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🌱 YMCA Needs More Lifeguards + Bank Donates $2.5M To UNC Charlotte

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Alexis Goring, Neighbor
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Hello and happy Friday! I'm back in your inbox this morning to walk you through everything you need to know about what's happening locally. Let's have at it.

First, today's weather:

Record-breaking temperatures. High: 101 Low: 72.

Here are the top five stories in Charlotte today:

  1. Charlotte YMCA is looking to hire more lifeguards because this year's shortage is worse than last year. Usually, the YMCA needs between 600 to 800 lifeguards to keep watch over the people in the pools at its 17 branches and camps. A lack of lifeguards will mean that hours of operation for each pool lacking adequate coverage, will have to be limited. (Spectrum News)
  2. A 66-year-old man from Buxton died Wednesday after he was brought out of the surf at Cape Hatteras National Seashore. The man collapsed on the beach after being rescued from the ocean by bystanders, who immediately began CPR. The CPR and resuscitation efforts by emergency personnel did not prevent his death. (Spectrum News)
  3. Bank of America hopes to expand UNC Charlotte's signature bridge program for historically underrepresented students and support the creation of a Community Innovation Incubator by investing $2.5 million. According to WBTV, "the University Transition Opportunities Program will expand UNC Charlotte's signature bridge program by an additional 300 students over a five-year period." This $2.5 million investment "aligns with many key and critical components of the university's recently launched 10-year strategic plan to "shape what's next" through research, teaching, leadership, and diversity and inclusion." (WBTV)
  4. Dumpster Dads Charlotte NC offers affordable, reliable and consistent dumpster rental service in this city and neighboring areas. It says it is an alternative for waste disposal for different construction and home improvement projects. This company has become the preferred provider of dumpster rentals in the area for offering reliable dumpster rentals for homeowners, investors and business owners. (Digital Journal)
  5. Earlier this week, Mangasha Dion Clark, Jr. pleaded guilty to his role in the January 2017 murder of 14-year-old Anthony Frazier in Charlotte. He is guilty of second-degree murder. Judge W. Robert Bell sentenced Clark to 150 to 192 months in prison. (WBTV)

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Today in Charlotte:

  • Charlotte Job Fair at Junior Achievement of Central Carolinas (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.)
  • Greg Steinfeld performance at Optimist Hall (5:30 p.m.)
  • Juneteenth Jam at Belk Theatre (6:30 p.m.)
  • Candlelight: A Tribute to ABBA at The Barrel Room at Triple C Brewing (7 p.m.)
  • Cody Johnson & Friends at the Charlotte Metro Credit Union Amphitheater (7 p.m.)
  • The Only $15 Sip & Paint (R&B Edition) at Bobbee O's BBQ (9 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • Charlotte City Council voted unanimously to approve changes to a city transportation policy that aim to make sure residents in rental properties have the same opportunities to improve neighborhood traffic safety. (City of Charlotte Government via Facebook)
  • Happy Retirement, Tracy! Children's Theatre of Charlotte wants to thank you for providing us 24 years of excellence. You have been with us through many transitions and have helped us grow to what we are today. You will be missed. (Children's Theatre of Charlotte via Facebook)
  • Summer Bridge is a FREE learning and transition to high school opportunity for eligible rising 9th graders. Focus: Math 1 Success, College & Career Exploration, and High School Planning. Check for eligibility and register. (Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools via Facebook)
  • My thermostat is set at 60 but temperature still reads and feels like 76 degrees. Would someone people give me home AC repair recommendations? (Nextdoor)
  • Please stop walking your dog in this heat (nor during the hottest part of the day in summer). Take your dogs out early in the morning. (Nextdoor)
  • My cousin is missing here in NC after learning of the death of his father. If you see him or know anything concerning his whereabouts please call or text me (585)503-2396. (Nextdoor)
  • Our sweet grey kitty is missing. Have you seen him? Spot is about 1.5 years old and is well loved by his owner and by our whole family. He's is very sweet and has been mistaken for a stray before. (Nextdoor)
  • We need one of our HVAC systems either repaired or replaced. We got a quote from Morris Jenkins who tried to tell us it was going to be $25,000! Does anyone have a referral? (Nextdoor)
  • My dog walker found this baby not to long ago and wondering if he's anyone's dog. He is currently safe and sound in my home. I gave him food and water. If he is your dog, please let me know. I will be taking him to a vet. (Nextdoor)
  • Can anyone recommend a reliable irrigation repair business? Mine has sprung a leak. (Nextdoor)

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You're all caught up for today! See you all tomorrow morning for 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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