Governor Cooper Honors Black Health Leaders In North Carolina
Governor Roy Cooper recognized and honored North Carolina's Black leaders and organizations in health and medicine on Friday as part of celebrating Black History Month this February.
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AutoFair Spring Event Canceled
Charlotte Motor Speedway, in partnership with the Hornet’s Nest Region of the Antique Auto Club of America, has announced that the spring AutoFair, scheduled for April 8-11, has been canceled amid the continued COVID-19 pandemic.
CMPD Animal Care & Control Named Outstanding Animal Care & Control Agency
On Thursday, February 11, 2021, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Animal Care & Control (AC&C) was selected by The National Animal Care & Control Association (NACA) as an Outstanding Animal Care & Control Agency.
CMPD: Man Arrested After DNA Evidence Links Him To Charlotte Area Sexual Assaults
Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department say they arrested a man after DNA evidence linked him to two Charlotte area sexual assault cases.
Spotlight on Black Women Owned Business: The Brown Sugar Collab
Candles, body butter, skin care, gifts and accessories. At first glance, The Brown Sugar Collab in the heart of South End sells items similar to other chic boutiques. But the inventory is unique -- all products are made by women of color.
Sam Belnavis Blazes Path For Black People In NASCAR
Before Michael Jordan ventured into race team ownership in NASCAR, Sam Belnavis broke the sports barrier in 2003.
Hundreds Of Signatures On Petition To Turn Tennis Court Lights On At Public Parks In Mecklenburg County
It's lights out at tennis courts across public parks in Mecklenburg County.
Mecklenburg County Adds More 1st Dose Vaccine Appointments February 12th
Health officials say starting Friday, February 12th additional first dose appointments for the COVID-19 vaccine will be available through Mecklenburg County Public Health for appointment dates ranging from February 22nd to March 9th.
North Carolina Reports 1st Case Of South African COVID Variant
Health officials say on Thursday a North Carolina resident tested positive for the coronavirus variant, B.1.351 strain, first detected in South Africa back in October.
Catawba Brewing Opens New Location In Wilmington, N.C.
Officials with family-owned Catawba Valley Brewing Company say they are expanding their services to North Carolina's coast by opening their newest location at the beach in Wilmington.
Local Non-Profit Announces "Wild And Crazy Valentine Show" Art Competition Winner
Officials with Full Circle Arts in Hickory, N.C. say a computer photo "Froggy Comes a Courtin" by L. Michelle Bitler is the winner of its "Wild and Crazy Valentine Show."
Charlotte Douglas International Among Many Airports Impacted By COVID-19
Officials with Charlotte Douglas International Airport say in 2020 their year-end passenger and operation numbers dropped significantly as the pandemic raged on.
CATS Offers Free Rides On February 13th
CATS officials say eligible residents will have the perfect opportunity to attend Saturday's mass COVID-19 vaccination event at the Spectrum Center as they will be providing free rides on all Charlotte Area Transit services February 13th.
Public-Private Partnership To Deliver Second Vaccination Dose To 16,000
Charlotte Motor Speedway will host its second mass vaccination clinic this weekend. This event is exclusively for the roughly 16,000 community members who received their initial dose of the COVID-19 vaccine three weeks ago at the speedway.
Deputies: Chester County Couple Arrested After Their 3-Month-Old Twins Found With Multiple Fractures, Cigarette Burns, Adult Human Bite Marks
A Chester County couple is facing serious child abuse charges after investigators say their 3-month-old twins were found with multiple fractures, cigarette burns, and adult human bite marks, according to a news release.
AAA: More Than Half Of Carolinians Are Uncomfortable Traveling During The Pandemic
A new AAA travel survey, conducted in January, reveals that 64% of North Carolinians and 59% of South Carolinians are uncomfortable traveling during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Increase in Aggressive Driving and "Street Takeovers" Including I-77 Shutdown
Drivers caught on camera shutting down part of I-77, doing donuts and burnouts. Police are speaking out about an increase in "street takeovers," aggressive driving, and the effort to stop the dangerous trend.
Local Restaurants To Celebrate Valentine's Day
Order-in or go out, but with Valentine's Day right around the corner check out our list of restaurants offering amazing food and cocktail deals you and a loved one might just want to reserve a spot for.
North Carolina To Open Vaccines For Teachers On Feb. 24
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper announced Wednesday afternoon that educators and support staff will be eligible to receive a coronavirus vaccine starting Feb. 24 as part of a staggered rollout of the state’s next phase of distribution.
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