Union County Woman Says $1 Million Prize “Real Handy” For Bills, Retirement
Saturday night fun playing the lottery paid off for Penny Edwards of Wingate when she found a $1 million prize on her scratch-off ticket.
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Medically At-Risk North Carolinians Can Get Third COVID Shot
North Carolina health officials said Monday that medically vulnerable residents with certain health conditions can get an additional dose of COVID-19 vaccine, though some have already had a third Pfizer or Moderna shot after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved it last week.
Chaos In Afghanistan Bringing Back Tough Memories For Some Local Veterans
20-year Navy veteran Scott Stevenson served in Afghanistan in 2006 and 2007. Going back for shorter deployments after that. During that time, the Statesville resident got to know the people and the culture.
Tropical Storm Fred Makes Landfall in Florida, Marches Towards Carolinas
CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Tropical Storm Fred has made landfall along the Florida Panhandle this afternoon with winds of 65 mph. Fred will continue its march inland and could bring some nasty impacts to the Carolinas tomorrow (Tuesday). In fact, rain…
Police: Two Arrested, Juvenile Wanted After Man Found Dead At Mooresville Park
Police have identified three suspects, including a juvenile, they say are responsible for the death of a man that was found unresponsive at a local Mooresville park Wednesday night.
NASCAR Driver Corey LaJoie Named Speedway Children's Charities Ambassador
Now in his sixth season racing at NASCAR’s top level, Cup Series driver and third-generation racer Corey LaJoie is looking to make an impact off the track as an official ambassador for Speedway Children’s Charities (SCC).
Good To Be Bad: Bad Company, Toxic Take Top Honors In Wet, Wild Circle K Monster Truck Bash
Rain couldn’t dampen the spirits of a packed house at The Dirt Track at Charlotte as fans were treated to an action-packed night at the Circle K Monster Truck Bash that saw Bad Company prevail in head-to-head competition and Toxic take the top spot in freestyle after a fan vote tie-breaker.
Head Of Charlotte Violence Interruption Program Says Credibility Is Key To Success
A new initiative to curb violence in Charlotte is underway. It’s called Alternatives to Violence. The aim is to cut down on homicides before they happen. The focus right now is on the Beatties Ford corridor.
City Of Charlotte Accepts $1.2 Million Donation For Alternatives To Violence Program
The City of Charlotte accepted a $1.2 million donation on Tuesday from the Wells Fargo Foundation and GreenLight Fund for the Alternatives to Violence (ATV) program.
North Carolina Is Child Bride Destination; Bill Could End It
Known for its coastlines, mountains and the state that was “first in flight,” North Carolina has also developed a more dubious reputation recently: as a regional destination for adults who want to marry children.
Charlotte Teen Holds Premiere For Horror Film She Wrote & Starred In
17-year-old Hailey Ralston held a movie premiere in Charlotte Friday night for a film she not only wrote but directed, produced, and starred in.
Police Investigate Shooting In Gastonia
Gastonia Police are investigating a shooting that left one man in critical condition on Saturday.
Water Crews Respond To Wastewater Overflow In Southwest Charlotte Caused By Vandalism
Charlotte Water crews responded to a wastewater overflow near Fircrest Drive in southwest Charlotte on Friday, according to a news release.
22-Year-Old Man Charged With Murder After Driver Found Dead In SUV In Cornelius
Detectives with the Cornelius Police Department charged 22-year-old Rymyr Quarles for murder after a man was killed in the toll lanes of I-77 on Thursday.
Lightning Injures 7 People On Grandfather Mountain
A lightning strike injured 7 people on Grandfather Mountain on Friday, according to emergency management services.
City Of Charlotte Recruiting Candidates For Its Career & Training Academy
Make $15 an hour with city benefits by participating in Charlotte's Career & Training Academy.
What To Do If You Lose Or Damage Your COVID-19 Vaccination Card
It's vital for vaccinated people to keep up with their vaccine card now that many cities are requiring proof of vaccination for attending events, dining at restaurants, traveling and much more. However, what happens if you lose your card?
Sculpture Artists Invited To Compete For Cash Prize In Annual Celebration Held In Lenoir, N.C.
Calling all sculpture artists! Compete for a cash prize this September as the Caldwell Arts Council holds its 35th Annual Sculpture Celebration in Lenoir, N.C..
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