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Wellness
Pause Studio Arboretum opens in South Charlotte
The locally-owned wellness studio offers a range of recovery services like IV drips, contrast therapy, and float therapy.
January 02, 2026 01:40 PM
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Maria Adnado
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A crowd is gathered in Spectrum Center watching college basketball athletes compete on the court.
Basketball
The ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament about to tip off in Charlotte
The ACC Men’s Basketball tournament returns to Spectrum Center in Uptown from March 11-15.
March 7, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A vacant pickleball court inside Tipsy Pickle.
Entertainment
Hit the court at Tipsy Pickle
Get ready to have fun at this entertainment hub offering pickleball courts, golf simulators, and a Tex-Mex-inspired menu.
March 6, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
An aerial shot of cars crusing along I-77 with the Uptown skyline in the background.
Development
Charlotte drivers sound off on I-77 expansion plans
We asked Charlotteans to share their thoughts on adding toll lanes to I-77 South and people had plenty to say.
March 6, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Multiple rows of golden statuettes line the shelves of an office space.
Business
Going for the gold: inside Charlotte’s awards manufacturer
Society Awards has two locations in South End, creating entertainment industry awards including the Emmys and Golden Globes.
March 4, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A group of men wear hardhats and hold shovels tossing dirt from a mound with an American Flag hanging over them.
Development
A promising future for Charlotte’s new Firehouse #11
The new firehouse will replace the current Charlotte Fire Station 11 built in the 1950s and will feature upgraded first responder technology.
March 4, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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Cars cruise along I-77 with the Uptown Charlotte skyline in the distance.
Development
A long road ahead: The plan to expand I-77 South
Planning is underway to upgrade 11 miles of I-77 from Center City to the South Carolina state line.
March 3, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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Live
Farmers markets in Charlotte
Pack your reusable shopping bags, because we’ve rounded up nine farmers markets around the Queen City.
February 28, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Where viral food critic Keith Lee has been in the Carolinas (and where he should go)
We’ve partnered with our 6AM City newsletters across the Carolinas to create a Keith Lee tracker, highlighting where the TikTok food critic has been and where our readers think he should go next.
May 14, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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Project 2 Heal aims to provide service dogs for families in need
While the annual fundraiser is sold out, there are other ways to help Project 2 Heal succeed through stress-eliminating visits, fundraisers, and events.
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Food
PopUp bagels ready to “pop up” at The Bowl at Ballantyne
The viral, New England-based bagel shop aims to make a new home while expanding to Ballantyne this summer.
May 12, 2025
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A Goodyear Blimp soars in a cloudless blue sky.
City
Goodyear Blimp to fly over Charlotte for two rare appearances
The Goodyear Blimp is celebrating its 100th birthday with a trip over Quail Hollow Club during the 2025 PGA Championship + the Coca Cola 600 in Concord.
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Jack VanderToll
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Culture
Spoil your dog at these Charlotte area pet stores
Stock up on essentials and grab treats for your dog at these local stores where your four-legged companion can tag along.
May 8, 2025
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A hand holds a plastic cup of iced coffee with the message "We love you" written on it. In the background is a black wall featuring the Bitty & Beau’s Coffee logo surrounded by a coffee bean mural. The cafe has a cozy interior with a window letting in natural light.
Culture
Meet Bitty & Beau’s Coffee in Charlotte
The South End coffee shop aims to give meaningful employment opportunities to people with disabilities.
May 8, 2025
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The PGA Championship Trophy is displayed against the golf green.
Sports
The PGA Championship set to tee off at Charlotte’s Quail Hollow Club
Get ready to see the world’s best golfers compete for the PGA Championship’s Wanamaker Trophy in the Queen City at Quail Hollow Club.
May 8, 2025
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People bustle through a crowded street market with lines of tents in the background.
City
Small Business Week: What makes Charlotte’s small business scene special?
We asked the question, and small business owners across the Queen City answered.
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A REAL ID sign showing a woman showing her ID card inside an airport security line.
City
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Give your home a personal touch by visiting The Brass Bird
Make your house a home through accent or statement pieces from one of Pineville’s small businesses specializing in home decor.
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