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City
Just how bad is the traffic in Charlotte?
Spoiler alert: Traffic isn’t great. We dove into the Texas A&M Transportation Institute’s congestion data so you don’t have to.
November 05, 2025 10:45 AM
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A marble facade and entryway which read "Latta Arcade."
Food
The Alley at Latta Arcade mixes history with the present
Latta Arcade houses several offices and retailers, welcoming Charlotteans to dine in the heart of Uptown.
February 26, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Children getting excited about an exploding beaker by two educators in rainbow lab coats.
Development
Matthews to gain new Discovery Place Kids location
The town and Discovery Place will soon hold public input sessions to help mold the future museum.
February 26, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Small Business
We’re celebrating Small Business Week, here’s how to join us
Join us at CLTtoday in celebrating the heart of our community, small businesses.
February 25, 2025
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Kristen Templeton
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Development
Planning board to consider Birkdale Village expansion
The owners of Birkdale Village are seeking rezoning approval to add a new hotel, retail, and housing to the bustling shopping hub.
February 24, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Festivals
Charlotte SHOUT! reveals new exhibits for 2025
New displays celebrating art, music, food, and ideas in Uptown will be showcased for 17 days when Charlotte SHOUT! returns April 4-20.
February 21, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A person holding a mocktail and a flyer that reads "Unboozy" in orange letters.
Culture
Charlotte’s newest alcohol-free social club
Unboozy aims to create connections without a focus on alcoholic beverages.
February 20, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A skyline shot of Uptown Charlotte over a crowd watching baseball inside a stadium.
City
Charlotte scores several “Best of” award nominations
Charlotteans can vote in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards from “Best Beer City” to “Best Minor League Ballpark.”
February 19, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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City
Local media matters — so does your support
When you choose to support CLTtoday, you’re investing in more than just a daily newsletter — you’re investing in a stronger, more informed community.
February 19, 2025
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Staff
A stretch of road in Charlotte is covered in white dusting of snow.
Weather
What to know about the incoming winter storm
Read up on weather predictions, power outages + travel and safety tips as a winter storm approaches the Charlotte region.
February 18, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A room of books and a yellow floor with a sweatshirt that reads "Certified Book Nerd."
Culture
Local book clubs to join around Charlotte
Whatever your preferred genre, there are plenty of local book clubs to keep your pages turning.
February 18, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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A room of books and a yellow floor with a sweatshirt that reads "Certified Book Nerd."
Events
Where to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day
The Queen City is surrounded by bookstores full of literary works ready for your eyes.
April 24, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Wellness
Construction begins on new adolescent and pediatric behavioral health hospital
The Katie Blessing Center will be the first-of-its-kind behavioral health facility + is expected to become the largest pediatric behavioral health facility in North Carolina.
April 23, 2025
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Maria Adnado
An outdoor patio with benches and closed umbrellas.
Food
Mac’s Speed Shop celebrates 20 years in business
From smoking brisket to catering events across the Carolinas, this long-standing barbecue joint is celebrating its 20th year with a slew of specials and events.
April 23, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A rendering of a windowed community hub by a road bridge and rail trail.
Development
Market on Morehead to become a community hub in South End
Morehead Street will have a community hub for gourmet eats, cocktails, and live entertainment by December 2025.
April 22, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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City
Charlotte teacher in running to be “America’s Favorite Teacher”
Online voting for Katie Lock, a teacher at Billingsville Cotswold Elementary, will help her win national recognition as “America’s Favorite Teacher.”
April 21, 2025
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Maria Adnado
An artist's rendering of a busy street teaming with people along restaurants and shopfronts at nighttime.
Development
Welcome to future downtown Cornelius
Downtown Cornelius will soon welcome a new residential complex packed with upcoming restaurants, retail, and a walkable outdoor plaza.
April 18, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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Sponsored
What to buy for parents: Your 2025 gift guide for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
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An artist's rendering showing the upcoming Big Leaf Café.
Travel and Outdoors
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden grows into Daniel Stowe Conservancy
Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is getting a name change ahaead of an upcoming expansion.
April 17, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
People dancing with mannequins on a wooden dance floor.
Arts
BOOM Charlotte to take over University City
The eighth annual event provides a weekend filled with BOOMing immersive art, dance, music, theater, poetry, visual art, and film.
April 17, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Four young foxes are huddled in a small enclosure atop blankets and bowls of food.
Nonprofits
Join a virtual baby shower to support orphaned wildlife
Carolina Wildlife Conservation Center is hosting a unique baby shower event to support the baby animals in its care.
April 16, 2025
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Jack VanderToll