We are in for some much-needed rain this week but with any heavy rain comes the chance for polluted water. City of Monroe Storm and Environmental Educator, Ellen Dowling, joins Rising to tell us ways to keep our local waterways clean.
Owner of Sardis Marketplace, Jennifer Purrazzella, joins us to discuss how to revamp your space on a budget this holiday season while giving back locally.
Rusty Wise with Mister Sparky gives advice on how to safely light your home this holiday season.
With the overall busyness of the holidays, the last thing you really want to worry about is the state of your bathroom. Phil Weaver of West Shore Home joins Rising to tell us more about the process of remodeling your bath or shower and how West Shore Home makes it easier.
The Charlotte Youth Ballet Emeritus Director, Gay Porter, joins Rising to tell us more about they are celebrating its 40-year milestone and the upcoming Nutcracker performances that start next Friday, December 3rd.
In today's Rising Spotlight, Chef David Burke joins us to discuss the American Cancer Society Re-Imagine Charlotte Gala that takes place this Saturday and will be emceed by WCCB's Trish Williford.
In today's Rising Spotlight, we are learning more about this year's Handbags, Heels and Horsepower event at the Charlotte Auto Show with the executive director of the show, Jenn Jackson, and the executive director of the Isabella Santos Foundation, Erin Santos.
In honor of Veterans Day, four veterans came together to share their stories of service with WCCB Charlotte.
Vic Mitchener, partner at Mitchener Law, joins us to discuss the holidays and some unexpected problems you could run into when it comes to traveling and how to deal with holiday accidents.
From being homeless to building a multi-million dollar real estate company; Max Maxwell shares tips for those just staring out in business and encourages African-Americans to take a leap of faith to accomplish something great.
The holiday season is here and WCCB is partnering with the Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte to help local families by bringing back the virtual Angel Tree. Here talk about it more this morning is Major Wilma Mason, Area Commander of the Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte.
In this week's Rising Spotlight, Mann Travels Marketing Director, Roni Fishkin gives an update on travel and talks about some of the reasons why travel is expected to be busy going into the new year.
The number of uninsured North Carolinians is going up and that means medical visits and prescriptions can become really expensive. When it comes to medicine, there is help though. In this week's Rising Spotlight, NC MedAssist joins Rising to talk about its free pharmacy program.
Men across the nation and in the Charlotte area are doing their part to help raise awareness and money to help The American Cancer Society's fight against breast cancer. We talked with Clark Pennington of Real Men Wear Pink of Charlotte about their mission and how you can get involved.
Circle K Speed Street is back tomorrow through Saturday at Romare Bearden Park and this year's event is free to attend! 600 Festival Managing Director, Jacqueline Gafrarar, talks about what you can expect at this year's 600 Festival and what is new.
Being in a car accident is bad enough but it's a lot worse if you get hurt in that car accident. In this Rising Spotlight, Mitchener Law is taking us through the claims process and what you need to know to make sure you get fair compensation after an accident.
Katie Singleton, Charlotte Team Leader of West Shore Home, joins Rising to talk about bathroom renovations and how West Shore Home can save you from the hassle and save you time when renovating your bathroom.
The American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event will take place on Saturday, October 23rd at Symphony Park. Co-Chairs, Phaedra Pistone and Raymond Valentine join Rising to talk more about the event and how you can get involved.
In this week's Rising Spotlight, Rusty Wise, President of Mister Sparky, joins Rising to discuss how to prepare your home's electrical and power needs before a storm hits.
Kelsey Ruocco with the Humane Society of Charlotte joins us for this week's Rising Spotlight to tell us more about the shelter's upcoming Restaurants for Rescues event and how you can help.
Car accidents happen every day in North Carolina. That is why being fully protected when behind the wheel is important.
Mitchener Law has opened a new firm that specializes in personal injury. Vic Mitchener and Joseph Downer, partners at Mitchener Law, join Rising to tell us more about the new practice and give tips on what steps you should take if you are in a car accident.
Don't miss your chance to network with some of Charlotte's top female entrepreneurs this Saturday at the 4th annual Beauty Brains & Business Brunch. Event curator Ashley Cross and the Goddess of Beauty, Elle Brown join Rising to tell us more about what you can expect at this year's event.
It's National Ice Cream Month, and Blue Bell is celebrating with a side of pie! Ben Vogel, Sales Manager at Blue Bell, joins Rising to talk about its new limited-time flavor, Coconut Cream Pie.
The American Cancer Society's Relay For Life "Drive Out Cancer" event is happening Friday, June 25th at Charlotte Motor Speedway. In this week's Rising Spotlight, local Relay For Life organizers joins Rising to tell more about how you can get involved this year!
Unfortunately, car accidents happen every day here in North Carolina. Shane Smith, CEO and founder of Shane Smith Law, joins Rising to discuss the importance of being fully covered by insurance.
Stormwater pollution is the number one source of pollution in local waterways but it can be controlled if everybody plays their part. Regional Stormwater joins Rising to discuss how you can help keep our waterways clean.
Mecklenburg County Public Health Medical Director, Dr. Meg Sullivan, joins Rising to discuss how the COVID-19 vaccine affects pregnant women and traveling after you have been vaccinated.
May is National Electrical Safety Month and Rusty Wise with Mister Sparky joins Rising to discuss spring electrical tips and precautions you can take to avoid potential electrical hazards.
NC MedAssist is a non-profit that provides free prescription drugs to low-income and underinsured residents in Mecklenburg County. The organization joined Rising to discuss how you or someone you know can sign up for assistance
The Humane Society of Charlotte (HSC) will host its 2nd annual Pet Palooza Rerouted virtual fundraising walk next month on April 24th. HSC joins Rising to talk about its goal for this year's fundraiser and how you can get involved to help support the mission.
Dave Welch with West Shore Home joins Rising to talk about how you can convert your old and outdated bathtub into a brand new safe and accessible shower.
Dreaming of your next vacation? Mann Travels joins Rising to discuss when we can travel safely again, the best time to book, and a virtual travel show that they have coming up this weekend.
