Matthews Commissioner Planning Street Event To Give A Boost To Local Businesses
One Matthews commissioner is pushing for an open street event that would inject some life into an area that has been impacted by the pandemic.
CMS Asks For Donations To A Campaign To Provide Internet For Students Without Home Access
The CMS Foundation announces its "Connect For Tech" campaign where they will raise funds to provide internet services for students without home access during the COVID-19 crisis.
Mounting U.S. COVID Deaths Reveal Minorities Disproportionately Impacted
As many as 215,000 more people than usual died in the U.S. during the first seven months of 2020, suggesting that the number of lives lost to the coronavirus is significantly higher than the official toll. And half the dead were people of color β Blacks, Hispanics, Native Americans and, to a marked degree unrecognized until now, Asian Americans.
President Trump To Visit Asheville-Area Monday As RNC Kicks Off In Charlotte
President Donald Trump plans to visit Mills River, in the Asheville-area of North Carolina, Monday as the Republican National Convention kicks off week-long activities, a White House official confirms.
No Fear Of Coronavirus At Drive-Through Haunted House | PHOTOS
Itβs a living nightmare -- but a socially distanced one.
Mecklenburg County Public Health Official Says Tailgating Won't Be Allowed At Panthers Games
During the news conference, officials talked about the new COVID-19 stats for Mecklenburg County, preparations for the Republican National Convention, ALE enforcement on local bars, and how the coronavirus will impact the upcoming Panthers' football season.
UNC-Chapel Hill Freshman Talks About COVID-19 Concerns on Campus
CHARLOTTE, NC -- Students are returning to college campuses across the United State, and several universities are seeing a spike in coronavirus cases. In North Carolina, UNC-…
A Local Nonprofit Receives Support From Bank Of America To Provide COVID-19 Relief
Eastern Catawba Cooperative Christian Ministry (ECCCM) received a $2,500 grant from Bank of America to support the housing and utility assistances in response to COVID-19, according to a news release.
Virtual Emmys: Less Walking, Talking, But Beware The Wi-Fi
In a typical Hollywood awards show, itβs the orchestraβs task to nudge off winners whose acceptance speeches wander into overtime. In a virtual ceremony, the internet could give them an unintentional boot.
West Iredell High School Will Continue In-Person Classes After First COVID Case
A student or employee tested positive for coronavirus on West Iredell High School campus on August 20th, according to a news release.Β
North Carolina State University Moving Undergrad Classes Online
North Carolina State University announced on Thursday it will move all undergraduate classes online starting on Monday.
One Personal Trainer Moved Her Services Online Amidst COVID-19
A personal trainer with over 20 years of experience in the fitness industry has moved her services online to help others stay healthy, manage stress, and find an outlet during and after the pandemic.
Airbnb Bans House Parties Worldwide, Citing Virus Mandates
Airbnb is banning house parties worldwide as it tries to clean up its reputation and comply with coronavirus-related limits on gatherings.
Poplin Elementary School In Union County Goes Remote After Two Staff Members Test Positive For COVID-19
Officials say Poplin Elementary School is going to remote learning until September 8th after two staff members tested positive for COVID-19.Β Several staff members may have also been exposed to the virus, according to a news release from Union County Public Schools.
U.S. Jobless Claims Jump Back Above 1 Million In Face Of Virus
The number of laid-off workers seeking U.S. unemployment benefits rose to 1.1 million last week after two weeks of declines, evidence that many employers are still slashing jobs as the coronavirus bedevils the U.S. economy.
Pandemic Plastic Surgery: More People Deciding Now Is The Time To Go Under The Knife
Typically plastic surgeons see a slow-down in business over the summer time, but not this summer. Here's a look at the reasons why the pandemic is perfect for people who want to change their look.
Experts Say Universities Should Prepare For Huge Financial Hit
"It's not unrealistic at all to assume you should be planning for a 25% or more hit to your budget."
"Hearts Beat As One" Director Speaks Out About The Homeless Getting Evicted From Tent City In North Charlotte
Director of Hearts Beat As One Foundation Bethany McDonald says that moving the homeless from tent city poses a variety of problems and risks during the COVID-19 pandemic.
"Van Life" Booming Across The Country Amid The Pandemic
A Charlotte couple is Vlogging their experience on YouTube.
SC Senate Called Back To 'Protect The Voter And The Vote'
South Carolinaβs Senate is coming back into session in two weeks to mull over possible election law updates necessitated by the coronavirus outbreak.
Judge Releases Pregnant Woman From Mecklenburg County Jail Due To Virus Outbreak
A North Carolina federal judge has released an inmate who is eight months pregnant from a Charlotte-based jail that has seen dozens of coronavirus cases.
74th Annual Charlotte Thanksgiving Day Parade Goes Virtual Due To Coronavirus Concerns
One of Charlotteβs beloved and well-known holiday traditions, the 74th annual Novant Health Thanksgiving Day Parade, has now been impacted by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic with the event going virtual this year.
Some UNC Charlotte Students Calling For Remote Learning
After UNC-Chapel Hill announced all undergraduate in-person learning is shifting to remote learning.
Back-To-School For Students And Parents As CMS Remote Learning Begins
It was back to school for more than 150 thousand students at Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools on Monday.Β Β
Coronavirus Upends Conventions, Changes TV Coverage
The Democratic and Republican conventions will lack for crowds but not television coverage.
