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Charlotte, Rock Hill, Fort Mill and Sun City Go Green!

Saturday, March 13th, 2010

Charlotte, Rock Hill, Fort Mill and Sun City Go Green! Be Irish for the day and join in the many festivities going on in the area: The Charlotte Goes Green Festival gets kicked off at 11am on Sat., March 13th with a parade, street vendors, lots of live entertainment and hands-on activities for all ages. [...]

Calling All Newcomers!

Monday, February 8th, 2010

Calling All Newcomers! Our area has become a magnet for newcomers, and we all bring our own traditions, habits and assumptions – our own cultures. The combination of old and new enriches our area, but also creates some challenges. Beginning on February 14, the Levine Museum will be sharing with us how our region is [...]

MissingMoney.com!

Tuesday, January 12th, 2010

MissingMoney.com! 1 in every 8 in the U.S. have some missing money. You can search for forgotten and lost money that is being held by the States for free. This website is officially endorsed by the National Association of Unclaimed Property, and the data is refreshed monthly. We know residents who collected over $1,900 in [...]

Grandchildren for the Ho Ho Ho Holidays!

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

Grandchildren for the Ho Ho Ho Holidays! Visit Grandparents.com for tips on bringing the family together, ultimate gift guides, things to do together, and just for fun ideas!! It’s Great to be Grand! Two featured events are: Singing Christmas Tree with the Polar Bears! On Dec. 12th at the Charlotte Ovens Auditorium, the popular Grey [...]

Shopping online versus the Mall!

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

Shopping online versus the Mall! There are benefits to both. When shopping online, look for free shipping deals. Your items come straight to your door. No searching for a parking space and no crowds. You can shop in your pajamas! Heading to the mall, there is no waiting for your items and no shipping costs. [...]

Pet Photo Shoot with Santa!

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

Pet Photo Shoot with Santa! Santa is coming to Pet Essentials (in Carmel Village) for photos with your families and pets. You will love the new backdrop. Stop by Dec. 5th, 6th, 12th & 13th (noon to 4pm). Call 704-341-9936 for more details

Christmas at Biltmore House!

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

Christmas at Biltmore House! Just 3 hours away located in the picturesque Asheville mountains. Elaborate decorations for Christmas. Featuring 100 decorated Christmas Trees, 100’s of wreaths and poinsettias. Its center piece is a 34 ft. Fraser Fir adorned with lights and 100’s of brightly wrapped gift boxes! Hop in your sleigh and take a scenic [...]

HOPE organizes Memorial Christmas Basket Fund!

Thursday, December 3rd, 2009

HOPE organizes Memorial Christmas Basket Fund! Helping Other People Effectively uses the money donated to the fund to buy grocery store vouchers and help with utilities for needy families in Lancaster County. To donate to Christmas Basket Fund mail checks to: P.O. Box 166 Lancaster, SC 2972

Easy Way to Save Money!

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009

Don’t Miss Out On The Easiest Way To Save Money In Charlotte! Sign up with WSOCTV.com and have savings from area businesses and news updates sent directly to your email!

Get A Flag That Has Flown Over The Capitol?

Wednesday, August 19th, 2009

Get A Flag That Has Flown Over The Capitol? Anyone can purchase a U.S. Flag that has flown over the United States Capitol building in Washington D.C. by writing a letter to your Senator with your request. Their address can be obtained by calling your Library and asking for it or going to the Senators [...]

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