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Protections for Tenants After the Eviction Moratorium

By Angela Lindsay Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, one of the most pressing issues facing many residents has been the struggle to keep a roof over their heads. The federal eviction moratorium provided relief for tenants for the greater part of 2020 and 2021; however, with its expiration in October, per the Supreme Court’s ruling in August, the housing crisis has roared back in full force.…
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Attorney Ticora Davis Takes on Intellectual Property

By Ryan Kouame Attorney Ticora Davis is an author, entrepreneur and purpose activator. She is also the founder of The Creator’s Law Firm –– a Charlotte-based black-owned and women-empowered boutique legal firm that specializes in intellectual property law and consulting services. Davis, who has worked with such companies as VH1, Black Enterprise and Facebook, was recently named an honoree on the Forbes Next 100 List as an entrepreneur that is redefining the American dream.…
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FREE FESTIVAL CELEBRATES AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE AND HISTORY

FREE FESTIVAL CELEBRATES AFRICAN AMERICAN CULTURE AND HISTORY               CHARLOTTE, N.C., June, 9 2021 – Celebrate Charlotte’s Black history and culture with the free African American Heritage Festival, hosted by The Charlotte Museum of History, June 7-12. This year’s festival is a combination of virtual and in-person events.…
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Area Girl Scouts earn top recognition with prestigious Gold Award

Exceptional youth leaders earn Girl Scouts’ highest award despite pandemic CHARLOTTE, NC (May 24, 2021) – Today Girl Scouts Hornets’ Nest Council announced this year’s Gold Award Girl Scouts.  The prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award represents the highest achievement in Girl Scouting and challenges girls ages 14 to17 to initiate meaningful, sustainable change locally, nationally, and even globally through their own unique ‘Take Action’ projects.…