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Special counsel Jack Smith has been consulting with other officials inside the Justice Department about the case, which accuses Donald Trump of leading a conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election.

Thursday night's Game 6 of the NBA finals moves to Oakland, Calif. — home to defending champions the Golden State Warriors. The Toronto Raptors are looking to win their first championship.

Former Trump trade adviser Peter Navarro faces two criminal charges for refusing to hand over documents and testify about the January 6 attack.

Democratic enthusiasm was up in Texas, but it's still a very Republican state. Statewide, Democrats face an uphill climb, but in key suburban House races, they could make gains.

The defendants are Oath Keepers founder Stewart Rhodes and four other members of the far-right group.

Hamas hailed the attack without claiming responsibility, calling it a "natural response to the occupation's crimes against our people."

Navy pilot. Pentagon staff officer. Foreign service member. A 34-year-old public radio intern. Marketplace host. These are a few of the jobs Kai Ryssdal has had over his career. He'll talk about his journey, what makes Marketplace so popular, the economy and more at WFAE's online event.

Proceeds will benefit WFAE's local news, Charlotte Talks, podcasts and other projects. Event options include dinner for two or a gift box of food, wine and beer for 10. Either choice will be delivered to your home. A portion of your ticket purchase will be tax-deductible.

About Kai Ryssdal

Five things you may not know about Kai:

1. Interviewed President Obama in an equipment shed at a solar farm in Nevada.
2. Finishes writing the open about 10 minutes before Marketplace goes on the air.
3. Flew surveillance planes from an aircraft carrier.
4. Posted in Ottawa and Beijing as a member of the foreign service.
5. Say 'yes' when you're trying to get your foot in the door or starting over in a new career.

What is Marketplace?

It's a business program that makes sense of the economy for everyone. No economics degree or finance background required.

Don't miss your chance to hear Kai's stories and thoughts about the economy.

Presenting Sponsor
Bank of America

Supporting Sponsor
Northeastern University Charlotte

Additional support provided by:

• GreerWalker CPAs & Advisors
• Fifth Third Bank
• Lowe's Home Improvement
• U.S. Bank

Speaker Intensive November 6, 2021 - 8:00 AM EST NASCAR Hall of Fame Charlotte, NC The 2021 NSA Carolinas Chapter Speaker Intensive is set for Saturday, Nov. 6 at NASCAR Hall of Fame, Charlotte NC! This in-person event is designed for speakers of all levels to help take their message and speaking business to the next level! Our featured programs for the Speaker Intensive experience focus on practical and actionable ways from industry-leading voices to create an impactful and memorable message as well as how to use dynamic marketing tools to ensure you aren’t the best kept secret! Jane Jenkins Herlong, CSP, CPAE, will lead us through how to creatively and strategically craft your keynote message. Whether you are designing your signature keynote or have given it dozens of times, Jane’s approach will give you new perspective that will ensure your message drives the impact you desire for your audience. Once you have that message to share, how will you get the word out? Barbara Rozgonyi is an expert in the marketing and promotion industry and will lay out a scalable and repeatable system to increase awareness and interest in you and your message. If you are serious about accelerating your professional speaking business, you won’t want to miss this NSA Carolinas Chapter event! There will be several networking opportunities during the day and much more! Make sure to take advantage of the Early-Bird pricing! Speaker Intensive Agenda :: Saturday, 11/6 8A Networking Breakfast/Coffee 9A Welcome and President’s Message 9:30A “What Are You Saying?” How to Design Your Keynote 10:40A “Building Your Visibility!” Scalable Promotional Strategies 11:45A Networking Lunch 12:30P Surprise Message! 1:30P Closing Remarks

“Rice Culture in South Carolina, Past and Present," presented by Amanda McNulty, Producer/Host of SCETV’s “Making It Grow”

Rice culture shaped the society and health of freed and enslaved South Carolinians. Today, breeding has brought back the original "Carolina Gold" rice which at one time gave SC the highest per capita income in the world; further crosses have introduced even more choices based on the historic standouts.

To attend via Zoom, register via this link: bit.ly/3EThCa6

Join Carolina Panthers Head Coach Frank Reich for a Saturday morning your family will never forget!

It starts when you and your child experience the thrill of stepping onto the field where the Carolina Panthers practice. You’ll spend the next few hours connecting with your kids – with plenty of fun and interactive family moments plus some practical fatherhood tips you can take home and put into practice.

The All Pro Dad Experience is recommended for Elementary + Middle School aged children. 1 ticket is required per family with up to 6 children.

Join UNC Charlotte’s Atkins Library and the Levine Museum of the New South for a discussion on the historical and social injustices caused by environmental disturbance in Charlotte as explored through the Climate Inequality CLT digital project. The event will be on Tuesday, September 26, at 6:00 p.m. in McKnight Hall on the campus of UNC Charlotte.
Panelists will connect and discuss parallels between pollution, displacement and forced migration in Charlotte’s Historically Black Communities, urban renewal, environmental racism of the past and what it means for residents today. 
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A night of history and beer! Did you know there are over 75 breweries in Charlotte? Join the Levine Museum for a historical discussion all about how Charlotte became a brewery center featuring Daniel Hartis, author of Charlotte Beer: A History of Brewing in the Queen City. Enjoy a curated beer tasting and participate in themed trivia!

Doors open at 6:30 PM | Program begins at 7:00 PM

Admission + Tasting $30 | Admission $15

Free Range Brewing – 2320 North Davidson Street Charlotte, NC 28205

Row. Honor. Remember. Join Sugar Creek Brewing Company, Crossfit Mecklenburg, and 24 Foundation to pull together for the cancer community at the 6th Annual Michelle's Mighty Mission 24,000 Meter Row. Come be part of the crew dedicated to the pain and suffering that people all over the world endure every day while fighting cancer. All are welcome, and participants must be age 8 or older to participate. Proceeds support 24 Foundation and our local cancer community.

Happy NC Science Festival month celebrating Science — Everyday, Everywhere, Everyone! STEM Trek is a free family event for all ages! Explore fun STEM careers while participating in hands-on activities provided by local businesses highlighting STEM career options, plus a job fair for adults. The event is engaging for children and adults alike! This year STEM Trek will be located at the Hickory Metro Convention Center on April 16th from 3 – 6 PM! Find more NCSciFest events at www.ncsciencefestival.org.

Why has modernity become the age of genocide? This presentation will explore the idea that genocide is a byproduct of organizing ourselves into a global order of states and therefore a structural dysfunction. Featuring Martin Shuster, Ph.D., Professor of Philosophy and the Isaac Swift Distinguished Professor of Jewish Studies at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte│capitalismstudies.charlotte.edu
Tuesday, Jan. 13; 6 p.m. at Independent Picture House (4237 Raleigh St, Charlotte);

Robin Thede is the creator and star of HBO's A Black Lady Sketch Show, which is nominated for five Emmys this year. But, what does she know about Bob Ross' Joy of Painting, a white dude painting show?

Because of past administrative failures, the some 78,000 affected public service workers such as nurses and teachers never got the relief they were entitled to under the law, Biden said.

The panel would include 10 members, evenly split between Democratic and Republican appointees. It would have subpoena power and be required to issue a final report by Dec. 31.

The bipartisan measure, approved by the House, failed to win enough votes to overcome a GOP filibuster. The plan called for an independent body styled on the one that investigated the 9/11 attacks.

The final report released by the House panel investigating the Jan. 6 U.S. Capitol attack details criminal referrals against former President Donald Trump and a path forward for its findings.