Hey, friends! It’s Thursday in Charlotte and I’m back in your inbox to get you caught up on all the most important things happening in town. Hope you all have a great day.I’ll get right to it.
First, today’s weather:
Partly sunny and less humid. High: 88 Low: 64.
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Here are the top five stories in Charlotte today:
- FEEDBACK NEEDED: Charlotte City Council is considering a new, updated contract between the City of Charlotte and the @hornets that would renovate @spectrumcenter and extend the Hornets’ lease of the building through 2045. (City of Charlotte Government via Facebook)
- We’re hiring for two positions on the new Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Community Assisted, Response, Engage and Support (CARES) team. (City of Charlotte Government via Facebook)
- Congrats Champs! Providence High finished an undefeated baseball season 34-0 to claim the NCHSAA 4A State Championship! This season’s record breaks the state record for wins marked by East Rutherford 18 years ago. (Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools via Facebook)
- Swing Into Summer with your CSO! Our Summer Pops series at Symphony Park kicks off this Sunday, June 12, with a tribute to the big band era. Only a few pods remaining! Secure yours today. (Charlotte Symphony via Facebook)
- Our next clinic is this Saturday! Special thanks to Petco Love #petcolovepartner, Merck and Maddie’s Fund for funding free rabies, microchips and core shots. The extra shots are while supplies last. (CMPD Animal Care and Control via Facebook)
- Come meet adoptable dogs and pick up trash at the same time at Cordelia Park on Saturday. Sign up at https://keepcharlottebeautiful… (CMPD Animal Care and Control via Facebook)
- NEW BUISNESS ALERT: maddash.food, the popular chef-driven food truck by Chef Corey Jones, is now open inside @themarketat7thst! (Charlotte Center City via Facebook)
- Summer Break is officially here! Join us in celebrating at University City Regional Library for our Summer Break kickoff week from June 13-17. Then on June 16 at noon, join us at University City Library for a day full of fun! (Charlotte Mecklenburg Library via Facebook)
- We are in URGENT need of volunteer meal teams, especially for dinner and weekends. Visit our #Amazon link in our bio to help or drop off our tangible donations at the House 7 days a week between 8 & 8. (Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Charlotte via Facebook)
- I found a small bunny who was tossed around by a cat. He can’t sit up or hop. I have contacted three local rescue organizations and they aren’t responding or able to help. He’s still alive this morning and I’m looking for help. (Nextdoor)
- Both our cars got keyed last night from headlight to taillight. Our Ring caught nothing. We called the police but wondering if we are the only ones? (Nextdoor)
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You’re officially in the loop for today! I’ll see you soon.
— Alexis Goring
About me: My name is Alexis A. Goring. I’m an East Coast Girl with a pulse for people, news and feature stories! I’ve worked as a freelance writer/editor/proofreader in the media industry for 15 years. I’m also a published author, experienced blogger, and founder of Writer at Heart Editorial Services. Visit my website for more details about me and my work. Here’s the link: https://alexisagoring.jimdofree.com.
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