Charlotte
Two children’s hand sanitizers have been recalled due to benzene and methanol. Benzene is a potentially cancer-causing chemical and methanol poisoning can lead to various health problems including death. The recalled lots are marketed with Mickey Mouse and Star Wars “Mandalorian” and come in blue and green. The Star Wars “Mandalorian” 2.11-ounce bottles have lot number 20D21, […]
The partnership between the Stay Well Campaign and Cobb Institute to increase vaccine access in black and brown communities has already produced respectable results. With a host of pop-up events attended by more than 3,000 people, the work of increasing local vaccinations is contributing to national dosage results – hovering close to 77% of […]
The FDA has approved a second booster shot for eligible patients. Patients 50 years or older and those 12 years or older who are immunocompromised are eligible to receive a fourth COVID-19 shot. StarMed workers began giving out the first shot Thursday, March 31, 2022. Those looking to get the second booster must wait at least […]
Celebrity hairstylist Kimberly Kimble will be hosting a master class in Charlotte to teach aspiring hairstylists how to create a 7-figure salon. Kimble has worked for clients such as Beyoncé, Tyra Banks, and Zendaya. She has also launched her own hair product line called Kimble Haircare. The two-part event takes place on April 3 starting […]
DeAndra Alex was only 41 when she visited Atrium Health Women’s Care Charlotte OB/GYN on 1025 Morehead Medical Dr. to have a growing breast lump checked. After expressing her concerns on April 1, 2020, the doctor she saw dismissed cancer as her diagnosis. The doctor agreed to schedule her for a mammogram, but Alex says […]
Hopewell High School in Huntersville is one of the first CMS schools to receive new body scanners. The body scanners are efforts by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools to reduce violence on campuses. Some students reported that the installation of the body scanners made the start of Wednesday significantly slower. Seven CMS schools will test out the scanners before they are […]
Starting April 1st, the Charlotte SHOUT! Festival will bring music, art, food, and more to Queen City. The festival is presented by Atrium Health and Bank of America and is designed to showcase diversity, creativity, and resilience. Internationally and locally acclaimed artists, dancers, musicians, poets, storytellers, photographers, chefs, and thought leaders will also be present. […]
Lowe’s is helping close the higher education gap for some high school and community college students in Mecklenburg County. A new partnership between the company and Queens University will help with the New Talent Initiative. The $2.5 million investment is aimed to help students that have the ability to continue their education in college […]
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools clear backpack safety protocol has been put on hold indefinitely due to warning labels about cancer-causing chemicals. The bags contained chemicals called phthalates that have been warned to potentially cause “birth defects or other reproductive harm or cancer”. The district purchased approximately $500,000 worth of bags to distribute. The district is reclaiming any […]
With current inflation, some may find it challenging to pay their rent. For some Charlotte residents, housing vouchers are the only way to ensure they are not homeless. The problem is, many landlords do not accept these vouchers. Charlotte’s Great Neighborhoods Committee is expected to push for subsidies and vouchers to be more accepted. Under […]