Month: December 2023

By Rosanny Crumpton The Shepherd’s Center of Charlotte has been providing essential and valuable services and programs to the 55+ adult community in Mecklenburg County for the past 45 years. They are a non-profit interfaith organization led by its dedicated team of staff, officers and board of directors.…

By Derik Hicks In the heart of Charlotte, a city experiencing rapid growth, there is the often overlooked hidden reality of people in our community who are experiencing homelessness. This is a world where sidewalks become makeshift beds, cardboard boxes and tents are shelters, and hope remains an elusive, fragile companion.…

By John Burton Jr. “The well-being of men and boys of color is crucial for the overall health, prosperity, and inclusivity of society,” said artist, educational leader, and community curator, turned executive director, Ricky Singh. This New York City native has led the nonprofit, My Brother’s Keeper Charlotte-Mecklenburg, since July 2023.…

First Ward Park in Uptown Charlotte By Ryan Kouame Throughout the last several decades, Mecklenburg County has experienced continuous, sustainable growth. The county now has a population of 1.17 million, compared to the 404,000 residents it had in 1980. With Charlotte ranked the 15th most populous city and the seventh fastest-growing metro area in the United States, the County has maintained a clear vision, framework, and actionable steps for its development, especially when it comes to parks and recreation.…

Above: Dr. Anthony Davis, President of LivingstoneCollege in Salisbury, North Carolina By Angela Lindsay The Livingstone College Board of Trustees announced that Dr. Anthony J. Davis would be become the 13th president of Livingstone College following a unanimous vote last year.…