The Charlotte Optimist

by Michael Graff

A weekly column about Charlotte. Every Sunday night.

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A Season of Hope at Johnson C. Smith

A Season of Hope at Johnson C. Smith

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A Week With Border Patrol in Charlotte: A Photo Essay

A Week With Border Patrol in Charlotte: A Photo Essay

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The Vibe That Landed Scout Motors in Charlotte

The Vibe That Landed Scout Motors in Charlotte

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