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Pride Festival, Grammy-winning Singer, Rainbow Flag
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Charlotte Pride Festival 2024 to Feature Paula Cole as Headliner

Charlotte Pride Festival 2024 to Feature Paula Cole as Headliner Kicking off Pride Month in style, Charlotte Pride has announced Grammy Award-winning singer/songwriter Paula Cole as the headliner for its upcoming 2024 Charlotte Pride Festival Weekend. The event is scheduled for August 17-18 in Uptown Charlotte, North Carolina. Paula Cole: A Trailblazing Musician Paula Cole first gained attention as a vocalist on Peter Gabriel’s 1993-94 Secret World Tour. She won

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Things to do and what’s happening this June in Charlotte

Things to do and what’s happening this June in Charlotte Concerts and Comedy Shows in Charlotte this June There are many opportunities to groove, laugh, and have fun this June in Charlotte. From major Hip Hop artists like 21 Savage and T-Pain to R&B vocalists like Lalah Hathaway, there are many exciting events happening throughout the month. Whether you’re in the mood for a night of stand-up comedy or a

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Young bear exploring suburban backyard
Breaking News

Young Bear Caught on Camera Roaming Charlotte Backyards

Camera catches young bear wandering through Charlotte backyard Surveillance video captured a young bear wandering through neighborhoods in Charlotte and Huntersville over the weekend. Residents Concerned “Some people find that stuff cool. I’m going to steer clear from bears,” Becca McGhee told area ABC affiliate WSOC. McGhee is worried the bear might attack someone or go after neighborhood pets. “It’s a little scary … especially depending on the nature of

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Small business diversity celebration.
Business News

City Partners with National Firm for Small Business Ecosystem Assessment

City, TPMA to Conduct Small Business Ecosystem Assessment The City of Charlotte announced today that it has partnered with TPMA, a national workforce and economic development consulting firm, to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the local small business ecosystem as part of its strategic plan to better understand challenges affecting local entrepreneurs. Council Member Malcolm Graham on the Initiative “Conducting a small business ecosystem assessment is essential for identifying the

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Social Workers Encouraging Student Attendance
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Charlotte’s CMS Social Workers Working Tirelessly to Improve Student Attendance

Charlotte’s CMS Social Workers Working Tirelessly to Improve Student Attendance City As the academic year draws to a close, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) social workers are facing the ongoing challenge of getting students back into the classroom. Chronic absenteeism has long been a concern for the district, particularly among Black, Latino, and low-income students. Chronic Absenteeism Rates In 2019, 13% of all CMS students were classified as chronically absent, missing at

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Y2K themed virtual party
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Charlotte Embraces Y2K Theme for 2024 BOB Awards Party

Charlotte Embraces Y2K Theme for 2024 BOB Awards Party Charlotte, NC – April 2, 2024 The highly anticipated 25th-anniversary edition of the Best of the Best (BOB) Awards Party is set to take place on Thursday, May 30, 2024. This year, the celebration will be held online, allowing attendees to join in from the comfort of their own homes. A Virtual Celebration Due to ongoing health and safety concerns, the

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"BOB Awards Charlotte Celebration"
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Charlotte Celebrates the 2024 Best of the Best Awards

Charlotte Celebrates the 2024 Best of the Best Awards Charlotte Magazine Hosts Annual BOB Awards Party The city of Charlotte was abuzz with excitement as Charlotte Magazine hosted the annual Best of the Best (BOB) Awards party on May 30, 2024. The event took place at Camp North End’s Boileryard and featured a night filled with live entertainment, delicious food, and refreshing drinks. A Night to Remember The BOB Awards

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Charlotte residents making planters
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Charlotte Celebrates Pollinator Month Kickoff at Patagonia

Charlotte Celebrates Pollinator Month Kickoff at Patagonia Charlotte, NC – June 8, 2024 Charlotte, known for its commitment to sustainability and environmental awareness, kicked off National Pollinator Month with a special event at the Patagonia store in South End. The event, organized by Keep Charlotte Beautiful and City of Charlotte Landscape Management, aimed to educate the community about the importance of pollinators and ways to support them. A Celebration of

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What’s Happening, Charlotte: Your Weekend Planner (May 31 – June 2)

What’s Happening, Charlotte: Your Weekend Planner (May 31 – June 2) Baseball and Scavenger Hunts on Friday This weekend, Charlotte offers a variety of events to enjoy. On Friday, May 31st, the options include: DeRay Davis: Catch the multi-faceted comedic force, DeRay Davis, who has conquered the stage and the big screen. Charlotte Knights: Head to a baseball game featuring fireworks for added excitement. Orville Peck – Stampede Tour: Enjoy

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Artists designing bus shelter
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Charlotte CATS Hosting Community Meetings For Bus Shelter Artists

Charlotte CATS Hosting Community Meetings For Bus Shelter Artists Charlotte, N.C. – CATS, the Charlotte Area Transit System, is giving the community the opportunity to meet local artists Nico Amortegui and Bree Stallings, who will be incorporating art glass into new bus shelters. Attendants at the meeting will be able to see the initial design concepts and give feedback to the artists and CATS staff before the design is finalized.

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