They came with their signs, their pink hats and their chants about the power of love and women and they filled Uptown with more people than Charlotte has ever seen in a protest. It was a sight carried live in major cities throughout the country as 1 in 100 Americans reportedly participated in a women’s […]
“Old School1053-Subscribers It’s so hard to say goodbye! But we have to. WE are all going to miss the Obamas and the legacy they created for this country and Black families. It doesn’t matter how much the Republicans try to undue President Obama’s legislative policies, they can’t lessen his impact on Black America. The Obamas […]
Armed with red party cups and nearly two hours worth of jokes about women, sex (of course), kids and politics, the Plastic Cup Boyz had a near capacity audience cracking up at the Comedy Zone on Saturday. Comedians William “Spank” Horton and Na’im Lynn were two of the three the show titled Kevin Hart presents […]
I didn’t know what I stepped into that year that I travelled to Columbia to see then Sen. Barack Obama speak at William Brice Stadium. I just knew I had to be there. Oprah was bringing him to the Carolinas so he must be someone special. After nearly a decade, I don’t remember his speech. […]
This isn’t just a three-day weekend to party. The city and various organizations come together to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Dr. MLK Parade, Saturday The annual parade starts at 9th and Tryon at 10 a.m. on Saturday. More than 100 community organizations, marching bands and step and drill teams […]
City and county leaders are considering whether placing a professional soccer stadium at the old Eastland Mall site would be better than demolishing Memorial Stadium and the Grady Cole Center. Last week, the Charlotte Observer reported, Mecklenburg County Commissioners considered a plan in which the city and county would each spend $50 million toward […]
There are boards on the front door of the venerable Excelsior Club, but owner James Ferguson told QCity Metro that the club is only closed temporarily for renovations. In an email, Ferguson said the club will reopen this Spring. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! That sounds cute, but have you ever heard of a club […]
The Highway Patrol sent out this press release drivers in preparation for the upcoming storm. The Highway Patrol requests drivers to use caution when traveling throughout several portions of North Carolina. Driving conditions could possibly deteriorate over the weekend, as snowfall is projected to accumulate due to plunging temperatures. – Leave early – allow more […]
The parties will be in full effect next week for Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday weekend, but here are a few events to get you started. Five Star Fridays, Friday Club Onyx and Chocolate Gents present Five Star Fridays, a ladies lock-up and male review featuring Kandi, Casino, BabyBoy, Unforgettable, Fantasy, Young Renegade, Xxtasy, Candyman, […]
Update 10:37 p.m. 1/6/17: After an initial blanket of rain and sleet, and a lull, sleet has begun falling again in Charlotte. The storm is predicted to bring up to eight inches in some areas. Click here to get the latest closings and cancellations. Break out the snow shovels and salt, snow is coming. Winter […]
Starting this summer, North Carolina food stamp recipients will be required to prove that they are either volunteering, working or taking classes for 20 hours a week in order to receive benefits. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! It’s actually a federal requirement for people under age 50 without children, but it was suspended in 2008 […]
Commentary Hallelujah! The Mecklenburg County Health Department officially banned dogs in brewery taprooms, Charlotte Five reported. Thank goodness. Janet Jackson Welcomes Son Now, if they could do something about kids. Seriously, the dog thing had gotten completely out of control considering that many breweries allow patrons to bring food from food trucks. That’s exactly what […]