Charlotte
Hey, Family! Chirl Girl, here! Did I take your picture at the Suite Life Salon’s “New Year, New You Grand Opening?” We had a ball! The owners, Andre and Lisa Fuller, thought of everything to make the evening special! The friendly staff did complimentary hair consultations on everything from how to grow healthier hair in […]
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. […]
We’re two weeks into the new year. How are your New Years resolutions working out? Is your exercise routine waning? What about your diet? ‘COMMUNITY VOICES’ host, Ron Holland delves into a healthier lifestyle through transitioning from eating meat to the vegan lifestyle. That’s right, giving up meat and meat products permanently. Is this a […]
Local churches are hosting a variety of events to celebrate the life Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Confronting Chaos: Creating the Beloved Community Join Bishop Paul Leeland and friends from across Western NC as we celebrate Dr. King and recommit ourselves to his important work. The day will feature fellowship, worship, communion, music, small group […]
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 […]
If ever there is a time for the insight and spirit of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. it’s now. Although we honor his work and sacrifice for our community and country, we’re ever mindful that the full promise of America is elusive to so many people. That’s why honoring Dr. King each year is […]
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 […]
