A large group gathered Friday for the grand opening of The View at NoDA a public-owned apartment development near downtown that was hailed as an achievement to bring affordable housing to the area The ceremonious cutting of a ribbon took place in the shine of the new complex a housing project erected in the 1970s that in its latter years had become a place riddled with crime and structural problems But those old dwellings were razed to bring new and affordable housing to the site gave thanks to those who ushered in the development but he also thanked the citizens in Athens-Clarke County “What I don’t want to leave out is the people,” he said who grew up in the Broad Acres public housing described the complex as “a place where you can feel good about raising your children You can feel good about coming home from work every day The View at NoDA (the name is a take on North Downtown Athens) is a 120-apartment complex with rental rate structures that fit a range of financial incomes Many of the former residents of  Bethel are expected to return UGA Event: Take the family to UGArden to see the farm, enjoy events at student-run farm operation The complex is modeled after Columbia Brookside off Hawthorne Avenue in Athens said this was the first phase of development for the north Athens area quality and affordable housing that can change lives “We’re going to be making people’s lives better for generations to come,” said Athens-Clarke County Mayor Kelly Girtz who resides about 200 yards from the complex The complex was developed through Columbia Residential and Jonathan Rose Companies in a partnership with the housing authority and the Athens government Among those speaking for their companies were Carmen Chubb with Columbia Residential LeMoni Burney with the Georgia Department of Community Affairs Leslie Meyers of Key Bank and Charice Heywood of U.S the latter which was the equity investor and lender for the project who formerly was AHA director for 34 years before retiring in June 2023 He noted that for years people were concerned about what was happening in Bethel Homes but he had to explain it was a privately-owned apartment complex But in 2017 after people saw how the old Pauldoe Homes was turned into a modern mixed-income village called Columbia Brookside a solution to create similar housing for Bethel was discussed by the AHA board the ACC government approved a strategy to purchase Bethel Homes from the current owner with the use of SPLOST funding but Parker explained the “first insurmountable challenge occurred almost immediately.” advertised the property for sale nationwide This happened when the important SPLOST vote on the proposal was still 10 months away Making a competitive bid in these circumstances was a significant problem But Columbia Brookside and Jonathan Rose offered to help and a $16 million bid was structured There was also a private developer making a bid for the property What tipped the scales in the bidding process the founder and CEO of Columbia Residential personally visited the Russell family and convinced them that the community-based effort in Athens “was their best course of action.” “The purchase miracle was complete,” Parker said Commissioners approved a non-binding agreement between ACC and the Athens Housing Authority for the redevelopment of Bethel Homes if SPLOST 2020 passes Project partners gather in front of The View at NoDA courtyard for a ribbon cutting ceremony at 11 a.m to celebrate the phase I completion and grand opening The project is intended to increase the amount of mixed-income housing in Athens Project partners and future residents alike gathered in The View at NoDA courtyard for a ribbon cutting ceremony at 11 a.m Located on 101 Madison Ave. in the north side of downtown Athens, The View at NoDA is a 120-unit mixed-income housing development. The first phase of a four-phase project to redevelop the Bethel Midtown Village housing this dense-housing project seeks to increase affordable housing in Athens The completed project at the end of phase four will consist of over 500 residences and hopes to double the number of affordable housing options in downtown Athens The ceremony began with an introduction from Rick Parker former CEO of the Athens Housing Authority He was followed by the current executive director of the AHA Other speakers included Jonathan Rose Companies’ senior director of development Georgia Department of Community Affairs Office of Housing Finance member LeMoni Burney KeyBank Senior Vice President Leslie Meyers Bancorp Impact Finance Assistant Vice President Charice Heywood and AHA Board Chair Valdon Daniel “Many years we spent meeting in the community room on this site trying to game out how to make this a better place for human beings: a place where people were going to be safe and comfortable able to raise their children and enjoy their retirement,” Girtz said during his speech Residences in The View at NoDA feature one two and three-bedroom apartments with fully equipped kitchens and appliances The facility is located a quarter of a mile from the University of Georgia campus with convenient access to public transport At least 40 of the 120 units in this phase I development are already allocated to residents of Bethel Midtown Village who were relocated during construction Dash & Dwell relocation services helped residents move into their new homes with all application deposit and moving expenses covered by the development team The View at NoDA includes amenities such as a fitness center access-controlled parking garage and a courtyard with outdoor grilling available The beginnings of this project started in 2017 According to Parker’s speech at the ceremony Russell & Company suddenly advertised the sale of the property nationwide in January 2019 so winning a competitive bid process to buy the property was the project's first roadblock The winning $16 million bid included additional funds from the AHA and the ACC government to outbid private sector investors Between funding from these groups and persuasion from the founder of Columbia Residential they eventually “tipped the scales to Athens” and bought the property It was soon sold back to the AHA when the local government was ready to buy the property with SPLOST funds This entire property is now and will continue to remain in public ownership Chubb has since served as part of the master developer team working to implement the community-driven master plan “By the time we started having the first resident meetings but really keep the momentum going despite the pandemic,” Chubb said “What you see today is the result of so many people coming together to make sure it happens.” this area the project stands on was previously functionally obsolete and the inspiration started with the city’s idea that people deserve to live in better housing followed by Columbia Residential and Jonathan Rose Companies “They wanted to improve this area downtown and they wanted to redevelop the housing that was the old Bethel,” Columbia Residential CEO Jim Grauley said because it changes the block pattern and it puts more density here.” all of the old Bethel Midtown Village housing will eventually come down to make way for the completion of the next three phases of the project and be replaced with mixed-income housing similar to The View’s Crisp said she is excited for the positive community impact this project will have in offering affordable “The infrastructure when I started was little sticks but now to see this in fruition with everything in place The event ended with a concluding speech of gratitude from Parker and the official ribbon cutting by Girtz surrounded by the other speakers Light refreshments and tours of The View at NoDA were made available to event attendees President Donald Trump has signed numerous executive orders … Athens-born and 2007 University of Georgia graduate Emily Dantzler was diagnosed with cancer in December of 2023 Dantzler was the spouse of University of Georgia baseball and women's basketball broadcaster Jeff Dantzler and passed away on Monday afternoon attendees gathered in 40 Watt Club to listen to music an… Lexy Doherty announced her 2026 campaign for Georgia's 10th Congressional District on May 1 Doherty returns to the race after losing to U.S The Clarke Middle Health Center hosted its ribbon cutting ceremony on Thursday welcoming a crowd of dozens of medical staff students and community members to visit and tour the primary care teaching clinic’s new permanent location The CMHC’s prior location was between the campuses of Clarke Middle and Bettye Henderson Holston Elementary schools with the new placement being inside the middle school’s building Email notifications are only sent once a day The Red & Black serves the Athens and University of Georgia communities with reliable while training the future of the free press Your browser is out of date and potentially vulnerable to security risks.We recommend switching to one of the following browsers: Highlight your business' news for only $10 We'll feature your content on our News From Local Businesses front page to give it maximum exposure for the next 30 days National co-warehousing operator expands to Charlotte with 80,120 SF property set to open in early 2026 CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- WareSpace a national provider of small warehouse spaces has completed the off-market acquisition of an 80,120 square-foot property in Charlotte's NoDa neighborhood—marking the company's first entry into the North Carolina market just five minutes from Uptown Charlotte and 15 minutes from Charlotte Douglas International Airport the property is strategically located within one of the city's most vibrant and fast-growing commercial districts The building is slated to open for leasing in early 2026 "This is a major milestone for our Southeast expansion," said Levi Cohen "Charlotte has one of the strongest entrepreneurial communities in the country and this NoDa location will deliver the warehouses that small and growing businesses need." "This property checked all the boxes: an infill industrial asset in a supply-constrained submarket WareSpace immediately saw the value and moved with conviction selling to WareSpace was a smooth and efficient process," said David Morris Trinity Partners who facilitated this off-market transaction the Charlotte property will offer private warehouse units ranging from 200 to 2,000 square feet each with included mission-critical industrial infrastructure and modern business amenities such as racking All units will be leased under simple terms with flat monthly pricing—no long-term commitments The new Charlotte location adds to WareSpace's growing national portfolio which now includes more than 1.5 million square feet of co-warehousing & small-bay industrial space across major U.S WareSpace continues to identify and reimagine underutilized properties transforming them into dynamic & energized hubs that support the local small businesses community Media Contact: Eric Golman, Chief Marketing Officer, [email protected] Do not sell or share my personal information: the NoDa community of Charlotte is the city's historic arts and entertainments district with North Davidson Street and East 36th Street as its main throughways The NoDa neighborhood is served by the LYNX Blue Line light rail and is also easily walkable and bikeable Included within NoDa is a unique art gallery/restaurant/bar called Artisan's Palate The Neighborhood Theatre and The Evening Muse both present entertainment and live performances NoDa hosts community festivals such as the NoDaWeen Festival and the NoDa Eclectic Marketplace Atrium Health University City and Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center Just 20 miles north of Charlotte, the small town of Davidson is adjacent to Lake Norman and home to Davidson College. The town and the college were both founded in 1837 and named after famed Brigadier General William Lee Davidson of the Revolutionary War This Charlotte suburb is a lively college town with a quaint main street and housing averaging $658,000 The North Meck Village Rider inter-town public transportation service connects Davidson with the towns of Cornelius and Huntersville The Davidson Shuttle also takes riders around town and connects with the Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) to reach parts of Charlotte Davidson's picturesque downtown area boasts shops including Birkdale Village and Oak Street Mill and restaurants like Flatiron Kitchen & Taphouse and Brickhouse Tavern Davidson was awarded a Tree City USA designation making it one of only 72 communities in the state and 3,000 in the nation so recognized for planting and caring for healthy urban forests Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital is just five miles away from Davidson for medical needs Matthews is a suburb just 20 minutes southeast of Charlotte's uptown area a director of the Central Carolina Railroad Matthews was once a sleepy rail town but has since become an active town with families and businesses along with the renowned Matthews Farmers Market Public transportation in Matthews includes CATS with bus service throughout Matthews and connecting to Charlotte Fifteen parks and ballfields are available throughout the town of Matthews for outdoor recreation The Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts offers acting classes and plays for all ages One of the most popular hangouts in downtown Matthews is the Jekyll & Hyde Taphouse and Grill Novant Health Matthews Medical Center on Matthews Township Parkway is available for hospital care Ballantyne is 25 minutes south of Charlotte, bordering the South Carolina state line and bordered by Pineville to the west and Matthews to the east The town's location just off I-485 draws many who want proximity to the city and its amenities This unique neighborhood includes green space CATS serves the Ballantyne area with buses providing easy public transportation options to Charlotte and other areas provides 100 acres of green space for walking and Fire Festival and the Carolina Holiday Light Spectacular are held here annually Eateries in Ballantyne range from Southern cooking at Gallery Restaurant to Indian cuisine at Tabla Indian Restaurant Shoppers will appreciate the bargains and styles found at Blakeney Town Center Novant Health Ballantyne Medical Center on Providence Road is a convenient option when health care is needed Charlotte's South End is a popular neighborhood for those who can afford the higher home prices Just south of the uptown area of Charlotte It is easy to get to other parts of Charlotte through the LYNX Blue Line light rail system with one highlight being the Confetti Hearts Wall mural on the Design Center of the Carolinas The Elder Gallery of Contemporary Art showcases local and national artwork Thirsty South Enders know to visit the Charlotte Beer Garden voted Best Beer Garden in the US by USA Today The Sedgefield Park neighborhood is also found within the South End and features smaller homes from the 1940s Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center on Blythe Boulevard is the nearest hospital to serve the medical needs of South End residents the Elizabeth neighborhood is bordered by Randolph Road/Fourth Street to the southeast Independence Boulevard to the west and north Central Piedmont Community College is also found in Elizabeth The Gold Line Streetcar connects Elizabeth to the rest of Charlotte Restaurants in downtown Elizabeth include Lupie's Cafe one of the first city parks in the country named as an historic landmark Historical landmarks include the Adams House from the early 1900s Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center on Blythe Boulevard is conveniently located for Elizabeth residents Named after the Cotswold region in England the neighborhood of Cotswold is at the intersection of Randolph and Sharon Amity Roads less than 15 minutes from downtown Charlotte It is one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Charlotte Proximity to the headquarters of Fortune 500 companies like Lowe's and Honeywell and restaurants all add up to make Cotswold a great choice for those moving to Charlotte The CATS system provides public transportation to other areas of the city The shops of Cotswold Village include specialty items and gifts with 150 stores including Gucci and Louis Vuitton Restaurants in Cotswold include Eddie's Place The Mint Museum in Cotswold holds international art exhibitions Novant Health has several top-notch medical facilities in Cotswold including Presbyterian Medical Center and Cotswold Medical Clinic the Uptown neighborhood of Charlotte is becoming recognized as a great place to live Uptown is bounded by Trade and Tryon Streets as well as Interstate 277 and Interstate 77 including LYNX Blue Line Light Rail and buses serves the uptown area with connections to other parts of the Charlotte metro area Whether you're looking for arts and culture The Belk Theater at Blumenthal Performing Arts Center hosts the Charlotte Symphony Parks in Uptown include Romare Bearden Park The Uptown Farmers Market in the center of the city offers produce and goods from local vendors Discovery Place Science and the NASCAR Hall of Fame entertain visitors of all ages Many great hospitals are in the Uptown neighborhood including Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center and Atrium Health University City North Carolina is filled with diverse and welcoming neighborhoods Those who move there will find that they are just a few hours' drive to both the Appalachian Mountains and the beach Whether you prefer to live among the livelier Uptown vibe or the more laid-back suburban feel of Ballantyne choosing to relocate to any of these Charlotte neighborhoods may inspire you to lead a more fulfilling way of life photos and original descriptions © 2025 worldatlas.com - The Salt Lake Bees suffered its third straight defeat on Tuesday night in the series opener against Sacramento as Zach Neto and Ryan Noda both delivered home runs in the 8-6 loss to the River Cats Zach Neto and Matthew Lugo led off with back-to-back singles before Gustavo Campero followed with an RBI knock to plate Neto and Campero later came around to score on Ryan Noda’s two-out single giving Salt Lake a 3-0 lead before Sacramento even came to the plate Neto struck again—this time with a solo homer to left on a 2-2 pitch to stretch the Bees’ lead to 4-0 The River Cats responded immediately in the bottom half of the second David Villar’s leadoff single started a rally that spiraled quickly After a hit-by-pitch and RBI single from Max Stassi the River Cats took advantage of a wild pitch and clutch hitting by Grant McCray to tie the game at 4-4 Starter Chase Silseth was chased after just 1.2 innings cooled the Bees' offense across the middle innings Despite a leadoff double by Niko Kavadas in the 6th the River Cats took the lead in the bottom of the 5th A two-out rally off reliever Luke Murphy featured a bases-clearing double by McCray a throwing error on a pickoff attempt by Touki Toussaint set up another River Cats run as Stassi knocked in David Villar to make it 8-4 Ryan Noda launched a solo homer to right-center to cut the lead to 8-5 After a single by Yolmer Sánchez and a double from Chad Stevens brought in another run Gustavo Campero grounded into a force out to end the threat and the game Salt Lake and Sacramento will square off on Wednesday MDT as Bees left handed pitcher Jake Eder will face off against River Cats Carson Seymour at Sutter Health Park for game two of the series The A’s ran out of patience for the ever-patient walk machine It’s a new week and we got a new player review this time for successful Rule 5 draftee Ryan Noda In spite of a promising 2023 rookie season 2024 was a very different story for the disciplined first baseman Noda got stuck in Triple-A for nearly the whole rest of the season and is now headed south — both geographically and in the division Following an almost league-worst 60-win season in 2022 the Athletics received the second pick of the Rule 5 Draft and used it to pry Noda away from the Los Angeles Dodgers’ minor league purgatory He’d proven consistently to be a consistent source of patience and power throughout his career and just needed an opportunity to prove it at the major league level the A’s were betting that he’d be ready to be a major contributor right away as he was entering his physical prime The pick was as much as you can hope for from a Rule 5 draft pick something the A’s front office has repeatedly proven adept at especially with first-baseman-outfielders — a la Mark Canha Noda hit a strong .229/.364/.406 that was 18% above league average buoyed by a very Noda-esque 15.6% walk rate That ranked fifth-highest in the league for batters with more than 450 plate appearances right above that year’s AL MVP Shohei Ohtani The A’s expected much of the same from Noda who seemed like the definition of a high-floor Even when he’s not making a ton of contact As long as he’s hitting above the Mendoza Line he should be contributing enough to earn his roster spot the A’s made Noda the team’s starting first baseman some much-publicized offseason swing tinkering led to a futile first month the southpaw fumbled to a meager .447 OPS and only mustered one homerun That led to the A’s optioning him to Triple-A at the beginning of May hitting a vintage .224/.391/.486 that was great even by Las Vegas’ hitter-friendly standards the A’s called up player after player whose names were not Ryan Noda With Tyler Soderstrom finally hitting his stride before Seth Brown had a magical mojo rediscovery of his own Noda got buried too far down the lefty first baseman depth chart to breathe any Oakland air It wasn’t all the way until September 10 that he finally got the call back up during he received a mere 11 at-bats before being optioned again just a week before the end of the season The A’s had signaled clearly that they’d ran out of patience for the ever-patient walk machine and no-longer had him in their long-term plans Those signals turned into action in the offseason when the A’s designated him for assignment and the Angels claimed him With Anaheim’s dearth of major league talent Noda should be able to find plenty of opportunity to once again prove he belongs in the majors the roster spot the A’s opened up with Noda’s departure will probably be taken up by another Rule 5 draftee Noda’s Oakland tenure was surprisingly both brief and successful He was not long ago considered a surefire member of the A’s next competitive core but he’ll unfortunately end up being closer to a footnote than a cornerstone of this period of the franchise He was personally one of my favorite bright spots on a 2023 roster that possessed very few of them and I wish the A’s had given him a longer leash as he’s exactly the type of undervalued player the franchise prides itself on finding he’ll likely be putting up consistent 3-WAR seasons over the next years for a division rival and I’ll be happy for him The annual conference brings together professionals and students focused on orientation titled "Developing and Implementing a Full-Year Peer Mentorship Model," explored how peer mentoring efforts that begin during summer orientation can be expanded into a comprehensive year-long initiative The team presented a detailed look into the development of their Tri-Peer Mentorship Model tiered approach that supports first-year students through holistic engagement Their presentation highlighted how this innovative model enhances student retention and fosters a strong sense of belonging during the critical first year of college Attendees also learned about the program’s leadership development components and future plans for expanding campus partnerships to further institutionalize the initiative and Policy applauds 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Firefighters said the fire caused structural damage and around $170,000 in total damage. “It’s sad you know, I mean, apartment parking is hard as it is but especially with a disaster like this, it disrupts everyone’s day,” Ian Kreger, who lives nearby and heard the commotion, said. While firefighters believed the fire started around the engine of a parked vehicle, it’s unclear why it sparked. 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it's about building trust and helping growers to get back in control of their time That's what makes this solution so impactful What's the biggest misconception people have about autonomous growing That it takes control away from the grower autonomous control of climate and irrigation installations gives them clearer oversight and more time to focus on long-term strategy It doesn't replace people—it supports them What are some of the challenges growers bring up when talking to you Growers often share challenges like labor shortages managing countless small decisions and struggling to find time for anything else but they worry about how to maintain quality along the way That's where solutions like Crop Controller come in—it acts as a reliable empowering even the most efficient growers to reclaim their time and focus on bigger-picture goals What do you enjoy most about working with growers They tell you when something works—and when it doesn't And when they start seeing the benefits of autonomy Where do you see the horticulture industry heading in the next five years there'll be more greenhouses due to the various challenges of today: there is a growing global population there are political disruptions that push us to grow locally I believe we'll see a shift from manual control to strategic oversight Growers will use data and autonomy to scale their expertise I'm sure the harvest of 100 kg tomatoes per m2 is not the limit It won't take long till a grower overachieves this holy number I will happily join them in picking those tomatoes Final question—what would you say to a grower who's curious but unsure about making the shift to autonomous growing I would say: Once you see how it supports your goals and your team you might start to wonder how you ever managed without it For more information:Blue Radixwww.blue-radix.com FreshPublishers © 2005-2025 HortiDaily.com is to begin serving a 90-day suspension this week after an appellate court judge denied his appeal of penalties imposed by the New York State Gaming Commission for alleged mistreatment of a horse in 2021 Noda will have to pay a $5,000 fine and participate in an anger management program.Noda announced his suspension via X Saturday night.“To clear up all the gossip I’m taking a 90-day suspension -- not for any wrongdoing but because I’m tired of fighting a broken system," Noda posted "Being a trainer is one of the most stressful jobs the filly's connections weren't satisfied with her works Receive daily headlines, breaking news alerts, promotions, and much more! 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Please choose a different combination. is joining with a growing list of local businesses that have added hemp-derived beverages to their offerings with the upcoming release of Happy Bird “The name Happy Bird reflects the joy of unwinding and connecting with others,” read a release announcing the line’s March 14 release much like the experience these seltzers are designed to deliver life feels better when you’re flying happy.”  Catering to a growing crowd of folks seeking alternatives to alcohol Happy Bird will mix different levels of THC with CBD for a relaxing effect that aims to offer “a refreshing experience that lives up to the high standards [NoDa Brewing] customers expect.”  The brewery is launching its line with three flavors: Lavender Lemon (5 mg THC/10 mg CBD) and Grapefruit Hibiscus (10 mg THC/10 mg CBD) The brewery will host a Happy Bird release party at 6 p.m. on Friday, March 14, allowing attendees a chance to try dosed and undosed samples of the new beverage with a precisely dosed THC formulation that ensures a consistent and enjoyable experience every time “We’re excited to introduce Happy Bird as the latest addition to our portfolio — a product that’s fun and crafted with the same exceptional quality our fans have come to trust,” stated Jacob Virgil director of strategic development with the brewery our passion has always been creating beverages that bring people together and inspire unforgettable moments.”  Products like Happy Bird are legal in North Carolina under the 2018 Farm Bill because they contain less than 0.3% Delta 9 THC with every batch of Happy Bird going through thorough testing to ensure it is in compliance and safe to drink a concentration of all components of the hemp plant including cannabinoids THC and CBD both come from the cannabis plant but play distinct roles in their respective effects THC is the active ingredient in Happy Bird helping mellow out the buzz from THC and creating a smooth NoDa Brewing aims to microdose each Happy Bird beverage with what the team there believes to be the perfect balance uplifting experience ideal for unwinding or hanging out with friends.​ Read more: Coming Down from Dry January on a Cümulo Cloud Though the drinks include a relatively small percentage of THC it’s important to remember that cannabis affects everyone differently based on tolerance NoDa Brewing recommends starting with one can and sipping slowly enough to unwind without overdoing it,” reads the website Those with more experience might enjoy a second can after settling into their first Those who partake typically start to feel the effects within 10-20 minutes with the full experience settling in at around 30-60 minutes social buzz that you can build gradually … so take it slow and enjoy the ride.” SUPPORT OUR WORK: Get better connected and become a member of Queen City Nerve to support local journalism for as little as $5 per month Our community journalism helps inform you through a range of diverse voices Comment *document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id" "abfb8b09a365fc8927fd78c6a9813e32" );document.getElementById("b526024170").setAttribute( "id" Δdocument.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value" Email: info@qcnerve.com OR (f)(last name)@qcnerve.com Noda eyes strong finish to up-and-down '24September 17th This story was excerpted from Martín Gallegos’ A’s Beat newsletter. To read the full newsletter, click here. And subscribe to get it regularly in your inbox entered this season fully expecting to build off what was a strong 2023 rookie campaign with the A’s after they selected him in the ‘22 Rule 5 Draft After seeing his batting average plummet to .128 through his first 30 games Noda was optioned to Triple-A Las Vegas on May 2 He spent more than four months with the Aviators 21 doubles and 54 RBIs in 101 games before finally getting called back up on Sept Back in the Majors for the season’s final stretch Noda is looking to take advantage of what should be semi-regular playing time at first base and in right field He discussed that and more with MLB.com last week in Houston MLB.com: This season hasn’t really been ideal for you based on your expectations in Spring Training coming off the year you had last year How would you describe this season and what you’ve gone through You never want to go through something I just went through as a player you just want to be the one guy who always just stays But we made some adjustments in the offseason to try to get even better MLB.com: When you talk about the adjustments do you feel like getting back to what you were doing before this year has helped you get back on track Noda: It was more just stop getting so mad at myself for trying to adjust and just figure out like now it’s just time to get better." I haven’t been trying to get back to what I used to be I’m trying to get to a place where I can excel and help the team any way possible I feel like the way I have my at-bats and the way I can juice the ball and get on base MLB.com: Looking at your numbers at Triple-A which has been kind of your calling card for a while What do you attribute for that success you had there Noda: I took the first month to really try things Once I found something that felt comfortable and felt like myself and I can walk into the box and think I can hit anything now we go." I had a pretty good August I feel like I’m pretty much back to who I am and what I can do I’m ready go and ready to rock with the boys MLB.com: What has it been like to watch this team develop from afar over the past two months and put together some winning months This is something that we talked about in Spring Training We know the group of guys -- the core group -- everyone likes each other I just want to be there grinding with them," but it’s just awesome seeing the smiles on the field [Lawrence Butler] and Shea [Langeliers] having good years All the hard work everyone put in is showing what does it mean to you to get this chance to come back up here and what are you looking to show or accomplish the rest of this season Keep the good vibes going and compete to win every game My mindset when I got told [I was getting called back up] was let me try to help win every single series from here on out." Show people there’s good things going here Sign up to receive our daily Morning Lineup to stay in the know about the latest trending topics around Major League Baseball This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks The action you just performed triggered the security solution There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page Local artists held a rally in NoDa on Thursday where they painted over dozens of murals with beige spray paint The artists were raising awareness for the local nonprofit ArtPop Street Gallery which is in danger of shutting down amid a funding shortfall even as the city of Charlotte has yet to release $2 million in funding meant for smaller arts organizations like ArtPop the local nonprofit has supported up-and-coming artists by displaying their work on billboards connecting them with paid opportunities and college scholarships and showcasing their work at community events Founder and Executive Director Wendy Hickey said the nonprofit was now in jeopardy after several of their grants expired She said the group needed to raise $350,000 within the next 60 days or it would have to shut down our funding has declined drastically," Hickey said "We've been quietly asking and meeting and applying for grants who created the outdoor art gallery and graffiti park with fellow muralists Sydney Duarte and Treazy Treaz spent much of Wednesday and Thursday covering its murals with beige paint "Especially being the manager of this place — it hurts Rain and Duarte are among many local artists who've worked with and received support from ArtPop the group featured Rain's work on billboards and ArtPop had helped connect Duarte with paid opportunities it hurts my heart seeing the space in this way," Duarte told the crowd gathered at the outdoor gallery Thursday "I hope this is a loving smack in the face to the city to be like Why are the arts not being funded in a better way?'" The artists said the city of Charlotte had set aside $2 million in funding for smaller arts organizations but the funds had not yet been distributed as the city seeks an organization that can administer the funds The city did not respond to a request for comment from WFAE. In a statement to Queen City News, a city spokesperson said staff were evaluating applications from organizations that could distribute the funding, and that the $2 million would be dispersed "in the coming months." "Imagine your artwork as a sandcastle." Those words are written in bold on a sign welcoming artists into the TAOH Outdoor Gallery. Beyond the sign, more than a dozen billboards on wooden posts have been covered with spray-painted graffiti tags, neon bubble letters and vignettes stretching 20 feet wide. All of this work is temporary and could get painted over tomorrow. "It's just really here for whatever the community feels it needs and wants to manifest," Charlotte street artist Osiris Rain said. He beams as he surveys the four-week-old gallery he helped found at 2200 North Brevard St. beside the light rail in NoDa. It's billed as Charlotte's first graffiti park. Beside him, muralist and cofounder Sydney Duarte smiles. "You have folks that are really spending several days to make a beautiful production, some people that just come in very quickly and want to get in and out," she says. Like Rain, Duarte is bubbling with excitement and literally skips through the outdoor gallery, showing off her favorite pieces — such as one painted on the ground. "This is the new Twister that just got installed," she said, laughing. The classic party game is spray painted onto the concrete floor, with a spinner made of wood and a screw. "It's so magical," she says as another artist and gallery cofounder, Treazy Treaz, jumps into the game behind her, calling out, "Left hand green!" Elsewhere in the gallery, artists have added sculptures and a rope swing. Picnic tables and a grill create a laid-back atmosphere. The idea for this outdoor gallery originated from a trip Rain took to Barcelona in 2019. There, he visited a graffiti park called The Garden of the Three Chimneys. "It's a massive outdoor industrial flat, where it's free access to do essentially what you see here, and it was the most beautiful thing I had ever seen, and I was like, 'We need this.'" he recalls. Rain got his training as a classical painter, and later produced scenic murals for films. In his late teens and early 20s, he remembers practicing graffiti at an old Charlotte skatepark a few blocks away underneath the Matheson Avenue bridge. He had permission to paint there, he says, but "the police did not know this, and they would come and arrest people there, so I've had to run through this trainyard more times than I ever wanted to." Earlier this year, he won a city grant to create a place for graffiti artists to practice without having to run from the police. Serendipitously, one of his former art clients heard about the plan and offered up this undeveloped piece of land for the artists to use free of charge. The gallery's name — TAOH — comes from a hieroglyphic symbol designed by Treaz. "TAOH is a new symbol that we've created for peace, and it stands for 'The Awakening Of Humanity,'" Treaz said. Originally from Brisbane, Australia, Treaz has been on a mission to spread the symbol around the world, and now it's the defining symbol of the graffiti park. "It's a first thing for Charlotte — the first legal spray park — but it's also got a connection to a worldwide movement, so it's a little beacon, like bom bom bom going out there," he said. All three artists say they visit the gallery nearly every day, greeting people and helping young artists learn new skills. "One girl came in and did a very small piece with a brush, then the next week she came back and wanted to try spray painting, so she did a bigger piece, and then the next week, she advanced to one of the eight-foot walls,' Duarte said. She leans down to inspect one of the creations by the young artist: An eye with three irises in a palette of blues and purples painted on a squat brick wall. "That was her first time ever using a spray can, and it may not look like much to other people, but I think it's beautiful. I'm really proud of her," Duarte said. Like the art within it, the graffiti park may not last forever. The artists only have access to the property through February. Then, the gallery may have to move. So the artists are treating this gallery in the same manner as the art it contains — like a sandcastle that could be swept away, then joyfully recreated. The TAOH Outdoor Gallery will host a grand opening on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 2 - 10 p.m. at 2200 North Brevard St., across from the 25th Street Blue Line light rail stop. next to its sister restaurant The Goodyear House (Photo courtesy of Built on Hospitality)Built on Hospitality (The Goodyear House Folia) announced Thursday that the anticipated new Chief’s Modern Cocktail Parlor in NoDa will open on Saturday The concept is a passion project from renowned Charlotte mixologist Bob Peters who named the business after his late father which was how Peters’ father was known to his grandchildren both of whom were known as sensational entertainers and hosts “My parents taught me everything I know about hospitality I’m grateful to Built On Hospitality for  the opportunity to create Chief’s in their memory and I can’t wait to share this special place with  everyone,” Peters stated in a release on Thursday “Not everyone had the honor of knowing Chief and Marmee while they were with us but we’ve worked really hard to share their legacy and spirit at Chief’s.” Peters has crafted a cocktail menu that will include Clarified Malted Milk Punch: Southern Star Bourbon and malted milk; Rise & Grind: an elevated espresso martini with espresso-washed Southern Star white whiskey and simple syrup; and Tasty Mez-calculations: Banhez mezcal Read more: Bob Peters Builds Up Garage Bar at Home While the Industry Idles (2021) In September 2024, BOH announced that renowned mixologist Kayleigh Williams-Brown would be leading the bar program at Chief’s with direction from Peters, recognized in Queen City Nerve’s 2024 Best in the Nest issue as the Best Hire in Food & Drink Williams-Brown built a name for herself at El Thrifty as well as former jobs as bar manager at the critically acclaimed Leah & Louise, Uptown Yolk and The Royal Tot. She was recognized as Best Mixologist in our 2022 Best in the Nest issue BOH partner and executive chef Chris Coleman curated the Snacks menu and Marmee’s Popcorn with Tickle Your Throat BBQ seasoning Goodyear House pastry chef Becca Rankin has also crafted a dessert menu that plays on the comfort theme: warm cookies; Chief’s root beer float; and homemade fudge tossed in espresso “We think Chief’s will be a welcome and needed addition to NoDa — an elevated yet comfortable space to experience Peters’ delightful cocktails paired with playful small plates with the charm and history that a restored mill house brings,” says Coleman Upfitting the 124-year-old mill home in which Chief’s is located next to The Goodyear House on North Davidson Street was a process as the concept was first announced in August 2023 but the team behind it hopes all the work that went into it shows during Saturday’s opening and beyond The interior design of Chief’s was made to be reminiscent of Peters’ parents’ home as Built on Hospitality (BOH) brought on Delgar Interior Design to create a comforting and warm space with modern touches As the namesake Chief was an architect by trade BOH and Delgar worked to pay tribute to his craftsmanship installing hardwood floors and millwork mixed with a combination of upholstered and leather seating The opening of Goodyear House in 2020 marked the launch of Built on Hospitality which came after Coleman built a name in the local culinary scene as head chef at McNinch House Restaurant in Fourth Ward and helped to open The Asbury at The Dunhill Hotel and Stoke at Marriot City Center The Goodyear House opening was followed by Old Town Kitchen & Cocktails in Rock Hill in 2021 and the “hidden cocktail lounge” Folia in South End in October 2024 BOH took over the existing Uptown restaurant Haymaker in 2023 but closed its doors at the end of 2024 5 p.m.-1 a.m.; Thursday-Friday 5 p.m.-2 a.m.; Saturday The parlor will offer indoor seating for 36 guests plus a patio called “Marmee’s Garden” that will be open when the weather allows Reservations are not required; seats at the bar will be held for walk-in guests. To learn more or to make reservations, visit the website and/or follow Chief’s on Instagram "afc63334f74960349073e1030c6fbfc3" );document.getElementById("b526024170").setAttribute( "id" MLB Trade Rumors By | November 1 The Angels announced Friday that they’ve claimed first baseman Ryan Noda off waivers from the Athletics was a Rule 5 pick out of the Dodgers organization back in 2022 and spent the entire 2023 campaign on the A’s roster Noda was an on-base machine with the Athletics hitting .229/.364/.406 and drawing a walk in a whopping 15.6% of his plate appearances far too often (34.3%) but popped 16 home runs in that rookie showing Noda was unable to replicate that production in a smaller sample of 111 plate appearances He posted a grisly .137/.255/.211 slash with a diminished (albeit still excellent) 12.6% walk rate and a strikeout in one-third of his plate appearances Noda’s Triple-A production was reminiscent of his 2023 output as he hit .224/.391/.486 with 22 homers and an eye-popping 19.9% walk rate Noda is the embodiment of the three-true-outcomes skill set with a particular focus on walks and strikeouts He’s shown above-average but not elite power to go along with below-average speed (41st percentile Both Statcast and Defensive Runs Saved feel the 6’1″ 217-pounder is a sound defender at first base He’s dabbled in the outfield corners as well but his limited mobility plays better at his primary position Noda will enter the 2025 season with minor league options remaining, so the Halos needn’t carry him on the Opening Day roster. He can give them some depth behind Nolan Schanuel — a similarly OBP-focused first baseman whose skill set is in many ways the inverse of Noda Schanuel has below-average power but rarely strikes out Both players are left-handed bats who walk at plus clips and have limited defensive utility Los Angeles Angels Oakland Athletics Transactions The A’s seem to be having a lot of guys claimed Niko Kavadas is tearing up the AFL but strikes out too much If he adds 3-5 mph to his bat speed he’s an all star There were some take downs on his stats and he has some truly generational contact skills He easily has one of the smoothest swings in the game rn but he sacrifices that speed for control and it kills his potential at the moment He gets a bit more umph behind his swing and can keep his K% down Schanuel needs to stick to what he’s good at doing When he was trying to focus on hitting home runs at the beginning of the year Get on base a ton and play solid defense and I’m good with Schanuel If he can turn into a solid OBP guy in front of Trout (I know) and Soler are assembling the best AAA team in the majors…watch out!! that leaves a lot of time to contemplate moves for the 2025 season the Angels have been very busy in the days since the WS ended Seeing as this is hopefully just depth signing and we wont see him in the majors Noda and Kingery will head there largely because the Angels haven’t drafted many players worthy of being there Tucker Flint is a curiosity who should also be in the OF at AAA and whoever loses out on the 5th starter job will be in the rotation at SLC who is striking out a ton in the AFL and probably should hit the restart button at AA Otherwise there could -maybe – be a decent prospect-worthy group at AAA for once the Angels are moving and shaking this week All of this to maybe be a 74 win team next year the Pirates and Rockies should be taking note At least even odds that Montfort would already have signed schanuel and canning to stupid extensions because he liked the cut of their jibs before now lol Braves and Angels the only ones which realize the offseason started so far “The off-season started so far”… The Dodgers are still counting their receipts from the 2024 season When you have 48,000+ fans daily and Ohtani they’ll be done in time to snare at least 1 top pitcher or even two on the free agent market Dodger fans literally won the WS and instead of enjoying the parade are still salty on the comments “Generationally unlikable group”..Suddenly practically everything is considered “generational” “Generational” hitters and now “generational” fans Why is being the best or worst at something during this present time not considered good enough This poor guy somehow ends up somewhere even worse than Sacramento Hopefully perry doesn’t sign 5 1st baseman’s and forget the middle of the infield again Bunch of minor league depth I hope we don’t need be in abysmal shape — versus just “out of shape.” I’m surprised the a’s weren’t giving him more of a chance in 2024 (and even 2025) They gave Noda every chance possible over the past 2 years…a 22yo first rounder with better hitting skills of course is going to get the playing time once said rule 5 guy flails. Soderstrom and Kurtz were/are also on Noda’s way Log in Register MLB Trade Rumors is not affiliated with Major League Baseball Register Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker Channelsreels-598139Reelsarrow-expand-598140Stephen Kolek strikes out Ryan NodaAngels @ PadresFebruary 25 2025 | 00:00:09add-reel-598141Reelsshare-square-2-598142ShareStephen Kolek fans Ryan Noda in the top of the 1st inning You can now search for over 3 million videos by player Use the search box to start your search with a player or a team and then use the filter panel to refine your results You can also start by selecting filters from the panel Videos can be embedded and shared directly from MLB.com Bienvenido a la nueva búsqueda de videos de MLB Ahora puede buscar más de 3 millones de videos por jugador Use el cuadro de búsqueda para comenzar su búsqueda con un jugador o un equipo y luego use el panel de filtro para refinar sus resultados También puede comenzar seleccionando filtros desde el panel Los 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for this selection Please refresh the page or try again later No se encontraron clips para esta selección Actualiza la página o vuelve a intentarlo más tarde Losing a pair of talented players to the waiver wire The Athletics announced a few subtractions from the team on Friday afternoon Infielder Ryan Noda has been claimed off waivers by the Los Angeles Angels Right-handed pitcher Royber Salinas has been claimed off waivers by the Atlanta Braves.Additionally left-handed pitcher Kyle Muller and infielder Tyler Nevin have cleared waivers and been outrighted… The big news from that announcement is the loss of first baseman Ryan Noda to the division-rival Angels The former Rule 5 pick made it through his rookie season with the club in 2023 and looked decent enough to earn regular playing time at first base save for the tough left-hander on the mound as Noda looked solid against right-handed pitching but predictably struggled against same-handed pitchers He began the ‘24 season as the starter at first again but quickly found himself in Triple-A with massive struggles and the Rule 5 tag not applying anymore That’s where he spent most of the year save for a quick stint in September with expanded rosters He’ll now join the rival Angels but it’s not inconceivable that he bounces around this off-season draws plenty of walks and might recover some power with a healthy season It’s a loss for the Athletics organization The other player the organization lost today was pitching prospect Royber Salinas a right-hander that made it to Triple-A by the end of 2024 Originally acquired as part of the return for All-Star catcher Sean Murphy Salinas spent the past two seasons as a starting pitcher in the minors but looked shaky at best Salinas was one of the pieces for Murphy and a top-30 prospect in the organization It’s likely that the team hoped to sneak him through waivers but the Atlanta Braves saw enough to scoop him up and potentially transition him to a reliever role which many scouts saw as his ultimate future The other two moves on the day saw left-handed pitcher Kyle Muller and right-handed hitter Tyler Nevin both outrighted off the 40-man roster who was also part of the return for Murphy Given the Opening Night start to begin the 2023 season Muller looked solid in that first start while earning the win on Opening Night against Shohei Ohtani and the Angels Things would mostly only go south from there for Muller as ineffectiveness first cost him his rotation slot No one knows what the future holds for Muller in regards with the Athletics but it just feels like a change for both sides might be best at this point he’s still in the organization but off the 40-man roster the right-handed hitter played all over for the Athletics in 2024 playing in both infield corners as well as both outfield corners Nevin had his moments with the club but ultimately only hit .204/.288/.331 with seven home runs The 27-year old will act as a depth piece for the club and with the way things are on the major league roster at the moment it wouldn’t be a surprise to see the journeyman make it back to the major league roster at some point next season with his positional fleixibility Those four moves open up four more spots on the 40-man roster and with the recent loss of Tristan Gray off waivers the total now stands at 8 open spots The team will surely be filling those over the next few days and weeks and as frustrating as some of the losses from today were SearchJuju Noda joins Triple Tree Racing for sophomore Super Formula seasonMARCO ALBERTINIJan 162 min read2023 F2000 Italian Formula Trophy champion Juju Noda will return to Super Formula in 2025 with family-owned Triple Tree Racing aiming for a new challenge after a promising end to her rookie campaign in the championship with TGM Grand Prix Photo credits: Noda RacingJapanese prodigy Juju Noda is set to return to the pinnacle of Japanese single-seater racing with Triple Tree Racing, driving the #10 Honda-powered Dallara SF23 Noda finished 21st in her maiden season in Super Formula, driving for TGM Grand Prix - now rebranded as KDDI TGMGP TGR-DC -, she had a difficult start to the season, but results improved as the season went on. In the penultimate race of the season Noda started 20th but ran as high 9th and finished 12th after battling with Kamui Kobayashi in the closing stages The 2025 season will mark Noda's return to her family-owned team after one year where she competed with the aforementioned TGM Grand Prix in Super Formula and MM International Motorsport in the Formula Class of Boss GP Photo credits: T.EndoNoda made her full-time single-seater debut in the 2020 F4 Danish Championship where she made history by winning on debut at the Jyllandsringen from pole Noda scored two more podiums to finish sixth in the standings as the only driver to qualify on pole all season taking three poles in the three rounds contested Noda returned to the championship and finished seventh in the standings after scoring five podiums in a field that saw Emerson Fittipaldi Jr and current FR European rookie champion Noah Stromsted also compete for glory The Tokyo-born driver stepped up to Formula Regional machinery for 2022 joining the all-women W Series as a W Series Academy driver alongside Bianca Bustamante Noda moved to the Euroformula Open Championship returning to Noda racing as she also competed in the F2000 Italian Formula Trophy and Drexler Formula 3 championships Noda was the first female to score a podium achieved at the Hungaroring by finishing third in race two after holding off Jakob Bergmeister to take the top step of the podium in race one at Paul Ricard Her main highlight of the year was her full-time campaign in the Italian championship winning five races on her way to become champion by 14 points over Hungary's Benjamin Berta Noda won seven races and finished runner-up to Berta in the championship despite missing the third round of the season The 2025 Super Formula season will start with a double header at Suzuka on 7-9 March Autopolis will host the fifth race of the season on 17-18 May and after a month gap the series will make its first double header trip to Fuji Speedway on 18-20 July the championship will visit Sportsland Sugo on 9-10 August before another double header at Fuji Speedway on 10-12 October Or you simply want to stay up-to-date with their results Privacy Policy a Charlotte nonprofit specializing in Latin American cinema will host the Charlotte Latino Film Festival for a second year This year’s festival will feature 10 award-winning films from Latin American countries Many of the films are premiering on the East Coast and who played La Diabla in the Emmy-nominated TV series "Sin Senos Sí Hay Paraíso." Issa is the main actress in "El Bolero de Rubén," the festival's closing night film The festival came out of a desire to connect Charlotte’s Latino population with Latin American films “The Charlotte Latino Film Festival is our way to celebrate Latin culture here in the city of Charlotte," Cine Casual's Giovanna Torres said "It's a space for us to share the most recent award-winning films from Latin America here in our city.” The festival will be held at Independent Picture House in NoDa from March 27 to April 6 All films are in Spanish or Portuguese with English subtitles More information is at charlottelatinofilmfestival.com Multifamily developer brings new apartment community to Mecklenburg County Alliance Residential Company, one of the largest multifamily developers in the nation, has opened Matheson Mill by Broadstone a 302-unit apartment community in Charlotte Matheson Mill by Broadstone is located near major employers including Atrium Health Situated between Uptown and the University area Matheson Mill by Broadstone offers convenient access to Charlotte’s two largest business hubs collectively employing close to 200,000 people The community is conveniently located near the 25th Street Light Rail Station offering residents seamless access to the greater Charlotte metropolitan area Also in proximity are a variety of popular dining and entertainment options including the Urban District Market food hall Celebrating NoDa’s roots as an artistic and creative enclave the community features a rotating art gallery highlighting the work of local artists custom murals by Charlotte-based contemporary artist Kyle Mosher are featured in the corridors and pool deck “NoDa is renowned for being one of Charlotte’s most eclectic and artistic neighborhoods and we are excited to welcome residents to this vibrant community,” said Alliance Residential Managing Director Donald Santos Matheson Mill by Broadstone provides a fun and creative living environment with easy access to dining entertainment and large employers in this area.” Designed by a Charlotte-based team of McAdams Company (civil engineering), Cline Design Associates (architecture and interior design) and LS3P (interior design) apartments at Matheson Mill feature electronic entry locks and instant-on Wi-Fi Kitchens offer two finish schemes for residents to select from including white or dark blue kitchen backsplash tiles All apartments feature white quartz countertops matte black plumbing fixtures and plank flooring throughout Additional features include ample storage solutions with walk-in closets in every bedroom as well as kitchen pantries and linen closets Select apartments offer built-in entry benches and city views Community amenities include a 24-hour fitness center resort-style saltwater pool and an outdoor dining area with grilling station The community’s resident clubroom features vintage style arcade games dog park and 24/7 mail room featuring a Luxer One package system