Pedestrian Fatally Struck By Vehicle In Northeast Charlotte
A pedestrian was struck and killed by a vehicle in northeast Charlotte early Sunday.
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Atrium Health Bestows $20,000 Gift To Central Piedmont To Support Student Scholarships
Atrium Health has made a $20,000 gift commitment to Central Piedmont Community College to provide scholarships to students in need who are pursuing healthcare-related careers in nurse aide or medical assisting.
Local Veterinarian Debuts New Brand, Petfolk, And Brings New Pet Care Center To Promenade On Providence
Founded by renowned local veterinarian, Dr. Audrey Wystrach, Petfolk is bringing connected and proactive pet care to more than 500,000 pet parents in the greater Charlotte area, with a focus on creating a true community of care between pets, pet parents, and their veterinary care teams.
Charlotte Motor Speedway, Blue Cross NC Partner To Provide Meals To Local Families Facing Food Insecurity
In an effort to address food insecurity and childhood hunger in the greater Charlotte region, Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina and Charlotte Motor Speedway are teaming up through the “Drive Out Hunger” initiative to provide meals for area families in need.
FDA And Abbott Reach An Agreement To Resume Baby Formula Production
Encouraging news for parents struggling to find formula for their children, the FDA has authorized Abbott, the largest marker of baby formula in the country, to restart production at a plant tied to the shortage.
Eighth Annual Dragon Boat Festival Opens For Team Registration
The Eighth Annual Rowan Chamber Dragon Boat Festival will be held on Sat., July 23, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. at The Shrine Club on High Rock Lake (6480 Long Ferry Road, Salisbury, NC).
Tasty Tuesday: Bae's Burger Food Truck
Bae's Burgers Food Truck stopped by Rising to show us how to make a smash burger that Bae's Burger way. We talked with the owners Claire Connelly and Fabian Elms about their food truck business, and how they serve smash burger made to order all while using local meat from Gibson Farms in Statesville, N.C.
2022 North Carolina Primary Election Voter Guide
The 2022 North Carolina Primary Election is set for Tuesday, May 17th. However, early voting starts April 28th through May 14th.
Police: 40-Year-Old Fatally Shot In Statesville
A 40-year-old man was shot and killed in Statesville Tuesday morning, sparking an investigation, according to police.
What The Tech: What Is Twitch
The deadly shooting in a Buffalo, NY supermarket over the weekend was live-streamed over the online platform "Twitch". That's causing a lot of people to ask "What is Twitch?".
Checkers To Face Springfield Thunderbirds In Round 3 Of Playoffs
The Charlotte Checkers announced the schedule for their third-round, Atlantic Division Finals playoff series to be played against the Springfield Thunderbirds.
Google Expands The Types Of Information You Can Now Request Be Removed From Search Results
Google has expanded the types of information it'll let you request be removed from search results. It's good news, but a cyber security expert we talked to has a warning for us all.
Early Voting in 2022 Primary Election Breaks Record For Non-Presidential Year
More than 42,000 people have already voted early or absentee in Mecklenburg County. That's a record for a non-presidential year.
Second Harvest Food Bank Of Metrolina Announces 2022 Partner Appreciation Award Recipients
Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina honored 29 award recipients in person who have worked tirelessly throughout the year to help feed more children, families, seniors, veterans, and pets in the Food Bank’s 24 county service region.
Carolina Panthers’ DJ Moore Named Honorary Pace Car Driver For Coca-Cola 600
Carolina Panthers wide receiver DJ Moore has been part of some high-pressure drives during his NFL career, but this Memorial Day Weekend, the fifth-year veteran will trade his football helmet for a racing helmet when he leads the field to green as the honorary pace car driver for the 63rd running of the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on May 29.
Kehlani's Blue Water Road Tour Coming To Raleigh And Charlotte This Summer
Following the release of her critically acclaimed album, Blue Water Road, Kehlani has announced her Blue Water Road Tour will be heading to Charlotte in August.
Independence Notch 2-1 Win Over FC Tucson
The Charlotte Independence defeated FC Tucson 2-1 on Sunday night at American Legion Memorial Stadium. #11 Tresor Mbuyu and #2 Koa Santos scored to give the Jacks their third win of the season.
Charlotte Independence Women Score Two In Inaugural USL W League Match
The Charlotte Independence USL W League Team opened up its inaugural season with a 2-4 loss to Greenville Liberty SC today at American Legion Memorial Stadium.
Peach Pit's Right Down The Street Tour Coming To The Fillmore Charlotte In October
Indie pop band Peach Pit announced Monday that their North American fall tour will be heading to Charlotte in October.
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