Mary Ramsey

Jan 14, 2025 | masstransitmag.com | Mary Ramsey

The lone Republicans in Mecklenburg County’s Democrat-dominated state legislative delegation will play a critical role in the effort to get a sales tax referendum for transportation on the ballot. GOP State Sen. Vickie Sawyer and state Rep. Tricia Cotham joined the majority of the delegation Monday at a legislative briefing hosted by the Charlotte City Council largely focused on getting a bill through the General Assembly in 2025.

Jan 9, 2025 | yahoo.com | Mary Ramsey

Local and state agencies are urging the public to be cautious as the Charlotte area prepares for likely snow and ice. The National Weather Service said Thursday Mecklenburg County could see up to 1.5 inches of snow in some areas Friday as well as sleet and freezing rain. That would be Charlotte’s first measurable snow in three years. In addition to school and business closures, Mecklenburg County facilities will close at noon Friday and be closed Saturday.

Jan 6, 2025 | yahoo.com | Mary Ramsey

Brent Cagle took on the role of interim Charlotte Area Transit System CEO in November 2022 at a time of chaos. Rates of canceled or delayed trips were on the rise amid vacant positions and employee absences. The fatal shooting of a bus driver raised questions about safety. And a light rail derailment soon came to light, triggering a federal audit and costly repairs to Charlotte’s entire light rail fleet.

Dec 10, 2024 | yahoo.com | Mary Ramsey

Changes are coming to a major Charlotte holiday celebration one year after a high-profile shooting. But the group behind the city’s official New Year’s Eve event says the move is unrelated to the violence. This year’s CLT NYE will be held at Truist Field, Charlotte Center City Partners confirmed. The free annual celebration has traditionally been held along Tryon Street at Levine Avenue of the Arts in uptown.

Nov 28, 2024 | yahoo.com | Mary Ramsey

Generate Key TakeawaysAs the YMCA of Greater Charlotte celebrates its 150th anniversary, the organization’s leaders are focused on the next 150. What began as the Charlotte Association in November 1874 now boasts more than 15 branches, camps and an arts center. Its story has been closely linked to Charlotte’s for more than a century: from helping soldiers training at Camp Greene during World War I to the COVID-19 pandemic and navigating the region’s rapid growth.