Davidson, NC|News|
Poet, Author Clint Smith To Speak At Online Davidson Event
"How The Word Is Passed" author Clint Smith will discuss his book chronicling the legacy of slavery in the U.S. Here's how to watch.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
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- Charlotte, NC
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Charlotte|News|
2 Paratroopers Found Dead In Fort Bragg Barracks
An investigation is underway after two 82nd Airborne paratroopers were found dead in their Fort Bragg barracks.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Mooresville, NC|News|
Josh's Farmer's Market Reopens With New Mooresville Location
The family-owned farmer's market has expanded its offerings and is operating in a new location at Lowe's YMCA in Mooresville.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Charlotte|News|
Arrest Made Following Shooting Outside Concord Mills Mall
A Charlotte man was charged after police said he shot and injured a victim outside the AMC movie theater at Concord Mills Mall.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Huntersville, NC|News|
Kids Can Learn How To Fish, Cast A Line At These Upcoming Events
The family fishing events at Charlotte metro Bass Pro Shops and Cabelas will offer free fishing guides, first fish certificates and more.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Huntersville, NC|News|
Latta Plantation Faces Backlash For 'Racist' Juneteenth Event
The living history museum's event planned for June 19 was sympathetic to whites after the downfall of the Confederacy.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Cornelius, NC|News|
Vehicle Break-Ins, Thefts This Week In Cornelius: CPD Blotter
Two vehicles were stolen and two were broken into this week in Cornelius. Here's a rundown of crime reported around town.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Mooresville, NC|News|
Iredell Sheriff's Office Accepting Applications For Teen Academy
The Teen Academy program is free and aims to provide positive role models, the Iredell County Sheriff's Office said. Here's how to apply.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Huntersville, NC|News|
Huntersville Resident Makes JMU Spring 2021 President's List
Miette Veldman of Huntersville was named to the President's List at James Madison University, the school announced.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Mooresville, NC|News|
10 Things Lake Norman Food Pantries Need Right Now
School is out around Lake Norman. This also means more than 13 million kids nationwide might not know where they’ll get their next meal.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Cornelius, NC|News|
Symphony In The Park 2021: Live Music, Fireworks In Cornelius
The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra headlines the "Celebrate America" performance at Bailey Road Park that will also feature fireworks.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Charlotte|News|
Juvenile Charged After Armed Robbery In Southeast Charlotte Park
The teen's arrest comes as CMPD warns about the uptick in thefts of unsecured guns taken from vehicles around the region.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Davidson, NC|News|
Juneteenth 2021: Upcoming Davidson Event Marks The End Of Slavery
The Ada Jenkins Center, along with the Town of Davidson and community sponsors are hosting a Juneteenth celebration on Saturday, June 19.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Charlotte|News|
NC To Award $1M Prizes, Expand Cash Incentives For Vaccinations
NC residents who have received a shot are automatically entered and anyone getting a shot today on will be entered twice, Gov. Cooper said.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Charlotte|News|
NC Autopsy Of Andrew Brown Jr. Confirms Fatal Back-Of-Head Wound
The family of the Black man killed by Pasquotank deputies said they learned of the autopsy findings from media reports, not authorities.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Huntersville, NC|News|
Mecklenburg County Bridges Among About 35K In US Needing Repair
Here's how many Mecklenburg County bridges are in poor condition and in need of repairs, according to the Federal Highway Administration.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Mooresville, NC|News|
Bridges In Iredell County Among About 35K In US Needing Repair
Here's how many Iredell County bridges are in poor condition and in need of repairs, according to the Federal Highway Administration.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Charlotte|News|
Lidl To Open New Charlotte Store In University City: Details
The new Lidl location on West Mallard Creek Church Road is the ninth in Charlotte for the grocery chain. Here's when it will open.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Charlotte|News|
Inmate Visits At County Jail To Resume For Father's Day Weekend
The non-contact, in-person visits at the Mecklenburg jail will be allowed in 25-minute blocks from Friday, June 18 through Sunday, June 20.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
Charlotte|News|
Runners In Charlotte Metro Wanted For ‘Run Across America’
Donations to Feeding America made by participants in Mecklenburg County and across the country will be matched.
Kimberly Johnson, Patch Staff
