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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 02:08 PM
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Maria Adnado
Rendering shows people crossing a busy street toward a windowed, brightly lit glass building.
Development
Restoration continues for historic Carolina Theatre
The Carolina Theatre will serve as a civic hub when it reopens in 2025, seven years after renovations began.
May 17, 2024
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Maria Adnado
Groups of people walking and conversing on a packed lawn with a red food truck and vendor tables at a food festival.
Festivals
Italian Festival to flood Fort Mill with meatballs
The 27th Annual St. Philip Neri Italian Festival will fill Fort Mill bellies for three days.
May 15, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A man's hand is stretch out from his car, hovering above a Swamp Water Buffalo's nose as food pellets sprinkle down.
Business
Lazy 5 Ranch limits animal feedings
Despite changes in guidelines by the USDA, the drive-thru park in Mooresville remains open, but car feeding is not permitted.
May 9, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A restaurant titled "Pizza Peel" stands with an outdoor patio along a busy road.
Food
Pizza Peel Plaza Midwood is closing its doors
A Charlotte-based restaurant will soon occupy the well-known pizza spot on Central Avenue.
May 8, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
The pillared archway of a white museum building, surrounded by greenery and trees.
Culture
A glimpse of Charlotte’s Museum of History
Explore the history of the Queen City with a one-of-a-kind view into the many facets that make Charlotte the queen it is.
May 7, 2024
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Maria Adnado
People gather and work in desks and chairs in an open area space.
Business
24/7 work clubs are coming to Charlotte
Two neighborhood work clubs are opening soon in the Queen City.
May 2, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
Spectrum Center and the Charlotte skyline lit up at night.
Live
15 facts you didn’t know about the Queen City
Why is Charlotte called the Queen City? Or the Hornet’s Nest? If you’re a trivia buff or just really want to know the city’s iconic history, this is for you
April 30, 2024
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Maria Adnado
The reflection of the Uptown Charlotte skyline is seen in the water of a pond surrounded by trees.
Live
Charlotte’s most iconic landmarks
Consider these Charlotte landmarks our Hollywood signs.
April 30, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
A group of people walking along a street full of vendors with lush trees in the background and green grass in the forefround.
Events
Stroll through the Kings Drive Art Walk
The annual art festival returns to Charlotte for the 14th year.
April 29, 2024
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Maria Adnado
Racehorses and their jockeys race around the first turn of Churchill Downs at the Kentucky Derby.
Events
The Queen City celebrates the Kentucky Derby
Charlotte is getting ready to watch the Kentucky Derby in style.
April 26, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Basketball
Off the court with ESPN’s Jay Bilas
ESPN’s lead college basketball analyst spoke exclusively with CLTtoday about his ACC Tournament predictions, the Queen City’s growth, and his 30-year broadcasting career.
March 11, 2025
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Travel and Outdoors
When to spot hummingbirds across Charlotte
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An ourdoor stadium filled by fans with flashlights and a square stage in the center.
Play
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From pop princesses to chart-topping bands, there’s no shortage of concerts to see this year in the Queen City.
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People standing and looking at different white tents with vendors.
Events
The Bowl to host reoccurring outdoor market
The new monthly outdoor market curated by Shop Local QC will be held at The Bowl at Ballantyne every first Saturday through November.
March 10, 2025
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A crowd is gathered in Spectrum Center watching college basketball athletes compete on the court.
Basketball
The ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament about to tip off in Charlotte
The ACC Men’s Basketball tournament returns to Spectrum Center in Uptown from March 11-15.
March 7, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A vacant pickleball court inside Tipsy Pickle.
Entertainment
Hit the court at Tipsy Pickle
Get ready to have fun at this entertainment hub offering pickleball courts, golf simulators, and a Tex-Mex-inspired menu.
March 6, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
An aerial shot of cars crusing along I-77 with the Uptown skyline in the background.
Development
Charlotte drivers sound off on I-77 expansion plans
We asked Charlotteans to share their thoughts on adding toll lanes to I-77 South and people had plenty to say.
March 6, 2025
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Numerous plates of Italian dishes are lined on a table.
Restaurants
Savor Charlotte returns to celebrate the Queen City’s culinary scene
Prepare for flavors and savory experiences during the two-week culinary showcase running from March 12-25.
March 5, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A view of the painted murals inside the Carolina Theatre.
Culture
Carolina Theatre announces reopening date
Theater is so back. After closing in 1978, the Carolina Theatre in Uptown Charlotte will host ticketed events and shows starting Monday, March 24.
March 5, 2025
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Multiple rows of golden statuettes line the shelves of an office space.
Business
Going for the gold: inside Charlotte’s awards manufacturer
Society Awards has two locations in South End, creating entertainment industry awards including the Emmys and Golden Globes.
March 4, 2025
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