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Mecklenburg County health officials to give COVID-19 update

October 28, 2021

Health Director Gibbie Harris is expected to update vaccination rates and COVID-19 case information ahead of Halloween. MECKLENBURG COUNTY, N.C. — Mecklenburg County health officials, including Health Director Gibbie Harris and Deputy Health Director Dr. Raynard Washington, will provide an update on COVID-19 metrics and vaccinations ahead of Halloween weekend. …

Helpful, not haunting: Why bats are vital to our ecosystem

October 28, 2021

The creepy creatures closely associated with vampires from Transylvania are actually our friends. Here’s why bats matter so much. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Step aside, sharks. It’s Bat Week, and as we approach Halloween, it turns out the creepy creatures associated with Dracula are more helpful than haunting. …

'My reason to smile': 10-year-old forgoes birthday party to organize Charlotte food drive

October 28, 2021

Navika Khurana, a fifth grader at Irwin Academic Center, donated 180 pounds of food to Loaves and Fishes. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — At Loaves and Fishes‘ warehouse, you’ll find volunteers packing boxes of groceries to give to those in need. Last year, the Charlotte nonprofit provided groceries to over 120,000 people, well above 2019’s number of 80,000. …

Fundraiser held to support family of fallen Rowan County deputy

October 27, 2021

ROWAN COUNTY, N.C. — The Rowan County community is raising money to help the family of a fallen deputy. Master Deputy William “Billy” Marsh died from COVID-19 complications in October. In the days after his death, his patrol truck was adorned with flowers, notes, and his favorite snacks outside the Rowan County Courthouse. …

First responders can get free cookies Thursday at this Charlotte sweet shop

October 27, 2021

Thursday is National First Responders Day, and to celebrate that, Tiff’s Treats is handing out free cookies to first responders. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Halloween is still a few days away, but there is an opportunity to get a head start on sweets this season. …

Catawba Two Kings Casino raises $10,000 for a good cause

October 27, 2021

KINGS MOUNTAIN, N.C. — The Charlotte area’s first casino is already giving to the community by contributing to a fund for adults and children living with disabilities. Catawba Two Kings Casino, located in Kings Mountain, donated $10,000 to the Cleveland County Fund for Children and Adults with Disabilities.…

'It really is a slap in the face' | Teachers say CMS is docking pay to help cover substitutes, even when subs aren't hired

October 27, 2021

WCNC Charlotte requested details about how much CMS has collected in substitute deductions and how the district has spent that money. CMS has yet to provide those specifics. School district officials would not talk on-camera, but in a statement said, contrary to what the school system’s own paperwork and email say, CMS issues refunds.…

Mecklenburg County employees set to return to fully in-person work on Nov. 1

October 27, 2021

MECKLENBURG COUNTY, N.C. — All Mecklenburg County employees will soon make a return to their offices, with new requirements in place for them. In an update this week, the county government said every employee is expected to be back in-person by Nov.…

Fans flood into Uptown to tailgate ahead of Mexico vs. Ecuador soccer game

October 27, 2021

To kick it off, the AT&T Futbol Fiesta took over Romare Bearden Park offering games, food, and giveaways. CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Bank of America Stadium welcomed fans of a different kind of football Wednesday — Mexico and Ecuador’s soccer teams face off at 8:30 p.m.…

NCDHHS hosting vaccination event ahead of Mexico vs. Ecuador soccer match

October 27, 2021

NCDHHS said bilingual medical professionals will be on-site to answer any questions. CHARLESTON, W.Va. — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is partnering with multiple organizations to provide COVID-19 vaccination opportunities ahead of Wednesday’s Mexico vs. Ecuador soccer match at Bank of America Stadium.…