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A rendering of a long bar with a gold-framed portrait hanging above.
Small Business
Coffee and cocktail bar to open in Plaza Midwood
Plot Twist aims to be the “cool older sister” behind Trope Bookshop, offering all-day coffees, cocktails, and a hangout space in the community.
January 08, 2026 01:57 PM
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Maria Adnado
Dr. Wes Bellamy smiling at a podium.
Sports
Charlotte to host HBCU March Madness-style tournament
The inaugural Black College Invitational Championship will fill Bojangles Coliseum in March 2025.
August 26, 2024
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Maria Adnado
Two people working out to a video playing on a projector.
Fitness
Break a sweat to classic workout tapes
VisArt Video hosts weekly workout events to bring the community together to break a sweat and share some laughs.
August 22, 2024
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Maria Adnado
American gymnast Simone Biles dressed in a Wonder Woman leotard, flexing her arms and smiling.
Sports
Simone Biles, Olympic gymnasts to perform at Spectrum Center
The GOAT + Jordan Chiles and more of the country’s best gymnasts are touring with the Athleta Presents Gold Over America Tour.
August 16, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Festivals
Pride weekend to draw 250,000+ to Uptown
Charlotte’s biggest annual festival and parade will bring dozens of vendors, performers, and visitors to celebrate Pride.
August 14, 2024
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Maria Adnado
An aerial shot of Uptown Charlotte with Bank of America Stadium in the foreground.
Tourism and Hospitality
Mecklenburg County ranks as top tourism destination in NC
The Charlotte region saw a record-setting $5.8 billion spent in 2023 by tourism within the county.
August 14, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Nonprofits
Nonprofit teaches AI, sustainability to students
The community-driven organization gives children the opportunity to harness curiosity and creativity to create a sustainable future.
August 12, 2024
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City
NASCAR Hall of Fame adds new Hendrick Motorsports exhibit
Race over to the NASCAR Hall of Fame in Charlotte to see the new Hendrick Motorsport exhibit that celebrates 40 years of the organization.
August 9, 2024
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Mitch Hooper
A PORCH yard sign with brown paper bags behind it, stacked with food.
Nonprofits
PORCH Charlotte combating food insecurity
The nonprofit organization is a branch of PORCH Communities that works to feed families across the Carolinas and 10 states.
July 31, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A brick building with a large teal and silver "Zabs Place" sign with a packed window of items.
Nonprofits
A Matthews boutique is shaping lives and creating opportunity
ZABS Place is more than a thrift boutique; it’s a dedicated shop and organization that provides a safe space for employees and friends of all abilities.
July 25, 2024
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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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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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Events
Journey back in time during The Schiele Museum’s Fossil Fair
Museum visitors can discover fossils and learn about the dinosaurs that once roamed the Carolinas.
February 7, 2025
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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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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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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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Football
The year the Carolina Panthers went to the Super Bowl
Led by quarterback Cam Newton, the Carolina Panthers had an electric season but came up short on becoming Super Bowl champions.
February 5, 2025
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A collage of music artists set to perform for Lovin' Life Music Fest.
Festivals
Lovin’ Life Music Fest announces more names to the 2025 lineup
Lovin’ Life Music Fest has dropped upcoming names including Ludacris, The Revivalists, and Switchfoot to perform in Charlotte.
February 5, 2025
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Events
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library launches annual book club competition
Book Club Madness is designed to share readers’ love of books and celebrate book clubs throughout the county.
February 4, 2025
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Games
Local programmer creating game about Exit 3A
The video game brings Charlotteans laughter regarding what’s considered to be one of the most stressful exits off of I-277.
February 4, 2025
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