Livin La Vida Local

• Median family income: $54,500
• City’s population: 520,829
• Estimated cost to buy a home: $139,002 (prices have increased by 201.2%)
• Average cost of a gallon of gasoline in North Carolina: $0.59

• The summer sweltered with a record-breaking heatwave that hit 105° + Concord Mills Mall debuted.
• The Carolinas were battered with a heavy hurricane season — getting hit by Hurricane Dennis and Hurricane Floyd in August and September of 1999.
• The nightclub Mythos had become a fixture in Uptown’s nightlife scene.

• Cher made a comeback with her “Do You Believe?” tour at the now-defunct Charlotte Coliseum.
• Paul Simon serenaded the crowd with “Bridge Over Troubled Water” and “Graceland” with the “1999 North American Tour” at the former Blockbuster Pavilion — now PNC Music Pavilion.
• Dave Matthews Band and Boy Wonder performed “Ants Marching” and other favorites in July of 99 at the former Blockbuster Pavilion.

• Science on the Rocks | Friday, June 21 | 6-10 p.m. | Discovery Place Science, 301 N. Tryon St., Charlotte | $18-$22 | Grab a cocktail, pet an animal, and get hands-on in the labs at Uptown’s largest recurring social event.
• River Jam: Pink Beds | Friday, June 21 | 6:30-9:30 p.m. | US National Whitewater Center 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy., Charlotte | $12 | Bring your chairs and enjoy the electro-indie rock band from Asheville during sunset.

• Yoga on the Lawn | Saturday, June 22 | 10-11 a.m. | The Mint Museum Randolph, 2730 Randolph Rd., Charlotte | Free | Start your Saturday with a stretch on the front lawn at Mint Museum Randolph.
• 2nd Annual Knights of Peter Claver Awards Gala | Saturday, June 22 | 5-11 p.m. | 1235 Badger Ct., Charlotte | $105-$200 | Dress up and celebrate local people exemplifying innovation and sustainability.
• Outlaw Music Festival: Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Robert Plant, and Alison Krauss | Saturday, June 22 | 5:30 p.m. | PNC Music Pavilion, 707 Pavilion Blvd., Charlotte | $44+ | These iconic artists are “On The Road Again” before taking the stage in Charlotte for one night only.

• Sunday Supper: Farmer Friends Series - Old North Farm | Sunday, June 23 | 5:30 p.m. | L’Ostrica, 4701 Park Rd., Unit D, Charlotte | $85 | Savor a five-course dinner with ingredients provided by local farmers + the farmers will join as special guests.
• An Evening of Smooth Jazz with Jazmin Ghent | Sunday, June 23 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Middle C Jazz Club, 300 S. Brevard St., Charlotte | $28-$40 | Be serenaded by the smooth jazz saxophonist and gospel recording artist.
• Music from the Movies | Sunday, June 23 | 8:15 p.m. | Symphony Park, 4400 Sharon Rd., Charlotte | $15 | Relive the musical moments from films like “The Lord of the Rings,” “Star Trek,” “Star Wars,” and more performed by the Charlotte Symphony.

• Honeywell is expanding with a $1.9 billion acquisition of CAES Systems Holdings LLC. The deal will add 2,200 employees and improve Honeywell’s defense technology network. (The Charlotte Observer)

• An investigation is underway after the old control tower at Charlotte Douglas International Airport caught fire on Thursday. Four people were safely evacuated. No airport operations were impacted by the fire. (WCNC)

• The Carolina Panthers released their 2024 training camp schedule. The team also announced Fan Fest will be held at Clemson’s Memorial Stadium for the first time. Go beyond the field for the biggest stories on the Carolina Panthers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

• Marina’s Tapas, the Spanish tapas stall coming to Optimist Hall, will take over its sister restaurant Customshop for an exclusive first look and tasting of their upcoming menu. Mark your calendar for Sunday, July 14, from 1 to 4 p.m. at 1601 Elizabeth Ave.

• Gastonia father Matthew Shortridge revived his two-year-old daughter after falling into the family pool. The child made a full recovery. The family says every parent should go through CPR training for potential emergencies. (WCNC)

• Life finds a way. Discovery Place Science’s newest exhibition, “Ultimate Dinosaurs,” is now open. This prehistoric collection features 16 fully-articulated dinosaur species. The exhibit runs through Sunday, Sept. 8 and is included in general admission.

• The Charlotte Knights are bringing summer fun to Truist Field. From Tuesday, June 18 to Sunday, June 23, bring the fam for their home games against the Gwinnett Braves, featuring post-game fireworks, giveaways, and a chance to play catch on the field before the game. See the full schedule + snag tickets.*

• Renewal by Andersen^® windows combine stunning beauty with energy-efficient design. Buy one, get one 40% off + get $200 off your order for a limited time.*

• Kick off your holiday weekend with Charlotte FC on Wednesday, July 3, as the Boys in Blue take on Inter Miami CF at the Bank of America Stadium. Experience the thrill of an MLS Eastern Division matchup, with tickets starting at $50. Snag tix.*

• BLK MRKT + Durag Fest Expo located in Goodyear Arts
• Frankie Zombie
• Jane Manfredi of Good Postage
• Sharon Dowell and Christopher Holston at Free Range Bar

• Boileryard district: 1824 Statesville Ave.
• Mount district: 1774 Statesville Ave.
• Keswick district: 1801 N. Graham St.