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Sports
Swing into friendly competition at Epic Padel
Epic is opening a flagship location in North Charlotte + aims to build a community for the fast‑paced racket sport, from beginners to seasoned players.
August 29, 2025 01:29 PM
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Maria Adnado
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Business
Sycamore Brewing to open new location in Cotswold
The new brewery will be designed for families + boast a larger menu and beer garden.
March 20, 2025
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Mixologist Colleen Hughes poses in front of a bar, sliding a cocktail out.
Food
Mixologist Colleen Hughes spills on James Beard nomination
The Charlotte mixologist and James Beard semifinalist spoke exclusively with CLTtoday about her passion and the Queen City’s cocktail scene.
March 20, 2025
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Play
Raise a glass to Charlotte’s beer scene
Whether you favor a crisp lager or sweet stout, we’ve made a list of the breweries around the Queen City.
March 17, 2025
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Arts
Local artist curates thought-provoking exhibition
The works of 50+ artists are on display as part of “Sovereign: Honoring Bodily Autonomy” at the McColl Center in Uptown.
March 14, 2025
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A crowd of people wave while taking part in the St. Patrick's Day parade in Uptown.
Festivals
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in royal fashion
There’s a wide range of events across the Queen City to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
March 13, 2025
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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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Jack VanderToll
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Travel and Outdoors
When to spot hummingbirds across Charlotte
Birds like the ruby-throated hummingbird will be appearing in Charlotte in the spring — find out where you can spot them.
March 11, 2025
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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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The Pearl dazzles as Charlotte’s new innovation district
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Airports and Transportation
Understanding the Terminal Lobby Expansion project
Charlotte Douglas International Airport is expected to complete its $608 million lobby expansion project by fall 2025.
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Where to find artificial intelligence in action in Charlotte
The Queen City is becoming an emerging hub for artificial intelligence, with businesses, hospitals, and universities adopting more AI technology.
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New food market coming to West Charlotte
The market is a team effort by Counter- and The Bulb to provide healthy options and fight food insecurity in the Queen City.
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New Uptown hotel aims to be sleek hangout spot
Charlotte’s Moxy Hotel boasts murals by local artists, skyline views, and attitude, encouraging locals and visitors to be adventurous in the Queen City.
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