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Cars cruise along I-77 with the Uptown Charlotte skyline in the distance.
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 GIF showing the exterior of SouthPark Mall transform from a black and white photo in 1970 to color in present day.
Retail
SouthPark Mall celebrates 55 years in the Queen City
The SouthPark landmark has transformed from a shopping destination to a symbol of the Queen City’s growth.
February 17, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
Two people holding hands in front of the Confetti Hearts Wall in South End.
City
What’s your Charlotte love story?
Learn how couples fell in love in the Queen City.
February 13, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Airports and Transportation
CLT Airport generates $40 billion for the Carolinas
A new report revealed the critical economic force Charlotte Douglas international Airport plays for jobs, tax revenue, and International travel.
February 13, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
Variety of chickens in their pen
City
What to know about owning chickens in Charlotte
Tired of paying for eggs? Before you go starting your own flock, here’s what you need to know about chicken ownership.
February 12, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A building with window panels in blue that read "Explore the Past" with the Levine Museum of the New South logo.
Culture
Uptown museum ranks among best in the US
Levine Museum of the New South was the top pick for Condé Nast Traveler’s list of the best museums in every state.
February 12, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A building with teal and purple rectangles over a brown and orange sign that reads 7th Street Public Market.
Food
Building business: The Market at 7th Street
Housing local vendors, wine connoisseurs, and chefs, The Market at 7th Street is providing more than an Uptown lunch destination.
February 10, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A wooden board with a tomahawk steak and two lobster tails.
Food
Celebrate Valentine’s Day across the Queen City
Win their heart through their appetite by visiting a new dining spot or your local favorite through Valentine’s Day weekend.
February 10, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Large crowds of travelers funnel through Terminal B of Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Airports and Transportation
Charlotte Douglas sees record-breaking travel
More than 58 million travelers visited the world’s 7th busiest airport in 2024.
February 6, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A portrait of author Julia Quinn next to a Bridgerton book cover in front of a blurred Charlotte skyline.
Events
Author of “Bridgerton” to visit the Queen City
Be transported to the Regency era while meeting author Julia Quinn at two events in Charlotte.
February 6, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A ring of illuminated mushrooms on a grassy patch with the South End skyline in the background.
City
South End to look brighter when Rail Trail Lights return
The Rail Trail is about to become illuminated with never-
before-seen light installations celebrating nature in the Queen City.
February 6, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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Volunteer
Local relief efforts continue after Hurricane Helene
Charlotte-based Lowe’s is leading ongoing donation and rebuilding projects six months after Hurricane Helene struck Western North Carolina.
April 16, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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Wellness
Six upcoming races across Charlotte
Whether you’re into walking, running, or dancing across the finish line, here’s a list of races taking place this spring.
April 15, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A packed indoor stadium with a blue tennis court in the middle.
Sports
More than $90 million generated from sporting events in Charlotte
Charlotte Sports Foundation’s seven events drew more than 200,000 fans to the Queen City.
April 15, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A smiling person receives an IV while lounging in a white chair at Hydrate Medical. The person inserting the IV wears blue latex gloves.
Culture
Where to find and try popular wellness trends in Charlotte
Where can you find hydration therapy in Charlotte? Who has the best sound baths? We’re uncovering some of the most popular wellness trends in 2025 and where to try them locally. Bookmark and refer back here on your next wellness trip.
April 14, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
A crowd of people all dressed in pink walk during the Pink Cupcake Walk
Nonprofits
Register for the Pink Cupcake Walk
Registration is now open for the fifth annual Pink Cupcake Walk and Breast Cancer Lap in October 2025.
April 14, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Brunch at State of Confusion in Charlotte, NC featuring items like deviled eggs, an omelet, chicken and waffles, a mimosa, and a bloody mary
Play
50 great brunch restaurants to try in Charlotte
Check out these brunch restaurants, cafes, and diners in Charlotte serving a variety of egg dishes, mimosas, bloody marys, and more.
April 11, 2025
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Staff
Volunteers dressed in yellow vests wade in the water of a creek with Canadian geese nearby.
Volunteer
How to celebrate Earth Day in Charlotte
In honor of Earth Day, Mecklenburg County is hosting several events where people can learn more about our local environment and help protect it.
April 11, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
An artist is explaining to three people why she painted Queen Charlotte of Mecklenburg on her giant egg on display in a city park.
Events
Seven ways to celebrate Easter in Charlotte
Pull out the planners for some egg-citing Easter events around Charlotte.
April 10, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A street view of Montford Drive showing passing cars past vintage restaurants and businesses.
Business
Going back in time down Montford Drive
Montford Drive is considered one of Charlotte’s last vintage social hubs with many restaurants and businesses lasting 20+ years.
April 10, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A group of children in red baseball uniforms.
Nonprofits
West Charlotte nonprofit teaches values beyond the baseball field
The Knothole Foundation, a West Charlotte nonprofit, works to empower children through sports and education programs.
April 10, 2025
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Maria Adnado