Category Archives: Traditional Journalism

1st Buddy Walk for Down syndrome awareness at UNCC

Charlotte Observer University News Sunday, October 19, 2014 Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte supporters enter UNC Charlotte’s Jerry Richardson Stadium for the first Buddy Walk held there. Want to help? The Buddy Walk at UNC Charlotte’s Jerry Richardson Stadium … Continue reading

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Park project gets national attention for UNCC Graduate

Charlotte Observer South Charlotte News Sunday, October 19, 2014 Dylan McKnight didn’t get involved with the Reid Park Neighborhood Park project for recognition. He got involved because he wanted to help the neighborhood fulfill its 23-plus-year desire for a community … Continue reading

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Conference offers insight to siblings of those with Down syndrome

Charlotte Observer University News Sunday, October 12, 2014 Jonathan Isley joined hands with 14 school-aged, adolescent and adult siblings of people with Down syndrome at the Carolinas Down Syndrome Conference. In a tight-knit circle, the siblings worked together to come … Continue reading

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Our Bridge program offers classroom aid to immigrant children

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

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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