August 2009
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 | Brilliant!30 Geniuses. 25 Big Ideas. Citizen journalists, Edited by Richard Thurmond |
 | Lost and FoundWhen Luz Ma and Graham Beasley decided to start a family, they never dreamed they'd go to Russia and back. But that was nothing compared to the journey that awaited them when Luz Ma decided to find her son's birth parents By Jenny Deam |
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Life Lines
Our daughters are getting implants and going commando. Maybe they're just following our lead
By Laurie Prince
Education
Charter school KIPP Charlotte is using unorthodox methods to help students with poor academic backgrounds prepare for high school and college. It's working, and CMS is taking notes
By Sarah Crosland
buzz
| Music Singer-songwriter Jocelyn Ellis Living Long-distance love may not conquer all in a recession Power Charlotte's toughest cops Chatter Making money via multilevel marketing Marketplace The city's newest (and coolest) inventions Fitness The definitive guide to yoga in Charlotte | Fashion Hot for hobo bags Celebrity Hollywood celebs don jewelry designer Laura James's goods Travel Paper Skyscraper co-owner's must-have travel accessories Spotted The city’s best party pics Best Bets This month’s hottest events Agenda What to do and see in August |
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Local Flavor
Crave Dessert Bar offers sweet treats late night
Revisit
Ratcliffe on the Green goes French but stays local
A la Carte
News and gossip from the city's restaurant scene. Plus, Charlotte's restaurants are tweeting cool deals for diners
Nightlife
Cosmos hits the 'burbs
Uncorked
Great (cheap!) wines for late summer
Guide
An extensive guide to Charlotte's dining scene
