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USA Today predicts Panthers’ record for 2024 season
After a miserable 2023, there’s almost nowhere to go but up for the Carolina Panthers this season. Well, that’s where they’re going in the eyes of USA Today Sports’ Nate Davis, who projected each NFL team’s record for the upcoming 2024 campaign. And although his forecast keeps Carolina in the basement of the NFC South, Davis has them at a 4-13 mark—doubling their win total from last year. He writes: With new HC and quarterback whisperer Dave Canales and his positive vibes in the building, every reason to expect major progress from QB Bryce Young – and that could realistically mean doubling Carolina’s...
Victim Identified In Steel Creek Homicide
STEELE CREEK – A victim has been identified in a shooting investigation that occurred shortly after 1:30 a.m Monday morning. Officers discovered a man with apparent gunshot wounds dead at the scene shortly after 1:30 am on Rachel Freeman Way near Steele Creek Road. The vicim has been identified...
Russian and Ukrainian voices are growing in CMS' southeast suburban schools
When Alla Pearce came to Mecklenburg County 11 years ago, she thought she’d have little chance to speak Russian and Ukrainian, the languages she grew up with. She taught English in Ukraine and married an American. “I did not think my languages would be useful at any point of...
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Charlotte's LUESA Office Goes Remote for Tuesday Maintenance, In-Person Services to Resume Wednesday
Due to a scheduled maintenance on the water main, the Mecklenburg County's Land Use and Environmental Services Agency (LUESA) office will be temporarily shifting gears to remote work this Tuesday, July 23, 2024. According to an announcement made on the county's official news site, the LUESA office at 2145 Suttle Avenue, Charlotte, NC will not be available for in-person services on that day. The Mecklenburg County website provided says, "Online and remote LUESA staff will continue to work." Repairs are expected to wrap up within the day, aiming for regular operations to resume by Wednesday.
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.
Yes, Chef: Myrtle Beach native to cook for homeless vets
Renowned chef and third-generation restaurateur Sam Diminich beat homelessness and addiction — 10 years and counting without drink or drugs. He beat the COVID-19 pandemic, opening the Your Farms Your Table gourmet meal delivery service in Charlotte when the virus made dining out unpalatable. The American Culinary Institute alumnus...
Wilkes County man accused of killing wife who was found dead in Little Elkin Creek
WILKES COUNTY, N.C. (WGHP) — A Wilkes County man is accused of killing his wife and is being charged with murder, according to the Wilkes County Sheriff’s Office. At around 7:33 a.m. on Saturday, Wilkes County deputies and the Elkin Police Department came to the 100 block of Hilltop Circle in Ronda after getting a […]
Widespread Panic cancels shows due to Fayetteville native Jimmy Herring's cancer diagnosis
Rock band Widespread Panic announced Sunday that lead guitarist Jimmy Herring, who was raised in Fayetteville and attended Terry Sanford High School, has stage one tonsil cancer. A post to the Georgia-based band's Facebook page said that the musician is seeking treatment immediately and is expected to make a full recovery. “We thank...
Robeson County man serving life for murder approved for parole in 2027
ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WBTW) — A Robeson County man convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison in 1975 has been approved for parole, North Carolina officials said on Monday. Leroy Richardson, 71, is scheduled to be released on July 11, 2027, according to the North Carolina Post Release Supervision & Parole Commission. […]
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,...
Party pushing Cornel West for president sues NC elections board
Litigation was filed Monday by the Justice for All Party, supporter of Cornel West for president, against the N.C. State Board of Elections by three Fayetteville residents. The lawsuit of plaintiffs Johnny Thomas Ortiz II, Jimmie Gregory Rogers Jr. and Weldon Murphy says the state board had “no legal authority” for its action and that the party met the 13,865-signature requirement of state law. Defendants are the elections board as an entity, and each of its members and Executive Director Karen Brinson Bell in their...
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