Panthers running back Chuba Hubbard reacts to a goat being carried to his mat as he participates in goat yoga at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte on Monday. The Panthers brought in the goats as part of mental health awareness month.
Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez
mrodriguez@charlotteobserver.com
Through the lens of our visual journalists, a moment in time is captured and becomes part of our history.
Each week the Charlotte Observer will present a selection of images that document communities.
I-phones abound as the gallery watches golfer Scottie Scheffler, center, chip out of the rough to the second green during the final round of the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte on Sunday, May 18, 2025. JEFF SINER jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
Scottie Scheffler, left, celebrates winning the PGA Championship with son, Bennett, center, and wife, Meredith, right, at Quail Hollow Club in Charlotte on Sunday, May 18, 2025. Scheffler shot -11 for the tournament. JEFF SINER jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
Singer Katharine McPhee performs during the ‘Music with Friends’ concert at the restored and reopened historic Carolina Theatre in Charlotte Tuesday, May 20, 2025 Matt Kelley For the Observer
Attendees look on during the ‘Music with Friends’ concert at Carolina Theatre on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, in Charlotte, N.C. Matt Kelley For the Observer
NASCAR Xfinity Series driver Connor Zilisch, 18, glances down the track at Rockingham Speedway prior to qualifying for the North Carolina Education Lottery 250. JEFF SINER jsiner@charlotteobserver.com
Despite offering a unique selection of mostly South American goods, Wow Supermarket struggles to remain a preferred choice for consumers while facing higher prices due to international tariffs. DIAMOND VENCES dvences@charlotteobserver.com
Joanna Martinez talks about her father, Jose, who was detained by ICE, during a press conference in Charlotte on Monday. Khadejeh Nikouyeh knikouyeh@charlotteobserver.com
On a table sits a framed photo of Tina Sykes-Mosley and her son, Marcus Gerard Mosley, who she lost to gun violence on Thursday, May 15, 2025. A few years after her son’s death, Sykes-Mosley founded a support group for fellow mothers who have lost a child to homicide. Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez mrodriguez@charlotteobserver.com
Glenda Bailey discusses how she copes with the loss of her son, Jaleel Nivens, during a gathering of Mothers Advocating for Real Change and Unwavering Support, a group for mothers who have lost a child to homicide, at Indian Trail Town Hall on May 15. Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez mrodriguez@charlotteobserver.com
Sarah LaPointe is retiring after eight seasons with Charlotte Ballet. LaPointe is staying in Charlotte to attend Wingate University, pursuing master’s and PhD degrees in physical therapy. She wants to help dancers and athletes keep their bodies in shape and feeling great for their art and sport. Charlotte
Artist Randy Weiss, left, and Annie Heisel, Center for the Arts gallery manager, install a sculpture at the center. Federal funding cuts for the arts haven’t significantly impacted Rock Hill. TRACY KIMBALL tkimball@heraldonline.com
Panthers players participate in goat yoga at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte on Monday, May 19, 2025. The Panthers brought in the goats as part of mental health awareness month. Melissa Melvin-Rodriguez mrodriguez@charlotteobserver.com
