Good news for students looking to apply for college, colleges are beginning to make SAT and ACT scores optional for applicants. Davidson College has joined the list of colleges by making standardized test scores optional for those applying. The decision was influenced by financial circumstances. Standardized testing can result in applicants paying more money to […]
Charlotte’s “favorite family fair” is making its way back this week. The Queen Charlotte Fair begins Thursday, April 14, and ends Sunday, April 24. It will take place on Route 29 Pavilion in Concord, NC. Guests can expect their favorite fair foods, thrilling rides, games, and exciting shows. Entry tickets are between $6 and $12. For […]
RnB fans, this one is for you! Musiq Soulchild and Kelly Price will be in the Queen City Saturday, April 16. The concert begins at 7 p.m. at QC Sound Stage at QC Soundstage. VIP seating is available for the event. Ticket prices vary. For more information and tickets, visit the QC Sound Stage website.
Charlotte has made another list. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is ranked as the fifth busiest airport worldwide for arrivals and departures, according to 2021 reports from the Airports Council International. In 2020, the airport ranked sixth. The airport had 519,895 arrivals and departures and 43 million passengers last year. Charlotte Douglas is beginning to reach recovery following a […]
Charlotte Dancer, Charity Holloway, has made it to the big screen competing on Lizzo's new dance show 'Watch Out For The Big Grrrls.'
A Charlotte organization is holding a prom for young adults with developmental challenges. Champion House of Care will host the “royal prom” on April 30 at Northside Baptist Church in Charlotte. The organization has been accepting donations including prom attire since February. Volunteers for chaperoning are still needed for the event along with dress and food […]
While overall crime rates have remained relatively flat this year, one crime concern is still a priority for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police. Officers are encountering alarming numbers of children ages 12, 13, 14, and 15 who are in possession of guns. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools campuses have found at least 25 guns this school year alone. Officials are urging […]
Dancers! Now’s your time to shine. The Red Bull Dance Your Style competition will be holding auditions in Charlotte this weekend! Auditions will be held at The Music Yard on Saturday, April 9th. The event is free for all ages and will take place from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., with doors opening at 1:00 […]
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools still plan to distribute clear backpacks eventually according to superintendent Earnest Winston. The schools stopped distributing bags last week due to potentially harmful chemicals. CMS currently has no date on when the rollout will continue again. The backpacks are an effort to keep schools safer. Read the full story here.
In need of some laughs? The No Remorse Comedy Tour is making its way to Charlotte Saturday, April 9. Actor and comedian Mike Epps is headlining the show along with comedians Don DC Curry, Dominique, and Jay Pharoah. The show will take place at the Ovens Auditorium at 7 p.m. Tickets for the show are available […]
Baseball has returned! The Charlotte Knights are back with a lineup full of special events and theme nights. The season will open on the road in Norfolk, Va. Tickets can be purchased now for the home game against the Memphis Redbirds at Truist Field on Tuesday, April 12 at 6:35 p.m. Guests can find a list […]
After record-breaking high gas prices, the Queen City is finally starting to find some relief. Over the past week, gas prices in Charlotte have dropped by 7.2 cents. As of Monday, the average gas price in the city is $4. This is still 11 cents higher than the previous 10-year high of $3.89 a gallon from […]
