Meilin Tompkins
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North Carolina, United States
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Here's how the St. Augustine Alligator Farm is keeping its animals safe during Hurricane Ian
The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park closed Wednesday and is taking all of the necessary precautions to keep its animals safe during Hurricane Ian. → Read More
Gov. DeSantis: Duval County will see impacts from Hurricane Ian
The Florida Governor said the storm is expected to travel across the central part of the state and cause havoc. → Read More
Bald eagle spotted going through TSA at Charlotte airport
The TSA said Clark the eagle is trained to spread his wings and even show off a bit during screening. → Read More
Nick Cannon honors 102-year-old grandma
She was recognized by her alma mater, Barber-Scotia College, as well as other local leaders including Mayor Vi Lyles. → Read More
Nationwide push to refocus Columbus Day to Indigenous Peoples' Day
Meanwhile many places have stopped celebrating Columbus Day altogether, including North Carolina. → Read More
Lowe's is giving away free gardening kits in April. Here's how to sign up!
Lowe's is helping people to transform their homes this April with free curbside gardening kits. → Read More
Lowe's is giving away free gardening kits in April, here's how to sign up
Lowe's is helping people to transform their homes this April with free curbside gardening kits. → Read More
Free Krispy Kreme doughnut for anyone who gets their COVID vaccine
Those who get vaccinated in the United States can get a sweet treat from Krispy Kreme starting Monday. → Read More
Free Krispy Kreme doughnut for anyone who gets their COVID vaccine
Those who get vaccinated in the United States can get a sweet treat from Krispy Kreme starting Monday. → Read More
World War II, Korean War and Vietnam War veteran turns 100
George Alexander, a World War II, Vietnam and Korean War veteran is turning 100 years old on Feb. 1 at his home in South Carolina. → Read More
The oldest living American is from Charlotte and she's celebrating her 116th birthday
The oldest living American is set to celebrate her 116th birthday in Charlotte, North Carolina. → Read More
Charlotte teen registered people to vote as they waited in Popeyes line
Instead of the complaining about the long lines at Popeyes, 17-year-old David Ledbetter took the opportunity to make a difference in his community! → Read More
'Oh my goodness, it's a shark!' | Shark spotted swimming near beachgoers in Myrtle Beach
"My boys loved it and have watched this video on repeat." → Read More
Charlotte man creating fun and engaging bed sheets for children in hospitals
Gatlin said it was important for him to focus on kids in the hospital when he created his product. → Read More
How to get a free Bloomin’ Onion from Outback today
Outback is giving customers a free Bloomin’ Onion on Monday because NASCAR driver Kevin Harvick finished fourth in a race. Here’s how to get the freebie. → Read More
Shaq thanks CMPD for controlling traffic in uptown during All-Star Weekend
Notable sportscaster and former basketball star Shaquille O’Neill was spotted thanking Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police officers while they were out controlling traffic in the heavily congested city. → Read More
Krispy Kreme is saving Valentine’s Day with their ‘candy conversation hearts’ doughnuts
Krispy Kreme is saving Valentine’s Day with their ‘candy conversation hearts’ doughnuts → Read More
Family kicked off flight after passengers complained about body odor
A family said they were left embarrassed at a Florida airport after being booted from their flight because other passengers said they smelled bad. → Read More
The Grinch was spotted plowing snow in Boone, N.C.
Even the mean old Grinch has to plow his way out of trouble in Boone, N.C. → Read More
Pro-Trump website selling 'Build the Wall' toy set for kids
A Pro-Trump website is encouraging kids to "Build the Wall" with a 101-piece MAGA building blocks toy set. → Read More