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Rep. Elise Stefanik's outspoken defense of Donald Trump after Jan. 6 has roiled a pro-democracy group funded by Congress where she's a board member. Some staff members are sharing their concerns.

One week ago, House Bill 2 was repealed and replaced by House Bill 142. And a lot has happened since then.The NCAA and ACC have each said championship…

The reigning world champion is the first woman to stick the landing after two flips and three full twists. Biles also made history by performing a double-double dismount off the balance beam Friday.

After three months without anyone winning the top prize in the lottery, a ticket worth an estimated $1.22 billion was sold in California for the drawing Friday night.

Charlotte approves a new land-use map to guide the next 20 years of growth and gives preliminary approval to a new property tax for the SouthPark area. CMS leaders propose what they call a “significant investment” in struggling students. The man accused of killing CATS driver Ethan Rivera is indicted. And Duke faces UNC in the Final Four.

On the Charlotte Talks local news roundup, early voting for Charlotte city elections is underway. Public safety concerns escalate here following the July 4th shooting in Highland Park. CMPD Chief Johnny Jennings defends police actions after a high speed chase, and the driver shortages at CATS continue. Those stories and more.

Turkey's justice minister also called on the United States to stop protecting a cleric living in Pennsylvania who has been accused by the Turkish government of orchestrating the coup.

Some 2,000 people have been displaced, according to one humanitarian group's estimate. But there are hopeful signs. Puerto Rico's utility says roughly 80% of its customers have their electricity back.

The Toronto Blue Jays shook off their epic 18-inning loss to even the World Series in Game 4. Ohtani redefined the concept of short rest by taking the mound just more than 17 hours after Game 3.

Fox Corp. CEO Lachlan Murdoch says the brand is strong. Fox News faces a blockbuster defamation lawsuit over its repeated broadcasting of baseless election-fraud claims in 2020.

Some Charlotte City Council members continue to have second thoughts about the elimination single-family zoning in Charlotte, nearly six months after the new ordinance took effect.

Northeastern University in Charlotte announces the Fall 2022 installment of its speaker series to be held Wednesday, September 28. Mental Health is Everyone’s Business: Why Team Members Deserve Support will be tailored around mental health in the workplace and feature expert insight from leaders throughout the Charlotte area.

Claire Donnelly, health reporter and host of FAQ City Podcast at WFAE, will moderate the discussion. The event will be held in the Kearney Solarium and Silverman Pavilion at Foundation for the Carolinas. A reception will kick off the evening at 5 p.m. with the discussion to follow from 6 to 7 p.m. Professionals from the healthcare, nonprofit, human resources and education fields will offer their perspectives and experience, covering all aspects of mental health.

The US Veterans Hall of Fame National Induction Ceremony for the Class of 2022 will be held in Concord (Charlotte), North Carolina on Saturday November 5th at 6PM.

This annual event and fundraiser will honor seven (7) distinguished veterans for their service while in uniform, and additionally the work they do to ensure a better nation post-military. The event will include a silent auction, dinner and entertainment by the Army 208th Band.

Tickets and pricing are available on the organization's website. Corporate sponsorship opportunities are available.

A discounted hotel rate is featured as well.

Bring your besties or someone special to a festive outdoor screening of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation on December 3! The Ballantyne Movie Series concludes this December with a screening of the holiday favorite, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. The classic flick begins at 7 p.m. and is rated PG-13, so treat yourself to a parent's night out, friend outing or date night! Admission is $20 per vehicle and proceeds benefit Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina. Attendees must purchase a ticket online. Spaces are limited. Enjoy bites and brews from International Truck of Tacos and Sycamore Brewing in the Cullman Building parking lot from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Sycamore Brewing is serving red and white wine. Outside food and drinks are not permitted at this event — thank you for supporting our local food and beverage vendors. We recommend leaving the kids at home — enjoy dinner, wine, beer and a PG-13 flick with adults!

Please join the Wells Fargo Center for Community Engagement, Queens Faculty, and UNC Charlotte Political Science Faculty for a voter education web series: Election 2020 Lunch & Learn: The Issues, The Offices & Your Informed Vote.

September 22: What does this office actually do? An explanation of each office on the ballot – Dr. Mary Jo Gowan Shepherd, UNC Charlotte Political Science Faculty

September 29: Foreign Policy – Dr. Alexa Royden, Queens Political Science Faculty

October 6: Environmental policy – Dr. Mark Kelso, Queens Political Science Faculty

October 13: Social justice / Diversity / Equity – Darryl White, Sr., Rabbi Judy Schindler, & Reverend Joey Hanes, Queens Faith Leaders, DICE, and faculty

October 20: Health Care/ Health Disparities – Dr. Susan Rucker, Queens Interprofesional Health Studies Faculty

October 27: Immigration Policy – Dr. Maggie Commins, Queens Political Science Faculty

Join Charlotte Pride Band (CPB) in our return to the concert stage – “Concert in the Park.”! We'll be performing from the bandshell in Charlotte's Freedom Park on Saturday, August 14th at 6pm. Bring friends, family, and a picnic. FREE ADMISSION. Musical selections include a medley of movie hits by John Williams, a a spirited Spanish march entitled “Amparito Roca,” Percy Grainger’s “Lincolnshire Posy,” Richard Strauss’s fanfare “Also Sprach Zaranthrustra” best known as the theme in “2001: A Space Odyssey,” and Appalachian melodies “Blue Ridge Reel” and "Kentucky 1800.” The ensemble is led by artistic director Dr. John Ross, director of bands at Appalachian State University. CPB has approximately 50 members drawn from the greater Charlotte’s LGBTQIA community and ally supporters. Freedom Park is located at 1900 East Blvd. For a map of the park see: https://www.mecknc.gov/ParkandRec/Parks/ParksByRegion/Documents/freedom-1.pdf. For more information about the band see: www.charlotteprideband.org.

Along a roadside in Greer, South Carolina, a monument inscribes a memory of Cherokee resistance in stone. Installed by the United Daughters of the Confederacy in 1933, the monument memorializes the 1776 “Hampton Massacre” involving the ancestors of South Carolina’s Redeemer, Governor Wade Hampton III. This presentation by Dr. Evan Nooe, USC Lancaster Assistant Professor of History, will consider how the Hampton family and South Carolinians remembered Native resistance and the role of violence in creating community.

To attend the lecture in person, please call (803) 313-7172 or email usclnasp@mailbox.sc.edu to reserve your spot.

To attend via Zoom, register via this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpdO6spz8pHNMe31kfQC7y7dKowajTkt19

Visit the Gantt for an exclusive performance featuring world-class musicians, Stacy Dillard Quartet, on November 17 and 18, with performances at 6:00 and 8:30.

Modern jazz musicians from New York City, playing straight-ahead jazz, is the focus of this monthly series. These rising stars represent the invaluable contributions Black people continue to make to the cultural fabric of America and worldwide.

This series showcasing brilliant jazz artists, is created and produced by premier jazz drummer, Ocie Davis. Davis explains "Jazz @ The Gantt is an approach to jazz music. I want to explore the influence jazz has had on the world..."

“Princess Fearless” is an empowering story with a positive message for young people and will be performed at Matthews Playhouse September 23- October 2, 2022.

📣ACT NOW to receive our BOGO (Buy-One-Get-One FREE) ticket discount! Our BOGO offer will automatically be applied to all orders at checkout.

Performances​
Friday, September 23rd @ 7:30pm
Saturday, September 24th @ 11:00am
Special outdoor show @ Stumptown Park​
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Sunday, September 25th @ 2:00pm​
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Friday, September 30th @ 7:30pm
Saturday, October 1st @ 6:00pm
Sunday, October 2nd @ 2:00pm

Tickets range between $10 - $18 per person and can be purchased here.

Youth Orchestras of Charlotte performs American classics live in the Robert Haywood Morrison Atrium. Presented by Bank of America

5-9 PM, 6:30 PM performance | Free, cash bar

Instagram: @youthorchestrasofcharlotte
Website: https://www.youthorchestrasofcharlotte.org/

Wednesday Night Live includes free admission to the museums (Mint Museum, Bechtler and Harvey B. Gantt Center) from 5 to 9 p.m. every Wednesday, as well as live entertainment or programming at one of the five participating institutions each week. For more information about Wednesday Night Live and to view the current schedule, please visit www.wednesdaynightliveclt.com or follow them @WedNightLiveCLT on Facebook and Instagram.