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The Rundown: Things to do Thursday, October 5 – Monday, October 9

September 5, 2017

By Shawn D. Allison, II Brothers and Sisters, we have made it to the weekend and there is a lot to do in these QC streets! So many festivals that it’ll make your heads spin, so much fun to indulge in, it’s going to be a weekend worth remembering!…

The Rundown: Things to Do Thursday, September 28 – Tuesday, October 3

August 28, 2017

By: Shawn D. Allison, II Salutations everyone! We have come to the end of September and what a ride it has been. My birthday month has been filled with insurmountable splendor and joy and I’ll be sure to close it out with some more celebratory dopeness.…

Taste the Rainbow

August 22, 2017

By Elizabeth Colen The phrase “Taste the Rainbow” was made popular by the Skittles commercials, but did you know when you eat your meals you should be eating the colors of the rainbow? The more colorful your plate the more beneficial for your body.…

The Rundown: Things to Do Thursday, September 21 – Tuesday, September 26

August 21, 2017

By: Shawn D. Allison, II Here we are everyone—the Autumn Equinox has descended upon us and while the weather may start to get noticeably cooler, the events are still bringing the heat! From festivals, to HBCU-themed events, culinary digs and cultural jigs, there’s a lot to get into out here!…

What We Eat Can Harm Us; So Can What We Throw Away

August 16, 2017

By Tonya Jameson It’s not a secret that what we put in our bodies can kill us, but the Charlotte Solid Waste Services Department is on a mission to teach residents that what we put into our trash cans harm us, too.…

The Rundown: Things to do Thursday, September 14 – Sunday, September 17

August 14, 2017

By Shawn D. Allison, II What’s good in the neighborhood family? I first want to thank each of you for all of the wonderful birthday love that you extended to me upon last weekend. I am greatly appreciative. However, the celebration will continue all month long and this weekend, there’s a lot more stuff to get into!…

Safe in the Sun

August 7, 2017

By Elizabeth Colen Bring on the heat! There are two types of people. The ones that love the heat and the ones that retreat from the heat. Which one are you? Well, either way summer is here and it’s time to get out and play but be smart about it.…

The Rundown: Things to Do Thursday, September 6 – Monday, September 11

August 6, 2017

By: Shawn D. Allison, II Peace brothers and sisters! This is the most important weekend of the year—it is The Black Ferris Bueller’s born day! What better way to celebrate with all of you in a wide variety of goodies to get into!…

200 Pounds of Pure Inspiration

August 1, 2017

By Jimese Orange When death nearly took him, Paul West made drastic changes in his lifestyle to lose the 200 pounds that were debilitating his body with diabetes, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. He lost the weight naturally over a year, conquered his emotional overeating and found his calling.…

The Rundown: Thursday, August 31 – September 3

July 31, 2017

By Shawn D. Allison, II Hey everyone! It’s Labor Day weekend and the QC is booming with lots of exciting things! There’s something for people of all ages to enjoy and like you, I hope to sink my teeth into some delicious BBQ on Monday!…