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 […]

North Carolina aw enforcement officials have confirmed that a sheriff’s deputy in Montgomery County died from coronavirus Tuesday night. Bud Phouang worked as a middle school resource officer in Biscoe. In a January 2019, Phouang’s middle school had named a “Deputy Bud Day,” adding a picture of students posing alongside the deputy wearing Superman costumes. […]

No more pick up games in Charlotte! Because you are likely to pick up more than some points! You just might pick up Coronavirus germs! and to help slow the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, Charlotte Mecklenburg’s Parks and Recreation Department is closing all of the the recreational courts. According to their social media: “Following clarification/guidance […]

North Carolina has a new texting tool that will help parents across the state to find nearby free meals during the Coronavirus pandemic. Free or reduced price eligible families will now be able to text FOODNC to 877-877 to find nearby meal sites that will provide meals to children while they’re out of school. According […]

Are you or your kids taking online classes due to COVID-19? Schools are over the country are closing their doors due to “Shelter In” orders and social distancing to slow down the spread of the Coronavirus. And this is putting some people into a position where they have to take online classes for the very […]

The Governors of North Carolina and South Carolina, have declared a State of Emergency. And in Mecklenburg County,where the city of Charlotte is located,officials have  issued a “stay at home” order  taking effect on Thursday, March 26 at 8 a.m. until April 16.  

As we practice social distancing, time away from family and friends can be hard on our mental health. This thing is going to throw people off their game at some point. First thing to is let go of the perfectionism. Nobody is going to get it right every time. But, we can try! Don’t watch […]

Starting on Wednesday, March 25, CATS will make modifications to transit service to accommodate the current need for demand. CATS bus and LYNX light rail ridership has decreased up to 41%. Check the schedules to make sure your routes are running on their normal times. – @chirlgirl #1053rnb #charlotte #nc #charmeck #chirlgirl #corona

Due to declared state of emergency in North Carolina, State Parks are closed. The governor is calling for public safety and wants the State Parks to adhere to to social distancing guidelines and avoid gathering in crowds of over 10 people at one time Close to Charlotte, the parks that will be affected include Crowders […]

In North Carolina, the state has discontinued dine-in services at restaurants and bars to prevent the spread of COVID-19. This comes in the wake of executive orders from the Governor to help limit gatherings that crowded people within six feet of each other. This has been hard on Black-owned businesses.  So, lets do our part […]

  Are you worried about trash piling up during the Coronavirus Pandemic? The City of Charlotte is suspending some waste pick-up operations. The City announced it would be postponing pick-up of yard waste and bulk items starting March 23. Garbage and recycling pick-ups to continue as scheduled.