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CATS CEO explains transit scenarios for Ballantyne, Pineville By Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com
CHARLOTTE – Public input will help influence the direction that Mecklenburg County leaders take on transit options for Matthews, Pineville and the Ballantyne area of Charlotte, according to CATS CEO Brent Cagle.
Cagle explained during Charlotte Mayor Pro Tem Dante Anderson’s March 20 town hall that the city has a solid transit system plan built through community engagement but it is not financially feasible. Mecklenburg County is pursuing a 1 cent sales tax to fund transportation needs but draft legislation filed in Raleigh calls for a 40% cap on that money being used for tran-
sit projects. With the Red Line commuter rail from Uptown Charlotte to the Lake Norman area being the top transit priority, transit corridors serving the Matthews, Pineville and Ballantyne areas will require tradeoffs. CATS has developed four scenarios that diverge when it comes to developing the Silver Line (originally pitched as light rail
to Matthews) and extending the Blue Line (to Pineville and then Ballantyne): • Scenario 1: This would allow the Silver Line to be built from the airport to Bojangles Coliseum. Sections west of the airport and east of the coliseum would become future extensions. This scenario would also Story continues, see TRANSIT page 3A
REGISTRATION OPENS FOR 24TH YEAR OF 24 HOURS OF BOOTY
24 Hours of Booty helps raise money to support local and national cancer navigation and survivorship programs and services.
Photos courtesy of 24 Foundation. See more photos on page 3A.
CHARLOTTE – Registration is open for the 24th year of 24 Hours of Booty, the signature non-competitive cycling and walking event hosted by 24 Foundation.
This year’s 24 Hours of Booty, presented by Levine Cancer Institute, will take place from 7 p.m. July 25 to 7 p.m. July 26 on the “Booty Loop” in Charlotte’s Myers Park neighborhood. “Whether you ride, walk, volunteer or sponsor, your participation helps change the course of cancer,” said Katherine Murphy, executive director of 24 Foundation. “We are
excited to bring our community together to ride, stride and celebrate hope, healing and connection for everyone affected by cancer.” All cycling and walking participants must register (individually or with a team) online at 24foundation.org. The following are the registration and fundraising requirements: • Adult riders/walkers (ages 18+): Pay a $75 registration fee and raise a minimum of $400. • Youth riders/walkers (ages 12-17): Pay a $75 registration fee and raise a minimum of $200. • Child riders (ages 8-11) and walkers (ages
4-11): Pay a $50 registration fee and raise a minimum of $50. • Virtual “UnLooped” registration is $45 for adults and $25 for children (11 and under); no fundraising minimum. Registered in-person participants receive the following: online fundraising tools, access to templates and fundraising ideas, fundraising level incentives, an event T-shirt, full bike and medical support, entertainment, as well as meals, snacks and drinks throughout the event. 24 Hours of Booty is not a race or an endurance event, allowing participants to set
their own mileage goals and take breaks as needed. Riders and walkers can get on and off the police-secured course as much as they would like throughout the 24 hours. Child riders (ages 8 to 11) are permitted on the course during the Survivor Lap (with a parent or guardian) and from noon to 7 p.m. on July 26. In the past 24 years, 24 Foundation event participants have raised more than $29 million to support local and national cancer navigation and survivorship programs and services. On the web: 24foundation.org.
ERA Live Moore’s leader wins Charlotte sports legends award for impact on real estate support The HEARTest Yard CHARLOTTE – Tania Moore, president of ERA Live Moore, won the 2024 What Moves Her Award from Anywhere Real Estate Inc.
JJ Jansen, Jonathan Stewart, Greg Olsen, Andy Dalton, Luke Kuechly and Gordon Hayward attended the HEARTest Yard Ungala recently at Steak 48. Taylor Christie Photography
CHARLOTTE – Several Charlotte sports legends and members of the community helped raise a record $330,000 at the HEARTest Yard Ungala recently at Steak 48.
Carolina Panthers legend Greg Olsen and his foundation launched The HEARTest Yard in 2013 to support pediatric cardiovascular pa-
tients and their families in the Carolinas. The HEARTest Yard Ungala is one of the charity’s signature fundraisers. The guest list included Carolina Panthers legends Luke Kuechly, Jonathan Stewart, Andy Story continues, see HEARTEST page 3A
The honor recognizes female leaders that make a significant impact in the real estate industry. What Moves Her is designed to empower and advance women in real estate through education, mentorship and leadership development. Each year, the program recognizes an outstanding woman who has demonstrated a commitment to breaking barriers, fostering diversity and shaping the future of real estate. As president of ERA Live Moore, Tania Moore has played a pivotal role in expanding the company’s presence, cultivating a culture of collaboration and innovation, and mentoring the next generation of real estate professionals. ERA Live Moore has served the Carolinas for more than 20 years. The company, which has nine offices and more than 500 agents, tallied over $1 billion in sales in 2024. “It’s a true honor to present Tania with our Moved By Her Power award
this year,” said Sue Yannaccone, president and CEO of Anywhere Brands and Anywhere Advisors. “Her passion, dedication Tania Moore and leadership not only inspire us, but pave the way for others to excel and lead with confidence. Her contributions embody the values of What Moves Her, and she serves as a shining example for how women in real estate can continue to succeed while supporting both their peers and the communities they serve.” Tania actively participates in industry panels, training programs and community initiatives that promote homeownership and accessibility in real estate. “I am incredibly honored to receive the What Moves Her Award,” Moore said. “This recognition reflects the amazing team and culture we have built at ERA Live Moore. It is my mission to continue creating opportunities for women in real estate, fostering a supportive environment where everyone can succeed.”