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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.

WSOC Charlotte

Community leaders speak out after painted swastika was discovered at northwest Charlotte park

Community leaders are speaking out after a painted swastika was discovered at Fred Alexander Park.

Mecklenburg County, NC · 5h

WSOC Charlotte

Your704 Weekender: Here’s what’s happening in Charlotte Nov 13-15

Looking for something to do this weekend? Here’s what’s happening around Charlotte.

WSOC Charlotte

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Charlotte Marathon takes over Queen City streets

The 22nd annual Novant Health Charlotte Marathon takes place on Saturday, Nov. 14.

Charlotte, NC · 16h

Queen City News

Indian Land man convicted for defacing Charlotte Jewish buildings with antisemitic images

The flyers included threatening messages and depicted a hangman’s noose, a swastika and a Totenkopf or “death’s head."

Charlotte, NC · 4d

Raleigh News & Observer

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PBS North Carolina announces merger to strengthen statewide programming

Public media organizations PBS NC and WTVI PBS Charlotte have announced a merger to preserve statewide educational media. The agreement between the Raleigh and Charlotte-based organizations will allow for public service programming in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg region to reach a statewide audience following approval by the Federal Communications Commission, according to the press release . “WTVI has been a trusted presence in living rooms across the Charlotte region, and I have deep respect for what the station has meant to its viewers, members and to the community,” David Crabtree, PBS North Carolina’s chief executive officer and general manager, said in the release. “Bringing WTVI into the PBS NC family means that everything WTVI has built now has a statewide stage.”

WSOC Charlotte

This city ranks No. 31 on new list of best small cities in America

Livability.com weighed 100 data points across eight categories: economy; housing and cost of living; amenities; transportation; environment; safety; education; and health.

Huntersville, NC · 2d

thecharlotteweekly.com

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South Charlotte Calendar (Nov. 13-19)

Families engage in literacy activities during Family Storytime at South County Regional Library. Get a ticket at the children’s desk 15 minutes before the program. cmlibrary.org/locations/south-county-regional. 10-10:30 a.m.; 5801 Rea Road, Charlotte. Yoga Storytime. A certified yoga instructor leads Family Storytime: Yoga for children ages 2-5 at South County...

Charlotte, NC · 1d

WFAE

The decline of Charlotte's queer third spaces

Charlotte, North Carolina, a small yet growing city in the South, has a surprisingly rich history when it comes to queer spaces. In 1968, a prominent venue emerged known as The Scorpio. A pioneer in queer spaces in terms of diversity and inclusivity, Scorpio is still in business today. With such a pillar still around, you would think queer spaces are valued and protected. Unfortunately, that is not the case.

Charlotte, NC · 5d

lakenormanpublications.com

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Huntersville board approves land annexations; Palillo proposes ordinance changes

HUNTERSVILLE – The town of Huntersville grew by more than 192 acres at the Nov. 2 town board meeting, where commissioners voted unanimously to annex two areas into town limits. Commissioners adopted an annexation ordinance to bring Shea Homes’ Carolina’s Westmoreland Farms, which comprises nearly 184 acres across 13...

Huntersville, NC · 3d

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

WSOC Charlotte

Goats to tackle invasive plants at Huntersville park

Huntersville Parks and Recreation has deployed a herd of goats to North Mecklenburg Park to help manage invasive plants along the greenway and mountain bike trail.

Huntersville, NC · 2d

WSOC Charlotte

Cabarrus County mother fights to find housing before work begins

Nearly 600 students in Cabarrus County are living without a permanent home this school year, representing a 23% increase from last year.

Cabarrus County, NC · 2d

hoodline.com

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Charlotte Breaks Ground on 60 Affordable Homes as Rents Stay Out of Reach

Construction crews broke ground in October on Ryans Way, a 60-unit affordable housing development rising on a former Brownfield site in Charlotte, after Merchants Capital closed $15.5 million in financing for the project. The development, built by Scantland, Inc., is expected to take 18 months to complete, with units restricted to families earning between 30% and 60% of the area median income.

Charlotte, NC · 1d

Lovely Garden Roots

Four Different Fiber Companies Have Dug Up Mark Watkins' Yard in Indian Trail, and the Town Has Had One Staffer Handling Complaints Full Time for Two Months

Four fiber companies have dug up Mark Watkins' Indian Trail yard, and the town has had a staffer on complaints full time for two months. What the 811 law requires.

Indian Trail, NC · 3d

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.

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NC Newsline

Former top NC lawmaker faces indictment related to Kentucky bourbon tour

The indictment charges former state Rep. Jason Saine, a Republican from Lincoln County, with felony embezzlement of more than $100,000 and obtaining property by false pretense.

North Carolina · 2d

Charlotte Observer

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Will your Charlotte neighborhood trees be clear-cut for billboards? Here's a list

Charlotte and state leaders are requesting that billboard owners put a pause on cutting trees to improve visibility to their signs. The request comes after Adams Outdoor Advertising cut down a 500-foot stretch of trees — perhaps more than 100 trees — to improve visibility of a billboard along U.S. 74 or Independence Boulevard in Plaza Midwood. The tree clearing caused a massive outcry from local businesses owners along Commonwealth Avenue and residents. Business owners said the trees blocked out noise and pollution coming from the highway. There are 40 active permits around Mecklenburg County where Adams Outdoor and Lamar Outdoor either intend to cut trees or have already. The Plaza Midwood site is one of those places. Here’s a list of the active permits that were issued between July 14 and Nov. 2:

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Queen City News

Goats brought in to help tackle invasive wisteria at Mecklenburg County nature preserve

Mecklenburg County is turning to goats to help tackle an invasive plant problem at one of its nature preserves.

Mecklenburg County, NC · 1d

sceda.org