🌱Airline Awards Local Scholarships + City Vows To 'Never Give Up'

Hey, Charlotte. I'm here in your inbox today to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on around town. Let's do it.

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A thunderstorm around. High: 95 Low: 75.

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Here are the top five stories today in Charlotte:

1. American Airlines Education Foundation awarded $84,000 in scholarships to 32 students from the Charlotte area. Now they will receive extra funds for college this year. According to WCNC, "of the 32 students from the Charlotte area, four are first-generation [college] students. Each student gets $2,500 to use for their tuition as long as they are enrolled in full-time, undergraduate studies at accredited colleges and vocational programs. First-generation college students also get an additional $1,000." (WCNC.com)
2. The city of Charlotte is proclaiming "Never Give Up Day" because the world needs hope in these troubled times! According to EIN News, "Never Give Up Day is a global celebration focused on cultivating a mindset of determination to overcome difficult challenges. The city of Charlotte joins community members celebrating Never Give Up Day on August 18 and calls upon its citizens to make this day a springboard for awareness-raising actions." (EIN News)
3. Jane Wu, a UNC Charlotte alum, is clearing a path for diverse developers. Wu has a reputation for being a "hard hat in high heels" and she's following in her dad's footsteps. He is a real estate developer. According to Spectrum News, "She's now the CEO and founder of the commercial real estate developer Panorama Holdings LLC." ... Wu believes is "putting her money where her mouth is, donating $50,000 to start an annual scholarship for students at UNC Charlotte's Belk College of Business." (Spectrum News)
4. Michael Staub, a resident of Charlotte, recently won a $3 million lottery on a $30 scratch-off ticket he bought in Mint Hill. According to Fox 46 Charlotte, "Staub bought his winning Fabulous Fortune ticket from Perry's Market on Wilgrove Mint Hill Road. ... The man took home a lump sum of $1,278,189 after state and federal taxes were withheld." (Fox 46 Charlotte)
5. According to WCNC, "Tens of thousands of people serving punishments for felony convictions in North Carolina but who aren't behind bars can now register to vote and cast ballots following an appeals court ruling. ... The change proceeds from litigation challenging a 1973 law that prevents someone convicted of a felony from having voting rights restored while they are still on probation, parole or post-release supervision." (WCNC.com)

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Today in Charlotte:

• Charlotte Regional Farmers Market (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
• Charlotte Job Fair (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
• Uptown Live at D9 Brewing (5 p.m.)
• VBS at New Foundation Church International (6:30 p.m.)
• Aries Spears performs at The Comedy Zone (7 p.m.)
• Thursday Music Bingo & DJ Dance Party at Kilted Buffalo Plaza Midwood (7 p.m.)
• Cotter Hill performance at Lake Norman Brewery (7 p.m.)
• Stillhouse Junkies at U.S. National Whitewater Center (7 to 11 p.m.)
• Gareth Asher with Admiral Radio at The Evening Muse (7:30 p.m.)
• Crossroads Cinema (free outdoor movie series): "The Breakfast Club." (8 p.m.)
• Party with DJ Matt Bennett: Playing Your Favorite Disney & Nick Hits at The Fillmore Charlotte (9 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• LOST DOG: Our dog Cooper got out of our yard around 9:30 p.m. from 4614 Brooktree Drive. He is chipped and it is registered. He is a brown Lab mix and has an apple tag with blue casing. Contact (980) 800-1104 or 301-512-8990. (CMPD Animal Care and Control via Facebook)
• Grammy Award-winning pop artist DAYA will headline this year's Charlotte Pride Festival, with opening entertainment from Siena Liggins, on the Charlotte Pride Main Stage, presented by Truist. (Charlotte Pride via Facebook)
• In DA Spencer Merriweather's July newsletter, learn more about the bond process and DA Merriweather's reform efforts, find information about recent court proceedings, and more. Read the newsletter at https://bit.ly/3cNqAeE. (Charlotte-Mecklenburg District Attorney's Office via Facebook)
• CMS is hosting a job fair with openings in transportation, school nutrition, warehouse services, maintenance and custodial services, after-school care and school crossing guards. (Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools via Facebook)
• Sign up for the last destination of "Career Cruise" on 8/2. In this last session you will have a chance to learn from seasoned "travelers". (City of Charlotte Housing & Neighborhood Services via Facebook)
• Adorable cat found in Ballantyne at Estates of Ballantyne. He had an injury on his back leg. I took him to the vet and got antibiotic and pain med shots and flea medication. He doesn't have a microchip. (Nextdoor)
• Dog seen running loose in Turtle Rock. I have seen this same dog running around by himself on multiple occasions. (Nextdoor)
• I need a local lawn care/mowing service ASAP! Any suggestions? (Nextdoor)
• Is this your dog? Looks like it got hit by a car. It's still alive. Animal Control just picked him or her up. (Nextdoor)
• There is a stray cat in my neighborhood that's being fed. We also have lots of new kittens, who love to gather in my backyard at night. I am highly allergic and want to enjoy my outdoor space. I could use your advice. (Nextdoor)
• Urgent: I need branch removal. It's huge and will take more than what my boyfriend and I can do. Need it done asap. There's so many mosquito back there that we can't let the dogs out without being attacked! Willing to pay some one to help me. (Nextdoor)
• There is a little white dog. Looks like well groomed Maltese. Tried to get it to come to me but ran away. This is a very busy street on Rocky River Road. Are you missing your dog? (Nextdoor)
• I'm fostering Phillys until Friday and then she needs to go back to the shelter but maybe I can help to find her a forever home. She's the sweetest girl who is house-trained, very smart and knows a lot of commands. (Nextdoor)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday! 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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