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Positively Charlotte, host Alicia Quarles comes to the Queen City weekdays at 10 AM on FOX Charlotte
CHARLOTTE – FOX Charlotte is showcasing all the local food, trends, and entertainment the Queen City has to offer on a new weekday lifestyle show. Positively Charlotte debuts July 8 at 10 a.m., right after Queen City News Now on FOX Charlotte. The one-hour show highlights not just the...
25 in ’25: BJ’s announces newest location for the Garden State
BJ's Wholesale Club has announced two new store locations and one is in New Jersey. The new spot will be the Garden State's 25th location of the membership-only warehouse club. The announcement also includes the 10th BJ's location for North Carolina. “We are excited to deliver the unbeatable value our...
Senate candidate recognized for work as public official
Tare “T” Davis (D-Warren), state Senate candidate in District 2 and a Warren County commissioner, was among an elite group of recipients of Black Business Ink’s Power. 100 Awards during a ceremony in Greensboro Friday, June 28. The award recognizes 100 of the most influential African-American leaders...
Panthers named potential landing spot for former Saints WR Michael Thomas
Here’s an interesting slant . . . Kristopher Knox of Bleacher Report just sifted through the NFL’s bargain bin, matching some of the top remaining free agents with a number of teams. Knox finishes off his list with veteran wideout Michael Thomas, who he believes may have enough left in the tank to help a young quarterback over in Charlotte: The Carolina Panthers can and should also consider Thomas as they look to put talent around second-year quarterback Bryce Young. Thomas’ size, route-running prowess and divisional familiarity would be a boon as Young looks to bounce back from a disappointing rookie campaign. Thomas...
Truckers vs Tow Truckers: Debate over junk fee rules
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Truckers and tow truck drivers recently debated the aspects of new predatory towing rules proposed by the United States Department of Transportation. During a hearing hosted by the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Association, industry leaders listed the pros and cons of the potential rules that would limit “junk fees” and punish towing companies for violating the rules.
Carolina Panthers offense poised for explosive take off under Dave Canales
Dave Canales has big plans for the Carolina Panthers. Hiring him to the head coaching job outlined a shift in approach from team owner David Tepper. For once, the franchise was looking to get ahead of the game rather than rely on experienced retreads or a coach from the college ranks with unproven credentials.
Vaping regulations, DMV changes among bills signed by North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper signed four bills Wednesday that include the creation of a new registry for vaping products and a slew of changes related to transportation laws and the state DMV.Cooper also vetoed two other bills ahead of his anticipated participation with other Democratic governors in a meeting with President Joe Biden later on Wednesday.One of the bills signed by Cooper focuses on creating a registry under the North Carolina Department of Revenue for certified vapor products - like e-cigarettes - or consumables containing nicotine at the end of the year. Certification for those products would be mandatory...
City Startup Labs’ new initiative combines entrepreneurship and tech skills to target Charlotte’s digital divide
City Startup Labs is set to launch a new tech-focused initiative that will bring device repair to communities in need, the organization announced on July 3. The new initiative is part of its ReEntry Entrepreneurship Program. With a $400,000 grant from the North Carolina Department of Information Technology, the Charlotte...
Charles Lee Bringing Multiple Coaches from Celtics to Hornets
After helping the Boston Celtics reach the NBA summit while flanking Joe Mazzulla as his lead assistant, Charles Lee is now in Charlotte, starting his long-deserved opportunity as a head coach at basketball's highest level.
Toastique pops up in Charlotte with July 20 opening
CHARLOTTE – Chris and Angela Bjorson decided to open the first of three Toastique locations in a flourishing hub for restaurants. The husband-and-wife duo celebrates the opening of Toastique on July 20 at 1120 S. Tryon St., Suite 150, which is bordered by Culinary Dropout, Bank of America Stadium as well as residential units and office buildings.
Senior housing in the works for east Charlotte
Eliza Hammond, a pharmacist with Atrium Health for 16 years, was frustrated with Charlotte’s lack of affordable housing, so she took matters into her own hands. Hammond is working to build a new housing community for senior citizens in east Charlotte. The 40,000-square-foot community will include 32 units and is expected to cost around $9 million. The 1.5 acres of land, purchased by Hammond’s mother during the pandemic, was approved for use as “an age-targeted and income-restricted multi-family residential community” in March 2023 by the city of Charlotte.
Charlotte approves $650 million renovation plan for Bank of America stadium
Under the finalized deal, the City of Charlotte has agreed to pay $650 million toward Bank of America Stadium upgrades in exchange for the Panthers and Charlotte FC remaining in Charlotte through 2045. “If Charlotte is going to continue to pay for the stadium costs, it is high time the...
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