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The Rundown: Things to Do Thursday, March 23 – Monday, March 27

February 23, 2017

By Shawn D. Allison, II Brothers and sisters, Spring is in the air. The weather for this weekend is nothing short or glorious so be sure to let our Sun give your beings some radiance as you enjoy this delightful list of goodies I’ve cultivated for you!…

Brooklyn Village: Building the Future and Honoring the Past

February 7, 2017

By Angela Lindsay You could call him “The Deal Whisperer,” as Harris Faulkner of Fox News once referred to him. But R. Donahue “Don” Peebles will tell you that maintaining strong relationships, discipline and integrity are really the main contributing factors to his being one of the most successful entrepreneurs in the nation.…

At the Helm of Health Care: Meet the New Head at CHS

January 26, 2017

By Angela Lindsay Embracing challenge is nothing new for Eugene A. Woods. He’s fluent in Spanish, is an accomplished guitar player and climbed Mt. Kilimanjaro several years ago. His latest challenge? Bringing 24 years of health care leadership experience to Carolinas HealthCare System as its new president and chief executive officer.…

Kevin Powell: Fear must be turned into action

November 16, 2016

By Glenn Burkins November 16, 2016 Author and social commentator Kevin Powell talks with parents at Charlotte Country Day School, Nov. 16, 2016. (Photo: Qcitymetro) While some voters stared in stunned disbelief following the election of Donald Trump as president, Kevin Powell, an author and social commentator, said the events of Nov.…

Private and Independent Schools: A Snapshot of History and Curriculum

September 20, 2016

By Angela Lindsay If asked which existed first in the U.S., public or private schools, most people would probably guess public schools. They would be wrong. Private schools were created first—not only to educate, but also to instill basic principles in students and to build and sustain the new nation.…

The Rundown – Thursday, October 6 – Sunday, October 9

September 6, 2016

By: Shawn D. Allison, II People, the weekend is here so it’s time to let lose, have some fun and make a difference in Charlotte! From movie screenings, to jazz, to theatre, to spoken word there is something for everyone! However, if you want the scoop of where I’ll be kickin’ it this weekend, just check out my “Hot List” below, ya dig?…

AFS Intercultural Programs USA: Crossing Classrooms, Crossing Cultures

July 14, 2016

By Angela Lindsay Learning doesn’t always happen in a single classroom. In fact, some of the most important lessons are learned in different and unexpected environments. AFS Intercultural Programs USA (formerly the American Field Service) gives students the opportunity to not only expand their academic knowledge; it also provides intercultural learning experiences that bring global cultures together by helping students connect, transforming the lives of thousands of students, families and individuals every year.…

The Rundown: Things to do Thursday, April 28 – Sunday, May 1

April 29, 2016

By Shawn Allison Hey Queen City! This weekend is scheduled to have some absolutely GREAT weather. And what goes with great weather? A LOT OF GREAT EVENTS. So everyone get ready for The Weekend Rundown of get-downs around Crown Town. THURSDAY, April 28 Brothers & Sisters, where will you connect with your next customer or client, vendor or partner? …

In Red Bottoms or In the Red: When Will Women Wise Up About Wealth?

March 3, 2016

By Angela Lindsay On any given workday in uptown Charlotte, you may see African-American women looking fabulous, from their hair to their Christian Louboutin red-bottomed high heels, carrying luxury handbags from Tory Burch and Louis Vuitton. But what’s the story inside those purses?…