Where Dry January Lasts a Lifetime
What we can all learn from a Charlotte 12-step recovery program, and what it needs to keep going
When Peace Walked Through Charlotte
Buddhist monks crossed into North Carolina on a 2,300-mile Walk for Peace. And for two days, Charlotte walked with them.
Good Night, Sweet Panthers
A playoff loss, a shared roar, and the moment Charlotte remembered how to believe together.
Why Charlotte’s Become a Destination for Pro Athletes to Call Home
The Panthers are playoff-bound for the first time since 2017. One contributing factor might be the city itself.
A letter from 2025 in Charlotte
What I’ve learned from a year of listening to Charlotte — and what comes next.
What We Choose to Grow in Charlotte
As land values soar, a sustainable local food system requires betting on people instead.
Another Test of Character
A stabbing on the light rail sparked national outrage again. It’s time to respond again.
A Big Idea for Charlotte’s Food System is at a Crossroads
Carolina Farm Trust was built to change the local food system. Then money dried up, staff was cut, and its founder became a lightning rod.
The Ugly Trees We Grow Into
A reflection on imperfect Christmas trees, odd neighbors, family traditions, and the characters who shape the season — from my childhood swamps to Charlotte today.
A Season of Hope at Johnson C. Smith
We embedded with JCSU’s football team as it marched toward its first CIAA football championship since 1969 this year. On the field and across campus, the resurgence shows what’s possible when a city lifts up its young people.









