Lifestyle
There’s a new option for viewing movies in the Charlotte area. Dine-in movie chain Cinergy Cinema will have its grand opening to the public on Tuesday. The cinema is located on Docia Crossing Road and features a full-service bar, kitchen, and state-of-the-art theaters. Guests will be able to enjoy movies and have food and beverages brought […]
It’s been a little while since we last received a stimulus check. Now, with the national average of gas being over $4, there may be a new stimulus check coming in the near future. Introduced by Rep. Mike Thompson, D-Calif., the Gas Rebate Act, would provide a $100 monthly energy rebate per person for the […]
Passengers at Charlotte-Douglas International Airport were in for an unexpected surprise on Wednesday afternoon. Passengers had to evacuate the area after a kitchen fire started. Smoke was reported to be coming from a terminal roof. Arrivals and departure continued, but arriving passengers were temporarily restricted from entering the Terminal. By 3:40 p.m., officials said the […]
Summer is right around the corner, and if you’re a parent, you may be trying to decide how your kid will spend their time. Luckily, there are still plenty of options for keeping your kids and teens entertained during the day that won’t break your bank. Boys & Girls Club Summer Program About: Camps at multiple […]
You may have noticed that gas prices are just a tad bit cheaper than they were last week. New reports show that gas prices are slowly beginning to fall. One gas station in southwest Charlotte even saw gas prices fall below $4 early Monday morning. According to AAA, the nationwide average is now $4.25. The average […]
An annual Charlotte tradition returns this week. The Charlotte Fair will return to the area starting March 25 through April 3. It will be located at the Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord. The fair is expected to have more than 30 rides. Parking at the venue is $5, cash only. The fair schedule is as […]
Data from Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools show a lower enrollment of Black and Hispanic students in advanced courses and college-level courses. Some students say they wish to see more self-representation in these classes. CMS reports show that 20% of Black students and 20% of Hispanic students with weighted GPAs over 3.0 have never taken an advanced course whereas […]
If you’ve got a sweet tooth, this one’s for you. Charlotte will be kicking off its second annual Donut Festival on March 27th. Believe it or not, this sweet event will be hosted by Clearsmile Orthodontics. The Festival will take place in Norfolk Hall from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Donuts and other treats will be […]
Things are about to get a little sweeter. Nashville-based dessert chain, The Peach Cobbler Factory, is coming to Charlotte. Several stores will be opening in the region but customers can have their first try this weekend. The store will have a ghost kitchen open Sunday at South End Eats at 500 W. Summit Ave. It will offer […]
So, you got your tax money. Now, you’re thinking about purchasing a new car. Before you go hit the lots, be aware that you may end up paying more than the listed price. Like most other things, the price of cars has gone up and the discounts have gone out. According to the automotive website Edmunds.com, […]
With the current inflation of prices for daily items, scamming is at a high. These scams are mainly schemes to get victims to send money or give access to passwords or bank accounts. Romance Scam This scam usually occurs on dating apps or social media. An impersonator may form a relationship online and claim to […]
After all the dark, cold days, we’re finally getting some extra daylight! Daylight savings begins on Sunday, March 13. That means get ready to set your clocks forward by one hour. You will lose one hour of sleep, so be sure to go to bed a tad bit earlier. Studies show that the Monday after […]
