Six-Year-Old Celebrates Final Cancer Treatment with Charlotte Fire Published on November 12, 2024 Dakota Shuford may be just six years old, but his understanding of courage and heroism far surpasses his age. Diagnosed at age two with rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive soft-tissue cancer, Dakota has faced more challenges than most people do in a lifetime. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Health & Lifestyle
Charlotte Fire’s Capt. Jason Cook: A Pillar of Training and Mentorship Published on August 26, 2024 The camaraderie and dedication of firefighters are legendary, but for Capt. Jason Cook of Charlotte Fire, these elements are more than just words—they are the cornerstone of his approach to training Recruit Class 127. Tagged as: , Community Safety, Health & Lifestyle
Firefighter and Therapy Dog: A Bond Beyond Duty Published on August 16, 2024 At Charlotte Firehouse 27, a unique partnership has become a beacon of hope and mental health awareness. Firefighter Matthew Wiatrowski and his therapy dog, Phoenix, are not just colleagues in service; they are a testament to the Charlotte Fire Department's commitment to mental health and the transformative power of the K9 Therapy Program. Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle
Spring Into the New Season Published on March 19, 2024 Tips and resources to help you jumpstart your spring cleaning. Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle
Plaza Midwood Social District to Open Soon Published on February 29, 2024 Jason Michel, executive director of the Plaza Midwood Merchants Association, shares what residents can expect after the launch of the Plaza Midwood Social District. Tagged as: , Business & Economy, Health & Lifestyle
City of Charlotte Wellness Works Program Recognized Published on December 28, 2023 The City of Charlotte has earned a 2023 Gold Well Workplace Awardby the Wellness Council of America (WELCOA,) one of the most prestigious wellness program awards in thewellness industry. Tagged as: , Announcements, Health & Lifestyle
Veteran Resources in Charlotte Published on November 03, 2023 A list of services to aid former military personnel and their families. Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle
City Announces Corridors Connect Community Activation Grant Published on September 08, 2023 The Corridors Connect Community Activation Grant offers neighborhood groups and local nonprofit organizations within the Corridors of Opportunity funding to program and activate the Corridors Connect routes. Tagged as: , Events & Activities, Health & Lifestyle
Fast Five with Willie Ratchford Published on July 27, 2023 In honor of Disability Pride Month, we interviewed Community Relations Director Willie Ratchford. With more than 48 years of service, he manages the department and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community Relations Committee (CRC). Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle, Honours & Celebration
New Budget Dedicates Funds to Improving City’s “Bikeability” Published on July 27, 2023 The City of Charlotte makes investments to support its bicycle network through the Fiscal Year 2024 budget. Tagged as: , Health & Lifestyle, Improvement Works