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Governor Cooper Lifts Outdoor Mask Mandate With Restrictions

Masks are still required indoors across North Carolina.

Local Media Company Announces Launch Of Mix 107.9 In Charlotte

Radio One's Regional Vice President Marsha Landess announced the launch of WLNK MIX 107.9 on Friday. Matt & Ramona will appear on WCCB Charlotte's Rising on Monday to talk about their radio show, so tune in!

Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel: The Exhibit Will Be Featured In Charlotte Through July 31st

Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibit will be featured in Charlotte May 1st through July 31st. The unique exhibition showcases Michelangelo’s renowned ceiling frescoes from the Sistine Chapel, reproduced photographically and artfully displayed in their original size.

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Catawba County Library Celebrates Star Wars On May 4th With Virtual Programs

Catawba County Library officials say they will hold family-friendly virtual programs in celebration of Star Wars on May 4th.

Deputies: Man Arrested In Rowan County On Child Porn Charges

Deputies with the Rowan County Sheriff's Office say a man was arrested on Friday for the possession and distribution of child pornography.

Police: Lincoln County Man Sentenced To 23 Years In Prison For Murder

Police say a Lincoln County man is sentenced to 23 years in prison after pleading guilty to second degree murder in court on April 29th.

Fire At Coventry Woods Apartment Complex Causes $425,000 In Damage

A massive fire destroyed several apartments at the Coventry Woods Apartments in east Charlotte. The fire started just before 4am on April 30th on Coronado Drive. The fire reportedly caused $425,000 in damage.

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CATS Unveils Winning Bus Artwork Created By Local Students

Charlotte Area Transit officials unveiled two CATS buses decorated with artwork made by local students on Thursday.

Charlotte Knights Single-Game Tickets On Sale Now!

Opening Night At Truist Field In Uptown Is Tuesday, May 4th

Man Offering Tortoise Rides In Stanly County Will Not Face Charges

No charges will be filed against the owner of a tortoise after pictures posted on social media showed adults sitting on its shell in Stanly County.

10 Things You Should Know About The 2021 Cicada Invasion

Cicadas emerge once every few years during the spring. This year, the Great Eastern Brood (Brood-X) will appear after 17 years of living underground and there will be billions of them. See what impacts they will have in our area.

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Drive-Thru Job Fair Comes To Gaston County On May 4th

The Gaston Workforce Development Board will host its second Drive-Thru Job Fair on Tuesday, May 4th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Police: Man Impersonating Officer Tries To Scam Iredell County Woman

A Florida man is under arrest after pretending to be an officer and trying to scam an elderly woman in Iredell County, N.C. out of money.

Lowe's To Host National Hiring Day On May 4 To Hire More Than 50,000 Store Associates

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. will host a National Hiring Day to make it as easy as possible for anyone to start a part-time job or a full-time career. Lowe’s is hiring more than 50,000 seasonal, part-time and full-time U.S. store associates.

Novant Health Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) COVID-19 Vaccine Update

Novant Health will resume administering the Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) vaccine starting Thursday, April 29. Resuming use of the Johnson & Johnson (Janssen) COVID-19 vaccine will ensure flexibility, choice, and improved access.