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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
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Fall for new styles at this retailer’s grand opening
Celebrate the opening of Palmetto Moon’s 45th location with giveaways, prizes, and a gift with purchase.
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Elections
Your guide to voting in York County, SC
Everything you need to know about voter registration, polling locations, early voting + absentee voting in York County.
October 11, 2024
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Elections
Your guide to the 2025 election in Mecklenburg County
Whether you’re voting absentee or in-person in this year’s election, keep this information handy before you head to the polls.
October 9, 2024
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An airport hanger filled with boxes of donations for Hurricane Helene victims.
Volunteer
Charlotte-based businesses offering help to those impacted by Helene
Local business across the Queen City are collecting donations and supplies to take to western North Carolina in wake of Hurricane Helene.
October 8, 2024
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City
Charlotte’s fall weather outlook
The Queen City can expect comfortable temperatures and trees changing colors with the approach of “sweater weather.”
October 2, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
A view of Uptown Charlotte's tall buildings, two apartment complexes and Bank of America Stadium from a high-rise in South End.
Culture
Unwritten rules of Charlotte, NC
Tell us you’re from the Queen City without telling us you’re from the Queen City.
October 1, 2024
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Live
Cost of living in Charlotte
How much does it cost to live in the Queen City compared to other cities and the US national average? Let’s crunch some numbers.
October 1, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
A portion of I-40 near the NC and Tennessee border that was severely damaged from Hurricane Helene.
Volunteer
Hurricane Helene relief efforts in Charlotte
Hurricane Helene hit our western NC neighbors hard — here is how you can help Asheville and other communities affected by the hurricane.
September 30, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Development
Construction begins on Creative Lab Uptown
Vintage office space will be transformed into a creative hub for young Charlotteans to learn a new skill or job.
September 27, 2024
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🎃 We’re carving out some time for fall festival fun
Enjoy a weekend of gorgeous views, local shopping, and tasty eats at the annual Cashiers Valley Leaf Festival.
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Charlotte scores several “Best of” award nominations
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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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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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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
A REAL ID sign showing a woman showing her ID card inside an airport security line.
Airports and Transportation
How to get a REAL ID
North Carolina residents will need a REAL ID to board domestic flights starting May 7, 2025.
February 17, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A wooden table with a black to-go container with meatballs, another with calamari, and potatoes.
Food
Spanish flavors to take over Optimist Park for one day
Travel to Spain without leaving the Queen City in this flavorful partnership between Marina’s Tapas and Substrate.
February 14, 2025
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Play
Plan a staycation with these unique accommodations in Charlotte
From treehouses to mansions, Charlotte is full of unique places to stay that offer guests a break from traditional motels and hotels.
February 14, 2025
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Cambrie Juarez
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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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