Charlotte Observer
Ardrey Kell girls soccer stops Ballantyne Ridge, eyes 6th straight league title
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- Ardrey Kell girls soccer stops Ballantyne Ridge, eyes 6th straight league title
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- 4 hours ago
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- Junior Mina Agajan's second-half goal broke up a tight game and lifted Ardrey Kell past Ballantyne Ridge, moving the Knights two wins away from a sixth straight conference title.
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- Quail Hollow mansion for sale
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- 8 hours ago
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- The Quail Hollow mansion of the late LendingTree founder Doug Lebda is for sale for $15 million. The high-profile Charlotte executive died in an all-terrain vehicle crash in October 2025.
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- Rally outside Mecklenburg courthouse protests Duke Energy’s proposed rate hike
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- 9 hours ago
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- Concerned residents and advocacy groups rallied outside the Mecklenburg County Courthouse in Charlotte on April 29, 2026, ahead of a North Carolina Utilities Commission hearing on Duke Energy’s request to raise residential electric bills by about 18%.
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- Dale Earnhardt’s legacy is alive and well in Kannapolis, NC
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- 10 hours ago
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- On what would have been Dale Earnhardt’s 75th birthday, Kannapolis residents reflect on the racing legend’s deep hometown roots, enduring influence, and the family legacy that still shapes the community.
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- Take a look at Market on Morehead with Rail Trail, Jumbotron views
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- 11 hours ago
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- Market on Morehead is bringing room for a crowd, high-tech touches and an upscale menu to the area where uptown and South End Charlotte connect.
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- A review of the 'big back food' at Gouda’s Loaded Kitchen
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- 14 hours ago
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- We tried “big back food” at Gouda’s Loaded Kitchen in Charlotte. Here’s what $25 gets you at this loaded fries and comfort food spot.
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- Parents push for crosswalk on busy Tyvola Road near Collinswood Language Academy
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- 1 day ago
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- A Collinswood Language Academy parent is urging Charlotte leaders to add a crosswalk on Tyvola Road, saying the busy stretch is unsafe for families trying to walk or bike to the school and its athletic field.
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- Batman of Charlotte turns TikTok fame into community work
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- 1 day ago
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- Whether it’s volunteering to pick up trash off the streets or battling members of his rogues gallery, Batman of Charlotte — D.J. Jones — is trying to make his city a better place.
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- Orrman’s Cheese Shop hosts Raclette Night at Charlotte shop
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- 1 day ago
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- Orrman’s Cheese Shop is hosting its regular Raclette Night in Charlotte, featuring the Swiss-French tradition of melting raclette cheese and scraping it over boiled potatoes with charcuterie, pickles, and bread.
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- CMS board rejects superintendent’s $2.1B budget, demands revised draft in two weeks
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- 1 day ago
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- After voting down Superintendent Crystal Hill’s proposed $2.1 billion budget, the CMS board ordered a new version within two weeks. Hill asked for specific guidance on what to amend, but Board Chair Stephanie Sneed said details would be addressed later and adjourned the meeting.
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- Eerie screams heard in woods near Shelby, North Carolina
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- 1 day ago
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- Social media debates source of screams recorded by Jeanine Cramer-Haddow of Shelby, NC.
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- Elizabeth Creamery offers handmade ice cream in Charlotte
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- 1 day ago
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- Elizabeth Creamery serves up old school charm along with handmade ice cream in Charlotte.
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- Grading the Carolina Panthers' draft class + Sam Hecht joins the show
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- 2 days ago
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- Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow break down the entire NFL Draft class for the Panthers, starting with 19th overall pick Monroe Freeling (2:15).
Then, Panthers 5th round pick Sam Hecht joins the show to talk about his journey to the NFL (20:45) before the guys finish up the draft class and also discuss impact from the team's UDFA signings (31:35).
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- Grading the Carolina Panthers' draft class + Sam Hecht joins the show
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- 2 days ago
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- Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow break down the entire NFL Draft class for the Panthers, starting with 19th overall pick Monroe Freeling (2:15).
Then, Panthers 5th round pick Sam Hecht joins the show to talk about his journey to the NFL (20:45) before the guys finish up the draft class and also discuss impact from the team's UDFA signings (31:35).
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- Rep. Alma Adams of NC reportedly faced ethics investigation into staff relationship
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- 7 days ago
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- An accusation of an improper relationship between Rep. Alma Adams and her deputy chief of staff was the subject of an ethics probe. https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/politics-government/article315505600.html?utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube
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- Scientists have identified 'Golden Orb' found off Alaska coast
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- 8 days ago
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- In 2023, during the Seascape Alaska 5 expedition, scientists found a golden specimen adhered to a rocky outcropping at a depth of nearly two miles. After more than two years of investigation, scientists have solved the mystery of the “golden orb,” identifying it as the remnants of a giant deep-sea anemone.
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- Take a look inside The ChangeBaker, a spot for coffee, community
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- 8 days ago
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- Manolo's Bakery owner Manolo Betancur and his wife, Leidy Ospina, have opened The ChangeBaker near the bakery. The new cafe offers coffee drinks, pastries and plenty of spaces to gather.
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- See a silo that a North Carolina couple turned into a popular short-term rental
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- 8 days ago
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- Tom and Betty Flohr show off their 858-square-foot “Cedar Street Silo” short-term rental in downtown Lincolnton aimed at adding more lodging options for local events.
✍️: Joe Marusak
📹 : Khadejeh Nikouyeh
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- Where to go when late night cravings call in Charlotte
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- 8 days ago
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- We curated a guide to 30+ restaurants in Charlotte offering late-night food and drink service. Check it out at CharlotteFive.com.
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- Mosquitoes are officially back. Here’s how to avoid bites and diseases
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- 8 days ago
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- North Carolina had its first West Nile Virus case since 2022 last summer, but experts say not to panic as mosquito season starts up again. Here are some tips on how to prevent getting bitten.
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- Blumenthal Arts welcomes Broadway's biggest hits for 2026-27 season
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- 9 days ago
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- The upcoming 2026-27 season for Blumenthal Arts features an action packed lineup bursting with iconic stories, audience favorites, new productions, and award winning titles from Broadway.
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- Where do the Panthers go on draft night? + Eli Stowers joins the show
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- 9 days ago
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- Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow break down how the team sets the table at the NFL Draft this week (4:00) as well as ask whether or not they go WR or TE early. (17:30)
Then, Vanderbilt TE Eli Stowers joins the show (21:20) before the guys talk about Mike's new mock draft to close the show. (36:20)
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- Where do the Panthers go on draft night? + Eli Stowers joins the show
- Date posted
- 9 days ago
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- Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow break down how the team sets the table at the NFL Draft this week (4:00) as well as ask whether or not they go WR or TE early. (17:30)
Then, Vanderbilt TE Eli Stowers joins the show (21:20) before the guys talk about Mike's new mock draft to close the show. (36:20)
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- A sneak peek inside Grey's Diner & Community Kitchen in Charlotte
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- 9 days ago
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- The Plaza Midwood space where Mattie's Diner once sat is now Grey's Diner & Community Kitchen, a new restaurant from Michelin-recommended and James Beard semifinalist chef Sam Diminich.
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- Adults who encouraged fight during Winston-Salem park mass shooting will face charges
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- 9 days ago
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- Investigators say no additional suspects are being sought after the Winston-Salem park shooting. Police and prosecutors plan to charge adults who stood by and encouraged or aided the fight that led to the violence.
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- Top NC and SC varsity football teams to converge on BOA stadium
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- 9 days ago
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- Top varsity football teams in North and South Carolina will compete in the Carolina Panthers Keep Pounding High School Classic at Bank of America Stadium on Saturday, Aug. 29, 2026 in Charlotte.
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- West Side Fish Fry has great people and even better fish
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- 9 days ago
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- The West Side Fish Fry took place on Saturday at West Complex, full of good food, good people and good vibes.
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- CMPD officer body slams a teenager at West Charlotte High School
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- 9 days ago
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- The school resource officer who body-slammed a girl at West Charlotte High School last year was suspended without pay for excessive force, according to a letter from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department to the girl’s family. Officer Hasun Rogers “slammed” freshman Ke’Nadie Cathey to the ground, on her back and head,” according to the letter signed by Chief Estella Patterson and Internal Affairs Maj. Brian Trull. She “immediately lost consciousness and experienced a seizure as a result,” the letter said.
The suspension was the result of an internal affairs investigation. An attorney for the girl’s family, Michael Littlejohn, shared the March 10 letter with The Charlotte Observer. CMPD declined to comment. Video of Rogers body-slamming Cathey circulated online shortly after the incident in late October, and Cathey’s family later said at a press conference that she suffered a subdural hematoma, a type of brain bleed.
✍️: Ryan Oehrli<...
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- POV: You’re back in the 2007-08 Charlotte area drought
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- 9 days ago
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- Charlotte and surrounding communities are currently implementing voluntary water restrictions amid persistently dry weather. Below-average rainfall since September has caused the 11 reservoirs in the Catawba-Wateree Basin — and the streams that feed into them — to deplete below normal levels, the local Drought Management Advisory Group said in a news release last Thursday.
The region has faced severe water shortages before. Back in 2007-2008, Charlotte suffered its worst drought. This timeline revisits the moments that defined the drought across the Charlotte region.
✍️: Nick Sullivan, Clayton Hanson
📹 : Diamond Vences
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- Jeff Peterson on playoff motivation, Coby White’s future and LaMelo Ball’s growth
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- 9 days ago
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- In his 2025-26 exit interview, Hornets GM Jeff Peterson praises Coby White’s impact, LaMelo Ball’s durability and growth along with coach Charles Lee’s steady leadership.
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- Hough High QB Ethan Royal on confidence and winning another state title
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- 9 days ago
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- Ethan Royal, standout varsity football quarterback at Hough High School, talks about putting in the work on the football field to win another NCHSAA state title. Head football coach DeShawn Baker said his team feeds off Royal.
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- Kura Revolving Sushi Bar coming soon to Charlotte
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- 10 days ago
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- Kura Sushi, a revolving sushi concept will replace Pearlz Oyster Bar in Charlotte's Ballantyne neighborhood, offering nigiri, fried wontons, noodle bowls and tech-driven dining.
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- Allergy-friendly Artisen Gelato in Matthews
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- 13 days ago
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- Tristan Scoops Charlotte: When you visit Artisen Gelato, you can tell why CharlotteFive readers voted it as the city's best ice cream spot. Its coconut-milk based gelato is a dairy-free alternative that's vegan and allergen-friendly, so everyone can enjoy a treat.
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- "We are built for this moment," says Hornets' Lee ahead of game tonight against Orlando
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- 13 days ago
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- Hornets head coach Charles Lee talks about team's preparation heading into tonight's play-in tournament game againt the Magic.
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- "Just worry about today," says Hornets' Ball ahead of game against Magic
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- 13 days ago
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- Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball talks to media ahead of play-in tournament game tonight against Orlando.
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- WATCH: Charlotte Catholic girls' soccer is No. 3 in America
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- 13 days ago
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- Charlotte Catholic girls' soccer stars Mary Martin Spinner and Marguerite McPhillips talk about the Cougars' hot start and their national ranking.
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- Hornets coach Lee talks about match-up against Orlando
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- 13 days ago
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- Hornets head coach Charles Lee talks about the Magic and Miles Bridges ahead of their play-in tournament game on Friday.
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- Where to find cheap drinks?
- Date posted
- 14 days ago
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- Where are your favorite places to find cheap drinks around Charlotte?
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- Davidson’s Charlise Dunn makes history, drafted by Toronto Tempo with No. 36 pick
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- 14 days ago
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- Davidson guard Charlise Dunn became the program’s first WNBA Draft pick, selected 36th overall by the Toronto Tempo after a decorated three-year Wildcats career.
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- Franklin Graham describes “a sign of God’s blessing” for Trump
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- 14 days ago
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- At President Trump’s 2017 inauguration, Franklin Graham delivered a prayer. He mentioned that rain in the Bible is “a sign of God’s blessing” and prayed for blessings upon Trump’s family, his administration, and the nation.
The NC evangelist took to social media Thursday to express solidarity with President Donald Trump amid widespread backlash over recent posts by the president. Trump shared an AI-generated image to his Truth Social platform late Sunday that depicted him as a Jesus-like figure in robes with light emitting from him as he laid hands on a man in a hospital bed.
Graham wrote on social media that he believes Trump’s explanation for the post and that the president’s “enemies are always foaming at the mouth at any possible opportunity to make him look bad.”
✍️: Mary Ramsey
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- Another case against ‘Operation Charlotte’s Web’ activist dropped
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- 14 days ago
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- Federal prosecutors are dropping a case against a man who followed U.S. Border Patrol agents during “Operation Charlotte’s Web.” Joshua Long followed and logged federal agents during their brief but intense campaign in the Queen City last year.
On Nov. 18, agents cornered Long in a parking lot after he had been documenting them, pointed a gun at him and arrested him, then held him in an FBI office for about six hours, he and others previously told The Charlotte Observer.
✍️: Ryan Oehrli
📹 : Khadejeh Nikouyeh
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- The airline marks 100 years of service with celebration at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
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- 15 days ago
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- The celebration was one of several centennial events held at major hubs across the country.
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- Spoelstra thought LaMelo Ball should have been kicked out. Instead, he won the game
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- 15 days ago
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- LaMelo Ball said he was hit in the head and “didn’t really know where I was” after a late collision with Bam Adebayo, apologized for the play, and said he planned to check on Adebayo following Charlotte’s overtime play-in win over Miami.
Scott Fowler writes that if it had been up to Miami head coach Erik Spoelstra, Ball wouldn’t have stayed in the game.
Read more from Fowler at the link in bio.
📹: Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez
#charlotte #hornets #miami #nba
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- Charles Lee praises Hornets’ grit after overtime win vs. Heat
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- 15 days ago
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- Hornets head coach Charles Lee highlighted his team’s maturity, late-game execution, and togetherness after Charlotte’s overtime win against Miami, pointing to a key out-of-bounds set and a decisive final defensive play.
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- "They're really fun to watch," say Hornets fans ahead of their play-in tournament game
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- 15 days ago
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- Hornets fans are excited for the team as they have their first chance in ten years to make it to the playoffs.
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- Could Panthers draft a WR in 1st round... again? + Mitchell Evans joins the show
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- 16 days ago
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- Charlotte Observer's Carolina Panthers beat reporters Mike Kaye and Alex Zietlow break down what Dan Morgan said in his pre-draft press conference (1:29), plus an exclusive interview with tight end Mitchell Evans (14:02).
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- Carvaggio exhibit coming to Mint Museum in Charlotte
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- 16 days ago
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- The Mint Museum in Charlotte is bringing us another blockbuster exhibition that spotlights the art world’s first influencer.
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- SC Sen. Graham says pope isn’t taking threat of ‘religious Nazis’ in Iran seriously
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- 17 days ago
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- While in Rock Hill on Monday for a meeting with pastors at Oakdale Baptist Church, South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham responded to President Donald Trump’s criticisms of Pope Leo XIV's calls for peace in Iran, saying the pope doesn't understand the "evil nature" of the Iranian regime and called Iran "religious Nazis."
📹: John Marks
#iran #war #popeleo #trump #lindseygraham
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- Charlotte's Bishop Martin: Evangelization is sharing joy (even when it’s rejected)
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- 17 days ago
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- On Ash Wednesday, Bishop Martin of the Charlotte Diocese explained evangelization as something natural: sharing the joy of encountering Jesus, like showing friends photos from a beautiful experience. He acknowledged the fear of rejection, but reminded us that Jesus was rejected too and called Christians to witness through love rooted in “something greater than ourselves.”
Since then, the Bishop has expressed support for Pope Leo XIV after President Donald Trump targeted the church’s leader in a lengthy social media post late Sunday. Martin called for peace through faith “even between national leaders who are in conflict.”
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- Coach Charles Lee on Charlotte Hornets' outlook
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- 17 days ago
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- Charlotte Hornets coach Charles Lee weighs in on his team's outlook and progress after Sunday's win against the New York Knicks.
