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Residents, business owners invited to welcome Cycle NC participants to Statesville
More than 900 cyclists are expected to stop over in Statesville on October 7 during the Cycle NC Mountains to Coast ride. The Statesville Convention & Visitors Bureau, the City of Statesville, Downtown Statesville Development Corporation and Greater Statesville Chamber of Commerce invite the community to help welcome the cyclists.
Mooresville Downtown Commission shares proceeds from two events with local nonprofits
The Mooresville Downtown Commission (MDC) recently made charitable contributions to The Christian Mission and Mooresville Arts. Proceeds from The Shamrocks & Shenanigans and Uncorked & Artsy were donated to the local nonprofit organizations. The Shamrocks & Shenanigans event raised $2,000 to benefit The Christian Mission’s Substance Use Support Program. This...
To understand homelessness, this pastor lived on the streets
For five days last summer, Finish Line Christian Center Pastor Shannon Williams lived on the streets of Lenoir. Williams was with another member of the church, Jon Beard. He had a cot and a backpack, and the two slept under a bridge. "We lived on the streets just like any other homeless community....
Man couldn’t wait to get his first task after an inmate told him he could get him a job as a professional killer for the mob, instead decided to go on his own killing spree; sentenced
Charlotte, N.C. – According to the court documents, the 44-year-old defendant, later identified as Quinsy, was sentenced to life in prison (without the possibility of parole) after he killed 44-year-old DaIe and 22-year-old Jedidah in 2002. Prosecutors say the defendant is already serving a life sentence (without the possibility of parole) for two other killings. He also killed 53-year-old Rlchard and 29-year-old Robbert.
Niner Times survey shows LGBTQ+ students feel safe at UNC Charlotte but worry about DEI changes
The Niner Times conducted a survey to gain insight into how comfortable and safe queer and LGBTQ+ students feel at UNC Charlotte following the passing of the DEI policy revisions. The results of the survey show that most respondents feel safe and comfortable expressing their queer/LGBTQ+ identity on campus. The...
Word of Mouth: Influencers impact where Charlotte shoppers spend their money
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — More than ever before, choosing where to eat or shop is all about word of mouth and much of that word of mouth comes from influencers. The influencer industry is worth $24 billion, with 5 million influencers nationwide and thousands here in Charlotte. As WCNC Charlotte's...
Mother ‘just made a careIess mistake’ by leaving her two children in a hot vehicle for nearly 7 hours to die so she could go and gambIe; sentenced
Charlotte, N.C. – According to the court documents, the young mom, later identified as Launica, was sentenced to nearly 10 years behind bars for her role in her children’s death. The woman reportedly left her children, 2-year-old Trinitty and 3-year-old Amera, in her vehicle for nearly 7 hours so she can do and gambIe. When she exited the caslno, the woman realized that her children were unresponsive and she took the to the hospital.
David Glenn’s pre-season look at NC State, UNC, WFU & Duke football teams
Charlotte, NC – The ACC kickoff in Charlotte has brought together fans, analysts, and coaches to discuss the upcoming football season. With North Carolina’s “Big Four” schools—Duke, Wake Forest, NC State, and UNC—each presenting unique challenges and opportunities, this season promises to be one of the most intriguing in recent memory. I had a chance to sit down and speak with veteran sports journalist David Glenn. He offers us an in-depth analysis of each team’s prospects, strengths, and potential pitfalls.
Canoeist with Carolina ties takes on Olympic rapids in Paris
PARIS, France — Canoeist Casey Eichfeld took on a challenging slalom course at the 2024 Paris Olympics on Saturday and qualified for the semifinals. His second run time on Saturday was 94.69. Eichfeld is originally from Pennsylvania, but he and his family now live in Charlotte, North Carolina. He...
Local stores closing after bankruptcy filing
Conn’s, which has been struggling with rising costs and declining sales, voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy on July 23 and has released a list of 106 stores it’s initially closing across the U.S., although it laid out the possibility of a “full-chain liquidation.”
NoDa Bizarre: All Arts Festival, with live music, art activities, a movie and more…
The NoDa Neighborhood Business Association is hosting the first ever NoDa Bizarre — All Arts Festival on Saturday, August 3, 2024, from 3 to 8 p.m., at Johnston YMCA, 3025 N Davidson Street, Charlotte, North Carolina. The festival features live music, an art market with 50+ vendors, an interactive...
ACC Continues to Grow Financially, Further Growth Expected
The ACC isn’t the financial powerhouse that the SEC or Big Ten can claim to be, but the conference continues to trend upward. According to the latest 990 forms, which ACC commissioner Jim Phillips touted earlier this week, the ACC surpassed $700 million in total revenue in the 2022/23 fiscal year — with a 14% increase in distributable revenue from the prior year.
Carolina Ascent FC Agrees to Short Term Loan with Washington Spirit for Jill Aguilera
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (July 27, 2024) – Carolina Ascent Football Club announced today that midfielder Jill Aguilera will join National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) side, Washington Spirit, on a short term loan. Aguilera will return to Carolina Ascent FC following the Spirit’s match against NJ/NY Gotham FC in the NWSL x Liga MX Femenil Summer Cup on Sunday, July 28.
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