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Prepare for the Around the Crown 10K
A group of runners with a person pointing to an Around the Crown 10k banner in Uptown Charlotte.
The Around the Crown 10K draws thousands of runners to Uptown Charlotte every September. | Photo by Samuel Martin via Around the Crown 10K
Get ready to run. Registration is open for the Around the Crown 10K. The annual event will lead runners and walkers along I-277 and through Uptown Charlotte on Sunday, Sept. 1

“Brian [Mister] and his wife were stuck in I-277 traffic and thought ‘I could run to my destination faster than sitting in this traffic’,” said Mindy Smith, Senior Account Executive at Darby Communications. Around the Crown launched in 2018, showcasing the Queen City from a different vantage point.

The Labor Day weekend race temporarily shuts down I-277, bringing 7,000 people to Uptown.

Mister’s goal is making the race achievable for everyone. Organizers launched a Pay What You Can with Truist to allow runners the ability to choose their registration fee based on their budget.

“Mister is trying to ensure finances are not a barrier,” said Smith. Organizers are also working with CATS to provide transportation. Details are TBA.

Runners passing under a street sign on I-277.

After running a mile in Uptown, racers enter I-277 for 3 miles and go “around the crown.”

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Photo via Around the Crown 10K

Not ready to do the 10K right now? Organizers created ways to get you prepared for the starting line, including the First Timer’s Club. “The club is geared toward people who are new to running, need the distance, or just need that accountability,” said Smith.

Organizers have also dedicated an entire webpage to training, complete with a goal calendar and exercises perfect for stretching.

“Around the Crown really does celebrate all abilities,” said Smith. “It’s so cool to be out there, in the start line, with all types of people and see that energy come alive, there’s nothing like it.”

Two runners in Noda with a black dog with the skyline behind them.

The NoDa 5K welcomes 2,000 runners to do a loop starting and ending at NoDa Brewing on N. Tryon St.

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Photo via NoDa 5K

Ahead of ATC, train by attending the NoDa 5K. It’s scheduled for Saturday, June 1 at 6 p.m. The event leads runners through a loop — starting and ending at NoDa Brewing Co.


Registration is open but spots may be limited. Prior to the race, peruse an art show and food trucks. After the race, stick around for awards + brews.
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How many miles are in a 10K?
A. 4.2
B. 7.1
C. 5.4
D. 6.2
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Events
Thursday, May 30
  • Volunthursday - Stream Cleanup | Thursday, May 30 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | 835 Norwood Dr., Charlotte | Free | Help keep Charlotte’s waterways free of debris in this community clean-up.
  • Keepsake Club | Thursday, May 30 | 2-10 p.m. | Carolina Beer Temple, 195 N. Trade St., Matthews | $6 | Sip a crisp lager with fellow beer lovers.
  • Ping Pong Club | Thursday, May 30 | 6-8 p.m. | Hi-Wire Brewing, 340 W. Tremont Ave., Ste. 140, Charlotte | Cost of purchase | Enjoy a cold brew + compete to win prizes in this self-guided league night.
  • Charlotte Knights vs. Worcester | Thursday, May 30 | 7:04 p.m. | Truist Field, 324 S. Mint St., Charlotte | $16-$62 | Catch the game + meet Charles Esten from the hit Netflix show “Outer Banks.”
Friday, May 31
  • YVY: Power Yoga with Domonique | Friday, May 31 | 7-8 a.m. | You Vs Yourself, 1701 N. Graham St., Charlotte | $10 | Combine yoga with higher-intensity exercise in this heart-pumping workout.
  • River Jam: Caleb Caudle | Friday, May 31 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | US National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy., Charlotte | $0-$12 | Enjoy the sunset + live music by the world’s largest man-made whitewater river.
  • Candlelight Spring: A Tribute to Beyoncé | Friday, May 31 | 9-10:15 p.m. | Great Aunt Stella Center, 926 Elizabeth Ave., Charlotte | $33.25 | Marvel at a candlelight concert with an orchestra performing the music of Beyoncé.
Saturday, June 1
  • National Trails Day with Carolina Thread Trail | Saturday, June 1 | 8 a.m.-6 p.m. | Carolina Thread Trail, 2400 Park Rd., Charlotte | Free | Celebrate the outdoors with guided hikes and bike rides.
  • Bites on Seventh Festival Presented by Eat Black Charlotte | Saturday, June 1 | 1-8 p.m. | Victoria Yards, 209 E. 7th St., Charlotte | Cost of purchase | Savor signature menu items highlighting Black-owned food trucks and restaurants.
  • George Strait | Saturday, June 1 | 5:45 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium, 800 S. Mint St., Charlotte | $200-$3,000 | “Check yes or no” to see the country singer perform with Chris Stapleton.
Sunday, June 2
  • Hairspray | Sunday, June 2 | Times vary | Belk Theatre, 130 N. Tryon St., Charlotte | $25 | “You can’t stop the beat” of the hit Broadway show’s opening weekend in Charlotte.
  • Summer Concert Series | Sunday, June 2 | 4-6 p.m. | USVI Wine Co., 167 Union St. S., Concord | Cost of purchase | Savor various wines + melodic sounds of jazz and R&B.
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News Notes
Civic
  • A straw vote is happening today to review the Mecklenburg County manager’s recommended budget for 2024-2025. The $2.5 billion operating budget includes a likely tax increase for business and home owners. The meeting will be streamed online.
Transit
  • Charlotte City Council is focusing on “orphan roads.” The council approved the Metropolitan Transit Commission agreement — a committee of towns that oversees transportation. Leaders claim the city must address private roads not maintained by the city or state. (WSOC)
Community
  • The City of Kannapolis wants your input on the Cannon Boulevard Corridor. The six-mile corridor stretches from I-85 to Landis. A drop-in meeting is scheduled for 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, June 11 at Elegancia Events Center (443 N. Cannon Blvd.).
Development
  • Construction is on track for Atrium Health’s Wake Forest University School of Medicine Charlotte and innovation district. “The Pearl” will house Charlotte’s first four-year medical school + retail spaces, apartments, a hotel, and more. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Weather
  • May in Charlotte is the 6th wettest on record — with 7.3 inches of rainfall. The wettest May on record happened in 1975 — 12.4 inches of rain. Trends point towards above-average rainfall in June. (WCNC)
Sports
  • The racing days are over for Stewart-Haas Racing. The championship-winning NASCAR team will close down after the 2024 season, citing a strain on commitment to the team. (WCNC)
Coming Soon
  • Salted Melon is opening a second location in Eastover. The restaurant at 815 Providence Rd. will feature all-day breakfast, salads, sandwiches, wraps, smoothies, tea, and coffee. The restaurant is expected to open later this summer.
Try This
  • Heroes Con is calling for volunteers. The annual comic convention runs Friday, June 14-Sunday, June 16. Volunteers get free admission to the Uptown event. Registration is open now.
Listen
  • Will 2024 offer hope with new offensive line talent? Follow the biggest stories on the Carolina Panthers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
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    Announced

    🦖 Life finds a way

    Dinosaurs will stomp into Discovery Place Science
    A dinosaur skeleton on a stand inside a dark museum.
    “Ultimate Dinosaurs” features 16 dinosaur specimens from the Southern Hemisphere. | Photo provided by Discovery Place Science
    Discovery Place Science announced its newest exhibition, “Ultimate Dinosaurs.” This prehistoric collection will feature 16 fully-articulated dinosaur species, including T. Rex’s bigger cousin, the Giganotosuarus.

    “‘Ultimate Dinosaurs’ isn’t your typical dinosaur exhibition,” said Heather Norton, Discovery Place’s Chief Science Officer. “Through augmented reality, history and science are brought to life to give guests a unique perspective on these rarely seen specimens.”

    The exhibition will showcase dinosaurs native to South America following the separation of Pangea during the Mesozoic Era (250-65 million years ago).

    Discovery Place Science visitors will participate in hands-on activities and use augmented reality to explore the physical characteristics of these prehistoric creatures.

    “Ultimate Dinosaurs” opens Friday, June 21 and runs through Sunday, Sept. 8. The exhibition is included in general admission.

    Pro tip: Visit the Accenture IMAX Dome Theatre to watch “T.REX.” It’s the Carolinas’ largest screen and one of 70 domed theaters in the world.
    Answered

    Earlier this week, we asked “What’s your favorite part of Olde Mecklenburg Brewery?”
    Olde Mecklenburg Brewery is preparing for its grand opening this Saturday, June 1 in Ballantyne. Ahead of the debut, we wanted to know your favorite part of the brewery.

    44% — The outdoor beer garden
    30% — Live music performances
    19% — The food
    6% — Beer selection
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    From the editor
    I’m not a runner but I’m excited about the Around the Crown 10K. I don’t think I can run it but I’m all for a walk/jog. Any training tips ahead of the event? I’m all ears.
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