The signs are all there: the weather’s getting cooler, the leaves are starting to change, and there are spooky decorations at homes all across the city surefire signs that Halloween is around the corner. But before you go trick or treating, you should hear from the experts on how you and your family can do it the safest.
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Jason Puckett: The signs are all
there. The weather's getting Cooler, the leaves are starting
to change, and there are spooky Decorations at homes all across
the city. Surefire signs that Halloween is right around the
corner. But before you go trick Or treating, we wanted to talk
to CMPD to find out how you and Your family can do it the
safest. Officer Jonathan Frisk: Some of
the basic safety tips is we want To recommend for people to stay
on the sidewalk as they're Walking up and down into the
neighborhoods is to stay on the Sidewalk and stay away from
being on the road. Another Safety tip is if you can wear
anything reflective; if it's on Your Halloween costume to wear
something reflective. That way, If you were to go out onto the
road, and there's a vehicle out There, potentially it's gonna be
able to see you. We would Definitely recommend if a lot of
people have pets, but to try to During that time is to put the
pets put them up. That way a pet Can't come running outside. Jason Puckett: Great tips there
about being safe on the roadways And in the neighborhoods. But
the big question many have is How safe is the candy? Officer Jonathan Frisk: I think
over the years we've heard that, You know, obviously, where
people have put in sorts of Maybe narcotics or foreign
objects in the candy. So you Know, naturally we would still
recommend for parents to inspect The candy, which would mean the
kids are actually not eating the Candy as they get it from the
house. Wait for them to get Home. Let the parents look at
the candy and then they can Actually eat the candy after the
parents actually look at the Candy. Jason Puckett: Bottom line,
Officer Frisk says get out There, get some candy, have some
fun. But be smart about how you Do it. And from all of us here
at the City of Charlotte, Happy Halloween.
Things to Do in Charlotte, North Carolina
Events, Life, Sports, Weather
From heated sports battles to chart-topping entertainers and colorful city celebrations, Charlotte never fails to impress. Peak tourist season may be winding down, but the city has a number of things to do that will keep your calendar full.
The city’s green spaces are also well-established, with a plethora of parks to spread out and relax in. You’ll find countless opportunities to get your exercise in with trails for hiking and biking, as well as picnic areas to enjoy a meal or snack with friends.
Residents are proud to call Charlotte home, and a big part of that is the sense of community you’ll find here. While there are pockets of the city where you’ll likely want to stay close to home or have a designated driver, many areas feel safe and friendly, and crime has been on the decline.
The climate here is mild, with mild summers and cold winters. The warmest months are from mid-May to September, and the coolest are November through February. The city is a short drive from the beach, but you can also easily visit the mountains for a day trip.
Beer lovers will be happy to know that the city is a mecca of craft breweries and wineries. From patios with skyline views to quaint taprooms, there are more than 40 breweries in town. There are plenty of options for non-beer drinkers, too — including kombucha and cider.