Charlotte Observer
Talking Preps: The Jan. 19-23 preview show
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- Talking Preps: The Jan. 19-23 preview show
- Date posted
- 6 hours ago
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- We review the top players from a week, discuss a huge transfer at West Charlotte and break down all of the week's top games. New West Meck football coach Randall Ingram also stops by
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- NASCAR fan recounts meeting Greg Biffle, travels to Charlotte, NC for funeral
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- NASCAR fan Brian Cloyd of Danville, KY and friend Stephen Harrell of Taxewell, TN traveled to Charlotte, NC on Friday to attend a Gathering in Remembrance ceremony for the seven people killed in a Statesville, NC plane crash on Thursday, December 18, 2026.
Among the seven who died was former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle. Cloyd shares his thoughts on the passing of his NASCAR hero.
📹: Jeff Siner
#biffle #nascar #charlotte #planecrash
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- In Charlotte, untold stories flow about NASCAR star Greg Biffle and his family
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Jeff Burton, a longtime teammate of Greg Biffle, shared stories about the late legendary NASCAR driver on Friday at his memorial in Charlotte. Here, he recalls a conversation he recently had with Kurt Busch about Biffle’s life and legacy.
📹: Alex Zietlow
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- An early look at The Story of Mi Cariño in Charlotte
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- The Story of Mi Cariño in Charlotte's South End is bringing "Left Coast Latin" flavors that merge the culinary traditions of California and Mexico and put a new spin on them.
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- Measles is spreading: Is your child’s North Carolina school vulnerable?
- Date posted
- 4 days ago
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- About 106,000 North Carolina children in elementary school — or one in six — attend schools where the risk for measles outbreaks runs high, according to the best available state analysis.
Data reporter Caitlin McGlade breaks down her findings and how measles can affect elementary students in your area.
More at the 🔗 in bio.
📹: Caitlin McGlade & Emily Broyles
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- Bougie vs. budget burgers in Charlotte
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- We took food, service, ambience — and price, of course — into consideration when trying out these local restaurants’ classic burgers.
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- Charlotte area residents explain why they came to see Walk for Peace monks
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- Why are so many people gathering to see the monks as they head to Charlotte tonight? Residents in the area explain why.
📹: Briah Lumpkins
#monks #walkforpeace #sc #nc #charlotte
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- Hundreds gather at Carolinas border to see Walk for Peace monks
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- The Walk for Peace monks are officially in North Carolina. Their next major stop? Charlotte. Hundreds of people made their way to the Carolinas border today to observe and pay their respects.
📹: Briah Lumpkins & Jonathan Aguallo
#monks #walkforpeace #sc #nc #charlotte
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- Crowds gather near Carolinas border to see Walk for Peace monks on journey
- Date posted
- 5 days ago
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- The Walk for Peace, Buddhist monks walking 2,300 miles from Texas to Washington, D.C., were making their way to Charlotte on Wednesday as crowds swelled to about 250 people at an intersection near the Carolinas border.
Around 3 p.m., people of different ages and races stood at the corner of Pineville-Rock Hill Road and Flint Hill Road, awaiting the monks’ arrival.
Bundled up in winter coats and braving the winter breeze, some held cameras to capture what some described as a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
📹: Briah Lumpkins
#monks #walkforpeace #charlotte #rockhill #sc #nc #carolina
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- Viral trek of Walk for Peace monks draws hundreds to Rock Hill, SC
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- Buddhist monks are trekking through Rock Hill in South Carolina on Wednesday to reach Charlotte sometime this evening.
Crowds have gathered in the Carolinas so farto see the monks. Here's why people are coming out.
📹: John Marks
#monks #walkforpeace #rockhill #sc #charlotte #nc
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- Walk for Peace monks trek across Rock Hill ahead of Charlotte, NC stop
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- The Walk for Peace, a collection of Buddhist monks walking from Texas to Washington, D.C., are walking through Rock Hill Wednesday morning in the rain.
They are headed next to Fort Mill, before crossing the state line later in the day to Charlotte.
The viral trek that gained more than 1 million followers on both Facebook and Instagram since the monks started walking in October spent Tuesday night at Catawba Baptist Church in Rock Hill.
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✍️: John Marks
📹: Tracy Kimball
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- Offseason Begins (Dan Morgan press conference recap + biggest need)
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- Charlotte Observer reporters Mike Kaye, Scott Fowler and Alex Zietlow talk about the Panthers picking up the fifth year option for Bryce Young before digging into GM Dan Morgan's offseason press conference and their biggest takeaways (5:20).
Then, they discuss the biggest needs for the Panthers this offseason (16:20) and what the future for Jalen Coker looks like on the team (23:00).
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- Carolina Panthers' offseason begins (Dan Morgan press conference recap + biggest need)
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- Charlotte Observer reporters Mike Kaye, Scott Fowler and Alex Zietlow talk about the Panthers picking up the fifth year option for Bryce Young before digging into GM Dan Morgan's offseason press conference and their biggest takeaways (5:20).
Then, they discuss the biggest needs for the Panthers this offseason (16:20) and what the future for Jalen Coker looks like on the team (23:00).
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- Elon University to launch Charlotte’s first full-time law school since 2017
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- Elon University will be launching a full-time law program in Charlotte, NC, in the fall of 2027. The announcement was made on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, at the school's campus in Charlotte, NC.
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- The price differences in your 2025 Charlotte grocery carts
- Date posted
- 6 days ago
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- The Charlotte Observer's annual grocery price comparison has crowned a new leader for the lowest prices in the city. As grocery bills continue to strain local budgets, the survey highlights staggering price disparities between discount chains and specialty markets.
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- ‘There’s nobody alive.’ Listen to 911 recordings released in fatal Greg Biffle plane crash
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- Witnesses of NASCAR star Greg Biffle’s deadly plane crash in Statesville were sure no one survived due to the level of destruction, 911 recordings show.
Listen to them here.
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✍️: Mark Price
📹: Zach Dennis
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- Talking Preps: The Jan. 12-17 preview show
- Date posted
- 7 days ago
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- We announce players of the week, welcome new co-host Richard Walker and break down the week's top games and much more
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- A 3.5-mile interview with conductor Christopher James Lees I Running with Théoden Janes
- Date posted
- 8 days ago
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- Charlotte Symphony resident conductor and marathon runner Christopher James Lees discusses the intersection of musical precision and athletic endurance in the latest "Running With Théoden" interview.
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- Panthers legend Cam Newton returns to Charlotte for Panthers-Rams playoff game
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
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- Former Panthers legend Cam Newton takes the stage for the airing of his podcast “4th & 1” during the Roaring Riot tailgate before the Wild Card playoff game. His first words? "I'm baaaaaaaaack!"
📸: Diamond Vences
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- Carolina Panthers vs. Rams: Who will win NFL playoff game? Our predictions
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
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- Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow make their last minute predictions. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the Panthers’ first home playoff game Charlotte has seen in a decade. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/sports/nfl/carolina-panthers/article314190559.html#storylink=mainstage_lead?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube
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- Salisbury residents capture ICE on camera after U.S. citizens detained
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- Two U.S. citizens were detained by ICE agents in Salisbury, NC, while attempting to retrieve a work vehicle left behind following the arrest of their coworkers. The incident, captured on a now-viral video, shows agents demanding that the men stop recording and questioning their citizenship despite their status as American-born citizens.
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- Panthers great: Here's how we can beat the Rams in Charlotte Wild Card game
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- Former Panthers QB Jake Delhomme details how the Los Angeles Rams play and how the Panthers can exploit that to win their playoff game.
Stay tuned for Panthers coverage this weekend and always at charlotteobserver.com.
📹: Zach Dennis
#panthers #playoff #charlotte #bryceyoung
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- Greg Olsen recalls 2015 Panthers going to games in Charlotte
- Date posted
- 11 days ago
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- We caught up with Greg Olsen last year while filming our documentary, Super Men: The inside story of the 2015 Carolina Panthers. In this clip, Olsen looks back on trips to Bank of America Stadium and reminisces on the energy in Charlotte during his time in the playoffs.
Now, the Panthers are in the playoffs for the first time since 2017.
Read more Panthers coverage throughout this weekend at charlotteobserver.com.
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- Charlotte YMCA’s CEO on a 3-mile run with Théoden Janes
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- Sue Glass, YMCA of Greater Charlotte CEO, joins reporter Théoden Janes to discuss community wellness, personal drive, and her vision for the historic nonprofit’s future.
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- What Delhomme would tell Bryce Young before Panthers playoff game
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- Jake Delhomme joined The Charlotte Observer’s Processing Blue podcast this week. Here’s what he would tell Bryce Young ahead of the quarterback’s first playoff game, happening this Saturday in Charlotte.
Listen to Processing Blue for free wherever you get your podcasts, and subscribe to our free Access Panthers newsletter at CharlotteObserver.com
📹: Zach Dennis
#panthers #delhomme #bryceyoung #playoffs
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- Wild Card Round: vs. Rams (Jake Delhomme joins the show + Ways to upset, concerns & predictions)
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- Charlotte Observer reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow recap how the Panthers made the playoffs and what this means for the future before clearing the floor for Scott Fowler and Jake Delhomme (14:50). He talks about how the Panthers can win, recounts his own playoff exploits and offers a one-minute pump up speech to Bryce Young.
Finally, Mike and Alex offer their reasons the Panthers can upset the Rams, their causes of concern and a prediction on the final score (33:10).
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- NFL Wild Card Round: Rams vs. Panthers (Jake Delhomme + Ways to upset, concerns & predictions)
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- Charlotte Observer reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow recap how the Panthers made the playoffs and what this means for the future before clearing the floor for Scott Fowler and Jake Delhomme. He talks about how the Panthers can win, recounts his own playoff exploits and offers a one-minute pump up speech to Bryce Young.
Finally, Mike and Alex offer their reasons the Panthers can upset the Rams, their causes of concern and a prediction on the final score.
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- Sheriff Garry McFadden responds to petition calling for his removal
- Date posted
- 13 days ago
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- Faced with new allegations in a court petition that alleges his behavior is so abusive he should be removed from office, Mecklenburg Sheriff Garry McFadden told the press on Tuesday that the claims are ‘lies’ and said he welcomed a State Bureau of Investigation review.
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- Talking Preps: The basketball season preview show
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- As conference play begins to heat up, we debut new Sweet 16 polls, reveal midseason All-Observer teams, discuss key games and address the state of boys' and girls' basketball in the area and statewide.
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- Breaking down Charlotte lawsuit involving Carla Cunningham & Sheriff Gary McFadden
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- 2026 may only be a few days old, but state Rep. Carla Cunningham and her reelection campaign are already making a lot of headlines.
Charlotte Observer politics reporter and expert Mary Ramsey breaks down Cunningham’s lawsuit against Sheriff Gary McFadden and other moves she’s made in her reelection campaign.
🔗 Read more at the link in bio.
📹: Mary Ramsey & Emily Broyles
#charlotte #mcfadden #localgov
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- YMCA of Greater Charlotte CEO opens up about leadership and legacy | Running with Théoden Janes
- Date posted
- 15 days ago
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- In the debut of Running With Théoden, Charlotte Observer reporter Théoden Janes hits the pavement with Sue Glass, CEO of the YMCA of Greater Charlotte. Over 3.48 miles, Glass discusses the future of the Y, the power of community wellness, and the personal drive required to lead one of the city’s most vital nonprofits.
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- A sneak peek at Sharigato's hand rolls
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- An August 2025 pop up offers a look at the hand rolls and snacks Sharigato will offer when it opens in Charlotte.
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- Mooresville family provides “birthday magic” for local children in need
- Date posted
- 17 days ago
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- Bridge of Hearts Executive Director Linda Morris reflects on the humble beginnings of the Lake Norman nonprofit, which was founded on the belief that every child deserves to be celebrated.
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- A year of unforgettable dining at Charlotte restaurants in 2025
- Date posted
- 19 days ago
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- Join us as we reflect on 2025's local favorites for delicious food. What's your favorite meal of the year?
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- Introducing The Charlotte Observer’s high school football all-star team
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- Every year on Christmas Day, the Observer releases its all-star prep football team, honoring the best players in the region.
Meet the players who were the best in 2025.
#charlotte #preps #allstar
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- Week 18: Panthers at Bucs (Playoffs are on the line + Who are our MVPs?)
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- Charlotte Observer reporters Mike Kaye, Alex Zietlow and Scott Fowler talk about the Panthers’ final regular-season test at Tampa Bay, and if they’ll make it to the playoffs. Then, they reveal who their regular-season MVPs are, plus what the locker room says.
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- NFL Week 18: Panthers at Bucs (Playoffs are on the line + Who are our MVPs?)
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- Charlotte Observer reporters Mike Kaye, Alex Zietlow and Scott Fowler talk about the Panthers’ final regular-season test at Tampa Bay, and if they’ll make it to the playoffs. Then, they reveal who their regular-season MVPs are, plus what the locker room says.
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- Mahjong club creates new adult friendships in Charlotte, NC
- Date posted
- 20 days ago
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- Game nights aren’t just for cards anymore. Eastside Mahjong in NoDa is bringing people together over the click and clack of mahjong tiles and the simple joy of new friendships.
Founders Kiki Poland and Melissa Varvaro turned a shared curiosity into a space where strangers learn the game, laugh, and form real connections.
“We didn’t anticipate making this level of adult friendships and connections, but we’re hoping to provide that space,” Varvaro said. “I know that sounds like a really lofty ideal, but truly we’ve watched that come to fruition.”
Read more at CharlotteObserver.com
✍️: Desiree Mathurin
📹: Tracy Kimball
#mahjong #charlotte
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- Week 17: vs. Seahawks (How important is this week's game? + McMillan for ROY?)
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
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- Charlotte Observer reporters Mike Kaye (https://www.charlotteobserver.com/profile/265883491) and Alex Zietlow (https://www.charlotteobserver.com/profile/263982461/) on the win against Tampa Bay and what the Panthers now need to do to make the playoffs.. Then, they debate how important this week's game against Seattle is before talking about Tetairoa McMillan as the Rookie of the Year.
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- NFL Week 17: Seahawks vs. Panthers (How important is this week's game? + McMillan for ROY?)
- Date posted
- 27 days ago
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- Charlotte Observer reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow on the win against Tampa Bay and what the Panthers now need to do to make the playoffs.. Then, they debate how important this week's game against Seattle is before talking about Tetairoa McMillan as the Rookie of the Year.
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- 'A sad, sad, sad day.' NC resident reacts to death of Greg Biffle, family
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Statesville woman Diane Sweet discusses the plane crash that occurred on December 18, 2025, in the North Carolina city. NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and his family were among 7 people killed in the crash.
📹: Khadejeh Nikouyeh
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- SWAT on the scene in east Charlotte, NC neighborhood
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- SWAT was on the scene at Winsor Park in east Charlotte on Wednesday. This is a developing story.
Check the link in bio for an update.
📹: Amber Gaudet
#swat #charlotte
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- Talking Preps: The season finale show
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- We wrap up the NCHSAA state finals, discuss whether West Charlotte should try to get former Lions' star and Panthers' head coach Steve Wilks, plus our way too early statewide rankings and what the guys are thankful for this holiday season
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- Week 16: vs Buccaneers (What happened in New Orleans? + Playoff scenarios)
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Charlotte Observer reporters Mike Kaye (https://www.charlotteobserver.com/profile/265883491) and Alex Zietlow (https://www.charlotteobserver.com/profile/263982461/) on what happened in the Superdome as the Panthers lost again to the Saints. Then, they look at playoff scenarios and what the team needs to do to beat Tampa Bay.
(6:40): What happened against the Saints?
(11:35): Does there need to be a change at play-calling?
(19:28): What do the Panthers need to do to get into the playoffs?
(29:40): Buccaneers vs. Panthers predictions
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- NFL Week 16: Buccaneers vs. Panthers (What happened in New Orleans? + Playoff scenarios)
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Charlotte Observer reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow on what happened in the Superdome as the Panthers lost again to the Saints. Then, they look at playoff scenarios and what the team needs to do to beat Tampa Bay.
(6:40): What happened against the Saints?
(11:35): Does there need to be a change at play-calling?
(19:28): What do the Panthers need to do to get into the playoffs?
(29:40): Buccaneers vs. Panthers predictions
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- Charlotte, NC mother found in vehicle remembered as ‘bubbly’ and ‘always happy’
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Frezja Matisse Baker was supposed to meet a friend for dinner on Dec. 4, but she didn’t show up. Police found her body in a car on Dec. 9.
Family and friends say Baker was "bubbly" and "always happy."
Here's what we know about her case.
🔗 More at the link in bio.
📹: Zach Dennis
#frezjabaker #charlotte
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- New charges accuse ex-Charlotte brewery owner of injuring man by grabbing his genitals
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Allegations and new charges against Sycamore Brewing co-founder Justin Brigham have led to widespread fallout for the popular brewery.
We explain new charges and the latest updates on the case.
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📹: Emily Broyles
#sycamorebrewing #sycamore #charlotte #nc
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- Charlotte, NC students get gift from Vans after video surprising teacher went viral
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Vans representatives surprised a senior English class on Thursday at Providence High School in Charlotte with swag bags that included a gift certificate for a free pair of Vans shoes.
“It's cool how it's kind of gone full circle,” said student Scarlett Spohn.
The students surprised their teacher, Jeff Swicegood, earlier this month with Christmas Vans. His reaction went viral on TikTok.
“I never thought that a pair of shoes and a wonderful group of kids would lead to all of this,” Swicegood said.
📹: Tracy Kimball
#charlotte #vans #viral
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- See "Change at the G: How Garinger High School broke a 48-game losing streak" trailer
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- For the Garinger Wildcats, a new era has arrived, led by one man with an unwavering belief: Coach Jupiter Wilson. "Change at the G: How Garinger High School broke a 48-game losing streak" is more than a football story—it has lots to say about courage, perseverance, commitment, and dignity.
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- Hough players, coach, speak to the media after winning the state title Thursday
- Date posted
- 1 month ago
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- Hough, which opened in 2010, won its first NCHSAA state football championship Thursday in Chapel Hill. Afterward the Huskies met with the media
