If you missed the,”Nexus Church Charlotte Pop-Up Community Grocery,” don’t worry.  The Nexus Church has another free grocery giveaway this Sunday, August 2nd from 12:30 AM until 2:30 PM at 1800 Brewton Drive in Charlotte, NC.  This is a first come, first serve event and supplies will be available while they last. So, get there […]

This Friday, July 31st is the deadline to apply for the $30 million grant program.  The Charlotte City Grant Program is for small and micro businesses in Charlotte, NC.  For more information call 704-988-6499.  To apply, click here.  However, if you need help filling out your application, visit the Stratford Richardson YMCA located at 1946 […]

Next week, Governor Roy Cooper will announce how schools will reopen in the fall in NC.  Cooper stated, “We want our children back in school safely.  Our trends are not where they need to be now.”  We will keep you updated on this developing story.

Today, I had the pleasure of speaking to Charlotte City Councilman, James “Smuggie” Mitchell about the $30 million grant programs for small and micro businesses.  If your business is struggling to stay afloat during this pandemic and in need of financial help, watch this video.  Also, for more info, call 704-998-6499 or visit www.fftc.org/CLTcitygrant to […]

This was more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation had freed their counterparts around the country. Although Juneteenth is not a federal holiday, most states and the District of Columbia have passed legislation recognizing it as a holiday or observance.

Atrium Health will be in the community testing anyone who is experiencing coronavirus symptoms like a cough, fever, shortness of breath and loss of smell and/or taste.  No appointment is needed, and walk-ins are welcomed.  Today, Monday, June 15th    Atrium Health will be testing from 8 AM until 2 PM at the following locations: Parkwood […]

The Carolina Panthers removed the statue of former owner Jerry Richardson from outside of Bank of America Stadium today for what the team called safety concerns amid the racial unrest in the country. According to a statement released by the Panthers, “We were aware of the most recent conversation surrounding the Jerry Richardson statue and are […]

One  of the Queen City’s most popular streets is getting a fresh coat of paint with the message: Black Lives Matter. More than a dozen artists and groups are collaborating with the City of Charlotte for the installation. The Mayor of Washington D.C revealed a Black Lives Matters mural leading up to the White House.  […]

If you are experiencing Covid-19 symptoms, don’t be afraid to be get tested.  You don’t need an appointment nor do you need an identification to be tested.  Today, May 1st, Atrium Health will be testing until 7 pm at the Stratford Richardson YMCA’s parking lot located at 1946 West Blvd in Charlotte, NC.  So, if […]

Charlotte, N.C. – At Charlotte Works and NCWorks, we are fully aware that the impacts of COVID-19 will disproportionately impact people in the communities we serve who have limited resources, options and access. We are as committed as ever to being a resource for those who most need us at this time. In order to […]

There are, as of April 6th, more than 600 Mecklenburg County residents have tested positive for COVID-19. Stopping the spread requires staying home. If you do need to get essentials, follow these guidelines. There are several steps that you can take to limit your exposure to coronavirus, and they’re not so different from what CR […]

Get answers for your CMS High School Seniors! How is the pandemic going to effect their final school year?  What about their big dreams of going to prom and walking across stage to get their diplomas? CMS has postponed a return to school until May 15th. Get answers for your CMS High School Seniors regarding […]