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North Carolina University System Bans All DEI Programs At Public Institutions, Forcing Layoffs And Cutting All Related Funding
The merry-go-round is meant to spin a person into a euphoric experience, going into a repetitive motion until they reach peak joy. Although this concept is fun for many children, the proverbial merry-go-round of life is much less enjoyable in adulthood. The consistent pulling back of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives feels just like… Continue reading North Carolina University System Bans All DEI Programs At Public Institutions, Forcing Layoffs And Cutting All Related Funding
Town Commissioner asks public to voice support for Exit 27
July 23. Town Commissioner Michael Osborne is calling on Cornelius residents to voice their support for the proposed Exit 27 project, a critical infrastructure initiative aimed at reducing traffic congestion on secondary roads. The Town’s Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization (CRTPO) representative said public input is crucial in securing necessary...
Woman charged with fraud after claiming more than $12,500 in SNAP benefits, SC officials say
BEAUFORT, S.C. — The South Carolina Department of Social Services said Monday they arrested a woman who fraudulently received more than $12,500 in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. (Above video is the Monday morning headlines for July 22, 2024.) Officials said Marcia Marie Kidd, aka Monica Kidd Coleman,...
Plans in the works to alleviate traffic along Independence Boulevard
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Independence Boulevard is one of the most congested roads in the Charlotte area. More than 70,000 drivers use it every day between Matthews and Uptown, and many spend a lot of that time stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic. To alleviate some of the traffic, changes are coming....
ACC Football Kickoff: Commissioner Phillips QA
CHARLOTTE -- Atlantic Coast Conference Commissioner Jim Phillips held a press conference to start the 2024 ACC Football Kickoff on Monday at the Hilton in Uptown. Phillips was asked about a lot of the hot topics (...)
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The 2024 Urban League Whitney M. Young Gala is right around the corner
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — According to the Urban League website, The Whitney M. Young, Jr. Awards Gala is the cornerstone of the fundraising efforts of the Urban League to support the important work of their organization, serving as a tribute to Young’s vision of equality and advancement for all. As they commemorate their 46th anniversary on Friday, August 2, they are dedicated to carrying forward his legacy by providing vital programs and services. The gala takes place on Friday August at the Westin Charlotte. Tickets are $200 and additional sponsorship opportunities are available.
‘Speed Wrecks Lives’ Campaign Underway
RALEIGH – The N.C. Governor’s Highway Safety Program is reminding drivers to slow down, buckle up and never drive distracted or impaired. NCGHSP partnered with the N.C. State Highway Patrol, Raleigh Police Department and others to launch a statewide enforcement campaign, “Speed Wrecks Lives.”. Officials hosted a...
Luxury car theft ring busted; several arrest made: Here's how detectives say they did it
UNION COUNTY, N.C. — According to the Union County Sheriff's Office in North Carolina, a luxury car theft ring has been busted and several people are facing more than 50 charges. (Video above: Morning headlines from WYFF News 4) Detectives say over the past several months they have been...
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