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Free School Lunch Will End for Some CMS Students This Week

Due to Congress not extending a federal program, some students will no longer receive free school lunches after this week.
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Kid-Friendly Summer Activities Under $10 in the Charlotte…

Here are some fun activities for children in the Charlotte area that won't break the bank this summer.
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Here Are Some Summer Reading Programs in the…

Here are some summer reading programs in the Charlotte area to keep children engaged during their summer break.
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CMS Interim Superintendent Discusses Current School Safety Measures

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools interim superintendent discusses current safety measures and efforts to reduce violence in schools.
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Childcare Subsidy Program Expanding in Mecklenburg County

The childcare subsidy program in Mecklenburg County is expanding to cover more children.
Memorial Day Weekend Travel Expected To Be Busiest Since 2019

Traveling Soon? Kids Can Ride Amtrak for $5…

Through August 31st, children ages 2-12 are able to ride the Amtrak for $5 within North Carolina.
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CMS Advocates Urge Mecklenburg County to Increase School…

CMS Advocates Urge Mecklenburg County to Increase School Budget
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Pfizer COVID Booster Shots Available for Kids in…

Pfizer COVID Booster Shots Available for Kids in Mecklenburg County
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StarMed in Charlotte Giving Out Free Baby Formula

StarMed in Charlotte is helping parents and caregivers amidst the nationwide baby formula shortage. On Tuesday, May 17, the health…
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Baby Formula Shortage Hits Charlotte

The nationwide baby formula shortage has hit Charlotte. Parents in the area say it has become a struggle to find baby…
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Face Paint at Carowinds Gives Child Allergic Reaction

Carowinds has been in the news recently about a couple of malfunctioning rides, but another guest experience is causing concern.…
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Nonprofit Hoping to Improve Access to Care in…

There are evident racial disparities between the pregnancy outcomes of white women and the pregnancy outcomes of Black women. Black…
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Rowan-Cabarrus Community College Summer Enrichment Registration Opens

Summer is right around the corner. If you’re looking for something for your child to do, you may want to…
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Charlotte Mom Creates App to Help Teen Mental…

Charlotte mom, Chanda Spate, developed an app to help improve teen mental health after her high school son suffered bullying.…
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Mecklenburg County Offering Funding to Help Families Cover…

If you have children, it may be no surprise that childcare is expensive. In Charlotte, it costs some parents more…
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Kids With Guns Becoming a Concern in Charlotte

While overall crime rates have remained relatively flat this year, one crime concern is still a priority for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police.…