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Carrie Everett, the former Miss North Carolina, crowned in 2024, passed away late Sunday evening, according to Everett’s family. On Instagram, her family shared, “We are heartbroken to share that last night, the beautiful nightingale, Helen Carrie Everett, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. The cries of her heart became songs that stirred […]
RALEIGH, N.C. — Officials across North Carolina are urging residents to press pause on outdoor burning as wildfire risks rise, issuing a statewide ban that affects all 100 counties. The order immediately cancels all existing burning permits and halts the issuance of new ones until conditions improve. State leaders say dry weather, low humidity, and […]
Charlotte’s own DaBaby is bringing a major moment to the city this summer, and it’s looking like one of the biggest hip-hop events of the year. The rapper just announced the “Be More Grateful Festival,” set to take over Charlotte on June 13 at the Route 29 Pavilion. The lineup is already turning heads. DaBaby […]
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Early voter turnout is climbing across Mecklenburg County, with election officials reporting a steady increase in ballots cast ahead of Election Day. Data released this week shows more residents taking advantage of early voting sites, reflecting heightened civic engagement across the county. The Mecklenburg County Board of Elections says several polling locations […]
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — In Charlotte, the wheels of democracy are rolling — and this time they’re free. On Primary Election Day Tuesday, March 3, the Charlotte Area Transit System is putting the power of mobility in the people’s hands by offering fare-free rides to polling locations across the Queen City region. (WCCB Charlotte) No […]
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The Carolina Renaissance Festival returns on Saturday.
Singer Ari Lennox announced Wednesday that she will bring her A/S/L tour to Charlotte in February 2023.
The Carolina Renaissance Festival will return on October 1st.
Here's what to know about the Charlotte International Arts Festival that began Friday.
SCarowinds will reopen this Friday at Carowinds.