In recent years, the South Carolina Lowcountry has become one of my go-to places to relax and unwind. It helps that the region is blessed with an abundance of culture, good food, and pristine beaches. This year, I pointed my car in the direction of historic Georgetown, the largest city along a stretch of South
Read MoreCharlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened Friday in northeast Charlotte According to a statement from the department, shortly before 7:30 p.m., officers responded to an assault with a deadly weapon with injury call for service in the 1900 block of Prospect Drive. When officers arrived, they discovered a victim suffering from an
Read MoreSudden cardiac arrest among youth is rare, but it can happen. Because young people are generally viewed as “healthy,” recent health scares involving athletes can be especially jarring. Earlier this week, Bronny James, son of basketball legend LeBron James, suffered a sudden cardiac arrest during an off-season workout at the University of Southern California. More
Read MoreI’m not old enough to have been able to see the original members of The Temptations perform live, but my recent viewing of the Broadway-hit musical “Ain’t Too Proud: The Life and Time of the Temptations” felt close enough. Though I first saw the show more than a year ago, I decided to check it
Read MoreHundreds of fans gathered at the Wofford Football practice field to watch the Carolina Panthers prepare for the upcoming season at this year’s open training camp. Number 9 jerseys swarmed the college campus to support the team’s newest franchise quarterback, Bryce Young. Head Coach Frank Reich named Young the starting quarterback on Wednesday after managing
Read MoreSol’Delish is a new Black-owned restaurant in University City serves classic soul food dishes and other menu items like burgers and crab cakes. It also has vegetarian and pescatarian options. The restaurant has a pretty straightforward menu that pairs most dishes with fries or yellow rice, or one of a two other sides offered. Here’s
Read MorePosted inThings to Do Weekend events in Charlotte Thursday Music at the Met: Join us on the patio every Thursday evening for live music by local musicians while enjoying food and drinks from surrounding restaurants. This week’s musician is Nate Randall. Far East Deep South Film Screening: Enjoy a screening of Far East Deep South, the award-winning documentary
Read MoreCharlotte-Mecklenburg Schools has implemented a new transportation plan for students in magnet programs: CMS Express Stops. The stops, located at schools nearby the students’ homes, will serve as pickup and drop-off points for students in need of transportation to farther magnet schools. CMS will launch Express Stops next month at the start of the new school year. “What
Read MoreFor many people, finding a therapist is a daunting task that keeps them from accessing necessary tools for protecting their mental health. Why it matters: In 2021, it is estimated that only 39% of Black adults with any mental illness were treated, compared to 52% of non-Hispanic white adults, according to the Center for Behavioral
Read MoreAsk recent Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) graduate Tiffany Dixon about her summer internship with Atrium Health Cabarrus and you’ll hear the optimism and excitement in her voice. “To have this exposure inspired me to at least start or put my foot in the management position in human resources,” she said. Dixon, a health care
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