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Matthews teen, 16, reported missing
MATTHEWS, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A Matthews teen has been reported missing, according to police. Matthews Police are seeking 16-year-old Franklynn Kitchens, who was last seen Sunday, Oct. 6, in the 1300 block of Brittle Creek Drive, off South Trade Street. She is described as a Black female, approximately 5 feet, 3 inches tall, […]
Charlotte man charged with gun, drug possession at Matthews hotel
Officers say Raff displayed indicators of the presence of narcotics coming from the car which led to the alleged discovery of heroin, methamphetamine and crack cocaine, along with drug paraphernalia and a handgun.
Campgrounds at Charlotte Motor Speedway expected to reach capacity with hurricane escapees and NASCAR fans
CONCORD, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — The Roval 400: It’s a unique road course race at the Charlotte Motor Speedway with playoff implications that are set to attract thousands of race fans from all 50 states. Sprinkled into those numbers are still a handful of campers from Western North Carolina and now Florida. “Race week […]
Man shot after 'struggle' with officers faces firearm charge, CMPD says
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department has released the names of an officer and a suspect involved in a shooting on Thursday, Oct. 3. Police say Officer Justin Blum shot Marcus Shankle, 34, on West Sugar Creek Road after a "brief struggle" happened between Shankle and CMPD officers. Shankle was seen with a firearm before officers approached him, CMPD said.
Weekender: 28 things to do in Charlotte this weekend including a wine festival
The recent mild temperatures in Charlotte are perfect for outdoor events like festivals, football and more. 🍻 Head to Olde Mecklenburg Brewery's Biergarten for stein-holding competitions, German cuisine and live music. | Free | 11am-11pm | Details. 👗 Attend the annual GiGi's Playhouse Gala at The Ballantyne Hotel. Proceeds...
1 injured, road closures due to Wilkinson Blvd. wreck
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) – One person has been hospitalized and traffic is backed up due to an early morning wreck Wednesday along Wilkinson Blvd. in west Charlotte. The incident occurred near Wilkinson and Todd Road. Charlotte Airport said traffic delays were expected for visitors in the area due to Wilkinson being closed in both […]
Wilkinson Boulevard reopens after crash near I-485
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Wilkinson Boulevard is back open near Tuckaseegee Road after a crash, according to the North Carolina Department of Transportation. One person was hurt in the crash and was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries, Medic said. The closure mostly impacted the stretch between Tuckaseegee and...
Native West Virginia couple opens Child Development Center in NC
MOORESVILLE, NC (LOOTPRESS) – Discovery Point Child Development Centers, a well-known educational childcare franchise, is set to open a new center in Mooresville this fall. The new facility, which is scheduled to open in November 2024, will feature a 14,000-square-foot building with 12 classrooms, offering programs for infants through school-age children, including before and after-school […]
Builder buys 123 acres in Mooresville
M/I Homes Inc. is adding to its Charlotte-area portfolio with a new community in Mooresville. It’s building 201 single-family homes and 112 townhomes at Cambrey Pointe, off Rinehardt Road. The homebuilder acquired a 123.5-acre site for the project for $12.9 million last month, according to Iredell County real estate records. Development of the community is expected to begin later this year. Homes there will include floorplans with four to six bedrooms, ranging from 2,300 to nearly 3,900 square feet. The townhomes will include up to four bedrooms and range from 1,963 to 2,336 square feet.
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