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CMS Outlines New Middle School Boundary Lines in Cornelius

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is preparing to redraw middle school boundary lines in Cornelius, presenting two options that would send students living west of Interstate 77 to a new middle school planned at 13832 Stumptown Road in Huntersville. The proposed changes would also affect some students living near Sam Furr Road. According...

Cornelius, NC · 23h
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Charlotte Observer

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This soul food restaurant in Charlotte ranks No. 1 for fried chicken in NC

A Charlotte soul food spot has earned statewide bragging rights. Mr. Charles Chicken & Fish now ranks as the No. 1 fried chicken restaurant in North Carolina, according to Tasting Table. FULL STORY: Best fried chicken joint? This Charlotte restaurant ranks No. 1 in NC Here are key takeaways: Tasting Table published the rankings Oct. 30. The food and drink website drew on Reddit posts, online reviews, awards and press coverage to pick the top fried chicken joint in each state. Mr. Charles Chicken & Fish started two decades ago on Statesville Avenue. It operates multiple restaurants in Charlotte, and the uptown location on Dalton Avenue got the nod. Michael Rhynes Sr., who helped open the restaurant, told CharlotteFive in 2024 that the business builds relationships with customers. “We try to get to know everybody. I watched kids grow from being six, seven years old. Now they’re in college.” The restaurant’s namesake chicken appears in dishes such as chicken dinners and a gizzard appetizer. Though Tasting Table singled out the hushpuppies as a must-order dish, the menu also features Southern sides like collard greens, fried okra and macaroni and cheese. Other Charlotte dining destinations have drawn recent attention for their

Charlotte, NC · 2d

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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 · 19h
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Swastika incidents at Charlotte private school, west Charlotte park spark outrage

Reports of swastikas appearing at a west Charlotte park and a separate controversy involving students at a prominent Charlotte private school are raising concerns about antisemitism and the impact hateful symbols can have on children and families. The incidents have prompted conversations about accountability, education and the responsibility schools and...

Charlotte, NC · 1d
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We Ranked 8 North Carolina Churches With Soaring Steeples And Stained Glass That Feel Straight Out Of Europe

My neck started hurting just reading about the first tower. It rises 210 feet above a North Carolina college campus, with a design inspired by Canterbury Cathedral in England. That was enough to send me down a very Gothic rabbit hole. Soon I was finding stained glass painted in Munich...

North Carolina · 1d

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.

Charlotte, NC · 23h

Queen City News

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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 · 1d

WSOC Charlotte

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Lawmaker plans bill to break up Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, board member says

A North Carolina lawmaker plans to introduce a bill to split Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools into multiple separate districts as state legislators prepare to return to Raleigh.

Charlotte, NC · 21h

Charlotte Observer

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Charlotte bans street vendors, with one exception. Here's the fine they'll face

Street vending is now prohibited within Charlotte city limits except for designated areas that require permits. The City Council voted 8-1 Monday to extend existing restrictions in NoDa and uptown to include all streets and sidewalks across Charlotte. Unpermitted vending can result in a $500 civil citation. The council voted against making it a crime. The council’s vote created a process for setting up and operating designated vending marketplaces. These will be the only locations where street vending is allowed, and vendors must apply for a permit to participate. Right now, Charlotte Center City Partners runs the only active marketplace program along Tryon Street in uptown . That means street vending won’t be allowed outside of uptown unless the city or a nonprofit partner decide to establish another marketplace. Deputy City Manager Shawn Heath said the city doesn’t have the resources to administer a marketplace itself, which would require workers devoted to receiving and reviewing applications. Another organization would have to step up, but Heath said there’s been a “lukewarm” reception from community partners. Center City Partners did express interest in starting a similar program in South End, however. The council wrestled with the street vending issue for well over

Charlotte, NC · 1d

corneliustoday.com

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Planning Board Approves Washam Potts Project

By Dave Vieser — An infill project of 16 single-family homes adjacent to Washam Potts Road received a unanimous recommendation Monday evening from the Cornelius Planning Board. The project will now go to the Town Board for a final decision, likely in December. Applicant Nate Bowman is seeking to...

Cornelius, NC · 2d

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Diesel Spill Turns Charlotte Creek Red Near Atrium Health Mercy Hospital

A creek running through Charlotte's Elizabeth neighborhood turned red after roughly 2,000 gallons of diesel fuel spilled from an aboveground storage tank at Atrium Health Mercy hospital, with an estimated 800 gallons making it into a nearby waterway. Cleanup crews have been working the site along North Laurel Avenue, deploying booms and vacuum equipment to pull the fuel out of the water.

Charlotte, NC · 1d

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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.

Charlotte, NC · 1d

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West Catawba Road Closure Starts Friday

By Dave Vieser — Mandated sewer installation work for the Catawba Commons project will require the closure of eastbound traffic on West Catawba Avenue between One Norman Boulevard and Torrence Chapel Road from 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, through 5 a.m. Monday, Nov. 16. A temporary detour will be...

Cornelius, NC · 2d

WFAE

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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 · 2d

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Forget North Carolina, Retire To This Virginia Border Oasis With Affordable Living, Parks, And River Fun

North Carolinians often joke about New Yorkers relocating to the state en masse for retirement, but there's a reason the state appeals to so many retirees. You can put down roots near the coast, spending each day taking long beach walks, settle down in a cozy cabin in the mountains, or select a place somewhere in the middle to spend your golden years. But there's another option just across the border that you might not have thought about: Mecklenburg County, Virginia.

Mecklenburg County, VA · 6d

thecharlotteweekly.com

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Pride festival sparks debate in Matthews

MATTHEWS – Former town commissioner Leon Threatt is among critics of the upcoming Matthews Pride in the Park, an LGBTQ+ festival scheduled for Nov. 15 at Stumptown Park. Organizer Beer Money Entertainment describes the festival as a celebration of inclusion and visibility. Attractions include music, food trucks, vendors and a drag show. Most of the people speaking out against the festival during the Nov. 9 town board meeting raised concerns about the drag show.

Matthews, NC · 1d

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Swastikas Found at Charlotte Park as Rabbi Weighs In

Swastikas turned up at a park in Charlotte, and a local rabbi weighed in alongside a student video. A local rabbi weighed in alongside a student video as swastikas appeared at a Charlotte park, according to WCNC. A Pattern Playing Out Across Charlotte. This is not the only recent instance...

Charlotte, NC · 17h

WFAE.org

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Why I Served: Michael Krueger

Michael Krueger served in the Air Force for 21 years as a command-and-control officer, also known as an air battle manager, in Korea, Italy and the U.S. Krueger encourages anyone interested in military service to pursue it as long as they have the right mindset, saying “It's not a good fit for everybody. You have to be adaptive. You have to understand that you're part of a larger organization and it can't be all about you.”

Charlotte, NC · 1d

Realtor.com News & Insights

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Meet the Marine Veteran Flipping Historic Homes in North Carolina—and Making Sure They Qualify for VA Loans

Adam Miller has been renovating historic North Carolina homes for 15 years, and makes sure to bring them up to code to qualify for VA loans.

Davidson, NC · 2d