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AK orchestra raises money for a fighting cause
“No One Fights Alone.” That’s the silent chant for students at Ardrey Kell High School and junior Nick Menendez, who for nearly a year and a half has been battling… Read more
Temporary closures coming to south Charlotte greenways
Residents will soon see closures along the upper and lower McAlpine Creek and McMullen Creek greenways as the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Utility Department and North Carolina Department of Transportation work on two… Read more
City hears public budget concerns
Charlotte residents got a chance this week to give input on the city’s proposed budget and capital improvement plan as Charlotte City Council prepares for its straw vote. Residents spoke… Read more
Busking means business for Charlotte magician
When magician Chris Hannibal performs spontaneous shows on the corner of Trade and Tryon streets in uptown Charlotte, half the trick is getting someone to stop and watch. “It’s the… Read more
Charlotte Catholic rugby team wins fifth consecutive state championship
To say the least, the Charlotte Catholic rugby team has had its share of success in its relatively short 10-year existence. Entering the 2013 season, the Cougars had won four… Read more
Harrison UMC to launch summer entertainment series
Looking for a fun, safe, family-friendly place to hang out on Friday nights? Harrison United Methodist Church might be the ticket; at least that’s the hope of Associate Pastor Rhonda… Read more
City gets shot at budget amendments next week
Charlotte City Council members will get a chance next week to suggest any further amendments to a controversial capital investment plan that’s been in the works for more than a… Read more
County gets outline of remaining CMS projects
The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners learned more this week about $294 million worth of projects Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools leaders say is vital to the system – including some $88 million… Read more
Singing the song of an unsung hero
Justin Ashley and his students at McAlpine Elementary School are helping to uncover one of North Carolina’s unsung education heroes. When college friend Patrick Phillips of Harrisburg told Ashley, a… Read more
Despite replacing host of stars, Ardrey Kell baseball still among state’s best
This was supposed to be a rebuilding year for the Ardrey Kell baseball team. With a star-studded roster that may have made some college programs envious, Ardrey Kell went 23-5… Read more
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