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Neighborly home service app.
Business News

Charlotte-based app helping neighbors save time, money booking home care services

Charlotte-based app helping neighbors save time, money booking home care services By Caroline Hicks Connecting Neighbors with Local Businesses Spring has arrived, and along with it comes the annual task of spring cleaning for many homeowners in Charlotte, North Carolina. To help residents save time and money on home care services, two Charlotte dads have come up with a solution – an innovative app called StreetFair. Co-founder Teddy Fitzgibbons shared

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"CATS bus on Earth Day"
Community

Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) to Offer Free Fare Services for Earth Day

Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) to Offer Free Fare Services for Earth Day Charlotte, N.C. – April 20, 2024 Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) announced Friday that all of its services will provide free fare service for Earth Day. On Monday, April 22nd, citizens won’t have to pay for many modes of public transportation that CATS offers, including light rail and bus routes. Celebrating Sustainability “Sustainability is part of CATS’

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Monopoly game with legal documents
Breaking News

CLT lawsuits costing taxpayers millions of dollars

CLT lawsuits costing taxpayers millions of dollars City employee advocate says city treats taxpayer funds like “Monopoly money” CHARLOTTE, N.C. (HERE News) – A HERE News Investigation reveals lawsuits filed against the City of Charlotte are costing taxpayers tens of millions of dollars. Records obtained by HERE News show the city has faced hundreds of lawsuits over the past decade but some of the most expensive litigation wasn’t included in

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Youth crime prevention program
Business News

Group asks Meck. County leaders for $2+ million to prevent youth crime

Group asks Meck. County leaders for $2+ million to prevent youth crime CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) – On Tuesday night, the Juvenile Crime Prevention Council asked Mecklenburg County commissioners for more than $2 million to continue with programs aimed at keeping kids away from crime. The Juvenile Crime Prevention Council is in charge of programs designed to prevent juvenile delinquency. The Budget Request One of the programs the council oversees is

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Bus Route Change Discussion
Community

Charlotte Area Transit System Announces Public Meetings for June Service Changes

Charlotte Area Transit System Announces Public Meetings for June Service Changes Charlotte, N.C. – April 16, 2024 The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) has revealed plans for upcoming service changes set to take effect in June 2024. These changes will impact Uptown service along several key routes, necessitating public feedback to ensure smooth implementation. Routes Affected: The following routes will see adjustments in service: Routes 11 and 21 Routes 40x,

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Handcuffed man behind bars
Breaking News

Charlotte Man Faces 10 Years In Prison For Domestic Violence

Charlotte Man Faces 10 Years In Prison For Domestic Violence Miles Ruder, CHARLOTTE, N.C. – A Charlotte man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after a jury found him guilty of aggravated domestic violence. Peter Caponi, 52, was found guilty by a jury for domestic violence of a high and aggravated nature. The incident happened near Indian Land in Lancaster County on October 10th, 2021. Officials said the

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Workforce training program concept
Business News

Charlotte City Council Approves $3.6 Million In Grant Funds To Boost Workforce Development

Charlotte City Council Approves $3.6 Million In Grant Funds To Boost Workforce Development In a unanimous vote, city council approved $3.6 million in grant funds aimed at supporting workforce development initiatives. This decision marks a sizable investment in the city’s future and underscores a commitment to empowering its residents and businesses. Mayor’s Announcement “We are thrilled to announce the approval of these substantial grant funds for workforce development,” said Mayor

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Students at Disney Leadership Summit
Community

Charlotte High School Students Learn How to Make Dreams Happen

Charlotte High School Students Learn How to Make Dreams Happen Three Charlotte Students Attend Prestigious Leadership Summit Three high school students from Charlotte recently had the privilege of attending the prestigious Disney Dreamers Academy leadership summit in Florida. The event, held at Walt Disney World, brought together exceptional teens from all over the country to learn, connect, and grow their leadership skills over a four-day period. The Application Process The

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Gas station price sign increasing
Breaking News

Survey: Charlotte gas prices go up 9.6 cents in past week

Survey: Charlotte gas prices go up 9.6 cents in past week CHARLOTTE, N.C. (HERE News) – Average gas prices in Charlotte have risen 9.6 cents per gallon in the last week, according to a GasBuddy survey. Gas Prices in Charlotte The survey of 665 gas stations in Charlotte found the average per price per gallon currently stands at $3.34. Prices in Charlotte are 10.4 cents per gallon higher than a

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Students at Disney Dreamers Academy
Events/What's Happening

Charlotte Students Participate in Disney Dreamers Academy

Charlotte Students Participate in Disney Dreamers Academy By Kylie Marsh | For The Charlotte Post Three Charlotte high school students are getting valuable exposure to future careers during an all-expenses paid program from Disney Dreamers Academy. Hosted at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Fla., the students and their chaperones attend workshops geared toward giving them valuable experience, inspiration and encouragement in careers like law, journalism, animal science, marine biology, and

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