🌱 Charlotte Gas Prices Fall + CMPD Seeks 7-Eleven Robbery Suspects

Hi all. It's me, Nicole Fallon-Peek, your host of the Charlotte Daily — here to impart everything you need to know about what's happening locally. I'll get right to it.

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First, today's weather:

A stray afternoon t-storm. High: 91 Low: 73.

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Here are the top three stories today in Charlotte:

1. Gas prices in Charlotte continue to decline for the fifth week in a row. According to GasBuddy's latest data, Charlotte drivers are paying an average of $4.20 per gallon at the pump — 13.6 cents lower than the week prior. The national average price of gasoline has also fallen over the past week, averaging $4.51 per gallon. (WBTV)
2. Detectives with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department are seeking the public's help in identifying two people in a convenience store robbery. The incident took place on Tuesday, Jun. 21 at the 7-Eleven on Clanton Road in southwest Charlotte. Anyone with information on the case is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600. (WBTV)
3. Looking for a new career opportunity close to home? This week's local job listing roundup features full-time and part-time work in and around Charlotte. Visit the link to view all available job openings, including some remote positions. Happy job hunting! (Charlotte Patch)

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Today in Charlotte:

• Impact - Young Adults Group, Virtual Event Hosted By Joni & Friends Charlotte (3:30 PM)

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From my notebook:

• On Monday, KFC announced plans to bring chicken nuggets to Charlotte for a limited time. The fried chicken giant is reportedly testing the product in an effort to reach younger consumers. (CNN)
• Cool down this summer with fun recipes found at your local library. Check out the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library's top recommendations. (Charlotte Mecklenburg Library via Facebook)
• 'Create Your Own' concert series with the Charlotte Symphony! Explore the series and save up to 50 percent on single tickets. (Charlotte Symphony via Facebook)

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You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow for another 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.