QCity Metro published hundreds of stories in 2022, covering topics ranging from Covid-19 to arts and culture. Every now and then, readers call or write to let us know how much they appreciate our work – and we love hearing from you. Today, as 2022 draws to an official close, we share some of the
Read MoreAnother eventful year is coming to a close. And what a year it was. How closely did you pay attention to QCity Metro news events? Test your knowledge with our year-end quiz. These 12 questions — one for each month — represent some of our best-read articles from 2022. Good luck. Free Newsletter Stay informed
Read MoreNaomi Rodgers was touring with the musical “Frozen” when she got a text message about an opportunity to star as Tina Turner in a future production. “Hey, do you think Tina is in your wheelhouse?” her agent asked. Though somewhat unfamiliar with the Tina Turner story, Rodgers submitted an audition tape and, one day later,
Read MoreThe Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department are requesting the public’s assistance in locating 15-year-old Vaniah Nichols. Nichols was last seen at Target at 8120 University Boulevard, according to a news release from the department. Police say her family is concern for her well-being because of “Nichols’ history and mental health.” Vaniah Nichols. Photo: CMPD She stands at
Read MoreA year after police Office Mia Goodwin was killed while working a traffic accident, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department held a pre-dawn procession on Thursday to honor her life and service. Goodwin, 33, died on the side of Interstate-85 when two tractor-trailers collided then struck multiple police vehicles. Thursday, Dec. 22, was the one-year anniversary of her
Read MoreAvery Love (second from left) was promoted to the rank of Eagle Scout during a Sunday ceremony at First Baptist Church-West. Love, a member of Troop 107 and a senior at Lake Norman Charter School, has earned 36 merit badges — 15 more than the number required to become an Eagle Scout. His brother, Anthony
Read MoreCharlotteans want to play golf, work from their homes, and listen to rap artists, according to Google’s Year in Search results. The Google Trends tool provides an annual recap of top searched keywords, questions, and topics across various areas. In Charlotte, a few things stood out. Seeking WFH Also, it seems Charlotteans really want to
Read MoreCrystal Hill has been named the new interim superintendent by Charlotte Mecklenburg Board of Education, effective Jan. 1. On Tuesday, in a virtual meeting, the board unanimously voted for Hill to replace previous interim, Hugh Hattabaugh, who announced his departure last month. Hattabaugh took over in April after the board removed the district’s previous superintendent,
Read MoreVoters in the town of Dobson will go back to the polls after the State Board of Elections found that a poll worker told voters on Election Day that one of the candidates in the city election had died. The state board ruled that poll worker’s actions may have affected the outcome of the race
Read MoreA new holiday basketball tournament showcasing some of the country’s top collegiate hoop programs will happen in Charlotte from Dec.20 – Dec.21. The Jumpman Invitational showcases four match-ups over two days. The tournament features men’s and women’s teams from North Carolina, Michigan, Florida, and Oklahoma, the first universities to sign partnership deals with Jumpman. The
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