7:02 - Guest Lewis Donald, founder of the Carolina BBQ festival and owner + pitmaster of Sweet Lew’s BBQ here is Charlotte discusses the Carolina BBQ Festival's brand-new event - the Fall Pig Pickin'! This inaugural celebration will combine the best of whole hog BBQ with the excitement of football season.

Sweet Lew shares his BBQ passion and the charities they support w/ Ed 19:46

 Date: Sunday, October 6, 2024  Time: Festivities kick off at 12:00 PM  Location: Sweet Lew's BBQ, 923 Belmont Ave, Charlotte, NC 28205 Whole Hog BBQ Buffet: Prepared by Pitmaster Lewis Donald of Sweet Lew's BBQ, featuring smoked grilled oysters, brisket tacos, and classic Southern sides like house-made pickles, slaw, baked beans, and potato salad.

• Panthers Watch Party: Cheer on the Carolina Panthers as they take the field at 1 PM.
• Complimentary Drinks: Each ticket includes 2 drink vouchers.
• Local Flavor: Enjoy access to lawn games and local vendors, showcasing the best of the Charlotte community.

7:22 - Two Segments from Nick Craig of The Carolina Journal News Hour - Bob Luebke, John Locke Foundation: (2023-2024 NC test scores), and calls to NC Gambling Helpline up 79% since sports betting went online in March, 10:00

Break

7:35 - Dr. Katie Passaretti, Vice President and Chief Epidemiologist, Atrium Health, leads efforts to detect, prevent, and respond to respiratory infectious disease threats in North Carolina.  She discusses the risks of flu, COVID-19, and RSV infections and how vaccines can help protect North Carolinians from severe illness, especially those at highest risk with Sharon 12:10 

7:48 - From Oct. 1-15, BISSELL Pet Foundation will sponsor reduced adoption fees at more than 360 shelters in 43 states. 12 shelters, here in the Carolinas.  Adopters can save a life and bring home a spayed/neutered, vaccinated pets available for adoption for just $50 or less. Brittany Schlacter, Marketing & Public Relations Specialist discusses the details w/ Ed 11:00