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Lifestyle

Two Styles, One Design

April 4, 2016
By Cheryl Luckett Interior Designer Developing a design plan for clients is not always an easy task.  Add to that conflicting styles and you’ve got a recipe for disaster.  When I’m pulling together spaces for couples there are a few things that I like to keep in mind that I believe are keys to merging two design aesthetics into one.…
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Events

The Rundown: Things to do – March 31 – April 3

March 31, 2016
By Shawn Allison What’s Up Queen City?  I hope you all have had a wonderful week.   Now it’s time to kick back and relax because I’ve got the weekend goods for you. I think you’ll love It. So without further adieu… THURSDAY, March 31 The Charlotte African-American Festival returns for 2016 with a weekend chock-full of activities for all ages. …
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Events

Where to go, What to Do – March 18 -20th

March 18, 2016
By Shawn Allison There’s a lot to do in the Queen City this weekend. Get out, enjoy the beautiful weather and explore. FRIDAY, March 18 Come out to Advent Coworking for the Best Minds CityJamCLT Conference.  The goal of this conference is to creatively search for solutions for problems that are prevalent in the Charlotte area. …
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Events

Meet Shawn Allison, Events Curator

March 16, 2016
Known on social media as the “Black Ferris Bueller,” Shawn Allison loves exploring Charlotte and finding new adventures. His unique and often funny perspective easily excites readers (and some naysayers, too) on all the great events the city has to offer.…
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2016 March/April

Apparel Designed for Fashionable, Active Women

March 14, 2016
By Tonya Jameson When most people think of fashion design, New York and Parisian runways come to mind. Talibah Dawan imagines Serena Williams diving for a tennis ball. Dawan’s fashion world is sweaty, active and cute. Dawan owns Charlotte-based Cotton Locks Inc.…
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Food

Chefs Making Their Mark in Culinary Arts

March 2, 2016
By Jimese Orange With social media hashtags such as #blackowned, #buyblack and #blackbusiness trending, it’s easier than ever for potential customers to find and support local businesses and recycle dollars within the community, especially during the holiday season. In the culinary arts and local food scene, chefs are connecting with and servicing customers in unconventional ways, beyond the usual restaurant venture.…
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Finance

Financial Documents Every Woman Should Have

February 22, 2016
By Marsha H. Barnes How many of us can say with confidence that our financial documents are safeguarded, neat and within arm’s reach? Or are you a part of the other group, with trails of bank statements, a years’ worth of paycheck stubs and aged credit reports crumpled in the bottom of your purse?…
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Wellness

Dad’s Hunting Sparks Medical Career

February 4, 2016
By Dr. Paula Newsome My dad was an avid hunter, but he would not take me hunting because I was a girl. Our bonding time involved me helping him clean his catch. While we eviscerated squirrels and rabbits, I became fascinated with cleaning the animals and learning the parts of the animals.…