🌱 Card Skimmers Put On Local ATMs + Local Nonprofit Changes Lives

Hello, everybody. I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days. Today's briefing includes updates on...

• Police are asking for the public's help identifying a group of suspects who have been placing card skimmers on ATMs across the Charlotte area.
• The Drop brings artists and the community together while unveiling new works of art.
• BraveWorks, a Charlotte non-profit, is helping to change lives by working with women facing difficult circumstances and training them to become successful artisans.

But first, today's weather:

Some sun, then clouds. High: 74 Low: 42.

Here are the top four stories in Charlotte today:

1. "Charlotte-Mecklenburg police are asking for the public's help identifying a group of suspects who have been placing card skimmers on ATMs across the Charlotte area. Charlotte Crime Stoppers shared multiple photos of the suspects on Twitter, saying the skimmers were found on machines throughout Charlotte. Anyone who uses an ATM should be careful about inserting their card into a new machine," WCNC reports. (WCNC.com)
2. "Bringing together artists and the community while unveiling new works of art, that’s the idea behind The Drop, a new initiative from our friends at Charlotte is Creative. ... The Drop is a new cultural meet-up series centered on the revelation of a brand-new, community-conscious mural created by diverse Charlotte-based artists every quarter. The inaugural event starts at 7 p.m. Nov. 15 at Divine Barrel Brewing in Charlotte," WBTV reports. (WBTV)
3. "The No. 15 North Carolina Tar Heels will hit the road Saturday with an opportunity to clinch a spot in the 2022 ACC Championship Game with a victory over the Wake Forest Demon Deacons. The Tar Heels can clinch the Coastal division title and a trip to face Clemson in Charlotte on Dec. 3. ... A win over Wake Forest would make the first time in program history that UNC won six road games in a single season," WCNC reports. (WCNC.com)
4. "A Charlotte non-profit is suddenly selling one of the hottest clothing items in town and is helping to change lives. BraveWorks works with women facing difficult circumstances and trains them to become successful artisans. Kidist Tesema came to Charlotte from Ethiopia a decade ago. ... She didn’t know anyone here, didn’t speak the language and struggled to find work and her place in the community. She found BraveWorks, which is a nonprofit that works to empower women who are overcoming trauma and injustice both here in Charlotte and around the globe. The women they serve are refugees, women coming out of human trafficking, domestic violence, addiction and more," WCNC reports. (WCNC.com)

Today in Charlotte:

• Charlotte Regional Farmers Market (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
• Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! (9:00 a.m.)
• Southern Christmas Show at The Park Expo and Conference Center (10:00 a.m.)
• Independence Regional Spanish Basics (12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.)
• Fall Festival at Piedmont Progressive Preschool (12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
• CLT CIderfest at Red Clay Ciderworks (12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.)
• Handbell Festival Concert at Sardis Presbyterian Church (4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
• R&B with Soul Food Tour (Lunch Tour) at Camp North End (5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.)
• Damien Escobar performance at Stage Door Theater (8:00 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Folk band Chatham Rabbits performs in Charlotte (WBTV)
• This map shows just how many Airbnbs are in Charlotte (K104.7)
• Lead Lady has a children’s book available now, "The Adventures of Lead Lady!" An interactive board book version is coming soon. The LeadSafe Charlotte program provides grants to help eliminate lead risks. (City of Charlotte Housing & Neighborhood Services via Facebook)
• Handel's beloved masterpiece, "Messiah," returns this holiday season! Join the CSO, Charlotte Master Chorale and four soloists for this enduring oratorio rife with passion and beauty. Dec. 2 - Dec. 4 at Knight Theater. (Charlotte Symphony via Facebook)
• Looking for festive friends to volunteer for The Winter Wonderland Shop Dec. 1 - Dec. 3. Help spread holiday cheer by helping children shop for their families. Sign up for a slot by visiting bit.ly/VolunteerWWS (Children's Theatre of Charlotte via Facebook)
• For the month of November, we're highlighting East View’s World News Connection Archive, an online database providing researchers and scholars with a collection covering the original World News Connection. (UNC Charlotte Atkins Library via Facebook)
• November 15 is America Recycles Day! Join the City of Charlotte's Housing & Neighborhood Services, Keep Charlotte Beautiful, and Envision Charlotte at the Innovation Barn to learn how to live a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle. ... (City of Charlotte Housing & Neighborhood Services via Facebook)
• Has anyone lost this little dog anywhere near Central Avenue in Charlotte? He was sitting in the middle of the street and almost got hit by a car. Give me (JoAnne) a call at 980-785-7204. (Nextdoor)

Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Saturday! 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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