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🌱 Charlotte Cold Case Murder Solved + NC Ranks No. 1 For Business
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Hello, friends! I'm here with your Thursday edition of the Charlotte Daily, filled with all the local information you need to know right now. Without further ado...
First, today's weather:
A t-storm around in the p.m.. High: 87 Low: 70.
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Here are the top five stories in Charlotte today:
- Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police recently arrested two people for the murder of Kalen Hagins, who was one of two people shot June 24 on West Trade Street. According to WBTV, "Hagins was pronounced dead and the other person taken to an area hospital with serious injuries. The arrests in his murder took place July 11 and 13. A juvenile was charged with murder and two days later, Zachary Monroe was also charged." (WBTV)
- The cold case about a murder of a six-year-old resident of Charlotte, has been solved! It took 23 years to break this case and resulted in the mother of the child being charged. According to WCCB Charlotte, "a 6-year-old found dead in 1999 has been identified and his mother charged with murder thanks to a new tip called in to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. On Wednesday, the District Attorney's Office in Dekalb County, Georgia announced the identification of William DaShawn Hamilton, a 6-year-old found dead in a Georgia cemetery in 1999, who spent the last two decades without a name. Police say his mother, 45-year-old Teresa Ann Bailey Black, has been charged with two counts of felony murder, two counts of cruelty to children, aggravated assault and concealing the death in this case." (WCCB Charlotte)
- The city of Charlotte plans to spend $1.5 million on workforce training programs through the Workforce Partner Support Grants program. According to Spectrum News, "the funds will help increase access to training programs in financial and professional services, technology, manufacturing, transportation and health care industries." Applications will be accepted July 15 through July 29. (Spectrum News)
- The U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics gathered data that shows how groceries continue to cost more than they did just a year ago. WCNC reported on this matter, saying, "that's why it is increasingly important to find ways to save money when getting the food your family needs. To make matters worse, inflation surged to a four-decade peak in June." Read this list of four strategies from AARP to help you spend less money on groceries! (WCNC.com)
- Earlier this week, CNBC reported that North Carolina is "America's No. 1 state for business, thanks to its booming economy and track record of innovation." According to WCNC, "the Tar Heel State has always been a contender in CNBC's annual competitiveness rankings, typically ranking in the top 10 since the rankings' inception in 2007. This year is the first time North Carolina topped the chart, with CNBC praising the state's legislators for being able to put aside political differences to boost the economy." (WCNC.com)
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Today in Charlotte:
- Charlotte Regional Farmers Market (8 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
- Charlotte Job Fair at Centralina Workforce Development Board (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
- Radio Source at Alive in South End (6 to 9 p.m.)
- Remember Jones event at U.S. National Whitewater Center (7 to 10 p.m.)
- Damon Wayans performance at The Comedy Zone (7 p.m.)
- The Chicks Tour at PNC Music Pavilion (7:30 p.m.)
- Sofar Sounds Charlotte Concert at South End (7:30 p.m.)
- Acoustic Grace at the Belk Theater at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center (7:30 p.m.)
- Crossroads Cinema (free outdoor movie series): Dirty Dancing (8 p.m.)
From my notebook:
- It's Spirit Week at Freedom School! Seems fitting, as our scholars and staff are getting hype to celebrate #summerlearning on Friday at Jubilee! A special thank you to TIAA for sponsoring this year's celebration. (Charlotte Freedom School Partners via Facebook)
- We are workshopping a new musical adapted from the book "Catching the Moon." It will premiere as part of The Kindness Project in our 2023-24 season. Stay tuned for more works in progress! (Children's Theatre of Charlotte via Facebook)
- Welcome to our new full-time staff members (from left to right): Aaron, Crystal, Alicia, Anna, Shane, Maddy and Chris (not pictured)! We're so glad to have you part of our family and meet everyone in person. (Children's Theatre of Charlotte via Facebook)
- Someone's pit bill is stuck on the pole in my yard. Does anyone know who's dog this is? I'm on Rook Road and Ringneck. (Nextdoor)
- My daughter just rescued another sweet pupper! If it yours please contact Niccole Minka.(Nextdoor)
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That's it for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with your next update.
— 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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