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11-12-26: Fallout From Proposed CMS Breakup

Tune in here to this Thursday’s edition of Breaking With Brett Jensen!. Breaking with Brett Jensen kicks the show off by talking about a proposal from North Carolina State Representative David Willis to potentially break up Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools into smaller school systems. Brett revisits his exclusive interview with Willis and discusses the growing concerns surrounding CMS, including ongoing state and federal investigations into the district’s finances and leadership.

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Gaston College basketball improves to 5-0 with impressive performance

Gaston College got balanced scoring from its entire roster as the Rhinos improved to 5-0 on the season with a convincing 119-83 victory over Catawba Valley Community College on Tuesday night at Gastonia's Ashbrook High School. Tony Goodman had 27 points and 10 assists as the Rhinos has six double...

Gastonia, NC · 2d

familyvacationsus.com

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12 North Carolina Restaurants That Know How To Make Biscuits And Gravy Right

One Asheville spot serves cathead biscuits, a name that comes from biscuits roughly as big as a cat’s head. That alone made me sit up a little straighter. Then I learned the same place lets you pick a gravy the way other cafes let you pick a muffin. Another kitchen in Charlotte never closes, so sausage gravy is on the table at 3 AM if you want it.

North Carolina · 1d

Charlotte Observer

‘We are a mess.' CMS board creates committee to examine its own problems

After weeks of turmoil , controversies and occasional infighting , the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools board Tuesday agreed on at least one thing: It needs to take a hard look at itself. The board voted unanimously to establish an ad hoc committee tasked with evaluating its governance practices and recommending reforms, nearly seven weeks after the contentious firing of Superintendent Crystal Hill. The move follows repeated calls from board members and the public to address concerns about accountability, transparency and their ability to work together. At the September meeting where Hill was fired and board member Stephanie Sneed stepped down from her post as board chair, board member Monty Witherspoon called the board “dysfunctional” and said it had “spiraled into chaos.” Board member Haynes, who spearheaded the proposal, acknowledged the board’s struggles in urging her colleagues to support the committee. “A few weeks ago, one of us said it plainly: ‘We are a mess,’” Haynes said. “We’ve sounded the alarm. Now are we prepared to change?” The newly established Board Strategy, Governance, and Operations Committee will develop recommendations for improving board operations, strengthening governance practices and creating a strategic plan for the board itself. Its responsibilities include evaluating the board’s existing Student

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BroBible

North Carolina’s Top-Ranked High School Football Team Dismantles Whistleblower Allegations On Playoffs Eve

Hough is set to begin the high school football playoffs in North Carolina on Friday night. It was cleared of wrongdoing from an investigation into eligibility violations on the night before the postseason. The Huskies completely dismantled the attempted whistleblower’s allegations. Whomever it was that tried to destroy the best high school football team in […] The post North Carolina’s Top-Ranked High School Football Team Dismantles Whistleblower Allegations On Playoffs Eve appeared first on BroBible.

Cornelius, NC · 9h

Vinyl and Velvet

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1980 Police Baseball Cards Handed Out To Kids One Or Two At A Time Now Make A Complete 25 Card Set With Young Cal Ripken Jr. Estimated At $100,000 And Up

Back in 1980, a police officer might hand a kid a baseball card on the street, one or two at a time. Now a complete set of those cards, with a young Cal Ripken Jr. among them, is estimated at $100,000 and up. The set is the 1980 Charlotte O’s Police orange-border set, 25 cards […]

WBTV

Charlotte private school addresses ‘deeply disturbing’ racist, antisemitic incidents

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - A Charlotte private school responded to a series of incidents that its leaders described as racist, misogynistic, and antisemitic at its middle and upper schools. In a Nov. 7 letter to parents, Charlotte Country Day head of school Dr. Tara Kisney said leaders were aware of...

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Crafting Your Home

A North Carolina Man's 60,000-Light Christmas Display Has His HOA Asking Neighbors to Vote on New Lighting Rules

A Waxhaw, North Carolina, homeowner's 60,000-light display led to an HOA fine, a lawsuit and a Jan. 30 ballot on two proposed lighting amendments.

Waxhaw, NC · 2d

The Wake Weekly

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Opinion: When Iran calls for ‘war on Wall Street,’ Charlotte should listen

Iran’s “war on Wall Street” warning could extend beyond New York, the author argues, citing Charlotte’s financial sector, Duke Energy’s role and ties to Fort Bragg.

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Hair Cuttery Picks Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Chapel Hill Spots for First Triangle Salons

A national hair salon chain is setting up shop across the Triangle, with four locations slated to open in Raleigh, Durham, Cary and Chapel Hill by Feb. 1, 2027. Hair Cuttery has already pinned down addresses in each city, marking the brand's first real foothold in the region after decades of operating almost exclusively up and down the East Coast.

Chapel Hill, NC · 2d

Charlotte Observer

THC drinks could soon be banned in NC. How will it affect Charlotte businesses?

For some, a night out no longer has to end with a cocktail, a beer or a glass of wine. A can of THC-infused seltzer offers another way to enjoy the festivities, without necessarily drinking alcohol. The beverages, which contain tetrahydrocannabinol — the primary psychoactive compound found in cannabis that produces a “high” — appeal to customers who are sober-curious, abstaining from alcohol or want to try something different. But their presence in the North Carolina beverage market is facing an uncertain future as lawmakers consider tighter restrictions on hemp products. A federal law originally scheduled to take effect Nov. 12 would narrow the definition of legal hemp, eliminating most THC-infused drinks containing more than 0.4 milligrams of THC per container. Congress has since delayed those restrictions until Dec. 11. North Carolina lawmakers have also considered similar restrictions through House Bill 328 , but the bill remains stalled in the House Rules Committee. Rep. Tricia Cotham, who was a co-sponsor of the bill, lost her re-election bid earlier this month, meaning passage of the bill could be more difficult with Democrats set to take control of the House in January, The News & Observer reported . A growing venture For

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Windy and warm Thursday, but cold air will quickly rush in

Thursday: A band of light rain is pushing across the Piedmont this morning, but will move out quickly. More clouds through the first half of the day with clouds clearing in the second half. Snow showers likely later today and Friday in the mountains, but accumulation will mainly be for...

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WSOC Charlotte

Local workers feel impact of nationwide Microsoft outage

A nationwide Microsoft outage disrupted the workday for businesses and professionals across the country Thursday, including workers in the Charlotte area who rely on the company’s services to communicate and get their jobs done.

Charlotte, NC · 23h

WBTV

Wienermobile rolls into WBTV: Where to catch it in the Charlotte area

The iconic 27-foot-long Oscar Mayer hot dog on wheels is one of six Wienermobiles touring the country.

hoodline.com

Charlotte Family Sues Novant Health Over Mom's Denied Life-Saving Surgery

Barbara Washington collapsed at her Charlotte-area home on May 22, 2024, and was rushed by EMS crews who managed to revive her before taking her to Novant Health Matthews Medical Center. Less than a day after she was later transferred to Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center, the 82-year-old was dead. Now her family is suing, alleging that doctors denied her life-saving heart surgery.

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Queen City News

Charlotte-born NFL quarterback Sam Hartman is the next ‘Bachelor’ for season 30

Sam Hartman, a Charlotte native and Washington Commanders quarterback, has been named the next star of ABC’s The Bachelor, according to several reports.

Charlotte, NC · 10h

hoodline.com

Rain Clears, Wind Whips As Charlotte Braces For Weekend Freeze

Charlotte wakes Thursday to light rain and temperatures around 54 degrees, but the gray start will be brief. Sunshine returns as a strong front moves through, with a high near 67 before readings slide into the low 60s and west winds begin pushing hard. The National Weather Service expects west...

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Power 98 & STATS Charlotte Thanksgiving Giveback!

Good food. Full plates. Giving back to the Queen City!. This Thanksgiving, Power 98 and STATS Charlotte are teaming up to spread some love and make the holidays a little brighter for families across our community!. Know a family that could use a little extra love this holiday season? Maybe...

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WSOC Charlotte

Charlotte Marathon will impact dozens of roads around Uptown

The Charlotte Marathon gets underway Saturday, Nov. 14, in Uptown Charlotte, with a half marathon and 5K also on the schedule for runners of all levels.