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Voters Approve Historic Transportation Investment

Voters Approve Historic Transportation Investment

CHARLOTTE – Tonight, Mecklenburg County voters chose a future with more connection, opportunity, and mobility for everyone. The passage of the transportation referendum marks a..

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