Patrick Chang, a Forum regular from 2013, was in his native Jamaica just before Hurricane Melissa devastated his homeland. Chang writes that he will remain in Charlotte but is "doing what I can from here raising awareness and funds." His sister, also a longtime Charlotte resident, is associated with ... Continue Reading →

Upcoming Events Nov. 13: Hops & Bots Fundraiser for Queen City Robotics Alliance, 5:30-8 p.m., NoDa Brewing, 150 W 32nd St., with comments from NC District 39 Sen. DeAndrea Salvador (southwest Mecklenburg) on STEM Workforce Development and Artificial Intelligence. Tickets $60-$600 and info ... Continue Reading →

Upcoming Events Nov. 18: "The ABCs of Diabetes: Beyond the Numbers" Zoom webinar, 7 p.m. Register here. Nov. 20: MeckMIN's Mecklenburg Interfaith Friendsgiving, 6 p.m., Myers Park Baptist Church, 1900 Queens Rd. Nov. 20: County Commissioner Yvette Townsend-Ingram town hall celebrating ... Continue Reading →

Upcoming Events Dec. 1-2: Small Business Summit by Carolinas-Virginia Minority Supplier Development Council. Info and registration here. Tickets $99 or $299 here. Dec. 3: West Charlotte High PTA meeting, 6-7:30 p.m., 2100 Senior Dr. Dec. 4: "Sharing Hope," from National Alliance on Mental ... Continue Reading →