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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Superintendent Crystal Hill's budget plan seeks an $82.6 million bump from the county for raises, student laptops, building maintenance and other rising costs.

The production of opium in Myanmar has flourished since the military's seizure of power as the faltering economy has led more people toward the drug trade, according to a new United Nations report.

In an upsurge of Mideast violence, Israeli soldiers kill at least six armed Palestinians in raids in the West Bank and Gaza Strip. It was the first Israeli incursion deep inside the Gaza Strip since it withdrew settlers and troops from there last year.

University Radio Foundation, Inc. doing business as WFAE Radio 90.7fm, 8801 J.M. Keynes Dr., Ste. 91 Charlotte, NC 28262 ("Sponsor" or "WFAE") invites you to tell us your favorite eligible nonprofit in our broadcast area. “Eligible non-profit” means a non-profit organization whose main offices are within WFAE’s broadcast area. “Eligible local non-profit” excludes any non-profit organizations that employ Sponsor’s employees (and their family members), Sponsor’s board members (and their family members), and businesses that are contractors or vendors to Sponsor. Vote for your favorite eligible local non-profit between 6:00:01 am Eastern Time on September 15, 2021 through 11:59:59 Eastern Time on September 15, 2021 by calling us at 704-549-9000 or at WFAE.org. We hope you will also take the opportunity to make a donation to WFAE, but no donation is required to vote.

Votes will be tallied in early July and the winning local non-profit will be offered one (1) WFAE sponsorship package worth $2500 in no-change sponsorship messages, valued at current rate card rates, with WFAE to be used prior to January 31, 2022. In the event of a tie between eligible local non-profits, WFAE will select a winner at random from among the tied entries. An alternate winner will be selected from remaining eligible non-profits if a potential winner is disqualified or declines the no charge sponsorship offer. Any voting errors or issues in connection with this promotion will be resolved according to WFAE’s records and judgment.

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Scenes from some of the most popular TikToks from the Global South in 2024: a dancing teen from the Philippines; an homage to Mr. Bean, that cute baby pygmy hippo.

NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Rep. Sean Maloney, D-N.Y., and member of the House Intelligence Committee, about the deposition the head of the U.S. Embassy in Ukraine.

So far this year, flu infections are way down in the Southern Hemisphere. Scientists want to know why — and what it means for the Northern Hemisphere as their flu season looms.

President-elect Trump's major cabinet nominations are in. Now it's up to the Senate to confirm them.

Two Duke men's basketball players — Michael Savarino and Paolo Banchero — were stopped Sunday morning near Hillsborough.

NPR's Scott Simon asks ESPN's Michele Steele about who will be in and who will be out of the men's and women's college basketball tourney.

Due to COVID-19 postponements, the races known collectively as the World Marathon Majors, are all scheduled from Sept. 26 to Nov.7. It's an unprecedented crunch for both runners and wheelchair racers.

Kansas is the overall No. 1 seed. North Carolina got another of the top spots. The other No. 1s, Virginia and Oregon, were considered surprises in some circles. The 68-team tournament starts Tuesday.

Join your Charlotte Symphony for a rousing salute to America with a night of patriotic favorites and tunes that celebrate America's unique musical traditions -- all topped off with a spectacular fireworks finale!

Christopher James Lees, conductor

TICKETS
Adults: $18 in advance / $25 at the gate
Youth (ages 13-18): $5 in advance / $7 at the gate
Children: Free (ticket required)

NEW THIS SEASON: Avoid the rush by subscribing to all 4 concerts! Our NEW Summer Pops subscription package features reserved pod-style spaces, front and center on the lawn. >> Learn more

SCHEDULE
5 PM: Gates open
7 PM: Prelude Performance
8:15 PM: Concert begins
9 PM: Fireworks begin

This popular shutterbug weekend includes presentations from top nature photographers, hands-on field courses, a friendly contest and the rare opportunity to photograph the mountain’s spectacular scenery before and after regular business hours.

This popular weekend welcomes all levels of photographers, making it fun and engaging no matter what your skill level is – while better connecting participants with the wonders and unique ecology of Grandfather Mountain. This year, more than ever, we hope to not only help participants learn about photography, but to also inspire them to preserve the natural world. Activities begin Friday evening and conclude Sunday midday. Registration opens April 9 at 10 a.m. and closes June 4 at 12 p.m. or when the event sells out. Advance registration required.

Explore the mountain after hours with your own personal guides during our Grandfather by Night series! You’ll discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, watch a stunning sunset (weather permitting) and experience the mountain as never before! The Twilight Hike version will include a hike after sunset to discuss and look for the creatures that are more active after the sun goes down. The group will explore a unique forest ecosystem from top to bottom in search of salamanders, owls, flying squirrels, fireflies and any other creatures they might come across. The Twilight Hike program is not accessible to guests with limited mobility. Participants signed up for this version will need to participate in the hike, as staying behind while the rest of the group hikes is not possible.

Explore the mountain after hours with your own personal guides during our Grandfather by Night series! You’ll discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, watch a stunning sunset (weather permitting) and experience the mountain as never before! The Twilight Hike version will include a hike after sunset to discuss and look for the creatures that are more active after the sun goes down. The group will explore a unique forest ecosystem from top to bottom in search of salamanders, owls, flying squirrels, fireflies and any other creatures they might come across. The Twilight Hike program is not accessible to guests with limited mobility. Participants signed up for this version will need to participate in the hike, as staying behind while the rest of the group hikes is not possible.

Explore the mountain after hours with your own personal guides during our Grandfather by Night series! You’ll discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, watch a stunning sunset (weather permitting) and experience the mountain as never before! The Twilight Hike version will include a hike after sunset to discuss and look for the creatures that are more active after the sun goes down. The group will explore a unique forest ecosystem from top to bottom in search of salamanders, owls, flying squirrels, fireflies and any other creatures they might come across. The Twilight Hike program is not accessible to guests with limited mobility. Participants signed up for this version will need to participate in the hike, as staying behind while the rest of the group hikes is not possible.

Explore the mountain after hours with your own personal guides during our Grandfather by Night series! You’ll discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, watch a stunning sunset (weather permitting) and experience the mountain as never before! The Twilight Hike version will include a hike after sunset to discuss and look for the creatures that are more active after the sun goes down. The group will explore a unique forest ecosystem from top to bottom in search of salamanders, owls, flying squirrels, fireflies and any other creatures they might come across. The Twilight Hike program is not accessible to guests with limited mobility. Participants signed up for this version will need to participate in the hike, as staying behind while the rest of the group hikes is not possible.

Explore the mountain after hours with your own personal guides during our Grandfather by Night series! You’ll discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, watch a stunning sunset (weather permitting) and experience the mountain as never before! The Twilight Hike version will include a hike after sunset to discuss and look for the creatures that are more active after the sun goes down. The group will explore a unique forest ecosystem from top to bottom in search of salamanders, owls, flying squirrels, fireflies and any other creatures they might come across. The Twilight Hike program is not accessible to guests with limited mobility. Participants signed up for this version will need to participate in the hike, as staying behind while the rest of the group hikes is not possible.

Explore the mountain after hours with your own personal guides during our Grandfather by Night series! You’ll discover some of the park’s nighttime wonders, watch a stunning sunset (weather permitting) and experience the mountain as never before! The Twilight Hike version will include a hike after sunset to discuss and look for the creatures that are more active after the sun goes down. The group will explore a unique forest ecosystem from top to bottom in search of salamanders, owls, flying squirrels, fireflies and any other creatures they might come across. The Twilight Hike program is not accessible to guests with limited mobility. Participants signed up for this version will need to participate in the hike, as staying behind while the rest of the group hikes is not possible.