Retail

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Small Business

CLTtoday’s 2025 holiday gift guide: 90+ finds for everyone you love

Including gifts for significant others, retirees, holiday parties, young people, and gifts that ship fast.

October 24, 2025 10:39 AM

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Retail

Southern Lion debuts in Pineville

The home goods store at Carolina Place Mall aims to become a shopping destination for the Pineville area.

July 16, 2024

Jack VanderToll

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Culture

Dead malls: You could shop... until they dropped

Once booming, now barren. Let’s take a peek at malls of Charlotte’s past + hope for the future.

June 28, 2024

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Retail

Father’s Day Gift Guide: Presents for the father figure in your life

Our Father’s Day Gift Guide will help you find the perfect gift this year.

May 31, 2024

Staff

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Events

Lunar New Year celebrations in Charlotte

While the Lunar New Year is on Tuesday, Feb. 17, there are plenty of ways to celebrate early in Charlotte.

January 28, 2026

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Development

The River District brings new homes and trails to West Charlotte

From a completed neighborhood to announced retailers, the upcoming River District in West Charlotte is taking shape fast.

January 27, 2026

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Food

Uchibā to host one-night-only pop-up at Emmy Lou’s

The highly-anticipated sushi restaurant coming to Plaza Midwood is partnering with Dilworth’s newest wine bar for an exclusive sampling.

January 27, 2026

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City

Mecklenburg County now accepting plastic bags at recycling centers

From plastic bags and glass to cardboard boxes and food containers, we’ve got the 411 on recycling in Mecklenburg County.

January 22, 2026

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A dusting of snow covers the roads and hills adjacent to the Uptown Charlotte skyline.

Weather

The history of snow in Charlotte

Bundle up for a story on the biggest snow storms to chill the Queen City.

January 22, 2026

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The early evening blue sky with the Charlotte skyline starting to light up.

Culture

How to have a cozy day in Charlotte

Escape the elements and spend time lounging at home or exploring the Queen City’s coziest spots for a relaxing day.

January 22, 2026

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A stretch of road in Charlotte is covered in white dusting of snow.

Weather

What to know about the possible winter storm ahead

Read up on weather predictions, power outages + travel and safety tips as a winter storm approaches the Charlotte region.

January 21, 2026

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Food

Charlotte chef named city’s only 2026 James Beard Semifinalist

Chef Robin Anthony was the only chef in the Queen City to secure a nomination by the James Beard Awards as one of the best chefs in the Southeast.

January 21, 2026

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Sports

Dell Curry reflects on career ahead of Hornets’ jersey retirement

The Charlotte Hornets will hold a retirement ceremony on Thursday, March 19, during the team’s game against the Orlando Magic.

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Development

Eastland Yards taking shape in East Charlotte

The new development will pay homage to the former Eastland Mall while carving out space for new retailers, amenities, and residential spaces.

January 15, 2026

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