The 4-3-2026 Edition of The Charlotte Weekly South Charlotte
CHARLOTTE – More than 1,300 participants took strides for local breast cancer patients at the 14th annual Run Jen Run 5K and Festival.
To date, the event has raised more than $241,000 to support e Go Jen Go Foundation and the local breast cancer community. is year’s total was the highest in the event’s 14-year history.
“Our hearts are full after such an incredible 14th year of Run Jen Run,” said Susan Evren, executive director of Go Jen Go. “Run Jen Run embodies Jen’s legacy of compassion in action, helping local breast cancer patients navigate the nancial challenges of diagnosis, treatment and recovery. We are so grateful for our grantees, ghters, survivors and thrivers, sponsors, donors, participants, ambassadors, volunteers and race committee.”
e event featured a 5K, fun run, festival with music and a family fun zone March 21 at Symphony Park in SouthPark. ere was also an expo area with
CHARLOTTE – SouthPark After 5 will return six times this spring. Each event features live music, family-friendly activities, food trucks and mobile bars.
e free evening entertainment series has attracted 80,000 attendees since it began in 2023.
This spring’s series will be the final SouthPark After 5 before Symphony Park closes for a year-long renovation through a public-private partnership among SouthPark Community Partners, the City of Charlotte and Simon Property Group. Community events will return to the park after the completion of construction in late 2027.
“SouthPark After 5 is exactly the kind of community-driven experience that belongs at Symphony Park,” said Adam Rhew, president and CEO of SouthPark Community Partners. “ is free, family-friendly event embodies our vision for the park’s future
CHARLOTTE – When a small-town community mall sits dark and underutilized, some commercial real estate firms may look the other way.
Carolina Commercial looks closer.
e Charlotte-based real estate advisory rm revitalizes distressed shopping centers in secondary and tertiary markets, restoring them to thriving community assets.
Carolina Commercial broke ground in
• 86 volunteers
• 74 sponsors and partners
• 40 Go Jen Go Grantees
• 1,313 participants and 83 teams
community-driven sponsors and partners, Jen’s Garden of Hope with Signs of Hope on display, and Hope Village for breast cancer ghters, survivors and thrivers to celebrate and connect.
Other event highlights by the numbers include:
• 130 breast cancer survivors, thrivers and ghters
• 13 states represented Consolidated Planning returned as title sponsor. Presenting sponsors were Coastal Bridge Advisors, Novant Health and Smiley’s 4 C’s Charitable Endowment.
Proceeds from Run Jen Run allow e Go Jen Go Foundation to provide hope and critical support to families in the greater Charlotte area who are facing the nancial burden of a breast cancer diagnosis.
On the web: gojengo.org
as an asset for the entire city.”
SouthPark After 5 takes place from 5 to 9
p.m. every ursday from April 16 to May 21 at Symphony Park at the corner of Barclay Downs Drive and Carnegie Boulevard, next to SouthPark Mall.
Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs to sit and picnic on the lawn as a variety of bands perform rock, country, soul and tributes. Opening acts play from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Main acts perform from 7 to 9 p.m.
e entertainment lineup will include:
• April 16 – Coconut Groove Band with the Bald Brothers, plus a free game station thanks to U.S. Bank, a Camp slime bar thanks to HomeTrust Bank and the Charlotte FC gaming van.
• April 23 – Bourbon Sons with Caroline & Omar, plus a free bubble station thanks to U.S. Bank and a Camp slime bar thanks to HomeTrust Bank.
• April 30 – Java Band with Rod Fiske,
Carolina Commercial breathes new life into malls
February on an $18 million revitalization of the 250,000-square-foot Biggs Park Mall in Lumberton. In addition to leading the redevelopment, the rm has been overseeing leasing, property and asset management, and all future daily operations.
Biggs Park Mall has anchored retail life in Robeson County since 1985 when it became a partially enclosed mall, and remains owned by fth-generation descendants of
Run Jen Run 5K and Festival breaks fundraising record
SouthPark After 5 returns to Symphony Park this spring
plus a free coloring station thanks to U.S. Bank and a Camp slime bar thanks to HomeTrust Bank.
• May 7 – On the Border Ultimate Eagles Tribute with Ryan & Woody and the United States Navy Band, plus a free game station thanks to U.S. Bank, and free sunowers for the rst 500 guests thanks to HomeTrust Bank. In addition to general admission, the May 7 concert will also o er a VIP section to celebrate the Truist Championship.
• May 14 – Landslide Tribute to Fleetwood Mac with Square Roots, plus a free bubble station thanks to U.S. Bank and a Camp slime bar thanks to HomeTrust Bank.
• May 21 – Captain Mike & e Shipwrecked with Drew Nathan Duo, plus a free coloring station thanks to U.S. Bank, Camp slime bar thanks to HomeTrust Bank, and the Charlotte FC gaming van.
the founding family. Carolina Commercial was brought in to reimagine the property for a new generation of shoppers while preserving the mall’s role as a community hub. e redevelopment includes a curated tenant mix and physical upgrades.
Carolina Commercial secured new retail tenants including TJ Maxx, Burlington and
CONCORD – Coca-Cola Consolidated joined local, state and NASCAR officials March 25 at Charlotte Motor Speedway to pack more than 50,000 meals for Second Harvest Food Bank.
e event brought together 150 volunteers from across the NASCAR industry, including Coca-Cola Racing Family members Austin Dillon and Kyle Petty, Lt. Gov. Rachel Hunt and Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles.
Christine Motherwell, chief customer o cer at Coca-Cola Consolidated, explained that her company intends to pack and serve 250,000 meals by the Fourth of July in honor of America’s 250th birthday.
“It’s very important for us to give back to the communities where we do business and where our customers and consumers live,” Motherwell said. “It is important for us to invest in the territories that we operate in.”
Together, the group assembled meals to support families across the region and make a meaningful impact on the community. Each box included four servings of vegetables, fruits, proteins and grains.
“What I see here today is the generosity of community – everyone working together to provide something so important to those who need it,” Lyles said. “ e e ort to pack 50,000, yes 50,000 meals, for Second Harvest Food Bank and its network of local pantries is amazing and possible only through the strength and determination of everyone gathered here, with the collective mindset that we are going to serve our people, the ones that need it most.”
Charlotte Motor Speedway was the rst stop in a series of meal-packing events across North Carolina.
e meals will be distributed to elementary school pantries at R. Brown McAllister, Wineco , Wolf Meadow and Weddington Hills in Cabarrus County, as well as the Rowan County Second Harvest facility, which serves Rowan, Cabarrus and Stanly counties.
“Across our communities, families are still
A general view of the Cup Series garage at Charlotte Motor Speedway, where volunteers from the speedway, Coca-Cola Consolidated and NASCAR, alongside local and state leaders, packed meals for Second Harvest Food Bank.
Photo courtesy of Charlotte Motor Speedway
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BUSINESS BRIEFS
Advocate Health to launch hospital drone delivery network
CHARLOTTE – Advocate
Health announced March 26 it will launch a hospital-based drone delivery network to deliver prescriptions, lab samples and medical supplies, while reducing turnaround time for lab results.
rough a contract with Zipline, the system plans more than 100,000 deliveries annually across Charlotte (launching in 2027), Chicago and Milwaukee, with future expansion to Georgia.
“Advocate Health is rewiring care delivery by implementing drone technology to deliver medication and health supplies,” said Collin Lane. “ is technology will ensure patients not only have the prescriptions and supplies they need, but have them delivered right to their doorsteps and during a time when their local pharmacy may have closed.”
Drones will deliver orders via tethered pods and operate under FAA approval.
Truliant Foundation announces 2025 impact
WINSTON-SALEM – The Truliant Foundation announced its 2025 impact across the Carolinas and Virginia.
The foundation awarded $566,500 to more than 125 organizations, with 68% serving low-income communities and 70% minority-led.
“We are grateful for our donors’ inspiring commitment to the ‘People Helping People’ philosophy of credit unions, and the good work their giving will do through organizations and individuals to make our communities even stronger,” Executive Director Atticus Simpson said.
Employees contributed 758 volunteer hours supporting more than 85 nonprofits and schools.
e Employee Relief Fund provided $11,155 in assistance in 2025 and more than $100,000 since its founding.
e foundation also distributed $243,000 in community grants and contributed more than $107,000 toward hunger relief e orts.
Twin Peaks introduces menu, culinary leader DALLAS – Twin Hospitality Group, parent company of Twin Peaks, has introduced a refreshed menu and new culinary leadership as part of its 2026 strategy.
better,” said Concept Chef Christian Stewart. Stewart, who joined the company in 2021, now leads the culinary program.
Before joining Twin Peaks, Stewart served as executive chef at several restaurants nationwide, including e Oceanaire Seafood Room, where he earned a People’s Choice Award at Taste of the Cowboys.
PrimoHoagies serves Bada Boom Meatball Hoagie
CHARLOTTE – PrimoHoagies has introduced the limited-time Bada Boom Meatball hoagie, featuring a spicy twist on its traditional recipe.
e sandwich includes meatballs made from a blend of veal, beef and pork, topped with sharp provolone, long hots and a signature oil blend, served on seeded bread.
“ ink of the new Bada Boom Meatball like the old-school Sunday way to enjoy meatballs, done the Primo way,” CEO Nicholas Papanier Jr. said. “It’s simple, it’s classic. No sauce, just quality ingredients and the spicy kick people are looking for.”
Vicious Biscuit shakes up brunch with cocktails
CHARLOTTE – Vicious Biscuit has launched a refreshed cocktail menu featuring three new drinks: the Bold Fashioned, Iced Espresso Martini and e Dude, designed to complement its biscuit-focused brunch o erings.
e Bold Fashioned is made with Elijah Craig bourbon, house-made hot honey simple syrup, bitters, fresh-squeezed orange juice and an orange twist.
e Iced Espresso Martini blends Tito’s vodka, cold brew and Baileys.
e Dude features Tito’s vodka, milk and Kahlúa.
e menu also expands mimosa options with orange, cranberry, apple and grapefruit juices.
“Brunch should feel like something special, and that includes what’s in your glass,” said George McLaughlin, co-founder and CEO of Vicious Biscuit. “ ese new cocktails are bold, indulgent and made to match the way our guests love to brunch.”
Taqueria Mal Pan offers Family Packs
CHARLOTTE – Taqueria Mal Pan in SouthPark has introduced new Family Packs, o ering a convenient way to enjoy its menu at home.
“At Mal Pan, food has always been about gathering around the table,” founder Andre Lomeli said. “ ese Family Packs give people a simple way to bring that same experience home, whether it’s a family dinner, a game-day gathering or a small celebration with friends.” e o ering expands the restaurant’s takeout and catering options, which also include burrito boxes and taco bar setups. On the web: eatmalpan.com
Toastique adds new items to menu
CHARLOTTE – Toastique is celebrating National Nutrition Month with eight new menu items, including Fig and Prosciutto Toast, Spicy Ahi Tuna Toast and new smoothies and drinks. e South End location recently reopened under new ownership.
“We are excited to continue transforming our passion for fresh, healthy food into something for the Charlotte community,” said co-founder Erronta ‘PJ’ Brown. e menu features gourmet toasts, smoothie bowls, juices and co ee, along with new catering options. e family-owned group plans to expand with ve additional locations in Charlotte and beyond.
Kolter Multifamily expands into Carolinas
DELRAY BEACH, Fla. – Kolter Multifamily LLC is expanding into the Carolinas and has appointed Pat Foster as managing director for the region.
Foster will lead development efforts across the Carolinas, with an initial focus on Charlotte and the Triangle. He will oversee site acquisitions, entitlements, construction and asset management.
“ e region’s strong population growth, job creation and long-term housing fundamentals make it a natural next step for our Southeast expansion,” President Je Quinlivan said. “Pat’s experience and local expertise position us well to identify and execute on compelling development opportunities.”
Foster, based in Charlotte, served as a regional development partner at Westplan Investors. He has experience in multifamily development, capital markets and investment sales.
Kolter Multifamily is an a liate of e Kolter Group, a real estate development rm.
NC IDEA selects semi-finalists for SEED Grants
SEED Semi- nalists selected from a competitive pool of 184 applicants.
NC IDEA has invited the semi-nalists to submit a full proposal with greater details by early April. Finalists will then be selected to present before a review panel. Grant recipients will be announced in mid-May. e $50,000 grants are intended to support business activities that validate target markets, reduce the risk associated with early-stage companies and help companies reach the point of suitability for growth through investment or revenue.
Lucid Bots secures more funding CHARLOTTE – Lucid Bots has raised $20 million in an oversubscribed Series B funding round, bringing its total funding to $34 million.
The Charlotte-based company will use the funding to expand operations, increase domestic manufacturing and grow its subscription platform, Lucid Refresh.
“We're on an ambitious journey to give software a body to do physically productive work that the world needs and become the USA's leading supplier of modular drones and robots,” said Andrew Ashur, founder and CEO.
Lucid Bots builds the robots, software and support infrastructure that professional cleaning operators deploy on their jobs. e company operates a 25,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Charlotte.
Quick Hits
• Ericka Ellis-Stewart is serving as acting executive director for Mental Health America of Central Carolinas. Ellis-Stewart, who served eight years on the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Education, has been involved with the MHA since 2015.
• Jennifer Blackmon, of Bain Elementary, and Laura Stewart, of Sharon Elementary, were among sta from Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools who gave presentations during the North Carolina Association of Gifted and Talented Conference from March 8 to 14 in Concord.
• omas & Hutton welcomed Luca Desmond as an environmental designer and Melissa ChavezRamirez as an environmental intern.
Laffey wins Early Educator of the Year CHARLOTTE – Primrose School of South Charlotte has recognized Katrina La ey as Early Educator of the Year.
Laffey has worked more than two decades in early childhood education.
The school credits Laffey for incorporating translation tools to support language development, creating virtual opportunities to keep parents engaged and introducing school-wide practices like a bell signal for classroom transitions.
“I have had 15 wonderful years with Primrose Schools, and I am deeply grateful and humbled,” Laffey said. “ is honor re ects my passion for teaching, the joy my students bring, and the incredible team and families I’m blessed to work alongside.”
New menu items launched in March include Turkey Cheddar Melt, Crispy Fish Sandwich, Sweet Heat Shrimp Tacos and TwiceBaked Potatoes.
“Twin Peaks has always believed that sports bar food can be done
e packs serve 4 to 6 or 8 to 10 people and include tortillas, salsas, toppings and a choice of proteins such as carnitas, chicken, shrimp or steak, along with sides like rice, beans and chips.
e school is located at 15933 Lancaster Hwy.
Young author reads work at Storybook Ball HUNTERSVILLE – Nine-yearold author Annick Romanov read her original children’s book, “Annick & Luca’s Adventure – The Beetle in the Blossom,” at the Storybook Ball on March 14 at Discovery Place Kids - Huntersville. Annick developed her love of storytelling through early childhood education at e Goddard School. e event marked a milestone for her parents, Stella and Severin Romanov. e Romanovs plan to open e Goddard School of South Charlotte, which is now enrolling students. e school will be located at 9113 Wade Ardrey Road.
Monroe Police say gunfire, death threats lead to arrest MONROE – A suspect faces multiple charges after he threatened his ex-girlfriend, red a handgun outside her home, and then tried to hide the weapon in a toilet, according to the Monroe Police Department.
O cers responded March 29 to the 1200 block of South Hayne Street after receiving a report of an armed subject causing a disturbance. They learned the victim’s ex-boyfriend, Jorge Omar Bonilla, had shown up at the home, threatened to kill her and tried to force his way inside, according to police.
Police said Bonilla displayed a handgun and red several rounds into the ground outside the home before leaving.
Although Bonilla ed before ofcers arrived, they found him at his home on South West Street, where he was taken into custody. During the arrest, officers recovered the handgun believed to have been used in the incident after Bonilla hid it inside the tank of a toilet.
Police arrested Bonilla on charges of attempted breaking and entering with intent to terrorize or injure, communicating threats and discharging a rearm within city limits.
Ballantyne Farmers Market reopens for spring
CHARLOTTE – e Ballantyne
DURHAM – NC IDEA announced 21 semi-finalists from across the state in its 41st SEED grant cycle.
Charlotte rms Auditrol, Joyntly, Play Action AI and Tada AI were among 21 Spring 2026 NC IDEA
• Pride Magazine hosts a Smart Strategies for Small Business workshop from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. May 1 at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church Conference Center, 3400 Beatties Ford Road. Register in advance at pridemagazineonline.com.
• Matthews HELP Center dropoff and the Backporch Treasures thrift and boutique store will be closed April 3 for Good Friday.
die in childbirth. Eighty percent of those deaths are preventable. We need to close the Black maternal health gap. Black moms matter, Kira Johnson matters, and we need Congress to stand up and take real action by passing the Kira Johnson Act.”
Farmers Market has returned to Brixham Park, 15810 Ballantyne Medical Place.
e market will feature a rotating selection of prepared foods, owers, honey, eggs and other locally sourced products.
e event will be held on the rst Wednesday of the month during the spring and fall seasons.
Upcoming dates include May 6, June 3, Sept. 2 and Oct. 7.
Adams reintroduces Kira Johnson Act
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congresswoman Alma Adams introduced the Kira Johnson Act alongside Sen. Raphael Warnock, aiming to address maternal mortality.
e legislation is named for Kira Johnson, who died after childbirth.
“Kira Johnson is one of the many women who we have lost too soon,” Adams said. “It’s been 10 years since Kira Johnson’s death, yet Black women are still two to three times more likely than white moms to
e Kira Johnson Act is one of 14 bills that were included in the Momnibus, legislation aimed at addressing every factor of maternal mortality and morbidity, spearheaded by Adams and others.
Moore urges review of Hurricane Helene funds
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Tim Moore led a letter signed by North Carolina’s congressional delegation urging Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin to review pending FEMA funding for Hurricane Helene recovery.
“We respectfully ask that you prioritize a comprehensive review of all unallocated FEMA funds designated for Hurricane Helene relief,” the lawmakers wrote. “Identifying and addressing any administrative or procedural bottlenecks will be essential to ensuring that obligated funds reach communities in North Carolina as quickly as possible.” e letter also congratulates Secretary Mullin on his con rmation this week, and highlights President Trump’s early focus and ongoing work in the region.
Yaa McConnell, franchise owner of Primrose School of South Charlotte, called Katrina Laffey out of a meeting March 25 to surprise her with news that she won Educator of the Year.
Photo courtesy of Primrose School
Annick Romanov reads from her children’s book during the Storybook Ball. Her mother, Stella Romanov, joined her for the event.
Photo courtesy of Goddard School
Paleo Farms, which specializes in poultry and eggs, will return to the Ballantyne Farmers Market.
Photo courtesy of Northwood Office
struggling to access basic needs like food, and this is a moment for us to come together,” Hunt said. “North Carolinians want to help and feel connected to their communities, and those in need deserve to feel supported and cared for. Each of us can play a role, whether it’s volunteering, donating or simply checking in on a neighbor.
Five Below, along with several new restaurants, while also negotiating lease extensions with existing retailers Shoe Show, Tomlinson’s, Bath & Body Works, Belk and Maurice’s.
e physical transformation includes new facades and storefronts, updated lighting and paving, and extensive interior improvements.
One of the project’s signature achievements involved converting the 40,000-square-foot former JCPenney department store into TJ Maxx and Burlington.
e mall’s remaining enclosed common area will continue to serve as a community gathering space, hosting seasonal events like visits from Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny.
“We are deeply honored to partner with clients like the Biggs family who recognize that shopping centers are about far more than retail,” said Lash Hairston, principal of Carolina Commercial. “ ese projects are about restoring vital community assets that create jobs, strengthen local economies and give residents a place to gather close to home.” Carolina Commercial has other success stories.
at’s what makes our communities strong.” Petty credited Coca-Cola for programs like this that serve the community.
“I think so many times we don't realize that we have neighbors and we have friends or we have acquaintances that su er from food insecurities,” Petty said.
e event served as a prelude to the 67th running of the Coca-Cola 600 on May 24 at Charlotte Motor
Speedway. e 600 tends to be a race rooted in patriotism given its proximity to Memorial Day.
“I've always felt like the Coca-Cola 600, there's no better representation of our country, the military men and women that are going to be out here, the veterans supporting those who have fallen,” Dillon said. “The Coke 600 is an awesome weekend.”
Capital Group plans operations hub in Charlotte
RALEIGH – Capital Group will establish a major East Coast operations hub in Charlotte.
The Los Angeles-based company has more than 90 years of active investment management experience, with $3.4 trillion in assets under management, as of Jan. 26. It is known for its early and continuing stewardship of one of the nation's rst mutual funds, the Investment Company of America.
In Farmville, the company recently repositioned a former Food Lion that had been vacant for more than 15 years into a Tractor Supply store, which opened to customers on Black Friday 2025.
Recently, in Lexington, Virginia, a vacant Kmart was transformed into Dunham’s Sports. In Hickory, the rm repurposed a JoAnn Fabrics into Workout Anytime and an American Freight Furniture into a Once Upon a Child.
“ ere are many real estate
rms out there, but there is only one company with a national platform solely focused on secondary and tertiary markets,” said Joe Maguire, principal of Carolina Commercial. “We have the skill set and expertise necessary to reposition properties like Biggs Park in today’s retail environment. Just as importantly, we’re fortunate to partner with clients and communities that embrace change and support these transformations. That collaboration is a critical component to our success.”
“Charlotte stood out as a natural t for Capital Group’s next phase of growth,” said Rob Klausner, chief operating o cer of Capital Group. “North Carolina’s strong nancial services ecosystem, growing talent base and long-term outlook align closely with our priorities as a rm. is investment strengthens our operating resilience, supports better outcomes for our clients, and re ects our commitment to building careers and community alongside our associates in Charlotte."
e project will be facilitated, in part, by a Job Development Investment Grant.
Using a formula that takes into account the new tax revenues generated by 600 new jobs and a capital investment of $60 million, the JDIG agreement authorizes the potential reimbursement to the company of up to $17,173,500 spread over 12 years.
e project is estimated to grow the state’s economy by $5.2 billion during this time with an anticipated annual payroll impact of more than $116 million to the region.
“We’re excited that Charlotte’s reputation as one of the nation’s top banking centers has attracted Capital Group to establish its East Coast hub here,” Gov. Josh Stein said. “North Carolina o ers a talent pool that’s especially well suited to helping nancial services companies like the Capital Group succeed in our state.”
Because Capital Group chose a location in Mecklenburg County, classi ed by the state’s economic tier system as Tier 3, the company’s JDIG agreement also calls for moving $5,724,500 into the state’s Industrial Development Fund – Utility Account. e account helps rural communitiesnance necessary infrastructure upgrades to attract future business.
“It takes close collaboration among our local, regional and state economic development teams to make an announcement like this possible, and I appreciate the hard work put in by those teams," N.C. Rep. Becky Carney said. “We welcome the Capital Group to the City of Charlotte, and we appreciate the many ways this company will expand opportunities for people in our region."
David Katz, president and chief operating officer of Coca-Cola Consolidated, packs meals with NASCAR legend Kyle Petty and NASCAR star Austin Dillon. Photo courtesy of Coca-Cola Consolidated
Joe Maguire, principal of Carolina Commercial, stands with Bob Souders, senior real estate manager with Five Below, outside Biggs Park Mall. Carolina Commercial has participated in thousands of lease transactions and more than 30 ground-up development and redevelopment projects. It counts some of the nation’s most recognizable retailers among its leasing partners.
Photo courtesy of Carolina Commercial
CHARLOTTE from 1A
Registration opens for 24 Hours of Booty
CHARLOTTE – Registration has opened for the 25th year of 24 Hours of Booty.
24 Foundation hosts the non-competitive cycling and walking fundraiser, which supports people impacted by cancer.
is year’s 24 Hours of Booty presented by Levine Cancer Institute will take place from 7 p.m. July 24 to 7 p.m. July 25 in Charlotte’s Myers Park neighborhood.
“Twenty- ve years is a powerful testament to what this community can do when we show up for one another to impact the lives of those a ected by cancer,” said Katherine Murphy, executive director of 24 Foundation. “Together, we have built something truly special; an event rooted in hope, healing and connection. Whether you ride, stride, volunteer or support, you are helping us change the course of cancer for individuals and families
right here in our community.”
All cycling and walking participants must register (individually or with a team) at 24foundation.org.
24 Hours of Booty is not a race or an endurance event. Participants set their own mileage goals and take breaks as needed. Riders and walkers can get on and o the course as much as they would like throughout the 24 hours.
Child riders (ages 8-11) are permitted on the course during the Survivor Lap (with a parent or guardian) and from 12 to 7 p.m. July 25.
Myers Park Traditional School and Queens University of Charlotte will serve as the home to the event headquarters where participants camp, eat and recharge when not out on the course.
• Taqueria El Correcaminos y Speedy Garcia, 2308 Eastview Circle – 99.5
Pineville • Comfort Suites Pineville, 10415
Centrum Pkwy. – 98 • Fairfield Inn and Suites, 12228 Park Road – 99
• Flame Asian Bistro & Bar, 10223 McIntyre Ridge Road – 94
• Manila Grill, 10500 Centrum
Pkwy. – 98
• Road Crew by Middle James (mobile food unit), 400 N. Polk St. – 98.5
• The Latin Grill by Doses, 12740 Lancaster Hwy. – 93.5
Stallings • Chabelita’s (mobile food unit), 409
Spring Hill Road – 97.5
• Gate Store, 14622 W. Lawyers Road – 98
• McDonald’s, 14522 W. Lawyers Road – 98
• The VRTX Restaurant and Bar,
7800 Stevens Mill Road – 96.5
Waxhaw • Arby’s, 1001 Aspinal St. – 99.5
• Fox’s Pizza Den, 407 E. South Main St. – 98
• Taqueria La Costeña II, 1998 S. Providence Road – 95.5
• Taco Bell, 2517 Cuthbertson Road
– 98.5
• Walmart, 2520 Cuthbertson Road – 99.5
Wingate • Andrew’s Family Restaurant, 3802
U.S. 74 E. – 99
• El Palenque, 3702 U.S. 74 E. – 96
Discovery Place partners with BofA on STEM careers
CHARLOTTE – Discovery Place and Bank of America have renewed a partnership spanning nearly 30 years that enables hundreds of Charlotte students to learn about STEM-related topics and careers.
Together, the organizations create pathways for middle and high school students to explore science, technology, engineering and mathematics while helping them build con dence, creativity and problem-solving skills.
“With the generous support of Bank of America, Discovery Place is creating opportunities for young people across our community to experiment, solve problems and discover their potential as the next generation of STEM leaders,” said Catherine Wilson Horne, president and CEO of Discovery Place.
Bank of America employees volunteer across these programs, working alongside students as mentors and role models to bring STEM learning to life.
“Charlotte’s future depends on the talent we cultivate today, and programs like these create a powerful bridge between curiosity and career,” said Kieth Cockrell, president of Bank of America Charlotte. “By partnering with Discovery Place, we’re investing in hands-on experiences that spark curiosity, unlock potential and help prepare the next generation of innovators who will shape our community.” roughout the year, Discovery Place and Bank of America collaborate on initiatives including Girls Day Out, STEM Scholars and Queen City Code Quest. Here’s a brief look at each program:
• Girls Day Out invites eighth- and ninth-grade girls from Mecklenburg County schools to spend a day immersed in science and engineering, including
IMAX screenings, guest speakers and hands-on design challenges.
• STEM Scholars gives rising high school juniors and seniors a deeper dive into college and career readiness. Scholars participate in workshops on public speaking, interviewing, personal nance and college preparation; connect with Discovery Place educators and Bank of America mentors; and showcase their growth in a capstone presentation.
• Queen City Code Quest welcomes middle and high school students to compete in coding and robotics challenges. ey practice programming fundamentals; build teamwork and problem-solving skills; and explore how technology can be applied to real-world scenarios.
event participants have raised more than $31 million to support local and national cancer
programs and
Local cancer bene ciaries include
Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute and Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital. On the web: 24foundation.org
Since 2002, more than 30,000
Eighth- and ninth-grade students build science and engineering skills during Girls Day Out.
Photos courtesy of Discovery Place
Middle and high school students compete in coding and robotics challenges during Queen City Code Quest.
LIVE
Kalis Uchis teams with Mariah
The Scientist
CHARLOTTE – Kali Uchis will bring her “For e Girls Tour” to Truliant Amphitheater on June 8.
e North American tour, promoted by Live Nation, will feature special guest Mariah
e Scientist, with opener Laila! appearing on select dates.
Tickets go on sale April 2 at 10 a.m.
e tour follows Uchis’ recent arena run and continued success as a Grammy-winning artist known for blending R&B, pop and Latin in uences.
April 3
• Americana Beer Co.: Matthew Ablan
• Amos’ Southend: e Wedding Present
• CharBar No. 7 (Mint Hill): Nate Dowdy
• Great Wagon Road Distillery: Carrie Ann
• HomeBrew Taproom & Tunes: Dougie Plant
• Middle C Jazz: Nicholas Cole
• Neighborhood eatre: Jesse Roper + Ben Chapman
• Stooges Pub & Grub: Sweet Leaf
• e Milestone: Blair
• e Trail House: David Grogan
• e Underground: Club 90s presents Heated Rivalrave
• Visulite eatre: Let Love Rule (Lenny Kravitz tribute)
April 4
• Americana Beer Co.: AJ Holt
• Amos’ Southend: 84 (Van Halen tribute)
• HomeBrew Taproom & Tunes: Matthew
Ablan
• Local Logic: Sutton omas
• Middle C Jazz: Marie Howell presents Girls in Gowns
• Moochies Tavern: Sweet Talkin’ Johnny
• Neighborhood eatre: e Rock & Roll
Playhouse
• Spectrum Center: Eric Church
• Stooges Pub & Grub: Gin N’ Sonic
• e Fillmore: Juvenile
• e Milestone: Dems ghtinwords
• e Trail House: Vinyl Live
• The Underground: Lee Fields & Monophonics
• Vintner’s Hill Wine Bar: Tom Reda
• Waxhaw Taphouse: 485
April 7
• Neighborhood eatre: John Cowan Trio
• e Fillmore: Cameron Whitcomb
• e Milestone: is Island Earth
CLASSIFIEDS
Principal Internal Auditor, Continental Tire
The Americas, LLC, Fort Mill, SC. Perform bus. process audits of Continental group entities, primarily focused on the Americas region (incl. Mexico & South America) & occasionally in Europe, Africa, & Asia. Must be fluent in Spanish. Telecomm. permitted up to 40%/wk. Int’l travel req. up to 40%; Domestic travel req. up to 20%. To apply email resume w/ 242351 in subject line to Recrui.tment.Tire@conti-na.com.
Myriad Force, Inc. seeking Technical Product Manager to lead networking and fiber services and technologies for fiber optic delivery systems in Charlotte, NC. Will oversee development and implementation of technical solutions for MFI’s fiber and telecom services in Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, Gaston and Union counties. Will oversee multiple technicians and support workers. Requires five years of fiber network engineering and supervisory experience, including budgeting, project mgmt and network strategy. Send cover letter and resume to: Myriad Force, Inc., Attn: D.Robinson, 100 W. John St., Matthews, NC 28105.
T Professionals:
Emcube Technologies Inc. seeks for Charlotte, NC office: PeopleSoft Specialist - to implement, configure, maintain, and support PeopleSoft Payroll and Time and Labor systems for multi-agency environments; run biweekly and monthly payroll processes; troubleshoot and resolve payroll and tax liability issues; create complex SQL queries to extract and analyze payroll data; build REST APIs to transfer payroll data; and support the resolution of production issues in
Payroll and Time and Labor modules. Req: MS in CS/IT/Comp Eng or related + 2 yrs exp in position offered or related occup; alt Bachelors in CS/IT/Comp Eng or related + 5 yrs prog exp.
Microservices Developer - Responsible for designing, developing, deploying, and supporting microservices-based applications and automation solutions. Duties include leading on-call Business-As-Usual (BAU) support for Level 2 and Level 3 issues, including escalation handling during high-priority (P1X) incidents; developing automation tools using PowerShell and other scripting languages; creating and maintaining microservices, including Automation as a Service (AAAS) modules for application recycling without server login; Req: MS in CS/ IT/Comp Eng or related + 2 yrs exp in position offered or related occup; alt Bachelors in CS/ IT/Comp Eng or related + 5 yrs prog exp.
AWS Solutions Architect: Responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing secure, scalable, and cost-efficient cloud solutions using Amazon Web Services (AWS) and related technologies. Duties include architecting and deploying cloud-based infrastructure leveraging AWS services such as EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, ECS/EKS, VPC, CloudFormation, and API Gateway, as well as creating and maintaining multi-account AWS Landing Zones with governance controls. Req: MS in CS/IT/Eng or related + 2 yrs exp in position offered or related occup; alt Bachelors in CS/IT/Eng or related + 5 yrs prog exp. All positions may require Infrequent U.S. travel to client locations. Send resume to Emcube Technologies Inc at careers@emcubetech.com.
April 8
• CharBar No. 7 (Carmel): Bailey Marie
• Middle C Jazz: Tim Scott presents elonious Monk at the Village Vanguard
• e Fillmore: Bob Moses & Cannons
• e Trail House: Taylor Deming
• e Underground: Sons of Legion
April 9
• Amos’ Southend: Jacuzzi
• CharBar No. 7 (Mint Hill): Tomson
Nystrom
• Iron under Saloon and Grill: Adam
Daniels
• Middle C Jazz: Queens Court
• Neighborhood Theatre: Walker
Montgomery
• e Milestone: Group erapy
• e Underground: Phoneboy with Heart
Attack Man
VENUES
Charlotte
• Amos’ Southend: 1423 S. Tryon St.
• CharBar No. 7: 4130 Carmel Road
• Middle C Jazz: 300 S. Brevard St.
• Neighborhood eatre: 511 E. 36th St.
• Spectrum Center: 333 E. Trade St.
• e Fillmore: 820 Hamilton St.
• e Milestone: 3400 Tuckaseegee
• e Underground: 820 Hamilton St.
Indian Trail • e Trail House: 6751 Old Monroe Road
Mint Hill
• CharBar No. 7: 7312 Town View Drive
• Stooges Pub & Grub: 13230 Albemarle Road
• Vintner’s Hill Wine Bar: 7427 Matthews-Mint Hill Road
Monroe
• Americana Beer Co.: 222 N. Main St.
• HomeBrew Taproom & Tunes: 215 S. Main St.
• Iron under Saloon and Grill: 608 W. Roosevelt Blvd.
• Local Logic: 130 S. Main St.
Stallings • Moochies Tavern: 15054 Idlewild Road
Waxhaw
• Great Wagon Road Distillery:122 W. North Main St.
• Waxhaw Taphouse: 110 McDonald St.
As seasons change, to-do lists grow. At Waltonwood, we believe your time is better spent enjoying the things YOU want to
We give you those options:
• A full Life Enrichment calendar — so every day feels like your own.
• Chef-prepared meals with seasonal menus and house-made desserts, so you never have to cook unless you want to.
• A variety of apartment styles to match your lifestyle — with limited availability, now is the time!
