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Charlotte celebrated the 250th anniversary of the Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence on May 20, 2025, at a ceremony and re-enactment in uptown Charlotte.Watch the full celebration, with commentary and interviews by co-hosts Tony Mecia and Cristina Bolling of The Charlotte Ledger — with impromptu guests including former county commissioner Matthew Ridenhour, planning commission member Clayton Sealey and Ledger history correspondent John Short.You might also enjoy this podcast about the Meck Dec:Related Ledger articles:* “Debating the Meck Dec” (May 12)* “Charlotte breweries release Meck Dec-themed beers” (May 7)* “Blowout celebrations planned for Meck Dec milestone” (March 17)* “Historical Heavyweights: Charlotte's revolutionary tavern keeper” (March 15)Need to sign up for this e-newsletter? We offer a free version, as well as paid memberships for full access to all 6 of our local newsletters:The Charlotte Ledger is a locally owned media company that delivers smart and essential news. We strive for fairness and accuracy and will correct all known errors. The content reflects the independent editorial judgment of The Charlotte Ledger. Any advertising, paid marketing or sponsored content will be clearly labeled.◼️ About The Ledger • Our Team • Website◼️ Newsletters • Podcast • Newcomer Guide • A Better You email series◼️ Subscribe • Sponsor • Events Board • Merch Store • Manage Your Account◼️ Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter, LinkedIn This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit charlotteledger.substack.com/subscribe
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Former Mecklenburg County Commissioner Matthew Ridenhour joins Pete to talk about the cool way he announced his plan to get back into politics and run for the District 5 seat on the County Commission. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/petekalinershow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour of the show, former Mecklenburg County Commissioner Matthew Ridenhour joins the show to talk about Joe Biden's infrastructure bill and how Republicans can rebuild their image for the 2024 election. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/petekalinershow See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
CLT City Councilmen Tariq Bokhari and Larken Egleston are joined by special guest, 9th Congressional Candidate Matthew Ridenhour, as well as discuss the UNC Charlotte Shooting, and the Manager’s Proposed Budget that was released this evening. The post R&D in the QC Ep062 – 9th Congressional Candidate Matthew Ridenhour, the UNC Charlotte Shooting, and the Manager’s Proposed Budget appeared first on PFM Hero.
What's up guys! Sorry for the long delay. As many of you know I recently got a new job and training has been almost 3 months long. Thanks for being patient!Today Scott and I discuss Matthew Ridenhour for congress in North Carolina. We also discuss Ilhan Omar's comments regarding Israel. John Bolton is at it again! If you currently give to my patreon please change your donation to $1. I just want support and don't feel comfortable taking money when I can't be consistent.
If you live here, you know Charlotte is a great place to live. In fact, about 35-thousand people a year find that out for the first time when they move here -- that's about 60 a day, according to the city's planning director -- and a lot of them have families, or will settle down and raise families here. At least one poll lists Charlotte at number 11 for best places in the U.S. to raise a family. Our guest today is doing just that -- with two small children of his own -- as well getting an inside look at some of the factors that make this a great city for families. Mecklenburg County Commissioner Matthew Ridenhour is our guest on Charlotte Real Estate talk with Pridemore Properties.
Charlotte's City Council is again proposing increasing the length of their terms from two years to four years, saying that they are not able to be effective when they're campaigning so much. We speak with Mecklenburg County commissioner Matthew Ridenhour about whether local government officials really need longer terms. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/longleaf-politics/support
Longleaf Politics publisher Andrew Dunn speaks with Matthew Ridenhour, a Republican county commissioner in Mecklenburg County and a two-time delegate to the Republican National Convention, about what it would mean for Charlotte if the city is selected to host the 2020 RNC. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/longleaf-politics/support
Discussing the mounting tension between police and protesters; as well has having a live interview in player below with Charlotte Mecklenburg’s District 5 county commissioner Matthew Ridenhour.This last week Keith Lamont Scott was shot and killed by a CMPD officer. All initial reports from the police report claim that Scott has a firearm and was not complying with officers orders. A video of the events was released by the family early Friday, but the location of the gun is not easily observed in this video. Scott’s family maintains a position of innocence and is trying to demonize the events a protest did take place. Initial elements of the protest were peaceful. Unfortunately a small, but growing fraction of that element broke off and turned to violence. police department as we’ve seen nationwide.Like with many of these Within hours the looting of a local Walmart, random attacks on whites, blocking of major highways, and deployment of the police occurred. Police engaged what the media calls “protesters” with tear gas and flash bangs to disperse the crowd. By night three it has become abundantly clear that these are not simply protesters. CMPD is reporting that up to 70% of the arrested individuals are coming in from other states. Some of these folks are reported to have been at the Ferguson riots as well.Listen in with Forrest and Kyle for this show as they discuss the events more in depth. Kyle’s conspiracy theory will tie directly in to the events we see in Charlotte and occurring what seems to be on a regular basis now across the nation. Are these riots, black lives matters, and scrutiny of our police departments ultimately a scheme to federalize our police? Listen in to the discussions!The Prepping Academy Radio Show is LIVE every Friday Night at 9PM EST at http://prepperbroadcasting.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/preppingacademy)