5 Personal and Memorable Gifts for Your SO

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Now that you have found the one for you, spending time together is your favorite thing to do, and that is sometimes the only gift you want. Sharing a meal together, traveling, and going on holiday adventures! All those little moments are gifts in themselves. Even though time together is the best gift to give to each other, it is still nice to give and receive an actual present.  We’ve found 5 gifts for you to give your person, that are personal, memorable, and they are definitely things they want.

  1. A Memorable Scented Candle

This year has been a big adjustment for everyone. The lack of travel, having to stay home, and the trips lost to the pandemic are hard pills to swallow. If your SO is missing a specific place this holiday season, Homesick Candles allows you take them there without leaving your home. A scent can instantly transport you to a different time, place, and memory, so why not pick a scent curated with a specific place in mind?  The city you met, where you got married, their hometown, or a place you plan to travel to together in the future. It is a sweet reminder of those special moments and future memories you will make together. You can also give a candle wax melter as a gift.

2. A Custom Pillow

So, your SO isn’t allowed to hang anything on the walls in their apartment, but they still want a way to display images of you two? Did you know you can get pillows with custom pictures on them? Score! Canvas People has you covered when it comes to customized products, and especially unique ones. Get your beau a pillow with your face on it, or if you are trying to keep things a little more casual, have a pillowcase printed with a picture from a sunset you shared together, or from their favorite camping trip. The pillow possibilities are endless, and their displaying of your love won’t hinder them from getting their full deposit back.

3. Underwear

Personal and memorable doesn’t exclusively mean impractical. New underwear is a meaningful gift that maintains all practicality factors. MeUndies has you covered on all those fronts (literally covered, too). They have undergarments for all shapes, sizes, and design preferences. And ok, if you want to take things to the next level… you can get matching underwear! (Wait… what were you thinking we were going to say?)  MeUndies uses ethically sourced materials, natural and sustainable fibers, and everything is imported under fair working conditions. You just can’t get any better than that. Take it from them: “it’s easy to match your bottom half with your better half”. So, what are you waiting for? Select your favorite styles, pick a fun design, and get to feeling comfortable with your person.

4. New Shoes

Continuing on the theme of practicality… When was the last time your SO bought themselves shoes that are actually comfortable, durable, and stylish? Yeah, too long ago, that’s what we thought. Well, they will be glad you read this, because you are about to upgrade their shoe game in a major way. Shoes from AllBirds are comfy, washable, environmentally friendly, and the perfect choice for someone who needs a shoe that will last. Their shoes are made from the finest Merino wool, meaning they are breathable, moisture-wicking, and temperature-regulating. And the best part, they aren’t scratchy! Oh, and did we mention their packaging is made with 90% recycled cardboard and their shoelaces are made of recycled plastic bottles? Yes, we have found you the perfect pair of shoes. You’re welcome.

5. Coordinate Bracelet

Getting a memorable gift sometimes means referencing a memory you have shared together. Something to remind them of a great moment in time. Something like a bracelet from Wanderer with the coordinates of where you met, where you crossed paths (no matter where it was), or your initials, all as a visual reminder of your love for them in that moment, and presently. 

We know that no matter what you get for your SO, they will love it because it came from your heart! So, don’t be afraid to go for it and give them something they will cherish!

How online casino gaming is growing in popularity in North Carolina

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The way we entertain ourselves online is constantly evolving, to the extent that the platforms and media we use are almost unrecognizable from a few short years ago. And it seems modern families across North Carolina have more choice than ever before. 

The advent of streaming services like Netflix, Amazon Prime, Disney+, and Hulu have put a world of entertainment at our fingertips, while the smartphone boom means we can take those platforms with us wherever we go.

Many will justifiably argue the merits of instant access to round-the-clock digital entertainment, but the impact on the way North Carolinians spend their free time away from work commitments is undeniable.

In this article, we will examine how online casino gaming has succeeded in taking its place alongside other entertainment sectors like streaming, in gaining a market share.

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Catching up

For a variety of reasons, the online gambling sector in America has traditionally been a little off the global pace, with marketplaces across Europe and Asia being at the forefront of the industry during its early development.

However, recent years have seen the rise of new platforms, established by leading names in the industry or offered by new start-ups, that are bringing the best and most exciting games to audiences here in North Carolina.

Today, there’s a huge array of casino games available, with a particular emphasis in the industry on engaging with new players through welcome offers. The welcome offers range from free spins on slots, to money back if your first bet fails, while the popular no deposit casino bonus allows players to sample the games without spending any of their own money.

This strategy has proved particularly effective in growing the market in America, as it has for several years globally.

Which games are the most popular?

Early online casino gaming was built around adapting traditional casino staples, like blackjack, poker, and roulette, for casino online play real money (read more here). Those games remain a major part of the modern landscape, with almost countless variations and twists on the classics available to players.

The arrival of the smartphone around 2007 challenged this status quo as it changed the way that the players enjoyed their favorite games. In the years that followed, many gamers chose to access the platforms on their phone instead of on a laptop or computer.

This helped inspire the growth of casual games, like bingo and slots, which, due to their nature, are better suited to being played on the go. The games are simple, fast-paced and can be completed often within a couple of minutes.

Individual hands of traditional games like blackjack, poker, and roulette can also be completed quickly, but a full session often commands more time and attention, which perhaps doesn’t lend itself as well to playing on the go.

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As you can see, there are numerous factors that have contributed to the increasing popularity of online casino gaming, here in North Carolina and across America. Undoubtedly, the success that the industry has enjoyed during the last five years in particular demonstrates its potential for the future.

Pros and Cons of CMS Drupal That You Need to Know in Advance

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Companies and individuals are regularly changing the configuration of their sites to have a convenient platform for users and owners. Therefore, they take into account all the pros and cons of a content management system. Despite the vast number of CMS available, it is hard to choose the right one. Drupal is considered to be one of the best in the market. However, it also has strengths and weaknesses, and therefore it is vital to know about them before using it.

Advantages of CMS Drupal

The system began to develop in 2000. During this time, dozens of its versions have changed. It was a raw product with a minimal set of tools at first. Every year, the creators have improved the core, increased the level of security, and introduced new functions. Currently, there are hundreds of thousands of ecommerce sites using Drupal around the world. Here are just some of its advantages:

  1. Open-source — this is open-source software, which means that you can update the source code of the program without paying any license fees.
  2. Orientation on developers — this CMS is suitable for experienced developers familiar with programming, which increases its popularity among web programmers.
  3. Creation of advanced sites — since Drupal was intended for developers, this software provides more functions for creating websites than WordPress and Joomla.
  4. Community software solution — it also creates data-intensive sites and community sites with numerous users.
  5. It is distributed gratuitously — users can take advantage of constant updates and improvements. According to various ratings, Drupal is one of the five leaders among free platforms.

Finally, among the key strengths of Drupal is a decent level of security. Any web resource is subject to various threats like viruses, hacker attacks, spam, and other troubles that can ruin the project. Each new release of the system provides an increase in protection level. It makes this CMS an inaccessible fortress.

Disadvantages of CMS Drupal

There are a few moments that can be considered as disadvantages of Drupal:

  1. It requires a high level of technical knowledge: as noted above, Drupal is an advanced CMS that requires the user to know about web development. If your team does not have an expert with experience in this area, then Drupal is most likely not the CMS that suits you. However, you can always hire a team of professionals to do this job for you.
  2. Fewer ready-made solutions: there are thousands of add-ons and design templates for Drupal. At the same time, their number is less than for WordPress.

Drupal is a decent choice for companies with experienced web developers. However, due to the complexity of its use, this CMS is not suitable for everyone. However, it provides the best level of website protection and an unlimited number of options that expand basic functionality. So, why not try it?

FDA Issues Massive Recall For Romaine Lettuce Sent To Carolinas Due To E. Coli Contamination

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The FDA just issued a massive recall for romaine lettuce sent to the Carolinas due to potential E. Coli contamination.

According to an official statement, the recalled lettuce is “labeled with a packed on date of 10/15/2020 or 10/16/2020, due to possible contamination with E. Coli 0157:H7. Packages contain a single head of romaine lettuce with the UPC number 0-27918-20314-9.”

A total of 3,396 cartons of the now recalled lettuce was shipped to both North Carolina and South Carolina and surrounding states.

The FDA now recommends that consumers throw away or return any products listed above. Before consuming any questionable meet, be sure to test for E. Coli with at-home testing strips available here.

Consumers with questions or concerns may call the Tanimura & Antle Consumer Hotline at 877-827-7388 Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.

CMPD Asking For Help In Finding Murder Suspects From Recent Shooting – $22,000 Reward

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CMPD has just released the surveillance footage of the June 22nd Beatties Ford Road shooting incident that claimed the lives of four members of our community.

They also announced that the reward amount has increased to a total of $22,000 for any information that might lead to the arrest of the suspects.

If you have any information about this shooting, please call (704) 334-1600. Completely anonymous.

Please help spread the word.

South Carolina Saw The 2nd Fastest Weekly Unemployment Claims Recovery

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Despite the fact that the U.S. is dealing with an uptick in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, new unemployment claims decreased week-over-week on November 2, and were 90% below the peak during the COVID-19 pandemic. To help add some context to these statistics, WalletHub just released updated rankings for the States Whose Weekly Unemployment Claims Are Recovering the Quickest.

To identify which states’ workforces are experiencing the quickest recovery from COVID-19, WalletHub compared the 50 states and the District of Columbia across three metrics based on changes in unemployment claims.

South Carolina saw the 2nd fastest recovering numbers over the past week and North Carolina saw the 25th fastest in the nation.

States Whose Unemployment Claims Are Recovering the Quickest

State Recovered Most Since Last Week  Recovered Most Since Start of COVID-19 Crisis 
Oregon 1 1
South Carolina 2 38
West Virginia 3 10
Vermont 4 6
Pennsylvania 5 7
Connecticut 6 2
Kentucky 7 45
South Dakota 8 40
New Jersey 9 3
Montana 10 8
Wyoming 11 4
Michigan 12 32
Missouri 13 18
Arkansas 14 12
Iowa 15 5
Utah 16 14
Oklahoma 17 47
Minnesota 18 37
North Dakota 19 23
Wisconsin 20 11
Delaware 21 19
New York 22 22
Maine 23 41
Rhode Island 24 16
North Carolina 25 43
Texas 26 21
Arizona 27 9
District of Columbia 28 25
Ohio 29 24
Nebraska 30 31
Tennessee 31 35
Idaho 32 20
Alabama 33 36
Mississippi 34 42
Maryland 35 27
Georgia 36 51
Colorado 37 34
Hawaii 38 30
New Hampshire 39 49
Washington 40 29
Nevada 41 28
California 42 15
Indiana 43 44
Alaska 44 17
Virginia 45 46
New Mexico 46 33
Louisiana 47 48
Florida 48 50
Massachusetts 49 26
Illinois 50 13
Kansas 51 39

CMPD Launches Powerful New Crime-Fighting App For Charlotte Residents – MyCMPD

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The Charlotte Mecklenburg Police Department has just released a powerful new piece of technology that they hope will make all residents safer moving forward.

If you witness a crime or are the victim of a crime, you can now report it directly onto CMPD’s new MyCMPD app.

The app was officially launched yesterday on Android and Apple app stores.

It will now allow almost instantaneous 2-way communication between officers and residents, with a real-time response tracker, crime report statuses, and streaming alerts.

Find out more information about the new app by watching yesterday’s press briefing here:

Day Trading: Unique Risks and Rewards

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Have you ever considered becoming a day trader? Many people wonder whether the potential rewards are big enough to cancel out the obvious risks of the hectic, high-pressure career. The funny thing about day trading is that there are so many myths about it, most of them negative. The fact is that hundreds of thousands of average working people make a decent living doing it and don’t end up broke or at their wit’s end.

One thing that keeps these trading warriors on track is technology. Most of them have excellent brokerage platforms, know what kinds of technical indicators work best for what they trade, and are extremely smart about money management. For example, you can read a comprehensive thinkorswim review, or a review of another platform to find out what kinds of service, indicators, and customer support the average day trader needs and expects. Most of the top platforms are ideal for traders of all abilities. 

The question for those who want to make buying and selling a daily job is this: do the rewards outweigh the risks? For those who approach it in the right way and with the right tools, it usually does. What are the pros and cons? Here’s a short list of the most pertinent ones to think about before you give up your day job.

Steady Income

It’s fair to say that average day trader has cyclical income. There are no weekly or bi-weekly paychecks, but viewed on a monthly or quarterly basis, income can be steady, perhaps similar to a commission salesperson. The key to earning a steady profit is sticking with the effort, working every session, and having enough startup funds to carry you through a few months of the learning curve. It’s very common for new traders to keep a regular part-time job as a source of reliable income.

Potential Losses

There is the chance that you could lose your entire investment. For those who go into game too quickly and with too many wild-eyed dreams of making millions, it’s easy to overspend, overcommit, and make unwise decisions. The real pros/cons of day trading with TD Ameritrade, for example, can balance out over time. That’s because most anyone can avoid large initial losses by sticking to their own rules, using a platform that has a simulator for practicing, and knowing when to stay out of the markets.

Low Startup Costs

Unless you want to trade traditional stocks on a daily basis, it’s easy to sidestep the high initial balance requirements. For example, forex and CFD (contracts for difference) enthusiasts can do as many transactions as they want without being flagged as a pattern day trader. In essence, when you decide to become a trader, your startup costs can be quite low. Of course, you’ll need money to trade with, but other than that, you might just need some software and an extra computer monitor.

More Experience Means Higher Profits

Expect to spend several months, at least, before you’re turning a regular profit. On the plus side, once you have a year or two of experience under your belt, you might realize you’ve found the perfect career.

Heineken Selects Charlotte As 1 of 2 Test Markets For New Line of Hard Teas

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Heineken just selected Charlotte to became one of the 2 test markets in America to try out their new line of sparkling hard lemonades and teas.

The new ‘Merchant’s’ line offers a more mature beverage experience than the more intensely sweet hard lemonades and teas on the market today. Available in Lemonade and Peach Tea flavors, Merchant’s is crafted with barrel-aged flavor to deliver soft notes of vanilla and oak. The Lemonade is balanced with a touch of honey, and the Peach Tea is sweetened with a hint of peach, to deliver a complex yet smooth finish without the sweetness.

Merchant’s is now available in most major grocery stores around Charlotte, including at all of our Harris Teeters.

Flood Warnings Issued For Charlotte As Storm Dumps Record Amount of Rain On Our Region

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A massive line of thunderstorms is now dumping a record amount of rain on the Charlotte region this morning.

The National Weather Service issued the following warning for our area:

* Flash Flood Warning for...
  Eastern Catawba County in the piedmont of North Carolina...
  Southeastern Cleveland County in the piedmont of North Carolina...
  West Central Davie County in the piedmont of North Carolina...
  Gaston County in the piedmont of North Carolina...
  Iredell County in the piedmont of North Carolina...
  Lincoln County in the piedmont of North Carolina...
  Northwestern Mecklenburg County in the piedmont of North Carolina...
  Northwestern Rowan County in the piedmont of North Carolina...

* Until 1100 AM EST.

* At 827 AM EST, After widespread storm total rainfall amounts of 3
  to 4 inches with locally higher amounts, excessive runoff will
  continue this morning all across the warned area.  Numerous roads
  remained flooded and motorists are urged to use caution while
  traveling this morning!

As of 9:30am, Charlotte has received a total of 3 inches of rainfall, smashing the previous November 12th record of 1.78 inches, which was set back in 2018.

Here are some shots from around Charlotte this morning from live webcams:

Rain is expected to continue falling for much of the morning, a point Charlotte’s own Marcus Baker did a great job of explaining:

 

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Spotlight Media Weather Update Charlotte, NC November 12th,2020 #weather #charlottenc #explore #share #spotlightmediaclt #wdrb #rain

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The record level of rain has caused many roads, streams, and backyards around Charlotte to flood.

 

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Bruh me overexagerating

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Here is a shot of I-85 South near the Beatties Ford Rd. exit:

 

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I-85 on the way to the airport. Lake Charlotte!

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