LPGA’s Symetra Tour Championship is Coming To Lake Norman

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LPGA’s Symetra Tour Championship is Coming To Lake Norman

The 10th and final stop on the 2020 “Road to the LPGA” takes the Symetra Tour to River Run Country Club in Davidson for the 13th annual Symetra Tour Championship from November 1-6.

“We are excited to finalize the top-5 players in the Volvik Race for the Card and celebrate their LPGA Tour membership for the 2021 season,” said Mike Nichols, the Chief Business Officer of the Symetra Tour. “Additionally, all five will be awarded entry by the USGA into the U.S. Women’s Open at Champions Golf Club in December.  Seeing these elite athletes achieve a lifelong dream of becoming LPGA members as well entry into the final Major Championship of the season will truly create for a memorable week and fitting conclusion to the 40th season of the “Road to the LPGA.”

Greeting the 84-player field in Davidson is a total purse of $175,000. Individuals are set to compete in a 72-hole stroke play format with a cut to the low 60 players and ties after 36 holes. The winner’s share for the event is $26,250.

“We are honored to be hosting the 2020 Symetra Tour Championship. This year the players have overcome many obstacles and it has been a true test of their dedication to the game,” said Tom White, River Run Country Club General Manager. “We are excited to host them, celebrate them and especially award those who finish in the top-5 in the Volvik Race for the Card.”

The 2017 Symetra Tour Championship winner Rachel Rohanna (Marianne, Pennsylvania) is among the competitors. She finished No. 11 in the 201u Volvik Race for the Card. The victory in Daytona Beach was Rohanna’s second in her career.

“It’s been a rough year for everyone, but I am so happy to have had the opportunity to compete this year and I know I’m speaking for others when I say that.  We are very grateful for the wonderful sponsors and staff of the Symetra Tour who have worked as hard as we have to still make this a great year,” said Rohanna. “Winning the 2017 Symetra Tour Championship was certainly an unforgettable experience.  I knew I was playing really well leading up to it and couldn’t have asked for a win to come at a better time.  Finding out that I was pregnant 2 days later made it even more special. The trophy sits in my daughter’s room and hopefully will be a reminder to her someday that anything is possible.”

Action gets underway at 8:00 a.m. ET all four days with play starting off No. 1 and No. 10 tees in each round.
 
ABOUT THE SYMETRA TOUR 

The Symetra Tour is the official qualifying tour of the LPGA Tour and enters its 40th competitive season in 2020. With the support of entitlement partner Symetra, the Tour’s mission is to prepare the world’s best young women professional golfers for a successful career on the LPGA Tour. Since Symetra’s inaugural sponsorship year in 2012, the Symetra Tour has grown from 16 tournaments and $1.7 million in prize money to a record $4.0 million in prize money awarded in 2019. With more than 600 alumnae moving on to the LPGA, former Symetra Tour players have won a total of 445 LPGA titles. Follow the Symetra Tour on the web at www.SymetraTour.com, as well as Facebook.com/Road2LPGA, Twitter.com/Road2LPGA and Instagram @road2lpga.

UNC Charlotte Issues ‘2020 State of Housing in Charlotte’ Report

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UNC Charlotte Issues ‘2020 State of Housing in Charlotte’ Report

Housing prices in the Charlotte region – fueled by rapid population growth –  continue to rise, especially in the lowest-priced sector, according to a new report issued by UNC Charlotte’s Childress Klein Center for Real Estate (CKCRE).

State-of-Housing-Report.jpg“The Charlotte region has long benefitted from having good quality and relatively inexpensive housing,” said Yongqiang Chu, CKCRE director. “However, there are several real challenges to maintaining that advantage, especially in areas of housing affordability. Through our data-driven report, our aim is to bring these issues to light, as they will take regional coordination to address.”

Chu – who is also the Childress Klein Distinguished Professor of Real Estate and Urban Economics and professor of finance for the Belk College of Business – presented highlights from the report during the State of Charlotte Housing Virtual Summit on Thursday, Oct. 29.

Chu said home prices and rents will continue to outpace inflation until the region begins to produce new housing units in greater numbers than it has over the past eight years.

The COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t affected the overall trends in housing but has accelerated home prices, Chu said. During the pandemic, homeownership increased by 3 percentage points.

The “2020 State of Housing in Charlotte” research report also found that that: 

  • Population growth in the region is outpacing housing growth. From 2010 to 2019, the population grew by 1.9%, but housing units grew by only 1.6%.
  • Land prices are rising rapidly across the region, which is driving up the price of housing and also pushing more people toward the suburban fringe.
  • The lowest-priced segment of the owner-occupied market has seen the sharpest price increase, impacting low-income and middle-income affordability. Between 2010 and 2019, home prices in this segment have risen 195%, from $48,990 to $145,000. That’s an annual increase of 14.5%.
  • Middle-income housing affordability is becoming a significant challenge for the region. A household earning $65,000 a year can only comfortably afford about 36% of the homes available for sale.
  • As rates increase for all types of rental housing, the percentage of cost-burdened renters is high; and there is an ongoing need for additional low-income housing. In the region, 45% of all renters meet the definition of being cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of their gross incomes on housing costs.
  • Between 2018 and 2019, Charlotte’s population growth was the second highest among 11 national competitor cities and was the highest among eight regional competitor cities.
  • Home prices in Charlotte are moderate compared to regional and national competitors. However, the growth rate is among the highest. Between 2018 and 2019, the median housing price in the Charlotte region increased by 8.5% to $266,000.
  • Among regional competitor cities, Charlotte renters pay among the highest rates. However, the region is roughly average among national competitors.

Charlotte Stories is continually partnering with the best real estate agents in every part of the Charlotte region.

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    AMC Theaters in Charlotte Are Now Letting People Rent an Entire Theater For Just $99

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    AMC Theaters in Charlotte Are Now Letting People Rent an Entire Theater For Just $99

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    The pandemic of 2020 has affected almost every type of business in America, and perhaps none worse than movie theaters. After Regal Cinemas announced they would be going bankrupt, their biggest rival, AMC, announced one last-ditch effort to stay in business.

    The company will be letting individuals or a group of friends to rent out an entire movie theater to watch whatever they want for $99.

    On AMC’s new ‘rental site’, the company states:

    “Host a personal screening for one or make it a private party for up to 20 people total! It’s perfect for an everyday escape or a celebration to remember. Make AMC your next destination to meet friends and family and reserve an entire AMC Safe & Clean™ auditorium, starting at just $99+tax.” 

    All 4 AMC theaters in the Charlotte region are now running this special, including; Carolina Pavilion, Park Terrace, Northlake Mall, and Concord Mills.

    The company announced this week that its “existing cash resources would be largely depleted by the end of 2020 or early 2021” if the recent trends persist into next year.

    What are your thoughts on their new idea? 

    North Carolina Just Recorded Its Highest Number of New Covid Cases In 1 Day, Again

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    North Carolina Just Recorded Its Highest Number of New Covid Cases In 1 Day, Again

    The State of North Carolina has just recorded the highest number of new Covid-19 cases in 1 day, again.

    Yesterday, officials with the NC Department of Health and Human Services announced that there were a total of 2,885 new cases over a 24-hour period – the highest number our state has seen since the pandemic started (beating the previous highs of 2,716 on 10/23 and 2,684 cases on 10/16).

    We’ve also been seeing an increase in the number of hospitalized, with a total of 1,182 Covid-19 patients currently undergoing treatment.

    Here are the complete numbers from the past few weeks:

    On Wednesday, the governor of North Carolina, Roy Cooper, held a press briefing to discuss the alarming trend and talk about what the state is doing about it:

    What else do you think should be done to help slow the spread?

    Enjoy A Healthy Halloween This Year With Halloween At The University City Farmers Market

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    Enjoy A Healthy Halloween This Year With Halloween At The University City Farmers Market

    Due to the pandemic and the shutdown, many parents are avoiding trick or treating this year, but that doesn’t mean their kids won’t be able to enjoy dressing up and receiving some yummy treats.

    This weekend, the University City Farmers Market will be transforming into a trick or treat paradise for both adults and kids alike. There will be Halloween themed booths, candy for the kids, tons of organic produce, cooking demonstrations, and Nick Shaw will also be taking the stage for a spooktastic acoustic cover show of your favorite hits.

    University City Farmers Market supports local farmers and entrepreneurs. The farmers selected use organic practices to help steward the earth, while producing and sourcing some of the freshest and most nutritious food available in North Carolina. Visitors will find seasonal vegetables and fruits, pasture-raised egg and meats, as well as artisanal food and natural beauty-care products.

    University City Farmers Market will feature live music and local chef demonstrations. This fall, visitors can expect to find live musicians and DJs offering bluegrass, R&B/soul, hip hop, pop and other genres. Chef Lisa Brooks and Erique Berry will cook tasty treats from items you can find at University City Farmers Market. The food demos will focus on quick, healthy family-friendly dishes. All demonstrations and music performances will practice social distancing in accordance with Mecklenburg County and North Carolina State guidelines for the health and safety of all visitors. Similarly, capacity will be limited for shoppers to increase social distancing. Guests are encouraged to access the market by riding the LYNX Light Rail, walking or biking on the Barton Creek Greenway, or parking at Shoppes at University Place, 8929 JM Keynes Drive.

    More details about University City Farmers Market can be found at univcitymarket.org.

    Rents in Charlotte Down 2.3% Since Start of Pandemic – November 2020 Rental Report

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    Rents in Charlotte Down 2.3% Since Start of Pandemic – November 2020 Rental Report
    As the COVID-19 pandemic and its ensuing economic fallout continue to overwhelm renters across the country, monthly rent estimates paint the picture of a protracted national slowdown and uneven recovery.
    The national rent index is down 1.4% year-over-year, but there is tremendous regional variation beneath the surface. San Francisco and New York City continue to lead the nation in pandemic rent drops, while smaller markets like Boise and Colorado Springs are heating up.
    Here are some highlights for Charlotte from this month’s Apartment List rental report:
    • Rents in Charlotte increased 0.1% month-over-month, and are down by 2.3% since the start of the pandemic in March.
    • Year-over-year rent growth in Charlotte currently stands at -2.2%, compared to 3.1% at this time last year.
    • Median rents in Charlotte currently stand at $1070 for a 1-bedroom apartment and $1196 for a two-bedroom.

    Here’s how Charlotte faired to other major US cities:

    If you think rental prices around the Queen City have gotten too high and your thinking about buying a home – we can help.

    Charlotte Stories is continually partnering with the best real estate agents in every part of the Charlotte region.

    If you’re thinking about moving in or around Charlotte, let us connect you with a top agent in your area by filling out the form below:

       

      Governor Cooper Signs New Executive Order To Stop Renters From Being Evicted

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      Governor Cooper Signs New Executive Order To Stop Renters From Being Evicted

      The Governor of North Carolina has just issued a new executive order to stop renters from being evicted from their homes due to financial hardship related to the COVID-19 shutdown.

      Executive Order No. 171 specifically supplements the existing NC HOPE initiative, which pays landlords and utility companies directly in order to keep people in their homes with electricity still flowing.

      “Many families are trying to do the right thing, but this virus has made it difficult. Roughly three to 400,000 households across North Carolina are currently unable to pay rent. Therefore, today, I have signed a new Executive Order to prevent evictions in North Carolina for people who can’t afford the rent,” said Governor Cooper. “The result during this global pandemic will be more North Carolinians staying in their homes, more landlords getting paid rent, and fewer utility companies shutting off power.” 

      In addition, to help ease housing concerns, North Carolina is funding the Back@Home program, which helps families experiencing homelessness and provides financial relief to some landlords whose tenants are at risk of homelessness.

      Read the Executive Order.

      US Supreme Court Rejects Effort To Shorten North Carolina Mail-In Ballot Deadline

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      US Supreme Court Rejects Effort To Shorten North Carolina Mail-In Ballot Deadline

      The US Supreme Court has just voted 5-3 to reject an effort by the Trump campaign and North Carolina Republicans to block a mail-in ballot deadline extension of 6 days.

      The case was seeking to block a change that the North Carolina Elections Board made to the mail-in ballot deadline for the 2020 election. Due to challenges with Covid-19, and possible delays with the postal service, the board made the decision to extend the mail ballot deadline from November 6th to November 12th, while still requiring ballots to be postmarked no later than November 3rd.

      The board said it made the decision “to protect lawful North Carolina voters from having their votes thrown out because of mail delays that the Postal Service had explicitly warned the state about.”

      The Supreme Court’s 3 most conservative justices — Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito, and Neil Gorsuch — voted to block the change. Newly appointed Justice Amy Coney Barrett did not participate in the consideration of the case.

      About 1.4 million voters in North Carolina have requested mail ballots this year – almost 7 times as many as in 2016.

      For early-voting locations, sample ballots, or additional voting information, you can visit North Carolina’s State Board of Elections website here.

      University City’s New Weekly Food Truck Friday Is Happening Tomorrow Night

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      University City’s New Weekly Food Truck Friday Is Happening Tomorrow Night

      Tonight the University City Partners will be teaming up with Charlotte’s Street Eats program for city’s newest weekly Food Truck Friday, with socially distanced live music, food trucks, unique beer selections, and more.

      The event will take place at Armored Cow Brewing Co. every Friday evening from 4pm – 9pm.

      In addition to all the food trucks, Armored Cow will be offering a wide variety of full-gluten and gluten-free beers as well.

      https://www.facebook.com/armoredcowbrewing/posts/3818280381516885

      You can find out more information or what food trucks and musicians will be featured each week on Armored Cow’s Facebook Page here.

      Former Campaign Chairman Thinks NC is The #1 Battleground State in America

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      Former Campaign Chairman Thinks NC is The #1 Battleground State in America

      Former Republican Campaign Chairman Rick Gates stated today that he thinks North Carolina is the #1 battleground state in America.

      “The outcomes of North Carolina and Arizona will show Americans who is likely to win the presidency while other key states including Ohio, Pennsylvania, Florida, Wisconsin and Michigan are important markers,” said Gates. “The race is extremely close. Don’t look at the polls. Polls do not measure the precise level of voter intensity and this is critical on election day.”

      North Carolina voters still have 4 more days to vote early.

      Eligible Mecklenburg County residents may register and vote during the one-stop early
      voting period at the following locations:

      • Cornelius Town Hall 21445 Catawba Ave Cornelius 28031
      • Hough High School 12420 Bailey Rd Cornelius 28031
      • North County Library 16500 Holly Crest Ln Huntersville 28078
      •  North Mecklenburg High School 11201 Old Statesville Rd Huntersville 28078
      •  Butler High School 1810 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd Matthews 28105
      •  Matthews Elementary School 200 E. McDowell Street Matthews 28105
      •  Spectrum Center 333 E Trade St Charlotte 28202
      •  Bank of America Stadium 800 S Mint St Charlotte 28202
      •  Garinger High School 1100 Eastway Dr Charlotte 28205
      •  Bojangles Entertainment Complex 2700 E Independence Blvd Charlotte 28205
      •  Bette Rae Thomas Rec Center 2921 Tuckaseegee Rd Charlotte 28208
      •  West Boulevard Library 2157 West Blvd Charlotte 28208
      •  Renaissance West STEAM Academy 3241 New Renaissance Way Charlotte 28208
      •  Myers Park High School 2400 Colony Rd Charlotte 28209
      •  Queens Sports Complex at Marion Diehl Park 2229 Tyvola Road Charlotte 28210
      •  South Mecklenburg High School 8900 Park Rd Charlotte 28210
      •  Former Wells Fargo Southpark Area 4525 Sharon Rd Charlotte 28211
      •  East Mecklenburg High School 6800 Monroe Rd Charlotte 28212
      •  Mountain Island Lake Library 4420 Hoyt Galvin Way Charlotte 28214
      •  Hickory Grove Elementary School 6300 Highland Ave Charlotte 28215
      •  Allegra Westbrooks/Beatties Ford Library 2412 Beatties Ford Rd Charlotte 28216
      •  West Charlotte High School 2219 Senior Dr Charlotte 28216
      •  Hornet’s Nest Park 6301 Beatties Ford Rd Charlotte 28216
      •  Carmel Commons Shopping Center 7601 Pineville-Matthews Rd Charlotte 28226
      •  Independence High School 1967 Patriot Dr Charlotte 28227
      •  UNCC Belk Gymnasium 8911 University Rd Charlotte 28262
      •  Old Pier One University Area 8802 JW Clay Blvd Charlotte 28262
      •  Mallard Creek High School 3825 Johnston Oehler Rd Charlotte 28269
      •  Providence High School 1800 Pineville-Matthews Rd Charlotte 28270
      •  Southwest Middle School 13624 Steele Creek Rd Charlotte 28273
      •  Olympic High School 4301 Sandy Porter Rd Charlotte 28273
      •  Community House Middle School 9500 Community House Road Charlotte 28277
      •  Ardrey Kell High School 10220 Ardrey Kell Rd Charlotte 28277

      During the following times:

        • October 15
          All 33 Sites
          8 am – 7:30 pm
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          8 am – 7:30 pm
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        • October 30
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        • October 31
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          (Final Day)
          8 am – 3 pm

      For more voting locations, sample ballots, or additional voting information, you can visit Mecklenburg County’s Board of Elections site here.

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