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Black Women in Aviation will bring a large-scale aviation event to Charlotte, featuring flight simulators, drone courses, and educational activities
By Cameron Lee October 29, 2026 According to 2025 data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Black professionals accounted for 9.1% of aircraft mechanics and service technicians nationwide. Meanwhile, an industry workforce report projects a North American shortfall of approximately 25,000 aviation technical personnel...
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Hornets CMO Tyrel Kirkham wants to expand marketing efforts built around storytelling and cultural connection
By Cameron Lee October 25, 2026 The Hornets have long held a special place in NBA lore, with longtime fans in Charlotte and around the world holding sentimental memories of the teal jerseys and Starter jackets that adorned countless kids during the league’s golden era....
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A Dolly Parton tribute at Petra’s will raise funds for beloved Charlotte artist Kelly Keith as she battles breast cancer
By Cameron Lee October 21, 2026 A longtime fixture in Charlotte’s art scene, Kelly Keith has inspired an outpouring of support since being diagnosed with breast cancer earlier this summer, as friends, fellow artists and local music venues are coming together to help cover her...
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Concord native Ryan Davis has built his career on his own terms, offering a blueprint for independent comedians and artists
By Cameron Lee October 11, 2026 Concord native Ryan Davis has often been described as a “comedian’s comedian,” earning respect within stand-up circles for his conversational storytelling and ability to turn personal experiences, history, pop culture and social nuances into unexpected punchlines. Aries Spears has...
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Charlotte Ballet Resident Choreographer Mthuthuzeli November’s passion for music and his homeland comes to life in ‘From Africa With Love’
By Cameron Lee September 29, 2026 Music has always been an integral part of Charlotte Ballet resident choreographer Mthuthuzeli November’s work. A Benois de la Danse and Laurence Olivier Award winner, November often creates original music for his choreographic works, utilizing percussion and even his...
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Charlotte Film Festival returns this week with more than 170 films, including the premiere of ‘Once Upon a Time in Harlem’
By Cameron Lee September 21, 2026 Photo: William Greaves Productions Charlotte Film Festival returns to Independent Picture House this week with more than 170 feature-length films, documentaries, and shorts, and among the marquee screenings will be the regional premiere of Once Upon a Time in...
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FOMO, the sprawling cultural block party, is looking to make a civic impact as the 2026 midterm elections near
By Cameron Lee September 15, 2026 Photo: David Landinez As the 2026 midterm elections quickly approach, one of Charlotte’s biggest recurring parties, FOMO, is getting civically engaged, using its platform to encourage voter registration through an event called “Get In The Booth.” The event builds...
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Charlotte Asian Film Festival brings a diverse mix of stories exploring identity, family, friendship, and social dynamics
By Cameron Lee August 27, 2026 When we talk about storytelling today, the conversation often centers on algorithms, engagement, and the challenge of distilling stories into digestible, minutes-long clips. But few formats capture the emotional depth and intimacy of storytelling quite like short films experienced...
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Charlotte viral comedian Julian Cross wants to make the world a little better — and make you laugh
By Cameron Lee August 5, 2026 Julian Cross has been making people laugh and entertaining audiences for nearly his entire life — it’s just now that he has the platform. The 28-year-old Charlotte native has captivated a national audience with his candid and sincere observations...
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Brandon Miller and his Team Miller Foundation are hosting their first-ever Pickleball Classic at Rally Pickleball in Charlotte
By Cameron Lee July 31, 2026 Brandon Miller is entering his fourth season as the Charlotte Hornets’ star shooting guard, and he’s looking to elevate his leadership not only on the court but also in the community, hosting his first-ever celebrity pickleball tournament, Paddle for...
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