🌱 Rescue Mission Helps Families + TravelSafely App Launched

Hello, everybody. It's me, Alexis Goring, your host of the Charlotte Daily — here to explain everything you need to know about what's happening in town these days. Including updates on:

• Charlotte Rescue Mission needs extra help to help families in need this Thanksgiving.
• Recycling plastic is a “dead-end street.”
• CDOT recently launched the TravelSafely App with a pilot project in South End.

But first, today's weather:

Tropical Rainstorm Nicole. High: 72 Low: 58.

Here are the top six stories today in Charlotte:

1. "An escaped inmate from North Carolina was captured Thursday afternoon in York County, SC. The North Carolina Department of Public Safety says Joshua Ostwalt, 32, escaped from a recreation yard in Lumberton on Wednesday. Officers in York County took him into custody Thursday afternoon. Ostwalt will be returned to North Carolina to face charges," WCCB Charlotte reports. (WCCB Charlotte)
2. "Lots of wonderful charity organizations work to provide Thanksgiving meals to people who need them, but the Charlotte Rescue Mission goes the extra mile to make these meals extra special. The Charlotte Rescue Mission, located in the shadows of Bank of America Stadium in Uptown, literally changes lives every day. ... Every Thanksgiving, the Charlotte Rescue Mission offers a special food box so needy families can have a delicious dinner they can prepare at home. That meal includes all the fixings and a turkey. This year, more than ever, the Charlotte Rescue Mission needs extra help," WCNC reports. (WCNC.com)
3. "Speedway Christmas, presented by Atrium Health, opens Friday, Nov. 18, featuring more than 4 million sparkling LED lights along a 3.75-mile course that takes guests around the legendary track, through the infield and under the concourse. ... Atrium Health is a long-standing partner of Charlotte Motor Speedway and is excited to add Speedway Christmas to its partnership to further engage with families in the region. In this inaugural year of a multi-year agreement, Atrium Health hopes to instill positivity into the holiday season," WBTV reports. (WBTV)
4. "Environmental enthusiasts are reacting to a report that says recycling plastic is a “dead-end street.” All plastic is not the same, which makes it labor-intensive and costly to recycle. In most major cities across the country, including Charlotte, a majority of plastic ends up in a landfill. ... Reusing or eliminating the use of plastic altogether is the only guaranteed way to keep them out of landfills," WGHP FOX8 Greensboro reports. (WGHP FOX8 Greensboro)
5. "Months after sustaining a head injury in a July attack, a Charlotte man has died and the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is investigating his death as a homicide. ... On July 24, Corey Black was hospitalized after an assault near the 4400 block of Randolph Road. ... Black, 59, died of his injuries on Nov. 5," WCNC reports. (WCNC.com)
6. The City of Charlotte's Department of Transportation (CDOT) recently "launched the TravelSafely App with a pilot project in South End. The new app is designed to improve safety for motorists, pedestrians and bicyclists by connecting users to an electronic network of intersection and crosswalk data, as well as to each other. The app is part of the city's Vision Zero safety initiative that seeks to eliminate traffic deaths and serious injuries," City of Charlotte Government reports. (charlottenc.gov)

Today in Charlotte:

• Sprouts Farmers Market (7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.)
• Charlotte Regional Farmers Market (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
• Atlantic Farmers Market (9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.)
• 2022 Carolinas Veterans Day Festival at American Legion Memorial Stadium (2:00 p.m.)
• Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Dinner and Movie Night Premiere at BeSocial (5:00 p.m.)
• The "Where Should We Vegan?" Dinner Tour at Camp North End (6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department would like to thank local artist, Jamie Franki, for his art creation given to the University City Division Team Office to honor CMPD Officer Mia Goodwin! (Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department via Facebook)
• ALARM wears and proudly displays purple for Tracy. She is family and we are with her throughout her fight. She means the world to us and she is family. As a parent of one of our members - we will stand alongside Tracy in her fight. (Charlotte Fire Communications "Fire Alarm" via Facebook)
• 10 Rainy Day Activities To Do In Charlotte North Carolina (kiss951.com)
• Harris Teeter Harvest Feast Marathon: Your donations needed! (WBTV)
• You don’t need to wait for a winter storm this holiday season to see snow flurries! Experience the magical and whimsical snowfall in the Land of Snow this holiday season at Charlotte Ballet’s Nutcracker. (Charlotte Ballet via Facebook)
• We love our dog visitors! But remember the only time they are allowed to run freely off leash is when they are at our dog parks. (Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Nature Centers via Facebook)
• Everyone's favorite holiday tradition is back! Ring in the season with one of our most popular shows of all time, "The Best Christmas Pageant Ever the Musical," from Nov. 18 - Dec. 22. Get tickets today at ctcharlotte.org. (Children's Theatre of Charlotte via Facebook)
• If you didn't know, we have supporters collecting pop tabs all over the world. Working with our friend United Scrap Metal, we recycle the tabs and receive monetary donations for our families! (Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Charlotte via Facebook)
• Nov. 7- Nov. 11 is National School Psychology Week, and in recognition, we asked Natalie Moore, CMS school psychology manager, five quick questions about her profession and how students can benefit. (Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools via Facebook)
• 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)
• CHARLOTTE MARATHON: The Charlotte Marathon is this Saturday (Nov. 12). Swipe for the race route and head to @charlottemarathon for more info on the race and road closures! (Charlotte Center City via Facebook)
• Ready to learn more about the incredible work we do for our area students and teachers? Attend our next Show & Tell Tour on Nov. 17 from 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.! Get a behind-the-scenes tour and *FREE* breakfast! (Classroom Central via Facebook)
• We are excited that voters in Charlotte and Matthews passed important bonds that will help with our region’s housing and accessibility challenges as well as make us a more walkable and bike-friendly community! (Sustain Charlotte via Facebook)
• "Powerhouse" (WTTW) guest conductor Erina Yashima leads the CSO and three guest artists in Beethoven’s sparkling & lyrical Triple Concerto, Nov. 18 & Nov. 19 at Belk Theater. BOGO FREE with code TRIPLE through 11/13! (Charlotte Symphony 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. This Dec. 2- Dec. 4 at Knight Theater. (Charlotte Symphony via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday. 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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