Borrego: Hornets Have Needed Playmakers In Ball, Hayward
Hornets coach James Borrego wanted elite playmakers this offseason.
Airbnb Suspends North Carolina Listings Over COVID-19 Rules
Airbnb has suspended nearly 60 listings across North Carolina for violations of its party guidelines during the COVID-19 pandemic, the company said Wednesday.
Rhule Not Ready To Throw In Towel On Bridgewater
Matt Rhule isnβt giving up on Teddy Bridgewater just yet.
As Some Shutter, SC Schools Get $84M To Aid Re-Opening Plans
South Carolinaβs public school districts are getting more than $84 million in federal aid to help get facilities reopened amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, officials announced this week, as some of the stateβs largest districts shut off in-person learning due to rising case numbers.
North Carolina HBCUs Receive Gift From MacKenzie Scott
hree historically black North Carolina colleges have received record financial gifts from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott.
Secretary Of State Pompeo Quarantines After Virus Exposure
The State Department said Wednesday that Secretary of State Mike Pompeo had come into contact with a person who tested positive for COVID-19 and was quarantining.
Cooper Signs Disaster Declaration For North Carolina Counties
The Small Business Administration has approved North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooperβs request for a disaster declaration for five counties affected by heavy rains from the remnants of Tropical Storm Eta.
Mary C. Curtis: COVID-19 Vaccinations Underway
The firstΒ COVID-19 vaccines, from Pfizer and approved by the FDA for emergency use, have been sent throughout the country, including North Carolina, whereΒ health care workers and residents of care facilities are tops of the list to receive the shot.
Charlotte Events: 7th Street Public Market, Lights on The Square & Light the Knights
From last minute Christmas shopping to holiday lights displays, Moira Quinn with Charlotte Center City Partners has more on some fun events happening in town.
The Four Gift Rule
A trendy gift giving rule is gaining popularity thanks to social media. βSomething You Want, Something You Need, Something to Wear and Something to Readβ is the basic standard for The Four Gift Rule. Parents pledge to give their children only four gifts - one from each of the four categories.
NCDOT Crews Preparing for Winter Weather in High Country & Foothills
NCDOT crews already treated roads in the Foothills and High Country on Tuesday. They are preparing to return to make sure roads are as clear as possible for the morning commute.
School Closings And Delays For December 16th
Several schools in the WCCB viewing area will be closed, delayed, or going fully remote on Wednesday, December 16th due to the possibility of inclement weather.Β
AAA: At Least 34 Million Fewer Americans To Travel This Holiday Season
The holidays are a period that typically sees high demand for vacations; however, AAA Travel expects the vast majority of Americans to stay home this holiday season.
Wintry Wednesday Draws Near
A pair of systems will sweep through the Carolinas by Wednesday, the latter of which could bring some white stuff to our area.
Community Comes Together To Honor Mount Holly Police Officer Tyler Herndon
A police officer has died following an officer-involved shooting at the Mount Holly Car Wash and Arcade. Officer Tyler Herndon's funeral was held on Tuesday, December 15th.
Gold Coin Dropped In Salvation Army Red Kettle In Shelby, North Carolina
A 50-peso gold coin was dropped into a Salvation Army Red Kettle at the Hobby Lobby in Shelby, N.C.
Gov. Roy Cooper And Health Officials Provide COVID-19 Update For North Carolina
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper and health officials are set to provide a coronavirus update for the state after an increase of over 5,200 new positive cases were announced Tuesday and the state reaching a total of 446,601 positive cases.
Boost Immunity with Local Elderberry Syrup
Boosting your immune system is more important than ever.Β One way to do that is with with elderberry syrup and you can shop locally this season.Β Β After a loved one was diagnosed with a chronic illness, owner of Sweet's Syrup, Stephanie Rickenbaker,Β got serious about clean living.
Vaccine Arrives In SC; Schools Roll Back In-Person Learning
Some frontline health care workers in South Carolina received vaccinations for COVID-19 on Monday as the state looks to quickly distribute its first shipments of the vaccine.
The Humane Society of Charlotte Welcomed 18 Animals From Transylvania County Confiscation Case
HSC responded to a call from the ASPCA via Transylvania County Animal Services on 12/9. The organization transported 17 dogs and one cat from a large confiscation case to the Toomey Avenue animal shelter.
Charlotte Woman Pleads Guilty In Debt Collection Scheme
A Charlotte woman pleaded guilty in connection with a five-year debt collection scheme that defrauded hundreds of victims across the country out of nearly $2 million, federal prosecutors said.
Edge: How Are You Feeling Now That A Vaccine Has Been Administered?
The first of the covid-19 vaccine was administered today in the Carolinas. Doctors are encouraged and say they have been preparing for it since the pandemic began.
