Matthews residents seek clarity on transit tax at packed meeting

With early voting just a week away, residents packed Matthews Town Hall on Thursday seeking clarity on a proposed one-cent sales tax increase for transportation projects, as confusion and concerns about the measure persist. Leaders say the forum was put in place to ensure people have the whole story and correct information before November's vote.READ MORE: https://www.wcnc.com/article/news/local/matthews-residents-seek-clarity-on-transit-tax/275-eb00e431-ce75-4604-aa84-6b6e2b40cf4ePlus, we connect the dots on why doctors say despite rising skepticism, getting your children vaccinated at an early age is the best way to protect them from deadly disease. Weather Impact forecast: Cooler and drier air moves in with gust winds. Expect sunny skies in the Charlotte metro with cool temperatures; however, a nor'easter along the Carolina coast is expected to bring rain to the region this weekend with some showers pushing as far inland as I-77. FULL FORECAST: https://www.wcnc.com/article/weather/forecast/charlotte-weather-forecast-update/275-50501550WCNC Charlotte To Go is a daily news and weather podcast you can listen to so you can start your day with news that impacts you from the team at WCNC Charlotte.  SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts || Spotify || Pandora || TuneIn || Google Podcasts || iHeartAll of WCNC Charlotte's podcasts are free and available for both streaming and download. You can listen now on Android, iPhone, Amazon, and other internet-connected devices. Join us from North Carolina, South Carolina, or on the go anywhere.