🌱 2-Year-Old Found Dead In Pond + Kamala Harris Comes To Charlotte

Good morning, Charlotte! I'm here in your inbox this morning to tell you everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Keep scrolling for the scoop.

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First, today's weather:

A heavy t-storm in the p.m.. High: 92 Low: 73.

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Here are the top three stories today in Charlotte:

1. A two-year-old boy was found dead in a retention pond on Tumbling Rock Lane. According to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, the child's mother reported him missing around 8 p.m. Tuesday night. Shortly afterward, the boy was found and taken to the hospital, where he was pronounced deceased. (WCCB Charlotte)
2. Vice President Kamala Harris is coming to Charlotte today. The vice president plans to speak with state legislators regarding reproductive rights, as well as the Biden administration's investment in affordable high-speed internet. As of Wednesday afternoon, the White House did not release information regarding where Harris will be speaking. (Charlotte Observer)
3. A First Alert has been issued for the Charlotte metro today. Experts anticipate temperatures reaching up to the 90s, with heat index values soaring around 105 degrees. Severe thunderstorms are also likely this afternoon and evening. Intense heat and tropical humidity are expected to carry through the weekend. (WBTV)

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Today in Charlotte:

• ArtBreak With Levine Center For The Arts At The Gantt Center (12:00 PM)
• Tea Time + Drop In At Time Out Youth (5:00 PM)
• Botanical Drawing 1 At UNC Charlotte Botanical Gardens (6:00 PM)
• Crossroads Cinema (Free Outdoor Movie Series): The Big Lebowski At The Ford Building (8:00 PM)

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From my notebook:

• Looking for a new home or just window shopping? Don't miss these four open houses in Charlotte coming up this weekend. (Charlotte Patch)
• Plan out your weekend and the week ahead with the Charlotte Observer's guide to the best upcoming events in the city (Jul. 22-28). (Charlotte Observer)
• Meet Hiccup the beagle, Officer Whiskers the tabby, and all the adorable pets waiting to be adopted from Charlotte area shelters. (Charlotte Patch)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with your next update.

— Nicole Fallon-Peek

About me: Nicole Fallon-Peek is a journalist and copywriter with a degree in Media, Culture and Communication from New York University. She has served as a freelance reporter, managing editor, copy editor, and editorial director for a variety of B2B news outlets. She currently co-owns and operates content creation agency Lightning Media Partners.