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"Vine-Famous" Davidson Day student. More followers than the Biebs.

Nov 21, 2013 | scoop team

He’s a millionaire, in the Vine world that is. 15 year old Nash Grier of Mooresville has struck fame with his creative Vine posts. From animals to religion (and lots of topics in between) Grier has captured the attention of many including the national media with his 6 second videos. So many followers, in fact, […]


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Baseball Love Story- Finding My Father’s Voice

Nov 3, 2013 | scoop team

I am a  “fatherless daughter”.  My father died in 1971 from Leukemia. I was only 3 at the time. I have spent my life piecing together this man. Building him from pictures, shirts, glasses, music, letters and stories. Now I am looking for his voice. My father, Verlon Walker, was a coach for the Chicago […]



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The Neighborhood Scoop on Plaza Midwood

Oct 16, 2013 | scoop team

Situated a few miles outside of center city, ethnically diverse, hip, gritty, urban cool and a little bit of “I don’t care” attitude is Plaza Midwood. The Home of The Diamond, The Penguin, Fuel Pizza,  Thirsty Beaver and The Loose Lug Nuts. I’ve lived here 17 years through the metamorphosis from forgotten to noticed. The twists and […]


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How to turn a Camping trip into a Glamping trip

Oct 9, 2013 | scoop team

Most of us know how to pack for a camping trip.  And if we don’t, there’s always Dick’s. But Glamping is taking it to an entirely different level. (Here’s our feature from last week on Where To Go Glamping Near Charlotte).  Think of it more like luxe picnicking or elegant tailgating and you get the […]



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What is Glamping and How To Do It near Charlotte.

Oct 2, 2013 | scoop team

After a bad camping experience this summer, I vowed that from now on, I would only use my precious vacation days for a getaway that included a bed, a shower, and air conditioning. Luckily, glamping (glamorous camping) is a way to enjoy the beauty of nature without actually having to pitch a tent or start […]




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Sophisticated Tailgating for The Queen’s Cup Steeplechase.

Apr 16, 2013 | scoop team

It’s tailgating at the next level. A picnic “Downton Abbey” style. Lady’s in hats, gentlemen in seer sucker bow ties , elaborate table settings and upscale dining. The Queens Cup Steeplechase is a signal to most Charlotteans that Spring has arrived.  On Saturday April 27th the tailgaters converge upon Brooklandwood Racecourse for a day of […]


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Where to snack, sip and shop in Savannah

Mar 30, 2013 | scoop team

Believe it or not, Savannah’s not all ghost tours and girl scouts. The quaint Georgian town is as charming and beautiful as it is vibrant. With yesteryear appeal and a cultural pulse, it’s a must-visit destination for any Charlottean looking for a quick getaway. The drive is under four hours- and well worth it- for the beauty awaiting down South. […]


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Emily Maynard’s new fashion & beauty blog

Mar 17, 2013 | Susu

The Queen City’s sweetheart, Emily Maynard, recently launched her own fashion & beauty blog, simply and aptly named www.emilymaynard.com.  According to her “about” page, Emily decided to create this blog so she could have a place to write down and share answers to all of the things people ask her – like where she gets […]


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