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Charlotte Observer

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These Charlotte Democrats have majority for first time. How will they use power?

Democratic Mecklenburg legislators say they’re eager to execute on long-awaited priorities after their party captured a majority in the North Carolina House for the first time in 16 years. House Democrats are expected to have a near-supermajority in the new legislative session after flipping seats across the state in Tuesday’s election. Republicans appear to have narrowly held onto their majority in the state Senate, if potential recounts and the final canvass don’t change outcomes. But Democrats picked up several seats there, too. In Mecklenburg County, state Sen. Vickie Sawyer will be the only Republican left in the legislative delegation after former Matthews town Commissioner Ken McCool defeated GOP state Rep. Tricia Cotham. State Rep. Mary Belk easily secured a sixth term in the House, where she represents south Charlotte’s District 88. Despite her long tenure, this will be her first time in the majority. Belk told The Charlotte Observer she had an inkling it could be a good year for Democrats given frustration among voters with the status quo and indicators of high voter turnout. But she “had no idea it was going to be this much.” “Very rarely do we get to move things forward and have them heard,

Charlotte, NC · 3d

WBTAM/WBTFM

partner publisher · 2.3K followers
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Charlotte Marathon Expects Record Turnout for 22nd Annual Race

Charlotte Marathon hits record 13,250 runners with new organizer Charlotte Sports Foundation. Race sells out early, adds prize purses, local murals, and a Waka Flocka Flame concert.

Charlotte, NC · 17h

WNCT

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NCDOT crews to begin installing water line near Greenville road

PITT COUNTY, N.C. (WNCT) — The North Carolina Department of Transportation said they will close a section of Fifth St. near Memorial Drive starting on November 14 to install a water line. Officials said crews will start at 5am and close a portion of West Fifth St. near the intersection with Memorial Drive, and weather […]

Charlotte, NC · 1d

WSOC Charlotte

partner publisher · 226.1K followers
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City council to review settlement in 2020 excessive force lawsuit

Charlotte City Council will review the settlement in a use of force lawsuit on controversial police tactics on Nov. 16, according to an attorney for protestors.

Charlotte, NC · 1d

rowancountyweather.com

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From 82 Degrees to Snow: A Look Back at Veterans Day Weather in North Carolina

Veterans Day is a time to pause, reflect, and honor the men and women who have served our country. It also falls during one of North Carolina's most unpredictable weather months, when conditions can range from springlike warmth to freezing temperatures and even an occasional early-season snowfall. As we observe...

North Carolina · 22h

corneliustoday.com

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Community Meeting for Bailey’s Glen Phase Six

By Dave Vieser — Developer Jake Palillo is seeking approval for a sixth phase of Baileys Glen, the latest located on Old Statesville Road across from the Northern Regional Recreation Center. A community meeting to explain the proposal is scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 12 from 6 to 8 p.m....

Charlotte, NC · 1d

WFAE

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Charlotte data center could get backup power from 242 diesel generators

Charlotte has a moratorium on new data centers, but it doesn’t apply to some huge projects that are already underway. A proposed Mecklenburg County air quality permit would allow Digital Realty to run 242 diesel-powered generators to power its hyperscale data center on Moores Chapel Road during blackouts. The...

Charlotte, NC · 19h

WSOC Charlotte

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Charlotte area libraries face record demand, long waitlists

Libraries across the Charlotte area are seeing record demand, but the surge in popularity is creating long waitlists for books, especially digital titles that can cost libraries several times more than consumers pay.

Charlotte, NC · 2d

Queen City News

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Weddington graduate bound for West Point nearly missed diploma after course credit dispute

WEDDINGTON, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A Weddington High School graduate who earned an appointment to the United States Military Academy at West Point says he nearly missed graduation after learning a dual-enrollment English course he had taken would not satisfy a high school graduation requirement. Thomas LoMonaco, now a West Point cadet, said he […]

Weddington, NC · 13h

spectrumlocalnews.com

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‘A vote against government’: Cabarrus County school bonds fail

CABARRUS COUNTY, N.C. — Cabarrus County Schools are working to figure out what’s next after voters shot down a school bond referendum to build new schools and renovate others. Central Cabarrus needs a new high school because they’ve run out of room. But how will they get...

Cabarrus County, NC · 2d

Queen City News

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Sheriff McFadden seeks additional funding to increase capacity at the newly reopened Jail North

MECKLENBURG COUNTY (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden is asking leaders to provide funding for the next phase of expanding use of Jail North. McFadden met with County Commissioners Tuesday afternoon to provide an update on the reopening. The north Charlotte facility reopened in late September to ease overcrowding by hundreds of […]

Mecklenburg County, NC · 1d

thecharlotteweekly.com

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Food Briefs: Restaurants offer Veterans Day deals

Twin Peaks restaurants will offer complimentary entrées to veterans and active-duty military members on Veterans Day, Nov. 11. Eligible guests presenting a valid military ID can choose from five menu items: a cheeseburger and fries, chicken Caesar salad, chicken tenders and fries, pepperoni flatbread or boneless wings and fries.

Charlotte, NC · 2d

Charlotte Stories

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North Carolina Ranked #2 for Worst Drivers in America — South Carolina Ranked #3

Charlotte-area drivers may finally have some data to back up their complaints about traffic on both sides of the state line. A new LendingTree study ranks North Carolina as having the second-worst drivers in America. South Carolina tied for third, placing nearly the entire Charlotte region among the nation’s highest-ranked states for driving incidents.

North Carolina · 1d

ncconstructionnews.com

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Atrium Health Cabarrus marks construction milestone on $130-million hospital expansion

Atrium Health has reached a construction milestone in its $130-million expansion of Atrium Health Cabarrus, marking the completion of the main structural framework for a new patient care tower. The health-care provider recently held a topping-out ceremony, placing the final steel beam atop the structure. The expansion is expected to...

Cabarrus County, NC · 1d

WFAE

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CMS board approves $180 million in school construction contracts, continues contracting review

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg school board approved more than $180 million in construction contracts for new schools Wednesday, but debate over the vote underscored ongoing concerns about the district’s contracting practices. The contracts covered construction phase services at Beverly Woods Elementary School, Huntersville Elementary School and Berryhill School, three new projects...

Charlotte, NC · 1d

corneliustoday.com

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Town Hosts Annual Veterans Day Program

The Town of Cornelius and American Legion Post 86 will hold the town’s annual Veterans Day Program today at the Cornelius Veterans Monument at Rotary Plaza and the Cornelius Town Hall lawn. Each year, the program honors military veterans and those currently serving with guest speakers, patriotic music, a...

Cornelius, NC · 1d

WWAY NewsChannel 3

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NC lawmaker plans bill to break up one of the largest school districts in U.S., board member says

CHARLOTTE, NC (WSOC) — A lawmaker from Union County is planning on introducing a bill to break up Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, according to CMS Board Member Anna London. She confirmed that Rep. David Willis’s staff contacted her office to let her know about the plan to break up the state’s second-largest school district.

Charlotte, NC · 17h

WSOC Charlotte

partner publisher · 226.1K followers

Mecklenburg County seeks volunteers for annual homelessness count

Mecklenburg County is looking for 100 volunteers to help count the number of people experiencing homelessness.

Mecklenburg County, NC · 3d

Queen City News

partner publisher · 170.4K followers

Community members concerned proposed Charlotte airport lease could price out travelers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — The future of Charlotte Douglas International Airport will be determined on Monday as city leaders vote on the details of the nearly 11-year lease agreement. The new lease would bring billions of dollars in revenue to the state, but it could price out the local traveler. “Charlotte does have […]

Charlotte, NC · 4d