She was a trailblazer, very rarely sitting on the sidelines. Today, the legacy of Ella B. Scarborough will take center stage as she's honored with the newly revealed Ella B. Scarborough Community Resource Center. (CRC)
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to introduce the center to the public. According to a Mecklenburg County news release, the Ella B. Scarborough CRC aims to build community by offering a variety of critical services for county residents all in one place. It's a "one-stop-shop" approach. And that is thanks to the collaborations of local agencies that work together to provide assistance -- the County Health and Human Services and select community partners will work in tandem in this single location.
Design of the CRC
The Ella B. Scarborough CRC is the second Mecklenburg County Resource Center. When guests walk in, their attention is brought to a massive glass atrium with a view. These are transparent views of the building’s three floors. The lobby is designed in a way that welcomes visitors and creates a sense of intimacy within the larger space, allowing private conversations between people. When guests come in for a service, they are greeted at check-in and are invited to sit in the waiting area until their appointment time.
When prompted, visitors can move through the building to their service’s designated neighborhood. Guests are able to clearly find their 'neighborhood in a well-lit public waiting zone that is open and clear as to reduce any visitor anxiety. The atrium is full of natural light specifically designed to allow building staff to visually connect with the guests and their families they are supporting.
Community Icon
This CRC is significant because it bears the name of a Charlotte community icon. Ella Butler Scarborough, who passed away May 2022, was no stranger to the Charlotte community and it's political arena. She served as Charlotte's first Black woman elected to the City Council from 1987-1997. She served both her district and at-large. She went on to serve the Board of County Commissioners at-large in 2014 until 2022. She also served as Chair from 2016 to 2018, in which she was the first African American woman to hold that position. During her time on the Board, Commissioner Scarborough was a strong advocate for youth literacy and solutions to homelessness. She also chaired the Board of County Commissioners’ Economic Development Committee. Scarborough made her make in civil rights in the 1960s, too. In her youth, growing up in South Carolina, she was known for fighting for integration and racial justice.
The Ella B Scarborough CRC is located at 430 Stitt Road in northeast Charlotte.
7 Places to Get Chicken Wings in Charlotte, North Carolina
Who is a fan of chicken wings? I mean, everyone pretty much, right? My boyfriend's favorite food to enjoy is chicken wings and he can enjoy them at any point. Sometimes when we are deciding on what food we are interested in, he is very specific in craving "good" wings from somewhere. Since he does not live here in Charlotte, I have to come up with a list of options that he would enjoy. So, this list is going to be a mixture of places he has already told me he likes or new places we have to go to.
I know there are tons of people out there who enjoy a great order of chicken wings any day of the week. So, where to go in Charlotte for the best order of chicken wings? We are about to dive deep into some key places that have a great order of chicken wings for you here in Charlotte. I am sure you like certain sauces and dips to go with your wings, so these places are going to offer some other options as well. Sit back, relax, and see who has some of the best chicken wings in Charlotte, North Carolina. I am sure there is a lot that I am missing, so be sure to share with us on socials some of your favorite spots as well.
Midwood Smokehouse
As a Charlotte resident, we are sure you have heard of Midwood Smokehouse many times just living here. They have their famous Midwood Wings that everyone is raving about. You can get their famous wings smoked or crispy, dry rubbed or sauced, whichever you prefer. Plus, the sauce options include hot garlic buffalo, Midwood original, spicy habanero, NC vinegar, or SC mustard. So many options that you can indulge on!
Chex Grill & Wings
Okay, so this spot is one I visit frequently. My coworkers and I enjoy their chicken wings constantly for lunch options and I told my boyfriend about this place as well. Chex Grill & Wings has so many different wing sauces that you can only imagine having your wings covered in. Enjoy bone in or boneless wings with over two dozen flavors from Georgia red, Hawaiian blaze, and spicy mango to apple hot, cilantro lime, and hot ranch.
Duckworth's Grill & Taphouse
I have not been to this spot, but I know it is probably great by the descriptions. Visit Duckworth's Grill & Taphouse to enjoy a bite of their chicken wings. They have a few locations spread throughout Charlotte that you can get a chance to enjoy. Enjoy their signature Mommoo's wings or pick your own flavor. Their famous Mommoo wings use 17 different ingredients and are quickly fried but then chargrilled before being sauced up. Talk about an abundant of flavors developed into just one wing!
Freemore Tavern
Here is a spot that I have been to quite a few times with some of my coworkers. They have some great lunch specials, but we have not tried their wings yet. It's next up on the list! Freemore Tavern has a few wing flavors such as barbalo, bourbon, or sweet chili to Jamaican jerk, hot garlic parmesean, and even a special chuck norris sauce.
d.d. Peckers'
Here is a spot that has been deemed one of Charlotte's BEST places to get chicken wings in Charlotte. d.d. Peckers' has over 20 different wing flavors that you could enjoy. Flavors ranging from hoisin honey, ginger, gold, or Hawaiian to hot ranch, hot fajita, and even hot honey BBQ. That is a lot of different flavor options that you can enjoy for sure. Finger licking goodness!
Seoul Food Meat Company
Now, if you are a fan of Korean barbecue then trust me when I say this is the perfect spot for you to try out. Seoul Food Meat Company has wing flavors ranging from soy garlic, sweet and mild, and spicy BBQ. They have two different locations to check out and tons of other sides and entrees you can enjoy.
Noisy Wings
Ever heard of Noisy Wings? We know, there are tons of spots but this is one of those places that have plenty of options. Noisy Wings has dozens of flavors for you to enjoy and bite on. Get wings tossed in a crazy amount of flavors such as burning buffalo, hot citrus glaze, honey bourbon, bleu buffalo, candy bourbon, sweet heat, Louisiana firecracker, Island spice, and dozens more. Talk about options galore!
