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Hey, people of Charlotte! Alexis Goring here with today's edition of the Charlotte Daily.

First, today's weather:

A stray afternoon t-storm. High: 92 Low: 69.

Here are the top three stories in Charlotte today:

  1. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is searching for a man who shot into a CATS bus overnight. Officers were called to the scene on May 18 because an unknown suspect fired three to four shots into the bus. The incident was at bus stop No. 24, located on Nations Ford Road and Huntsmoor Drive. No passengers were on the bus at the time. (WBTV)
  2. Ex-Charlotte Mayor Patrick Cannon, disgraced from a corruption investigation that sent him to federal prison, lost his bid to return to municipal office when he finished last in a six-candidate race in Tuesday's Democratic primary for at-large seats on the Charlotte City Council. The top four candidates, led by current council members Braxton Winston and Dimple Ajmera now advance to the July 26 general election. (U.S. News & World Report)
  3. The D2 Men's Charlotte Rugby Football Club is headed to Atlanta this weekend for the Final Four of the National Championship. Craig Knight, head coach, said his team was able to beat out two Atlanta teams in the Georgia Rugby Union Championship. They then won in Houston at the Gulf Coast Super Regional which earned them a spot in Georgia. (WCNC.com)

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Today in Charlotte:

  • Conversations and Coffee with Ambitious & Driven Individuals at Not Just Coffee (9:30 a.m.)
  • Young Professionals: Networking Lunch @ Kristophers Sports Bar & Grill—Join us for a networking lunch as we learn more about a few of our young professionals. If you'd like to be one of the showcased young professionals during this lunch, please add that in comments during registration. We will be able to accept the first 5 that respond. Thank you to our Title Sponsor on our Young Professionals program: LUX Eye Care + Optical (noon to 1:30 p.m.)
  • Heart Success Support Group (meeting at Morehead Medical Plaza)—The Heart Success Support Group is for patients who have congestive heart failure (CHF) and their family and/or caregivers. Monthly meetings include educational discussions about medication, stress management, nutrition and weight control, advice to quit smoking, medical devices and other areas of concern for people with CHF. For more info, call 704-355-8816. (2 p.m.)
  • Trivia Thursday (Charlotte area) at The Chamber by Wooden Robot: NoDa—In honor of AANHPI Heritage Month, we're holding a social to meet other Asian American professionals in the area during trivia night. We would be delighted to meet you over some food, drinks and trivia. We are open to all professional experiences and ethnic backgrounds. No obligation in joining the association. Come out and network with us! (6 to 8:30 p.m.)
  • King Bach at The Comedy Zone—Over the last few years, Andrew Bachelor, better known as "King Bach," has quickly parlayed being one of the most influential names on the internet (with a total following of over 60 million fans and growing) to being an in-demand actor, producer and content creator. Andrew's hilarious brand of comedy has spawned national catch phrases, captured a global audience, and has launched him into the entertainment industry as a bonafide "one to watch." (7 p.m.)
  • Book Club on Zoom—Pastor Rob of Mallard Creek Presbyterian Church, teaches a book study on Zoom on Thursday nights. Contact him or the church office to find out the book we are using and to get the weekly Zoom invitation via email: connect@mallardcreekchurch.org (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • CMPD Animal Care and Control: We had a great puppy (and 1 kitten) party with Mecklenburg EMS Agency - Medic! This was basically a relief gathering for both EMS and AC&C staff. One of the medics even adopted a dog! (Facebook)
  • CMPD Animal Care and Control: A picture a day finds Lawson a home to stay. #adoptlawson #wefoster (Facebook)
  • Charlotte Fire Department, Charlotte NC: Charlotte Fire salutes paramedics, EMTs and the entire EMS workforce for their service and sacrifices. Every day, emergency medical service (EMS) providers put the needs of their communities above their own. (Facebook)
  • Charlotte Fire Communications "Fire Alarm": The Charlotte Fire Alarm Division is proud and excited to announce the birth of Oliver Rand, born Monday night at 9:21 p.m., weighing in at 7 pounds, 11 ounces. This new guy is the son of TC-I Lead Amy Davis and Larry Lockhart. (Facebook)
  • Charlotte Ballet: This past weekend we opened our final performance series of the 2021/2022 Season, Choreographic Lab! There's no better way to end our 50th Anniversary Season than with seven all new original works created by our very own. (Facebook)
  • CMPD Animal Care and Control: Thank you to everyone who came and adopted during BISSELL Pet Foundation #EmptyTheShelters event these past two weeks! (Facebook)
  • Charlotte-Mecklenburg District Attorney's Office: Do you want to walk a mile in heels to raise awareness and support survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence? (Facebook)
  • ArtPop Street Gallery: Attention, early summer travelers! Did you know that ArtPop can be seen on 36 digital charging station displays throughout gates A-D? Each month features a different pairing of artists. May travelers will get to enjoy these pieces. (Instagram)
  • Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools: Meet Beyene Ashfaha, a Garinger High School senior who came to the USA from Eritrea just three years ago and plans to join the Air Force ROTC. (Facebook)
  • Classroom Central: You're invited to Show & Tell! Show & Tell is Classroom Central's free open house lunch and learn. Enjoy this behind-the-scenes tour of our mission. It's a great chance for you to see our Free Store and find out the impact you are making! (Facebook)
  • Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools: True success has less to do with luck and everything to do with persistence and perseverance. Ardrey Kell High School senior Pradhyumna Kumar Kothapalli is a testament to that! (Facebook)
  • Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Charlotte: We are in URGENT need of paper plates and bowls! We are still not using glassware due to COVID-19. Visit our Amazon link below to help or drop off donations at the House. (Facebook)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Berewick: Meet our newest foster, Rain! She is a 5-year-old pitbull, sweet and very loving. She likes nothing better than to be by your side. Rain sleeps fine through the night with no accidents. (Nextdoor)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, McIntyre: Lost dog last seen May 15 on Bayview Pkwy. If you see her please contact either 980-319-9703 or 704-898-2868. (Nextdoor)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Beverly crest 2: A few months ago I had reached out and asked if anyone had any baby items they wanted to give away or sell. Many of you reached out and I received more then enough items. I want to say thank you! (Nextdoor)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Charlotte 237: I found a beautiful pit bull running in the middle of the road near Oak Leigh and Flint Glenn. She is a homeless baby about a year old, the vet said. I found her about three weeks ago. (Nextdoor)
  • Nextdoor Neighbor, Prescott Village: If anyone is in need of any yard work or getting your lawn mowed, I am available and ready to be at your service with reasonable prices! If you're interested, please call or text me. (Nextdoor)

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That's it for today! I'll see you around.

— 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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