CMS Will Hold Virtual Graduations, Drive-Thru Diploma Pick Up
Disappointment from students and parents after CMS leaders set graduation plans for the Class of 2020. After a district-wide survey, district leaders decided to combine two options.
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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Will Host Virtual Graduation Ceremonies
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Superintendent Earnest Winston announced graduation plans for the Class of 2020 at tonightβs Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education meeting.
Virtual Art Gallery: Elizabeth Palmisano
Elizabeth Palmisanoβs work and voluntary service with youth, trauma survivors, and the under-served taps into the power of art, mindfulness, and experiential learning.
Mecklenburg County Woman Wins $25,000 A Year For Life Prize Using Online Play
Hadleigh Painter of Charlotte beat odds of one in 1.8 million in the March 26th Lucky for Life drawing and won the $25,000 A Year for Life prize.
Driver Dies After Crashing Into Another Vehicle During High-Speed Chase In Caldwell County
A driver who led police on a high-speed chase died after crashing into another vehicle in Caldwell County on Tuesday, according to the North Carolina State Highway Patrol.
Statesville Man Charged With Arson Following Domestic Disturbance In Iredell County
A man is facing arson charges after attempting to set an acquaintances home on fire over the weekend, according to Iredell County authorities.Β
FEMA Announces Emergency Food And Shelter Programs Funding For North Carolina
Today, FEMA announced North Carolina will receive $9.3 million from the Emergency Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) to assist nonprofits that are helping residents who are experiencing hunger and homelessness.Β
Suspect Arrested On Drug Charges After Traffic Stop Leads To Seizure Of Over $25,000 Worth Of Ecstasy
Iredell County deputies arrested and charged a New Jersey woman after a traffic stop leads to the seizure of over $25,000 worth of drugs.
Via Video Hearing, SC Court Mulls Absentee Voting Expansion
At its first-ever oral argument via teleconference, the South Carolina Supreme Court heard concerns over potential difficulties of voting in this yearβs elections due to the coronavirus outbreak, as social distancing recommendations remain in place.
SCDMV Returns To Full-Time Weekday Hours Of Operation
The South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles (SCDMV) will return to operating five days a week at all but two branch office locations starting Wednesday, May 13.
Iredell County Woman Wins First $200,000 Top Prize In New Scratch-Off Game
Latarsha Moss of Statesville has a reputation for being lucky, and that luck didnβt disappoint when she played the $200,000 Triple Play scratch-off game and won $200,000.
Deputies Looking For Suspects That Stole Multiple Firearms From Union County Business During Overnight Burglary
Union County deputies are looking for the suspects responsible for stealing multiple firearms during an overnight burglary that happened at a local Monroe business.
Haulers On Union Parade & Fan Fest Presented By Freightliner Goes Virtual
600 Festival has announced that the Haulers on Union Parade & Fan Fest presented by Freightliner will be held virtually this year on May 14, 2020!
Honoring Our Heroes: Novant Health Honors Sharon MacEachern
Novant Health honors Sharon Maceachern who is a respiratory therapist at Novant Health and has been for 16 years.
Police: Concord Pastor Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Youth Group Members, Under $2,000,000 Bond
A Concord pastor is facing multiple sex offense charges after additional victims came forward with accusations of indecent liberties with a minor.
Health Chief: N.C. Church Service Restriction Being Reviewed
North Carolina legislators and leading sheriffs want Gov. Roy Cooper to clarify or remove a portion of his executive order that limits how religious services can convene under his eased stay-at-home rules for COVID-19.
Federal Declaration Means Help To N.C. Counties For Storms
A disaster declaration for 18 North Carolina counties damaged by unusual winter thunderstorms and tornadoes means local governments will get help from Washington to pay for the cleanup.
Two Charlotte Small Businesses Owners Are Giving Back Despite Struggling During The Coronavirus Crisis
They're feeding hundreds of people each week.
Health Experts Watching to See Impact of Phase One Reopening
North Carolina is just a couple of days into phase one of reopening. Health experts are watching to see what impact business reopenings will have on the number of coronavirus cases in our area.
