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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.
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“A Southern Christmas in Charlotte:" a holiday film, as told by ChatGPT
We asked ChatGPT to write a holiday, Hallmark Channel-inspired plot about Charlotte. It detailed a couple enjoying the holiday season in Uptown, packed with light displays and love.
December 4, 2024
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Nonprofits
Nonprofit hopes to raise $650,000+ for families in Charlotte
Good Friends Gather, a women-led nonprofit, is hosting its annual luncheon to celebrate the small acts that can change a person’s life.
December 2, 2024
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Culture
Find your zen at these yoga studios in Charlotte
Check out these 14 yoga studios around the Queen City, which offer beginner classes, hot yoga, memberships, and more.
December 2, 2024
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Small Business
Shopping small in the Queen City
Charlotte is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 26, 2024
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Events
Tweetsie Christmas brings holidays to the High Country
The annual event kicks off on Friday, Nov. 29 and provides a festive start to the holiday season.
November 25, 2024
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Arts
Get to know the performers in Charlotte Ballet’s Nutcracker
The annual ballet at Belk Theater has provided holiday magic for decades.
November 22, 2024
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Events
Novant Thanksgiving Eve Parade will draw thousands to Uptown
The annual event showcases Charlotte-area businesses, organizations, and communities during a mile-long parade route along Tryon Street.
November 22, 2024
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Events
Uptown to “get lit” for 5th annual Light the Knights Festival
The festive event will bring an outdoor ice rink, snow tubing hill, holiday light display, shopping, and more to Truist Field.
November 18, 2024
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