🌱 Hurricane Ian Gets Closer + Upcoming October Events In Charlotte

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Sunny and pleasant. High: 75 Low: 49.

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Here are the top five stories in Charlotte today:

1. North Carolina is in for a wet weekend. Hurricane Ian is poised to hit the state in the coming days, and residents are already battening down the hatches. People are being urged to stay off the roads as much as possible and prepare for heavy rain that could disrupt weekend plans. (Spectrum News)
2. According to a new report, over half of all the homicides throughout North Carolina are committed with guns. In the latest report on gun violence throughout the country and state, it was estimated that 0ver 78 percent of all homicides in North Carolina involved guns. Handguns were used in 325 of the 580 murders committed in the state with firearms. The FBI reports the overall murder rate in North Carolina stands at eight people for every 100,000. The national average is 6.5 per 100,000. (24/7 Wall St. - Charlotte)
3. Charlotte businesses are hiring! Have you been on the search for a new job or career? Do you want to explore some options for part-time work? Companies are accepting applications for roles such as Technical Service Representative, Salesforce Administrator, and Customer Service Assistant. To learn more and apply, visit the link. (Charlotte Patch)
4. Art fans looking for a rare opportunity to view work by Rembrandt are heading to the Ackland Art Museum. The Rembrandt drawings on display at the North Carolina Museum have rarely been seen by the general public, having spent years in private collections. The drawings were donated to the UNC Chapel Hill Art Museum by late UNC alumnus Sheldon Peck and his wife Leanna Peck. (WCNC.com)
5. Charlotte residents are gearing up for a scary good time this October. There are a wide variety of events throughout the month, ranging from fun children's events to adult-only entertainment for those who love a good scare. From haunted houses to trick or treating, the Charlotte community is taking this spooky month to new heights. Check out the link to start planning today. (Charlotte Observer)

Today in Charlotte:

• Impact: Young Adults Group at Joni & Friends Charlotte (3:30 PM)
• Regional Community Group at Joni & Friends Charlotte (6:45 PM)
• Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night at Dave and Buster's Grand Sports Cafe in Concord (7:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• The Charlotte Fire Department is hiring! Applications are open now, so don't miss this opportunity to join the Charlotte Fire Family. (Charlotte Fire Department, Charlotte NC via Facebook)
• CMPD Animal Care and Control is looking for donations! If you have any extra puppy pads (any type or brand will do) to help those pups get potty trained, you'll be helping out a great cause! (CMPD Animal Care and Control via Facebook)
• If you're interested in technology, you won't want to miss out on the Area 49 Visualization Lab Orientation! You'll even be able to get up close and personal with virtual reality technology, so register now. (UNC Charlotte Atkins Library via Facebook)
• Need help understanding the ins and outs of Medicare Open Enrollment? The Charlotte Mecklenburg Library is hosting an event on Oct. 1 to help you find the best coverage and care. (Charlotte Mecklenburg Library via Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow with another update.

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.