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Development
Eastland Yards taking shape in East Charlotte
The new development will pay homage to the former Eastland Mall while carving out space for new retailers, amenities, and residential spaces.
March 06, 2026 01:36 PM
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Maria Adnado
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3 reasons to catch a Charlotte Knights game this summer
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Sponsored
This virtual public school meets kids where they are — literally
North Carolina Virtual Academy is an accredited, tuition-free online charter school engaging K-12 students in personalized learning plans.
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Chef Bobby Flay surrounded by restaurant staff for the grand opening of Bobby's Burgers in SouthPark.
Food
Five questions with celebrity chef Bobby Flay
The Food Network chef was in Charlotte to celebrate the grand opening of Bobby’s Burgers in SouthPark.
July 17, 2024
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Maria Adnado
Hockey players in red uniforms hug after scoring a goal.
Business
Charlotte Checkers acquired by Zawyer Sports & Entertainment
New ownership will keep the Checkers at Bojangles Coliseum with hopes to bring more ice facilities and experiences to the region.
July 15, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Travel and Outdoors
Planning a quick getaway? Swiftstay can help.
Swiftstay recently launched in Charlotte and several other cities. It’s a private member’s club for home exchange where guests just pay a cleaning fee.
July 11, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A group of people mingling atop Nuvolé Rooftop TwentyTwo.
Business
Charlotte ranks among best US cities for new college graduates
Graduates seeking jobs, affordable living, and a strong quality of life keep coming to the Queen City.
July 10, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
An exterior photo of Harper's Restaurant in SouthPark.
Food
Harper’s Restaurant closing this month in SouthPark
After 32 years, the SouthPark restaurant will end its service on Saturday, July 20.
July 8, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
People walking around the SHOUT! festival in Charlotte, NC
City
Cities most like Charlotte, according to AI
We asked ChatGPT which travel destinations are most similar to the Queen City. See what the artificial intelligence program said.
July 5, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A view of Uptown Charlotte's tall buildings, two apartment complexes and Bank of America Stadium from a high-rise in South End.
City
City hopes to boost Uptown vibrancy with public safety initiatives
The Center City Public Safety Working Group announced its commitments for public safety in Uptown Charlotte.
July 1, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A dark mall hallway that frames a tree in the center of a more well-lit indoor plaza up ahead. In the lefthand corner, a palm branch is seen with a piece of caution tape tied around it.
Culture
Dead malls: You could shop... until they dropped
Once booming, now barren. Let’s take a peek at malls of Charlotte’s past + hope for the future.
June 28, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Charlotte’s newest alcohol-free social club
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Carolina Theatre close to reopening its doors
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A room of books and a yellow floor with a sweatshirt that reads "Certified Book Nerd."
Culture
Local book clubs to join around Charlotte
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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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Airports and Transportation
How to get a REAL ID
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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.
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The front of a large white mansion with pillars. The home is pictured in front of a blue sky with a few clouds.
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