Charlotte Artsy Folks, a local group of African American art collectors and art lovers, looks to create closer connections with local artists.
People
Charlotte Artsy Folks, bridging the gap between artists and art collectors
May 23, 2019
Steph vs. Seth, history-making Curry brothers face off in NBA playoffs
May 14, 2019
Charlotte natives Steph and Seth Curry will compete against each other as the Golden State Warriors and Portland Trail Blazers match up in the NBA Western Conference finals.
Get to know Chef Whitney Thomas, from grandma’s kitchen to 5Church’s Executive Chef
May 13, 2019
Chef Whitney Thomas followed her passion for cooking. Now, she’s executive chef of 5Church Charlotte, one of the city’s trendiest restaurants.
Words of wisdom: What speakers are saying at HBCU graduations in North Carolina
May 12, 2019
At N.C. Central University, the Rev. William R. Barber II encouraged graduates to use their education to help reduce poverty, racism and other injustices in America and around the world.
Catching up with Kevin Gatlin, the dad who created playful bedsheets for hospitalized kids
May 8, 2019
The Charlotte-based dad gathered resources to create Playtime Edventures, bed sets with board games to entertain kids confined to their hospital rooms.
Charlotte’s Diner en Blanc host team gives the skinny on the summer soiree
May 7, 2019
Leo Bennett and Tara Robertson talked with QCityMetro as they prepare for another year of the exclusive all-white event.
Hip-Hop legends headline this year’s North Carolina Music Hall of Fame inductees
May 6, 2019
Five music artists with North Carolina ties to be honored at a ceremony in October.
Miss North Carolina brings home the Miss USA crown
May 3, 2019
Miss North Carolina Cheslie Kryst was announced as the new Miss USA during the pageant competition on Thursday in Reno, Nevada.
Up close with Cathay Dawkins, leader in Charlotte’s Black business ecosystem
April 29, 2019
The 2008 recession halted his landscaping business, but Cathay Dawkins turned his circumstances into a “safety net and trampoline” for Charlotte business owners.
Entrepreneur Desmond Wiggan is charging toward the future with BatteryXchange
April 24, 2019
The tech CEO launched BatteryXchange after returning from studying abroad and won $10,000 during City Startup Labs’ annual pitch competition.
News & Buzz
Kemba Walker made the All-NBA Third Team, should Charlotte be worried?
May 24, 2019
Will Kemba Walker stay with the Hornets after making All-NBA Third Team? The team has the cap space and money...
Entertainment
Hip-Hop legends headline this year’s North Carolina Music Hall of Fame inductees
May 6, 2019
Five music artists with North Carolina ties to be honored at a ceremony in October.
Voices
Charlotte’s Black filmmakers react to John Singleton’s death
May 3, 2019
Local filmmakers react to the death of Academy Award-nominated director John Singleton, who died on April 29 following complications from...
Health
Health expert Dr. Ian Smith gives tips, dispels myths on clean eating and healthy living
May 19, 2019
During a recent Charlotte visit, the New York Times bestselling author and TV host sat down with QCityMetro to talk...
Faith
Local church organizes to bail out dads on Father’s Day
May 22, 2019
New Birth Charlotte Church launches Father’s Day Bail Out initiative to bail out nonviolent, first-time offenders on June 16, 2019.