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He's leading Queens to become 'a bigger vision of itself'

Editor’s note: It’s Leadership Week at The Charlotte Ledger, and we’re talking with some of Charlotte’s most highly regarded leaders across different industries about the best lessons and advice they’ve garnered over the years about leadership.

Apr 13, 2022

Jennifer Appleby on building culture through leadership

Wray Ward's chief creative officer and majority owner reflects on the growth in women's leadership in Charlotte and says leadership is learned through both the big challenges and the small tasks

Apr 12, 2022

5 pearls of leadership wisdom from Tony Zeiss

The former longtime president of Central Piedmont Community College says good leaders must listen, unite people for a common goal and be inclusive yet decisive; 'figure out what motivates people'

Apr 11, 2022

Charlotte FC ready for 'revenge game' vs. Atlanta United

Plus: Lindsey inks new deal, Jozwiak secures his visa, Fans prepare 'The Poznan' cheer; Miguel Angel Ramirez setting fashion trends and more

Apr 8, 2022

CMS unveils proposed south Charlotte student assignment maps

Plus: A commercial banker weighs in on how businesses are faring; What's ahead for Tepper in S.C.?; Hot March rezonings 🔥; Get ready for the Ledger's Leadership Week!

Apr 8, 2022

View from a banker: Charlotte-area companies are juggling challenges but remain bullish

The following article appeared in the April 8, 2022, edition of The Charlotte Ledger, an e-newsletter with business-y local news and analysis. Q&A: Wells Fargo commercial banking leader on interest rates, economic challenges, Charlotte-area outlook For many local businesses, it’s a tricky economic time: Finding qualified workers is tough. Shortages are rippling through many industries. Prices are rising dramatically. And interest rates are climbing.

Apr 8, 2022

Charlotte rezoning petitions in March

Developers reveal plans for Dilworth apartments, Elizabeth hotel, senior living in Grier Heights, veterans' shelter by airport, apartments in MoRa, new housing in Mallard Creek

Apr 7, 2022

Bye-bye braces? Kids are opting for clear teeth-straighteners

Plus: Prime stretch of land sold near Bank of America Stadium; Could sip-and-stroll areas be in Charlotte's future? Ledger NCAA pool winners announced

Apr 6, 2022

Ways of Life: Uptown club owner was a community connector

Also remembered: A cosmetologist who owned and operated Muriel’s Beauty Shop; a baseball and football coach at several area high schools; a multifaceted musician who owned Old House Studio

Apr 5, 2022

Introducing The Ledger's 40 Over 40 winners

From medical entrepreneurs to educators to volunteers helping battle hunger and homelessness, this year's group of 40 leaders aged 40+ is making a difference in Charlotte

Apr 4, 2022

Finding fellowship beyond the synagogue

Plus: Readers' dog photos; How our April Fools' edition came together; Ledger crossword; Top news of the week — Big Duke-Carolina game tonight; High-rise headed to Levine Museum spot, and more

Apr 2, 2022

Charlotte FC's goalkeeper is becoming a fan favorite

Settling the Twitter controversy over Swiderski's hamstring; Sergio Ruiz celebrates triumphant return; Charlotte FC players out on the town — and more

Apr 1, 2022

The future of South End is underground // APRIL FOOLS' EDITION

Plus: Bojangles struggles with new supply shortages; Historians uncover historic Chick-fil-A photo; Openings from our job board; Jay Bilas previews Final Four; Another honor for Leah & Louise

Apr 1, 2022

Readers respond: Your fetching dog photos🐶📷

This article was published in The Charlotte Ledger e-newsletter on April 2, 2022.

Mar 31, 2022

BREAKING: High-rise apartment tower headed to Levine Museum site

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Mar 31, 2022

Tolls rise on I-77

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Mar 31, 2022

The roads to the Final Four are actually in Gastonia

Plus: CMS administrator leading boundary decisions is departing; Auto plant with 7,500 jobs heads to Triangle; Review of new airport lounge; Libel suit could be costly; 'Tammy Faye' actress wins Oscar

Mar 30, 2022

The roads to the Final Four are actually in Gastonia

This article was published in The Charlotte Ledger e-newsletter on March 30, 2022.

Mar 30, 2022

Ways of Life: His clients left with a haircut and a smile

Also remembered: A former assistant principal with CMS; a premier custom home builder; the former CEO of Plaza Appliance Mart; a student at Myers Park High School

Mar 29, 2022

Suiting up with the help of Sue

Plus: SouthPark condos removed from taxing district; 1/3 of Camp North End to be declared historic; City Council votes on development 'policy map'; Duke favored by 4.5; CMPD officer delivers baby

Mar 28, 2022

Suiting up with the help of Sue

This article was published in The Charlotte Ledger e-newsletter on March 28, 2022.

Mar 28, 2022

📸 It's spring: Who let the dogs out?

Plus: New Ledger crossword and top news of the week — Charlotte jobs surpass pre-Covid levels; New SouthPark tower plans unveiled; Duke-UNC Final Four matchup looming?

Mar 26, 2022

Basking in Charlotte FC's first win

Swiderski's two-goal breakout; Ramirez's emotional reaction; Bender's karate kick celebration; Making sense of Alvicar's flop; The tifo baby gift for Ruiz

Mar 25, 2022

Charlotte restaurant owner sues journalist after Twitter feud

Plus: Answering reader question on Ardrey Kell construction; an upswing in golf retail; Winston delivers $2B budget proposal with pay raises for teachers; Garth Brooks tickets go on sale this morning

Mar 25, 2022

How the cost of widening a Matthews road increased 10x

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Mar 24, 2022