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On the Local News Roundup: The time at hotels for former residents of the homeless encampment known as Tent City comes to an end. Mecklenburg County and Novant Health employees lose their jobs for not complying with COVID-19 vaccine requirements. And schools continue to be embroiled in mask mandate controversies.

Whether you're an independent musician or a DIY business owner, here are a few Charlotte tips to keep in mind: 1. Keep pounding (the pavement for opportunities) 2. Don't sell out (but make it sell). 3. Listen to the wise words (and beautiful R&B singer-songwriting) of entrepreneur artist Arsena Schroeder.

Police in Charlotte say they're still looking for the person who shot and killed a CATS bus driver over the weekend. Officers said road rage — which has been reported more often in Charlotte lately — contributed to the shooting.

House Republicans are struggling to find consensus on an immigration bill that can unify the GOP's ideological divide over how to address the legal status of people brought to the U.S. as children.

It's not what is in the legislation to upgrade roads and bridges — a topic that usually draws bipartisan support — but rather how the House Democrats tried to package it with a larger spending bill.

GIVĒON treats performance as therapy, pouring out his heart like a bottle of wine. The R&B singer treats us to ballads and anthems of heartache, backed by strings and horns.

We've expanded the Pineville Business Expo and are excited to announce our new location at the Belle Johnson Community Center in Pineville at Lake Park. In addition to more exhibitors, the 2nd Annual Pineville Business Expo will also have free seminars on topics ranging from improving social media and search engine optimization to growing your business. Come to discover local area businesses and all the products and services that they can offer you, all included in the price of admission.

To attend the event is only $10 per person, which includes entry to all exhibits, entry to all business seminars, and more. PLUS, with each paid attendance you get a free glass of wine or beer (age 21+). Discover new companies, products and services. Make some new connections.

We'll have food trucks outside if you want to grab some food as well.

SPECIAL BONUS: If you purchase your ticket before March 1st you will also be automatically entered in a contest to win a $100 gift card to Epic Chop House in Fort Mill. Click the Register button on the top right to purchase your ticket now.

See you at the Expo!

Join the Charlotte Area Chamber 2024 Business Expo to showcase your products and services, network with other professionals, and gain exposure in the community.

Local and regional businesses will come together at the Charlotte Area Chamber Business Expo 2024 to showcase their products and services, network with other professionals, and gain exposure in the community with no barriers! From our entrepreneurs to our most renowned professionals, we invite all to come together and create a networking event like no other right here in the Queen City.

Face-to-face communication is still the most effective way to build a solid relationship, and business expos are an effective tool for creating brand awareness among customers, boosting sign-ups, and generating leads. The 2024 Business Expo will be a great forum to grow your professional network, discover fresh industry trends, and make lasting impressions in the business world. With over 150+ exhibitors expected to participate and 2500+ attendees coming, everyone will have the chance to explore a wide variety of businesses and connect with potential partners.

Information about booth space, sponsorship opportunities, and attendee registration can be found on the Charlotte Area Chamber of Commerce’s website.

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Join the Charlotte Area Chamber 2025 Business Expo to showcase your products and services, network with other professionals, and gain exposure in the community.

Local and regional businesses will come together at the Charlotte Area Chamber Business Expo 2025 to showcase their products and services, network with other professionals, and gain exposure in the community with no barriers! From our entrepreneurs to our most renowned professionals, we invite all to come together and create a networking event like no other right here in the Queen City.

Face-to-face communication is still the most effective way to build a solid relationship, and business expos are an effective tool for creating brand awareness among customers, boosting sign-ups, and generating leads. The 2025 Business Expo will be a great forum to grow your professional network, discover fresh industry trends, and make lasting impressions in the business world. With over 150+ exhibitors expected to participate and 2500+ attendees coming, everyone will have the chance to explore a wide variety of businesses and connect with potential partners.

Information about booth space, sponsorship opportunities, and attendee registration can be found on the Charlotte Area Chamber of Commerce’s website.

Matthews Playhouse invites audiences to explore the magical world of Willy Wonka’s iconic chocolate factory this February with Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, a musical adaptation of Roald Dahl’s beloved 1964 novel. This enchanting production will come to life on stage February 21-March 2, 2025 at the Fullwood Theatre in Matthews, NC, offering a sweet and unforgettable adventure for the entire family.

Featuring vibrant characters, whimsical sets, dazzling costumes, and lively choreography performed by some of Charlotte’s most talented actors, this musical is the perfect recipe for winter family fun. Audiences will also enjoy classic songs from the original film, including “Pure Imagination,” “The Candy Man,” and “I’ve Got a Golden Ticket.”

Roald Dahl's timeless tale of adventure, imagination, and wonder unfolds in a spectacular musical extravaganza that promises to delight and inspire audiences of all ages. Don’t miss the chance to experience this magical journey into Willy Wonka’s factory—filled with surprises, humor, and, of course, chocolate!

**The 2 p.m. performance on March 1, 2025 will be a Sensory Friendly show. This performance will accommodate families with children with sensory sensitivities, on the autism spectrum, and/or with a cognitive or developmental disability while keeping the spirit and the integrity of the production intact.

Noah talks with Officer Richard Hardin of the Hillview Police Department in Hillview, Kentucky, where severe weather injured eight people and destroyed hundreds of homes outside Louisville. Officer Hardin was chased by a tornado yesterday, and tells about his experiences...and the damage left in the wake of the storms.

Lawmakers sought to dispel Kremlin talking points echoed by the president that Ukraine was responsible for the war with Russia. But they said Trump should be given room to negotiate.

Israel resumed airstrikes in Gaza after its cease-fire with Hamas collapsed. The debate between Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) and California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) was a clash of ideologies.

A new study of the speech patterns of gelada monkeys in the Ethiopian Highlands suggests that linguistically humans aren't as unique as we think. So why has it taken us thousands of years to realize that? NPR has the story of how we listen to noises we don't understand.

Their families have sued the state of Michigan, arguing it has failed to provide remedial help to students whose reading skills are years behind. The outcome of the lawsuit could affect how school districts around the country deal with remediation.

Much of the credit for the overturning of Roe v. Wade goes to Sen. Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., who helped install the conservative majority on the Supreme Court. He may not be finished.

Get ready for a hilarious evening of political satire! POTUS by Selina Fillinger is hitting the stage at Hickory Community Theatre from October 20 through November 4. Join us for a comical journey through the world of politics, as this Broadway comedy takes center stage in Hickory.

Performances of POTUS are Fridays and Saturdays, October 20 through November 4 at 7:30pm; Sundays, October 22 and 29 at 2:30pm; and Thursday, November 2 at 7:30pm.

Tickets are $16 for adults and $10 for students. POTUS is not recommended for children. Tickets may be purchased online at hickorytheatre.org/box-office of by phone at 828-328-2283.

POTUS is rated R for strong language and adult situations. Consider yourself warned. Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.

At a White House briefing Thursday, officials vowed that some of the first systems for loans or payments would be up and running as soon as Friday.

The country artist became a bona-fide star last year, and is now prepping her highly anticipated debut album.

Envious machinations and evil intentions take hold in American Shakespeare Center’s Othello, live streaming on Friday, Oct. 9 at 7pm. The show will be shot in 3-camera cinema-quality and presented live from the stage of the Blackfriars Playhouse. Directed by celebrated ASC Artistic Director Ethan McSweeny, this stunningly relevant production of Shakespeare’s tragedy of racism and jealousy promises to bring audiences to the edge of their seats. Acclaimed actress Jessika D. Williams, who has won a cult following from her appearance on the popular television series Doctor Who, appears in the title role of Othello. Opposite Williams is veteran actor-manager John Harrell as the malevolent Iago. It’s a struggle between good and evil when these two titanic talents square off. BlkFrs LIVE offers Schaefer Center Presents audiences synchronized live viewing of ASC’s new production of Othello. The comprehensive “Virtual Tour” program is designed to make it possible for people to experience the joy of Shakespeare in performance and the magic of the Blackfriars Playhouse from far away. The American Shakespeare Center’s productions are intimate in scale, yet epic in scope. The company utilizes Shakespeare’s staging conditions (universal lighting, minimal sets, character doubling, cross-gender casting, and live music) to blend Shakespeare’s stagecraft with a modern sensibility. This engaging approach to the work of Shakespeare and his contemporaries is what led the UK Telegraph to call ASC “one of the most accomplished Shakespeare companies in the United States.”