Tag Archives: The Charlotte Observer

GenerationNation gets young people involved

Posted on December 21, 2014 by crystalogormanwrites

Deirdre Jonese Austin, a 17-year-old Independence High School senior, said that before joining GenerationNation, she hadn’t given much thought whether her voice mattered. “Now I know it does,” she said. “Each time a city council member, county commissioner, school board … Continue reading →

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The Ballantyne Chorale prepares for first performance

Posted on April 12, 2014 by crystalogormanwrites

The Charlotte Observer South Charlotte News Sunday, April 2014 In a small music room at Hawk Ridge Elementary School, 13 voices joined together in melodious harmony. Men and women, ages 17-70, from various backgrounds and cultures sang, joked and embraced … Continue reading →

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Local children’s author debuts her first picture book

Posted on October 12, 2012 by crystalogormanwrites

The Charlotte Observer Cabarrus News October 2012 Even though Donna Earnhardt has always wanted to be a writer, her oldest daughter led her to her calling as a children’s author when she began making up stories for her when she … Continue reading →

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Accomplished foreign exchange students attending local high schools

Posted on September 12, 2012 by crystalogormanwrites

The Charlotte Observer Cabarrus News September 2012 A new school year brings new opportunities. Giorgio Chessa, a 16-year-old senior attending Statesville High School said, “It’s all about being open to experiencing life as its happening.” Chessa is a foreign exchange … Continue reading →

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Donnie Whittington: A Man of Integrity

Posted on February 12, 2012 by crystalogormanwrites

The Charlotte Observer Cabarrus News February 2012 Donnie Whittington passed away on February 15, 2012, but his legacy lives on through the many lives he has touched during his 55 years working at the Boys and Girls Club of Cabarrus … Continue reading →

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