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WEB1 day ago · Black-led nonprofit reimagines historic building as hub for young creatives. In a building that once housed Harvey B. Gantt’s architectural firm, the nonprofit Do Greater Charlotte will offer technology, creative and workforce development services to the city’s youth. by Destiniee Jaram September 17, 2024.
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The Great 28: Black Charlotteans who are shaping Charlotte
WEBFeb 22, 2021 · This Black History Month, QCity Metro is celebrating Black excellence by acknowledging Charlotte residents who have used their power, platforms and influence to make our city a better place. In our first edition of The Great 28, we pay homage to local entrepreneurs, educators, activists, nonprofit executives, government employees and …
Women Thrive Conference – A Two Day Entrepreneurship Summit
WEBWells Fargo donated roughly $420 million through the Open for Business Fund, which has provided more than 200 Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) and other nonprofits with resources to help diverse small business owners thrive.Small businesses are the backbone of our communities – and Wells Fargo is committed to making meaningful investments to help them succeed, including a ...
The Park Church breaks ground on affordable housing for seniors
WEBDec 13, 2021 · The Park Church CDC holds groundbreaking on Dec. 11 of Gilfield Park, a new affordable senior apartment complex coming to 1519 Beatties Ford Road. (Photo: Sarafina Wright) More than four years after The Park Church first committed to building affordable housing for seniors, church and city leaders gathered Saturday under a …
Booker T. mural tells story of Washington Heights - QCity Metro
WEBMar 6, 2020 · A new mural installed at Booker Avenue and Beatties Ford Road tells the story of its historic area in bold and welcoming colors. Commissioned by the Washington Heights Neighborhood Association, the mural features an abstract portrait of Booker T. Washington. “The mural announces to anyone walking or …
Meet the owners behind Charlotte’s first cereal bar
WEBApr 8, 2021 · Once he was ready to start franchising locations, Dupree approached his childhood friend, Greg Robinson, 26, about establishing a location in Charlotte. The two grew up in the Shaker Heights neighborhood in Cleveland, Ohio — also home to rapper Kid Cudi, whose 2008 hit “Day ‘N’ Night” is the inspiration behind the cereal bar’s name.
North Carolina launches statewide mental health warmline - QCity …
WEBFeb 20, 2024 · Anyone needing assistance can call 1-855-PEERS N.C., 855-733-7762, text 988, or chat at 988Lifeline.org. Those who call 988 will also have the option to connect with the Peer Warmline if they prefer to speak with a peer. North Carolina launches a new statewide phone number for mental health and substance abuse support. Call 1-855-PEERS NC or ...
Important dates to know for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools' 2024 …
WEBJul 15, 2024 · Early and middle colleges: Monday, August 5 and Tuesday, August 6, 2024. Elementary schools and pre-K-8 schools: Thursday, August 22, 2024. Middle schools: Wednesday, August 21, 2024. High schools: Tuesday, August 20, 2024. Exact times for open houses can be found on the district’s back-to …
Police make arrest in West Charlotte High shooting incident
WEBDec 14, 2021 · Charlotte-Mecklenburg police arrested a juvenile on Monday in connection with a shooting incident at West Charlotte High School — the latest in a growing list of gun-related incidents on the campuses of Charlotte-Mecklenburg schools. According to CMPD, the incident happened shortly after 2:15 p.m. when two students got into a dispute over a ...