Year: 2026

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CHICKPEA NOT SO TUNA SALAD

March 25, 2026
By Dawn Hilton Williams, The Vegucator Serves up to 8 INGREDIENTS 3–15 oz cans of chickpeas (garbanzos), rinsed and drained 3/4 cup celery, finely diced 1⁄2 cup red onions, finely diced 2 TBSP fresh dill, rough chopped 3/4 cup vegan mayonnaise 2 TBSP stone ground or Dijon mustard 2 TBSP relish (optional) DRY INGREDIENTS Zest of 1 medium lemon 2 TBSP dulse granules (or 1 TBSP nori flakes, ground) 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1⁄2 tsp black pepper 1⁄2 tsp kosher salt (optional) METHOD ADD garbanzo/chickpeas to food processor and quick pulse in 4-5 second intervals for two rounds to break them up (not mushy), remove from processor, add to large mixing bowl and repeat until finished all the beans.…
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From Breweries to Michelin Stars: Charlotte’s Global Culinary Rise

February 25, 2026
By Loán C. Lake With the filming of Bravo’s Top Chef Season 23 and local restaurants recognized by the James Beard Awards and the Michelin Guide, the Queen City is no longer a culinary underdog. Once known primarily for breweries and casual dining, Charlotte is now carving out a reputation as a serious food city, one where Southern tradition meets global influence, and chefs earn national accolades without abandoning their roots.…
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Rolling Art, Radical Access and the Power of Community Care

February 25, 2026
By Meeka Clark Michelle “Ms. Bunny” Gregory is a Charlotte native whose roots run deep along the Beatties Ford Road corridor, a historically Black community that helped shape her identity as an artist, mentor, environmentalist, and cultural steward. She was a fashion design major at the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale, and she’s a graduate of West Charlotte High School, Gregory’s creative foundation was built early — the spirit, pride and resilience of her Charlotte upbringing still echo through the halls of her alma mater, where her mural continues to shine as a reflection of what the community nurtures and sends forward.…
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La Becky Roe’s Faith-Fueled Mission for Autism Inclusion

February 25, 2026
By Brenda Porter-Rockwell Advocating for individuals living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) was not a path La Becky Roe — now the Founder and Executive Director of Charlotte-based Let’s Talk About It…The Autism Center, Inc.  —  set out to do. It was, she believes, a calling by God placed on her life long before she understood what the work would require.…
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Dom-Tia Luxury Beauty Spa: A Divine Touch with Care

February 25, 2026
By Kurtavia Burton A pleasant, transformative experience is unfolding at Dom-Tia Luxury Beauty Spa in Huntersville, North Carolina. The owner, Tonya Caldwell, is a licensed esthetician and makeup artist whose journey has been a testament of service and resilience. Originally from Winston-Salem, Caldwell said she’s always felt that skincare and makeup were like breathing.…
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Pride Magazine: Legacy, Impact, and Partnership Opportunity

February 18, 2026

Educating the Public, Engaging Readers, and Inviting Corporate Partnership

2026 Community & Business Brief Created by: Tye Feimster & Pride Magazine’s AI Agent

Executive Overview

For more than three decades, Pride Magazine has served as one of Charlotte, North Carolina’s most trusted cultural institutions.…
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The Main Event – Charlotte

February 16, 2026
Rhonda E. Caldwell is the President & Chief Event Officer of The Main Event, Inc., an award-winning event planning, marketing, and production company based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The Main Event, Inc. specializes in full-service event management and creative execution for corporate functions, social celebrations (including milestone birthdays), weddings, conferences, experiential events, and hybrid/virtual gatherings.…