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Yahoo
03-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Barber-Scotia College, city of Concord resolve debt dispute
Barber-Scotia College has settled its debt with the city of Concord, the Independent Tribune reported. The dispute stemmed from the demolition of residence halls in 2014. PAST COVERAGE: Barber-Scotia denied tax-exempt status The city charged the college $380,000 to tear down dormitories. More than a decade later, Barber-Scotia will now pay $150,000 and hand over five properties. The historically Black college lost its accreditation in 2004. The school's president hopes to be fully accredited by 2026. Barber Scotia College works to pay off debt, earn back accreditation
Yahoo
31-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Bill aims to appoint ‘The Andy Griffith Show' as the TV show of North Carolina
The Andy Griffith Show is synonymous with North Carolina, and now lawmakers want to make it official. House Bill 557 would make The Andy Griffith Show the official TV show of the state. ALSO READ: 'Andy Griffith Show' reenergizes real-life Mayberry in North Carolina According to the Independent Tribune, the bills read like a biography of Griffith and his time in the Carolinas since his birth in Mount Airy in 1926. The bill also cites the show's popularity and longevity. The bill has passed its first reading and is now in committee. VIDEO: 'Andy Griffith Show' actress Maggie Peterson dead at 81
Yahoo
26-03-2025
- General
- Yahoo
James L. Dorton Park reopens in Concord after $60M renovation
James L. Dorton Park reopened Tuesday after being closed for over a year for renovations funded by a $60 million bond approved in November 2022. The park, located in Concord, underwent extensive upgrades, including a new playground, expanded parking, and improvements to the multi-purpose field. These enhancements are part of the city's first Parks and Recreation General Obligation Bond in nearly 40 years, which aims to renovate five existing parks and build four new ones. 'It's a special moment for our community as we unveil the incredible renovations that will bring new life, new energy and new memories to this park and this community,' said Parks and Recreation deputy director Jay Tryon. According to the Independent Tribune, the renovations at James L. Dorton Park include an updated restroom with an inclusive changing table, which is capable of holding several hundred pounds. ALSO READ: Mecklenburg County planning armed security in some Uptown parks The park also features two new pedestrian bridges, disc golf expansion from nine holes to 18 holes, stream restoration, and resurfaced tennis courts with added pickleball lines. The inclusive changing table was provided by the nonprofit Willow's Wish Foundation, founded by Mark Dail, whose daughter Willow was born with a rare Trisomy condition. This table is one of the first in North Carolina and the first in Cabarrus County. James L. Dorton Park, named after former City Alderman James Dorton, first opened in 2001 and spans 24 acres. Dorton's wife, Margaret, and daughter, Louise, attended the reopening ceremony. With the completion of Dorton Park, the city of Concord takes a significant step forward in enhancing community spaces, providing inclusive amenities, and fostering connections among residents. VIDEO: Security officers at some Charlotte parks could soon carry guns
Yahoo
24-02-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Historic Cabarrus Association working to preserve century-old schoolhouse
The Historic Cabarrus Association is working to preserve a schoolhouse that's more than a century old, according to the Independent Tribune. The African-American schoolhouse Meadow View was likely built in 1890. ALSO READ: Historic mountain general store, built more than century ago, goes up in flames A few months ago, organizers started a GoFundMe account to raise $7,000 to help preserve and revitalize the school. Officials said it will cost about $500,000 to rebuild the school. Meadow View currently resides in storage behind the Academy Center in Concord. VIDEO: Historic mountain general store, built more than century ago, goes up in flames
