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A room with a cold plunge tub emitting a blue light on the left, a red LED-lit sauna in the back left corner, a mirrored counter, and an open shower on the right side of the room.
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
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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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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Runners enthusiastically cross a race finish line with the Uptown skyline in the background.
City
The Meck Mile race to benefit Hurricane Helene relief
The race returns for a second year, bringing runners, walkers, and dancers together to race for a fun and rewarding cause.
April 24, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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
A gif of a google maps image of a building changing to a rendering of a large, more modern building.
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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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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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
Three people standing on stage steps posing with books.
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
A few gifts overlaid on a patchwork background, including a Carharrt lunch box and a jewelry dish.
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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