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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Mecklenburg County in week ending Oct. 28?

By North Charlotte Today | Oct 31, 2023

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Mecklenburg County was found at one gas station in the week ending Oct. 28, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Tillis, Colleagues Urge Biden Administration to Protect Jewish Students Amid Rising Antisemitism on College Campuses

By North Charlotte Today | Oct 31, 2023

Senator Thom Tillis and several of his colleagues have written a letter to U.S. Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona, calling on him to take action to protect Jewish college students in the face of increasing antisemitic incidents on college campuses. The rise in these incidents comes in the aftermath of Hamas' recent deadly attacks on Israel.In their letter, the senators emphasized that under Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Department of Education has a responsibility to ensure that university programs or activities, which receive federal funds,...

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Fast Five with Debbie Smith

By North Charlotte Today Report | Oct 31, 2023

Debbie Smith is the director of the Charlotte Department of Transportation (CDOT) and has been with the city for more than 24 years.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Mecklenburg County in week ending Oct. 28

By North Charlotte Today | Oct 30, 2023

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Mecklenburg County was found at one gas station in the week ending Oct. 28, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Tillis, Colleagues Urge President Biden To Address Rise in Terrorists Crossing Southern Border

By North Charlotte Today | Oct 30, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A group of senators, led by Senator Thom Tillis, has sent a letter to President Joe Biden expressing their deep concern about the increase in terrorists crossing the Southern border and urging the administration to strengthen border and internal security measures.The letter begins by highlighting the recent attacks by Hamas against Israel and emphasizes the need for vigilance against global terrorist groups, both internationally and domestically. The senators expect President Biden to take all necessary steps to protect the homeland and allocate...

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Tillis Fights to Lower Costs for North Carolina Farmers

By North Charlotte Today | Oct 30, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senator Thom Tillis, along with his colleagues in the Senate and House, has recently sent a letter to U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, advocating for a change in how countervailing duties (CVD) on phosphate fertilizers from Morocco are calculated.The U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) has remanded the calculation of subsidies on phosphate fertilizers back to the Department of Commerce, which in turn impacts the duties imposed on these fertilizers. In their letter, Senator Tillis and the group express concern over the financial...

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Governor Roy Cooper issues official statement of support for Israel

By North Charlotte Today | Oct 29, 2023

While Democratic Governor Roy Cooper is currently abroad, he has issued a proclamation designating a day of prayer and officially declaring North Carolina Solidarity with Israel Week across the state.

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4 gas stations in cities throughout Mecklenburg County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Oct. 28

By North Charlotte Today | Oct 29, 2023

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Mecklenburg County was found at four gas stations in the week ending Oct. 28, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Campaign to Elect Woody Washam in cities within Mecklenburg County outspends other political committees in September

By North Charlotte Today | Oct 28, 2023

The Ed Driggs Committee was the biggest spender the month before.

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North Charlotte Today area weekly mass times

By North Charlotte Today | Oct 28, 2023

The following parishes in the North Charlotte Today coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Tillis, Colleagues Introduce Bill to Improve Health Care Access, Protect Seniors from Unexpected Costs

By North Charlotte Today | Oct 27, 2023

Senators Thom Tillis, Ron Wyden, and Michael Bennet have introduced the bipartisan Requiring Enhanced & Accurate Lists of (REAL) Health Providers Act to address the issue of inaccurate provider directories in Medicare Advantage plans. The bill aims to protect seniors from unexpected healthcare costs and ensure that consumers can access updated provider information.According to Senator Tillis, inaccurate provider directories often prevent North Carolinians, especially seniors enrolled in Medicare Advantage and those in need of mental health services, from accessing the...

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Mecklenburg County in week ending Oct. 21?

By North Charlotte Today | Oct 25, 2023

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Mecklenburg County was found at one gas station in the week ending Oct. 21, according to GasBuddy.com.

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City Launches New Features for Planning and Development Web Tool

By North Charlotte Today Report | Oct 25, 2023

Charlotte Planning, Design & Development today launched weekly notifications and printable reports for the Development Near Me tool. These new features will enhance user experience and accessibility.

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Tillis, Colleagues Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Help Americans Save for Retirement

By North Charlotte Today | Oct 25, 2023

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senators Thom Tillis and John Hickenlooper, alongside Representatives Lloyd Smucker and Terri Sewell, have recently introduced the Retirement Savings for Americans Act (RSAA). This bipartisan legislation aims to assist low- and middle-income Americans in building wealth and saving for retirement.One of the key issues addressed by the bill is the lack of access to employer-sponsored retirement plans for approximately 40 million Americans. Senator Tillis highlights this problem, stating, "Roughly 40 million Americans lack access to an employer-sponsored...

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City of Charlotte Announces 2023 Urbies Winners

By North Charlotte Today Report | Oct 24, 2023

The City of Charlotte Urban Design Center (UDC) and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte School of Architecture presented the city's third annual Urban Design Awards, also known as the Urbies.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Mecklenburg County in week ending Oct. 21?

By North Charlotte Today | Oct 24, 2023

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Mecklenburg County was found at one gas station in the week ending Oct. 21, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Tillis, Colleagues Introduce CONFUCIUS Act To Fight Communist China’s Influence at U.S. Colleges

By North Charlotte Today | Oct 24, 2023

Senator Thom Tillis and his colleagues have introduced the Concerns Over Nations Funding University Campus Institutes in the United States (CONFUCIUS) Act to combat the influence of Chinese-backed Confucius Institutes on U.S. college campuses. These institutes, funded and arranged by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), have been found to suppress students' freedom of speech and spread false narratives about historical events.According to Senator Tillis, "Confucius Institutes are an echo chamber for the Chinese Communist Party and threaten academic liberty and free speech...

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Tillis, Budd Demand Answers on Flow of Fentanyl Into North Carolina Communities

By North Charlotte Today | Oct 24, 2023

Washington, D.C. - North Carolina Senators Thom Tillis and Ted Budd have raised serious concerns about the alarming influx of fentanyl into the United States, particularly in communities throughout North Carolina. In a letter addressed to Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Administrator Anne Milgram, the senators emphasized the urgent need for action to address this grave issue.The senators pointed out a shocking statistic reported by Axios Raleigh on August 31, 2023. The Raleigh Police...

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Mecklenburg County in week ending Oct. 21

By North Charlotte Today | Oct 23, 2023

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Mecklenburg County was found at one gas station in the week ending Oct. 21, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Tillis, Colleagues Lead Legislation Pushing Back on Radical Electric Vehicle Mandate

By North Charlotte Today | Oct 23, 2023

Senator Thom Tillis and a group of colleagues have introduced the Choice in Automobile Retail Sales (CARS) Act in response to the Biden Administration's proposed rule and regulations aimed at limiting consumer vehicle choice and promoting electric vehicles (EVs). The CARS Act seeks to counter the administration's radical environmental agenda and executive overreach.According to data from Kelley Blue Book, the average price of an EV is over $17,000 more than the average price of a gas-powered vehicle. This push for EVs not only threatens to harm everyday Americans but also...