homelessness
Letter to the editor: Joe Vagnone on homeless rights and personal responsibility
April 25. [Opinion] By Joe Vagnone. Regarding the Supreme Court case on homeless rights, while I appreciate your dedication to these issues, I find myself respectfully disagreeing with some of the points raised. Firstly, it’s crucial to distinguish between advocating for racial equity and social justice and the specific issue of homelessness. While both are […]
Everybody counts: Homeless census takes place Thursday
Jan. 23. it can be hard to comprehend the number of homeless people here in light of the apparent prosperity around us, especially in North Mecklenburg. The 2024 Department of Housing Urban Development Point-in-Time (PIT) count on Jan. 25 will span out across Mecklenburg County streets, shelters and encampments to identify individuals who are living […]
Big impact: Tiny House for veterans open for tours Saturday
Nov. 4. As Veterans Day approaches, Lake Norman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram has partnered with Purple Heart Homes on a tiny house that will be used as either a transitional home or a full-time residence for a veteran. The public is invited to tour the tiny home and learn about what Purple Heart Homes and […]
