Can you ace our weekend quiz?
Happy weekend, QCity. How closely did you follow the news in Charlotte this week? Test your knowledge with this five-question quiz.
West Charlotte football coach is putting naysayers ‘on notice’ during championship run
West Charlotte High School has a chance of making the state football championships this year, and head coach Sam Greiner said he plans to prove the doubters wrong. Friday, the team will travel to face top-ranked, undefeated Shelby Crest (12-0), a victory Greiner said will provide his team a chance to “put people on notice.”
Two youths shot, one arrested in Uptown shooting
Two youths were shot and seriously injured Saturday night in uptown Charlotte, police said. According to a statement from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, the incident happened shortly after 11 p.m. when officers responded to the 400 block of South Church Street near Romare Bearden Park. They found the two youths who had been shot. A
Five must-try holiday-themed activities opening this month in Charlotte
Charlotte’s holiday activity scene is unthawing, and the options are plentiful. From festive and fully-decked-out cocktail bars to winter wonderlands – complete with snow — fit for the whole family, the holiday season brings much-anticipated things to do to the Queen City. Here’s a list of five things to try before the season ends: Sippin’
‘Boujee’ and Blessed: A Charlotte chef’s story of redemption
When Lavonna Quick learned to cook, she was 13 years old. Now in her 30s, the chef and owner of Boujee Soul Food Truck smiles when she reflects on her early memories in the kitchen. “Back then, my stepmom had a rule,” Quick said. “She would only cook on Sundays. If we wanted anything else, we
Affordable housing complex opens in historic Hidden Valley neighborhood
An affordable housing apartment complex recently opened in northwest Charlotte. Sugaree Place Apartments, located in the historic Hidden Valley neighborhood, was designed to alleviate the rising rent prices in Charlotte for low-income residents. Construction began in early 2022 and was completed this year. Move-ins began in late September. The $15 million project was funded by
Discover 6 fun activities to do in South End, Charlotte
South End is well-known for its retail and dining options, but the neighborhood is also home to lots of fun activities to do alone, with friends or on date night. From ear piercings to light therapy, wine tasting and stretch sessions, check out six experiences to try in South End. In the middle of the
Five nonprofits receive funding to establish business hubs in Corridors of Opportunity
City Council unanimously approved $3.9 million in funding for the Corridors of Opportunity Business Opportunity Hub Program on Monday. This initiative provides training and support for small businesses in the six Corridors of Opportunity. The program contracts with local nonprofits to open and operate office and/or training spaces. These hubs will offer workforce development, career
Charlotte city council approves $5 million for anti-displacement programming
Charlotte City Council members approved $5 million to implement anti-displacement programming on Monday nights. The Neighborhood Equity and Stabilization (NEST) Commission, a group established in 2022 to review and recommend strategies to protect vulnerable residents from displacement, designed the program. Displacement occurs when residents are forced to leave their homes due to rising housing costs.
New mobile dental clinic to provide no-cost services in Charlotte
A mobile dental clinic is expected to open this December in Charlotte. The North Carolina Association of Free and Charitable Clinics, NCAFCC, received $500,000 in funding from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Foundation to support a mobile dental clinic. NCAFCC is a nonprofit dedicated to improving the health and well-being of
Investigation underway after Charlotte police officer strikes woman in viral video
“Our officers are often placed in difficult situations that require actions that can be difficult to watch,” CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings shared on X — formerly known as Twitter — in response to a now-viral video involving a police officer. The video that’s circulating online shows a Charlotte-Mecklenburg police officer repeatedly striking a woman who