WFAE’s Tommy Tomlinson is hosting a SouthBound Live event this week. To get the full experience, you have to come, listen and engage. In his "On My Mind" commentary, Tomlinson reflects on how that may be challenging since just going out and seeing people has become a fight against inertia.
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The death of former Charlotte City Council member Lynn Wheeler marks the end of an era in the city. WFAE’s Tommy Tomlinson, in his "On My Mind" commentary, explains.
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Charlotte could make it through another winter without snow — extending a historical streak of snowless days. WFAE’s Tommy Tomlinson, in his "On My Mind commentary," wonders about more long-term changes.
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This week we set aside a day to be thankful for things. WFAE’s Tommy Tomlinson, in his "On My Mind" commentary, says we should remember to be thankful for people who keep the world spinning while we celebrate.
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The owner of Brooks’ Sandwich House, an iconic Charlotte hamburger restaurant, is selling the property where they’ve operated for 50 years. WFAE’s Tommy Tomlinson, in his "On My Mind" commentary, says it’s a moment to consider how Charlotte continues to change.
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By now you might not have any candy left in the stash from Halloween night. But WFAE’s Tommy Tomlinson, in his "On My Mind" commentary, says other pleasures will stick around much longer.
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North Carolina legislators have approved new congressional maps that give Republicans a big advantage in elections for the U.S. House. WFAE’s Tommy Tomlinson, in his "On My Mind" commentary, says there’s an easier — and fairer — way.
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For some, scars aren't just Halloween costumes. One activist asks us to think twice before using them.
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Kids ask a lot of questions. Sometimes the questions are so good they require some further reflection. WFAE’s Tommy Tomlinson, in his "On My Mind" commentary, talks about one such recent sidewalk moment.
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North Carolina representatives played a range of roles in the short tenure of Kevin McCarthy as U.S. House speaker. WFAE’s Tommy Tomlinson, in his "On My Mind" commentary, says one in particular is fighting a partisan tide.
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An important player in Charlotte’s civic evolution passed away last week. WFAE’s Tommy Tomlinson, in his "On My Mind" commentary, says she was special for how she went about changing our city.
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A proposal to expand legal gambling in North Carolina got dropped from the state budget in last-minute negotiations. WFAE’s Tommy Tomlinson, in his "On My Mind" commentary, says it might just delay the inevitable.
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The turnout for Charlotte’s primary elections on Tuesday was, in a word, abysmal. WFAE’s Tommy Tomlinson, in his "On My Mind" commentary, looks at some of the reasons.