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Former IT Director Works to Build a Coffee Empire in Charlotte

November 19, 2018

By LaShawn Hudson Step inside COPPA Coffee and Tea, and you’re immediately transported into an eclectic and relaxing world. The sounds of smooth jazz fill the coffeehouse, and the walls are painted with bold, vibrant greens and golds that proudly display the company’s coffee bean plant logo.…

‘African-Print Fashion Now! A Story of Taste, Globalization, and Style’ opens at Mint Museum Randolph

October 8, 2018

By Lashawnda Becoats “African-Print Fashion Now! A Story of Globalization and Style” is a new exhibit, at The Mint Museum Randolph, about the history and globalization of African-print fabric from its origin to its current day influences on trends that shape style and fashion around the world.…

Exploring Wisconsin — Things to Do in Three Cities

September 23, 2018

By Lashawnda Becoats Exploring Wisconsin can be full of adventure, with its beautiful prairies, lake views and city lifestyle. I recently had the pleasure of exploring Wisconsin, for an unforgettable trip full of adventure and surprises. I know you’re wondering what this Midwestern state, known for dairy, cheese and football, has to offer, so I’ll jump right in.…

Math Tutoring with Heart

August 28, 2018

By Eren Simpson A Charlotte nonprofit is helping to bolster area math scores 30 minutes at a time, with a whole lot of heart and help from volunteer tutors. Heart Math Tutoring was built from a partnership between Social Venture Partners (SVP) Charlotte, Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools and Communities in Schools, after identifying a need for willing volunteers to help struggling students after rigorous testing standards were introduced in 2013.…

The Rundown: Things to Do Friday, November 16 – Sunday, November 18

June 16, 2018

By Shawn D. Allison, II Greetings everyone! It has been a long, cold and rainy week but the clouds have lifted because the weekend is finally here! There’s lots to do out here and before we jump into the family festivities next week, here’s a few goodies to feast upon!…

The Rundown: Things to do Thursday, December 27 – Monday, December 31

May 27, 2018

By Shawn D. Allison, II Habari Gani Brothers and Sisters! Happy Kwanzaa to you all! Well, here we are—the last Rundown of 2018 and what a journey it has been! It’s been an honor and a privilege giving you all, the community, all the goods, deets and beats pulsating through these Queen City streets!…

Lessons to Live by for Daughters

March 11, 2018

By Lashawnda K. Becoats Being a mother is a gift. You could not have told me that when I was 18 years old, pregnant in high school and uncertain of what my future would hold. Now it’s hard to believe that my three children (two daughters and a son) are adults.…

Th Rundown: Thursday, September 27 – Sunday, September 30

February 28, 2018

By Shawn D. Allison, II Greetings family! It has been a mighty long week with lots of trials and such, but now it is time for “The Rundown!” Fall is in the air and the weekend is here with all sorts of cultural flyness for your senses to dig.…

The Rundown: Things to do Thursday, February 22 – Sunday, February 26

January 22, 2018

By: Shawn D. Allison, II What’s good family? This weather, for one! I know you all are still reeling from the energy of Black Panther last weekend, but guess what…there’s more dopeness goin’ down this weekend! There’s lots of Black History Month events for everyone to indulge in, a very riveting stage play, networking and gaming events and some truly funky music for you to dance to!…

It’s Not Just a White Thing: Autism In the Black Community

January 8, 2018

By Tonya Jameson LaFreda Hendley knew something was wrong with her son, Carter, when he was 1 year-old. By age 1½, Carter knew the letters of the alphabet, but he also had a strange gaze. Sounds set him off, and didn’t like to be touched.…