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Development & Office Associate
30+ min ago (191+ words) This position is ideal for someone who enjoys creating exceptional guest experiences, thrives on organization and accuracy, and takes pride in helping people feel welcomed, informed, and valued. Support the Executive Director and Board of Directors with meeting preparation, board…...
We tried Black-owned coffee shop Sugar and Sip's new summer. ..
1+ hour, 16+ min ago (590+ words) At Sugar and Sip Coffee and Workshop in Uptown Charlotte, the shop's playful, colorful energy carries into its new fun summer menu. The Black-owned coffee shop at 725 W. Fifth St. , Suite 725 has a six-drink lineup featuring 16-ounce specialty drinks, each priced…...
Robert Harrington sworn in as Charlotte's mayor, pledging to. ..
18+ hour, 31+ min ago (559+ words) Robert Harrington, a Charlotte attorney who had never held public office, was sworn in on Wednesday as interim mayor, taking over the final 18 months of former Mayor Vi Lyles' term. Harrington, speaking at the Government Center after taking the oath…...
Charlotte man charged in $735, 000 scheme to defraud Medicaid
19+ hour, 41+ min ago (313+ words) A Charlotte man is facing federal charges for allegedly orchestrating a scheme to defraud Medicaid of hundreds of thousands of dollars by submitting false claims for mental health services. The defendant, Ronnie Lorenzo Robinson Jr. , 56, was charged with health care…...
New Charlotte networking group empowers Black women professi. ..
20+ hour, 1+ min ago (421+ words) A new intergenerational networking group for women of color aims to strengthen economic solidarity within Charlotte's Black community. Eunice Dyle, a Monroe native and local real estate broker, launched Charlotte Women of Color in April. She said the idea came…...
How to spend July 4 weekend in Charlotte
21+ hour, 51+ min ago (673+ words) NATURE: Learn about majestic birds of prey, view live demonstrations, and participate in family-friendly activities during the Eagle Extravaganza at the Carolina Raptor Center. | 10 a. m. | More details SOCIAL: Practice new languages and meet local professionals from diverse backgrounds at the Charlotte…...
Stellar Awards ticket sales are brisk, and organizers are th. ..
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (247+ words) The man who's bringing the Stellar Awards to Charlotte is professing big love for the Queen City. "We never come to a city where the community has come out to welcome us," as Charlotte has, Stellar Awards founder Don Jackson…...
Mecklenburg's sales tax rises today, raising household costs. ..
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (382+ words) Living in Charlotte will get a bit more expensive starting today, as the city and county begin a new fiscal year. Mecklenburg County's sales tax rate will increase by a penny, from 7. 25% to 8. 25%. Voters approved the tax increase in November…...
Deep Roots Farm hosts farm-to-table harvest celebration
3+ day, 18+ hour ago (357+ words) More than 100 diners gathered at Deep Roots CPS Farm on Sunday for a farm-to-table dinner highlighting a collaboration between local agriculture and regional culinary talent. The sold-out experience brought together farmers, chefs, beverage partners and community members to celebrate the…...
20 Things to do in Charlotte this week
3+ day, 19+ hour ago (583+ words) LITERARY: Meet romance author Jessica Peterson as she discusses her latest book release during a special bookshop presentation at Trope Bookshop. | 7 p. m. | More details FOOD & DRINK: Learn to prepare authentic regional street food dishes under the guidance of professional chefs during…...