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"HWENA is launching new neighborhood news. Stay tuned for updates and join us in celebrating the Historic West End community." ...more
HWENA Blog
August 08, 2025•0 min read
HWENA COMMUNITY MEETINGS
Join HWENA’s community meeting to share ideas, hear updates, and work together for a stronger, more connected Historic West End. Your voice matters everyone is welcome! ...more
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August 08, 2025•1 min read
HWENA AWARDED 2025 COMMUNITY TRAILBLAZER AWARD
The Historic West End Neighborhood Association (HWENA) has won the 2025 Community Trailblazer Award for over 26 years of advocacy in Charlotte’s Historic West End. From affordable housing to equitable... ...more
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August 06, 2025•0 min read
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Sat, August 9, 2025 - HWENA Community Meeting
Community Meeting - Every 2nd Saturday of the month
Date: Saturday, August 9, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM
Location: Johnson C. Smith University
Event Details: Regularly Scheduled Community Meeting.
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IN THE NEWS
‘A long time coming’: Washington Heights residents laud new outdoor space
Dozens of residents looked on as community and city leaders sawed a board in half, signaling the opening of The Ritz at Washington Heights.
Once-neglected cemetery restored
as place of honor
A platoon of volunteers collaborated with Wreaths Across America to restore Cedar Grove Cemetery, a 1.8-acre burial ground near Beatties Ford Road.
With much celebration and fanfare, Chase Bank opens branch on Beatties Ford Road
Even clouds and light rain couldn’t dampen the cheer of city officials, residents, and community leaders who celebrated the opening of Chase Bank’s newest branch.
Neighborhood Voices
Brandon & Nichelle Hawkins
Hyde Park Estates
"We love the camaraderie, care and pride of ownership that permeates the community."
The Waldrons
Hyde Park Estates
"Our family enjoys living in Hyde Park Estates because our neighbors support and care for each other." The Waldrons."
Savannah
Keith Gress
Biddleville Smallwood
"I love being a part of a community that has such a rich history and is also warmly welcoming of new families."
Lonnie Newsom
Bahama Havana
"It's such a pleasure to live in a Black community where people express pride and love for each other and strive to excel while focusing on improving the lives of their fellow neighbors."
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