Category Archives: Newspaper

Our Bridge program offers classroom aid to immigrant children

Posted on October 8, 2014 by crystalogormanwrites

The Charlotte Observer South Charlotte News (North) Tuesday, October 07, 2014 On Sept. 29, 70 elementary students sat cross-legged in rows on a blue rug at Our Bridge, a nonprofit after-school program Sept. 29. Chatter stopped when they spoke in unison with … Continue reading →

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Zombies come alive Oct. 4 to help the hungry in Gastonia

Posted on September 28, 2014 by crystalogormanwrites

The Charlotte Observer Gaston/Catawba News Saturday, September 27, 2014 The living dead rise to help the hungry and homeless Oct. 4 for the third annual Downtown Gastonia Zombie Walk and Food Drive. This family-friendly street festival includes performances from local indie … Continue reading →

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Charlotte school’s I-CAP fosters creative expressions of life lessons

Posted on September 28, 2014 by crystalogormanwrites

The Charlotte Observer City News Saturday, September 27, 2014 It’s 3:15 p.m. on a Tuesday afternoon: School announcements blare over the sound system and a crowd of students floods the halls at Bruns Academy. Most students are hurrying home, but 16 … Continue reading →

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Foundation celebrates building Liberian school

Posted on September 25, 2014 by crystalogormanwrites

The Charlotte Observer Cabarrus News Wednesday, September 24, 2014 Saya Doe-Sio knows what it’s like to overcome challenges. Doe-Sio grew up in Buchanan, Grand Bassa County, Liberia, and struggled every day. Her mother, the late Annie T. Doe, encouraged her … Continue reading →

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Mother keeps fighting for daughter’s dream: No more cancer.

Posted on September 17, 2014 by crystalogormanwrites

The Charlotte Observer South Charlotte News Tuesday, September 16, 2014 Isabella Santos lives on in the Santos home. Her mother, Erin Santos, said Isabella’s room is just as it has always been, filled with princess costumes and American Girl dolls. … Continue reading →

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