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Parks and Recreation
East Charlotte recreation center and skatepark now open
The Naomi Drenan Recreation Center and Grayson SkatePark closed for two years to undergo renovations.
April 30, 2026 02:50 PM
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City
What’s your Charlotte love story?
Learn how couples fell in love in the Queen City.
February 12, 2026
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Airports and Transportation
NCDOT to build elevated I-77 South Express Lanes near Uptown Charlotte
The express lanes are expected to stretch from Brookshire Freeway to the South Carolina line, with construction anticipated to start after 2030.
February 5, 2026
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Development
Levine Museum of the New South to open in South End
The longstanding museum closed its temporary Uptown location in 2025 and will soon open a new two-building destination in South End.
January 28, 2026
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Development
The River District brings new homes and trails to West Charlotte
From a completed neighborhood to announced retailers, the upcoming River District in West Charlotte is taking shape fast.
January 27, 2026
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A little boy in a blue jacket waving at a recycling truck.
City
Mecklenburg County now accepting plastic bags at recycling centers
From plastic bags and glass to cardboard boxes and food containers, we’ve got the 411 on recycling in Mecklenburg County.
January 22, 2026
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A dusting of snow covers the roads and hills adjacent to the Uptown Charlotte skyline.
Weather
The history of snow in Charlotte
Bundle up for a story on the biggest snow storms to chill the Queen City.
January 22, 2026
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Culture
How to have a cozy day in Charlotte
Escape the elements and spend time lounging at home or exploring the Queen City’s coziest spots for a relaxing day.
January 22, 2026
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A stretch of road in Charlotte is covered in white dusting of snow.
Weather
What to know about the possible winter storm ahead
Read up on weather predictions, power outages + travel and safety tips as a winter storm approaches the Charlotte region.
January 21, 2026
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Food
Charlotte chef named city’s only 2026 James Beard Semifinalist
Chef Robin Anthony was the only chef in the Queen City to secure a nomination by the James Beard Awards as one of the best chefs in the Southeast.
January 21, 2026
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Sports
Dell Curry reflects on career ahead of Hornets’ jersey retirement
The Charlotte Hornets will hold a retirement ceremony on Thursday, March 19, during the team’s game against the Orlando Magic.
January 20, 2026
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Food
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March 16, 2026
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