🌱 UNC Issues Apology + New Adoptive Playground Unveiled

Hello, Charlotte. I'm here in your inbox per usual to get you up to speed on everything you need to know about what's going on around town.

But first, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and pleasant. High: 81 Low: 53.

Here are the top three stories in Charlotte today:

1. The University of North Carolina at Charlotte has issued an apology after an individual was arrested for wearing a knife in the student union. The individual is a follower of the Sikh religion and the knife is known as a kirpan, an article of faith. The individual was arrested by campus police after a 911 call was placed. (WSOCTV)
2. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is currently investigating a homicide that occurred near 12000 Deaton Hill Dr. on Friday night. An individual was discovered with multiple gunshot wounds and medics pronounced him dead on the scene. The department has not released information regarding an arrest, a motive, or the victim's identity. (My Fox 8)
3. On Saturday, Charlotte's Keith Family YMCA unveiled a new adaptive playground on Old Mallard Creek Road. The playground includes a selection of sensory play pieces, wide ramps, and diverse spaces. The new adaptive playground is part of the organization's inclusive programming expansion in the Greater Charlotte area. (WCNC)

Today in Charlotte:

• Charlotte City Council Public Forum/Business Meeting At Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center (5:00 PM)
• Shinedown At PNC Music Pavilion (7:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Is the current housing market making you feel a little overwhelmed? Consider this list of the latest properties in the Charlotte area to hit the market. Click to view the full list of properties that includes prices, photos, and property dimensions. (Charlotte Patch)
• Tomorrow, the Mint Museum is hosting Yoga at the Mint at 5:15 p.m. The one-hour yoga class is free for Mint members and $15 for non-members. Click to register. (Mint Museum)
• The Charlotte Museum of History is displaying "The Language of Clay: Gatawba Indian Pottery & Oral Traditions" exhibit through Dec. Click to learn more about the fascinating exhibit. (CharlotteMuseum.com)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday. I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow with another update!

— Danielle Fallon-O'Leary

About me: Danielle Fallon-O’Leary is a senior writer with content creation agency Lightning Media Partners and assists Patch.com with community newsletter curation. Danielle also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication Sciences and Disorders and works part-time as a pediatric speech therapist.