Contributor: Jamie Richardson
In a world increasingly dominated by technology, the safety of our children online has become a pressing concern. Recognizing this need, Simon and Aletha Arkley founded The Lantern Project in 2020. With a mission to protect kids and empower parents, this nonprofit organization has become a beacon of hope in the fight against human trafficking and online exploitation.
The Arkleys, drawing from almost a decade of experience working with other nonprofits, identified the gaps in the system that allowed for the exploitation of young minds.
Simon, …
Contributor: Jamie Richardson
Photography: Michael A. Anderson Photography
📅 Dec 1st–3rd 2023
📍 The Hotel Concord, 14 Union Street N, Concord, NC 28025
In Cabarrus County, the Boys & Girls Club’s Festival of Trees has been a long-standing tradition that kicks off the holiday season in style, transforming the historic Hotel Concord into a winter wonderland filled with over 40 theme-decorated trees, dazzling lights, and the warmth of holiday cheer.
The 19th Annual Festival of Trees, presented by The Hotel Concord Event Venue, is set to take place from December 1-3…
Photography: Michael A. Anderson Photography
The Concord Rotary Club celebrated its centennial birthday with a Gala Event on Oct 19th at the Hotel Concord with over 100 Rotarians, guests, and distinguished members gathering to honor and give tribute to Concord Rotary’s legacy.
Pat Horton, the Chair for the event commented, “It is such an honor to be a Rotarian and a Paul Harris Fellow. This service organization helps others by giving back to our community through local service projects such as the construction of ROTARY Square in downtown Concord and the playground at J.W. M…
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📅 Saturday, Nov 4th, 1–6pm
📍 Cabarrus Brewing Company, 329 McGill Ave NW, Concord, NC 28027
Cabarrus Brewing Company (CBC) is partnering with Ukrainian Congress Committee of America (UCCA) and Blue Team International for this event.
CBC is hosting a fundraiser to raise $30,000 to provide five (5) medical evacuation vehicles for medics in Ukraine. The high-mobility trucks would go to the hardest-hit areas of the war and enable emergency personnel to reach tough-terrain areas.
There is currently a lack of ambulances with these capabilities – like lon…
The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary of Concord is hosting a clothing collection for the Angel Tree and Silver Wings in October.
📅 Oct 16th – Oct 29th
New clothing items for children ages newborn to 12 and for seniors in our community are being requested for this clothing collection. All sizes are needed, from infant to adult, both male and female.
🧥🧦👟 Clothing Collection items needed include: coats, gloves, hoodies, sweaters, long-sleeve t-shirts, jogging pants, underwear, pajamas, socks, and shoes, just to name some.
Local businesses are collecting while you shop or …
Contributor: Jamie Richardson
Cabarrus Meals on Wheels’ Soup Sampling fundraiser benefits elderly and homebound residents.
📅 Oct 29th from 11:30am to 1:30pm
📍 City Club at Gibson Mill, 325 McGill Ave. NW, Concord
This tasty fundraiser, now in its 18th year, warms both the tummy and the heart as it pairs the opportunity to sample soups from some of Cabarrus’ favorite restaurants with the goal of raising funds to support the elderly and homebound in our community.
This organization is dedicated to a beautiful mission: providing a hot meal and a warm hello to the…
Kick up your heels at Dinner & Dancin’ in The Dirt on Oct 21st.
Wings of Eagles Ranch (Concord)
📍4800 Faith Trails, Concord, NC 28025
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Nestled amidst the rolling hills and serene landscapes of Concord, Wings of Eagles Ranch inspires healing for adults and children with special needs, at-risk communities, and our local veterans. This non-profit Therapeutic Horseback Riding and Outdoor Adventure Center has been making a profound impact on the lives of those it serves.
In the spirit of community and support, Wings of Eagles Ranch annually ho…
Check out Jamie’s interview on CabCo Collective as she shares what it’s like to be the CW’s Head Blogger.
CabCo Collective
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CabCo Collective is a new podcast created by friends Amanda Wortman and Caitlin Fontaine who are both active in the community. They recently launched their new endeavor and interviewed our Head Blogger, Jamie Richardson, for their third episode.
“I wasn’t a blogger or writer prior to this,” said Richardson in her interview. “It was great to realize that I have this skill. I’ve done social media content, but not full art…
