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CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — People across the Carolinas are bracing for possible winter weather. Agencies are tracking the forecast and preparing for any impacts. The big concern is the potential for ice on the roads. It’s been a few years since we’ve seen any type of significant winter weather, and crews are gearing up for it. “We’re certainly watching what’s coming heading into the weekend,” said Doug McNeal, NCDOT division maintenance engineer. McNeal is waiting to see what kind of response is needed if a wintry mix hits the Tar Heel State. Snow drought will likely end in Charlotte…
For director Naoko Yamada, creating a project from scratch for The Colors Within presented a big challenge but also the realization of a lifelong dream. “I love music and I’ve always wanted to form a band,” says Yamada. “In this way, I was able to form a band and present it to the whole world and that […]
For director Naoko Yamada, creating a project from scratch for The Colors Within presented a big challenge but also the realization of a lifelong dream. “I love music and I’ve always wanted to form a band,” says Yamada. “In this way, I was able to form a band and present it to the whole world and that […]
CHARLOTTE (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Homeowners impacted by Helene can now apply for a special program that helps protect them from future natural disasters. “We were right in the heart of it, Lake Drive,” said Phil Barefoot. RELATED | FEMA in Mecklenburg County helping with grant funding Phil Barefoot owns a home on Lake Drive in Charlotte. When Helene hit, it filled up with 12 feet of water. “So, it was devastating,” said Phil. Since Helene, he’s been stuck in limbo, unsure of what to do. “That’s kind of how all of us feel; we’re tired of it; we’re over…
Brenda S Starling Obituary, Death; – A 70-year-old woman lost her life following a house fire in Houston County on Monday night. Brenda S. Starling was declared deceased at the scene after her residence ignited in the Ratcliff area, as reported by Houston County Sheriff Zak Benge. Her death resulted from injuries sustained in the fire. “The Houston County Sheriff’s Office wishes to express its condolences to the victim’s family during this difficult time. We also acknowledge the efforts of the fire departments that responded to the incident,” the office stated. Additionally, the HCSO expressed gratitude to the Crockett Fire…
Jose Melendez Obituary, Death; – An 18-year-old individual has been apprehended in relation to a murder that occurred in late December in northeast El Paso. As reported by the El Paso Police Department, Alejandro Corral was taken into custody on December 30 after being identified as a suspect in the fatal shooting of 23-year-old Jose Melendez at the North Mountain Village Apartments, situated at 9435 Diana Drive. Authorities believe that on the evening of December 21, Melendez attempted to intervene during a confrontation in the parking lot, which led to him being shot. Melendez was swiftly transported to the…
Dakota Ann Borders Obituary, Death; – An Arizona woman has been reported deceased following a collision that occurred south of Las Vegas, according to the Nevada State Police. The incident took place on Friday, January 3, on US 95 at mile marker 35, approximately 15 miles north of Searchlight and 57 miles south of Las Vegas. Preliminary investigations indicate that Dakota Ann Borders, aged 35, was operating a 2005 Toyota Matrix in a northbound direction on US 95 as she approached mile marker 35. Authorities stated that the driver failed to maintain her lane, veering into the dirt median. Subsequently,…
The Los Angeles premiere for the Amazon MGM Studios Jennifer Lopez movie Unstoppable has been cancelled tonight due to the Pacific Palisades fire outbreak, Deadline can confirm. It is the first noticeable event tonight nixed as winds have reached 40-60 mph. Several homes have already been destroyed from the 200-acre blaze which started around 10:30am […]
The Los Angeles premiere for the Amazon MGM Studios Jennifer Lopez movie Unstoppable has been cancelled tonight due to the Pacific Palisades fire outbreak, Deadline can confirm. It is the first noticeable event tonight nixed as winds have reached 40-60 mph. Several homes have already been destroyed from the 200-acre blaze which started around 10:30am […]
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Mecklenburg County has new leaders for its Park and Recreation and the Human Resources departments. County Manager Dena Diorio announced Tuesday the promotion of Joanette Freeman to director of HR, effective Jan. 22. And starting Feb. 3, Nick Walker beings as the new director of the Park and Rec. “Joanette and Nick are proven leaders who have vision, practice excellence, and remain focused on developing people and teams,” Diorio said in a statement. “We are confident they will be valuable assets to Mecklenburg County as we navigate the future growth of our organization and…