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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
A person performs an aerial acrobatics routine outdoors before an audience.
Events
BOOM goes Charlotte’s art scene
Immerse yourself in the arts + walkability of BOOM Charlotte at Camp North End.
April 25, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A shot of whiskey is poured into a glass cup with ice.
Small Business
Charlotte distillery expands facility to meet growing demand
The Matthews based Oaklore Distilling hopes the upcoming expansion will warm the soul.
April 22, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Culture
19 local gift ideas to celebrate motherhood
April 17, 2024
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Staff
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Sponsored
The Ultimate Driving Museum is off to the races with its newest exhibit
MINIs To The Max: 65 Years of Spirited Adventures celebrates decades of innovation, and runs May 1 through January 18, 2025 at The Ultimate Driving Museum.
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Musician Jason Isbell looks at the camera, wearing a black striped jacket in front of a dark background
Sponsored
Road trip: Spoleto Festival USA is back May 22-June 9 in downtown Charleston
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A group of walkers in the Charlotte pride parade waving flags and waving at the crowd.
Culture
Headliners announced for Charlotte Pride
Mark your calendars for the annual pride festival and parade in the Queen City, scheduled for August 17-18, 2024.
April 16, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A group of people gathered at a dinner table smile while toasting their wine glasses beneath large umbrellas.
Events
Raise a glass for return of Charlotte Wine + Food Week fundraiser
Get ready for a week of wine, food, fun, and fundraising.
April 12, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
Two street lanes in the foreground with the Charlotte skyline and trains in the background on a gray, drizzly day.
Development
City approves funds to improve safety on popular NoDa road
Charlotte City Council will spend $12.9 million to transform NoDa’s Matheson Avenue into a two-lane road, adding bike and pedestrian lanes.
April 11, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A bronze figure of a man wearing a hat, glasses, and carrying a towel, pointing out towards traffic.
Travel and Outdoors
The story behind “Old Man Traffic”
The bronze man guiding South Charlotte traffic is a beloved local landmark.
April 8, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
A bee foraging from purple flowers surrounded by green leaves in springtime.
Volunteer
Help keep Charlotte “buzzing” with pollinators
The city is hosting events to keep pollinators and wildflowers beautiful and thriving.
April 5, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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A group of men wear hardhats and hold shovels tossing dirt from a mound with an American Flag hanging over them.
Development
A promising future for Charlotte’s new Firehouse #11
The new firehouse will replace the current Charlotte Fire Station 11 built in the 1950s and will feature upgraded first responder technology.
March 4, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
Cars cruise along I-77 with the Uptown Charlotte skyline in the distance.
Development
A long road ahead: The plan to expand I-77 South
Planning is underway to upgrade 11 miles of I-77 from Center City to the South Carolina state line.
March 3, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A Mardi Gras-themed colored mask is draped in colorful beads.
Festivals
How to celebrate Mardi Gras in Charlotte
There are plenty of ways to observe Mardi Gras in the Queen City, from day-long parties to spots to order King Cake.
March 3, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
People walking around a farmers market with vegetables on display.
Live
Farmers markets in Charlotte
Pack your reusable shopping bags, because we’ve rounded up nine farmers markets around the Queen City.
February 28, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A hamburger is placed in front of the camera of Brooks' Sandwich House.
Small Business
Brooks’ Sandwich House keeps serving burgers and (timeless) blessings
The iconic burger stand has been serving customers for 50+ years in the Queen City.
February 27, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
An aerial shot of the Shoppes at University Place with people walking along the waterfront.
Festivals
University City announces signature events for 2025
Expect to visit wine and arts festivals + relocated events this year in the University area.
February 27, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A marble facade and entryway which read "Latta Arcade."
Food
The Alley at Latta Arcade mixes history with the present
Latta Arcade houses several offices and retailers, welcoming Charlotteans to dine in the heart of Uptown.
February 26, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Children getting excited about an exploding beaker by two educators in rainbow lab coats.
Development
Matthews to gain new Discovery Place Kids location
The town and Discovery Place will soon hold public input sessions to help mold the future museum.
February 26, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Three men sit on a stage platform in a gold country club next to the Wanamaker trophy.
Sports
Countdown is on to 2025 PGA Championship
The world’s best golfers will compete at Quail Hollow Club May 12-18.
February 25, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
Two women speak to a small business vendor on a street.
Small Business
We’re celebrating Small Business Week, here’s how to join us
Join us at CLTtoday in celebrating the heart of our community, small businesses.
February 25, 2025
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Kristen Templeton