Category Archives: Newspaper

Johnson’s ‘Mented’ success for women of color

Posted on March 2, 2018 by crystalogormanwrites

Originally Published in South Charlotte Weekly SEPTEMBER 29, 2017 BY CRYSTAL O’GORMAN Charlotte native Amanda Johnson grew up going to the beauty parlor with her mother. She remembers listening to women discuss beauty hacks and trends. Johnson always loved beauty but she … Continue reading →

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Musician performing to help vets with PTSD

Posted on November 6, 2015 by crystalogormanwrites

The Charlotte Observer City News Moon says music helped him cope with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder He spent almost a year fighting in Iraq Jason Moon will perform at St John Neumann Catholic Church, 8451 Idlewild Road, at 7 p.m. … Continue reading →

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Grant will add more children’s activities to Chestnut Square Park

Posted on October 27, 2015 by crystalogormanwrites

The Charlotte Observer Union County News PlayPrints grants awarded to 41 N.C. departments Expect colorful outdoor artwork and games Chestnut Square Park will look a little brighter come spring. Indian Trail Parks and Recreation has received a PlayPrints grant, awarded … Continue reading →

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Expect more amenities at Crooked Creek Park

Posted on October 10, 2015 by crystalogormanwrites

The Charlotte Observer Union County News The town’s first dog park to open next month More than 24,000 people have visited park since May Crooked Creek Park has more amenities in the works for Indian Trail residents. Parks and Recreation … Continue reading →

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Students learn obstacles facing foreign-speaking community

Posted on October 1, 2015 by crystalogormanwrites

The Charlotte Observer University City News Exercise showed frustration of not speaking English in Charlotte They could only speak Spanish with those representing businesses, authorities 60 UNCC students represented impoverished newcomers UNC Charlotte students recently learned what’s it is like … Continue reading →

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