May 5, 2026 By SEAN LANGLEY This time, the conversation has shifted to the new Wegmans currently under development in Ballantyne. As often happens whenever a major grocery store announces plans for a new location, the discussion quickly turns to why these investments continue to flow to certain ... Continue Reading →
The uncertain future of local news
April 23, 2026 April 9 was a celebratory national event called "Local News Day." But the disruption of delivery of local news continues unabated. On Thursday, Observer alum Glenn Burkins broke the story in QCity Metro that the Charlotte Observer's editor was leaving and the paper's position of ... Continue Reading →
Reaching the people: Study looks at Beatties Ford corridor
April 21, 2026 A 2025 study grappled with how to get information about the Beatties Ford Road corridor to the people who live or own businesses there. The study offered eight recommendations: News sources should be be more engaged in the corridor. The collectors of such news should live ... Continue Reading →
Forum adjusts Black History Month series due to weather
Feb. 3, 2026 With reports of icy streets in the Belmont Center area, facilitators on Monday decided to cancel the in-person meeting for Feb. 3. The day was to begin a monthlong series commemorating the 100th year of Black History Month. Winston Robinson, who designed the series, asked for a ... Continue Reading →
Remembering 1982 MLK Celebration
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Holiday Party 2025
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NC Local News Lab Fund grant to support livestream
Nov. 18, 2025 The video below is an excerpt from the Forum's Nov. 18 meeting. Facilitator Steve Johnston shared the work under way to ensure the continuation of communications and livestreaming elements of Forum meetings. No changes in the Forum's structure or leadership are involved. "As I ... Continue Reading →
Forum’s Holiday Party is Dec. 16
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Amelia Stinson-Wesley adds Mayor to her many titles
Nov. 6, 2025 Today there is Vi, re-elected Tuesday. Earlier it was Jennifer, Dan, Patrick, Anthony, Pat, Richard, Sue, Harvey, Eddie and Ken. But now there will be another Mecklenburg mayor with deep roots at the Forum. On Tuesday as expected, Amelia Stinson-Wesley was elected mayor of ... Continue Reading →
Don’t lose yourself on your journey, author advises young women
Oct. 26, 2025 Longtime Forum participant Dr. Blanche Penn has included in her latest book some advice for younger women finding their way through life's ups and downs. With the author-publisher's permission, below is the full text of Chapter 6: "The Mirror Room – Daily Reflections." The 140-page ... Continue Reading →
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