‘Richest Black man in 1900’ built and ran nation’s first Black-owned textile mill in NC
Built by former slaves, the mill was so famous that W.E.B. DuBois included pictures of the building in an exhibit at the ...
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Meet 9 trailblazing ‘hidden figures’ of Black history from across the Charlotte region
Hidden figures, so to speak. Consider Charlotte Dr. M.T. Pope, the first Black person licensed to practice medicine in North Carolina. Jennifer King broke barriers as the NFL’s first Black female full ...
Hornets unveil special Charlotte neighborhood-themed jersey to celebrate Black excellence
The launch of the Charlotte Hornets’ first Black excellence jersey is a part of the franchise’s celebration of Black History ...
Wintry Weather Outlook: Black ice concerns have road crews working overtime
Once the wintry mix starts, NCDOT workers will work 12-hour shifts to respond to any issues. Officials are also advising ...
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5 perks at Charlotte’s first Black-owned baby retreat
In the bustling heart of Uptown Charlotte, a groundbreaking facility is transforming the landscape of postpartum care.