Things are starting to heat up in the Queen City! A heatwave is making its way to Charlotte, bringing temperatures well above normal. Meteorologists say the heatwave could finally lower those high heating bills from the past couple of months. Following Monday’s expected high of 80 degrees, daily highs are not expected to drop any […]
UNC Charlotte says that masks will be optional inside the classroom starting March 7. On Feb. 25, The UNC System issued guidance that all campuses within the system make face masks optional in indoor settings effective March 7. Masks will no longer be required in classrooms or other academic spaces. Those who are unvaccinated or […]
Have your allergies been bothering you out of nowhere recently? Well, it may be due to all the pollen in the air. Pollen counts are increasing as we approach spring. Tree pollen typically begins in late February, meaning early spring allergy symptoms. If you suffer from allergies, be sure to keep your windows up and […]
Gas prices are up! The current average gas price in North Carolina is almost a dollar higher than the average price this time last year. The average gas price in Charlotte is currently $3.48. Although gas prices may not be decreasing anytime soon, there are some locations in the Charlotte area with cheaper prices. Read […]
It may be difficult to find free testing locations that work with your schedule. Here are some testing locations and times in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg area: Friday, Feb. 25: Atrium Health 4222 Beam Road Charlotte, 28217 11 am – 4 pm StarMed – StarMed F 4001 Tuckaseegee Rd, Charlotte, 28208 9am – 6pm Register Online MAKO – […]
Charlotte Girl Scouts will be selling fewer cookies this year due to supply chain issues. The shortage is currently impacting troops in the Girl Scouts, Hornets’ Nest Council. This council covers eight counties, including Anson, Cabarrus, Mecklenburg, Montgomery, Rowan, Stanly, Union, and York. The Samoas, S’mores, Trefoils, and Adventurefuls cookies are all in short supply. CEO of […]
The month of February may feel like it flew by, but there’s still time to celebrate Black History Month! Here’s a list of upcoming Black History Month events in the Charlotte area: Thursday, February 24 & Friday, February 25 Black History Month Sip & Paint (R&B Edition) Time: 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm Location: Bobbee […]
Beginning March 7, CMS students will no longer be required to wear masks indoors. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools board unanimously voted to lift the mask mandate on Tuesday, Feb. 22. The board is following state and local COVID-19 mask recommendations. Due to federal regulations, masks will still be required on buses. Individual students, staff, and visitors […]
If you know someone looking for a fun seasonal job, Carowinds is looking to hire hundreds of workers for the 2022 season. The park is planning to pay employees $15 an hour. Park officials say that Carowinds will hold a hiring fair today, Monday, Feb. 21. In-person and virtual interviews will be available on the […]
Gas prices are still on the rise. According to a recent AAA report, the national average price for a gallon of gas is $3.52. The national average this time last year was $2.53. The current average price in North Carolina is $3.41. This is 9 cents higher than last week and 31 cents higher than […]
Mecklenburg County’s mask mandate will be ending Saturday, Feb. 26. The decision comes after the Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners voted to end the indoor mask requirement during Wednesday’s meeting. The public health rule went into effect last August following the surge of the delta variant. Will you still be wearing your mask? Read the […]
We’ve all been there before. Someone cuts you off while driving and you want to make sure they know it. According to new crime statistics in the Charlotte area, refraining from interactions on the road is the safest bet. The death of a CATS bus driver has caused Charlotte officials to be concerned about increasing instances […]
