Plus, your next coffee spot.
 
July 12, 2024 6AM-Top banner logo-small.png

SUBSCRIBE

Today’s Weather

85º | 60% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 6:18 a.m. | Sunset 8:39 p.m.
Full Weather Report | Traffic Report
 

Spontaneous weekend away?

A modern living room interior with a large gray couch, light gray arm chair, and stone fireplace.
Swiftstay provides homeowners and renters a chance to get away for a spontaneous trip without breaking the bank. | Photo via Swiftstay
Ever wanted to take a spontaneous weekend trip, but couldn’t find an affordable option on short notice? Enter: Swiftstay, a home exchange club in Charlotte where guests only pay cleaning costs to spend a weekend away.

How does it work?

Swiftstay is based off of a credit system. Every member starts with three credits (one credit = one night).
  • Every home is one credit per night — no matter how big or small.
  • You can travel for three nights before listing your home + you receive more credits once your home is listed. Swiftstay also provides linens, toiletries, and cleaning crew.
  • Members get .2 credits per night for listing and one credit per night a user books their home.
What’s the cost?

The membership is $300 a year but Swiftstay is waiving the first-year membership fee for folks who apply + get accepted in July, as part of its founding memberships. This means you get to travel for the weekend for the price of the cleaning fee, which ranges $99-$150 per booking.

CLTtoday_Swiftstay home exterior Charlotte_July 2025

Whether you’re looking for a weekend away in a new city or a staycation in Charlotte, Swiftstay provides locations in several cities in the Southeast.

|

Photo via Swiftstay

Where can you travel?

Swiftstay is launching in Asheville, Atlanta, Charlotte, Charleston, Chattanooga, Nashville, and Savannah — with more cities and seasonal destinations (think: mountains and ski towns) dropping soon.

Every Sunday at 6 p.m., Swiftstay will drop listings within a 1-5-hour drive from your home. Whether you’re looking to try out a different neighborhood in the Queen City or travel a little further away, there are plenty of homes with charm to choose from.

Interested? Join the waitlist.

Bonus: Make sure to say hi to our friends at NOOGAtoday, NASHtoday, CHStoday, and AVLtoday for more fun ways to enjoy your trip.
 
Asked
 

If you’re planning a staycation around Charlotte, what is a necessity?
A. Proximity to restaurants/bars/breweries
B. Reprieve from the city noise
C. Beach/lake/mountain views
D. Unique homes or amenities
E. Other
 
 
Events
 
Friday, July 12
  • Rock The Park Summer Concert Series | Friday, July 12 | 6:30-9 p.m. | Liberty Park, 255 E. Iredell Ave., Mooresville | Cost of purchase | Dance to 60s, 70s, and 80s hits performed by ENVISION.
  • Back to the Future: The Musical | Friday, July 12 | 7:30 p.m. | Belk Theatre, 130 N. Tryon St., Charlotte | $35+ | Watch Marty McFly race through time with Doc and the DeLorean in this show inspired by the classic film.
Saturday, July 13
  • Family Day 2024 | Saturday, July 13 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Promenade on Providence, 5341 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy., Charlotte | Cost of purchase | Spend “Sunday Funday” with the family + face painting, live music, games, and delicious food.
  • Grand Opening of M/I Homes in Laurelbrook | Saturday, July 13 | 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. | Laurelbrook Community, 8609 Acadia Pkwy., Sherrills Ford | Free | Find your dream house during a tour of two single-family model homes near Lake Norman.
  • Pep Rally for the 2024 US Olympic Women’s Field Hockey Team | Saturday, July 13 | 1-2:30 p.m. | Providence Day School, 5800 Sardis Rd., Charlotte | Don the red, white, and blue and cheer on the team before they depart for the Paris Olympics.
  • Copa America Third Place Match | Saturday, July 13 | 8 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium, 800 S. Mint St., Charlotte | $90+ | Canada and Uruguay face off for third place in South America’s biggest championship.
Sunday, July 14
  • Bastille Day Celebration | Sunday, July 14 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m. | Renaissance Pâtisserie, 6401 Carnegie Blvd., Ste. 4A, Charlotte, | Cost of purchase | Savor the tastes of France with a crêpe station, dessert specials, and live music.
  • Janet Jackson: Together Again | Sunday, July 14 | 8 p.m. | PNC Music Pavilion, 707 Pavilion Blvd., Charlotte | $40+ | Dance through Jackson’s musical repertoire as she takes “Control” of the stage in Charlotte.
Monday, July 15
  • Dot Dot Dot Anniversary Week | Monday, July 15 | 5-11 p.m. | Dot Dot Dot, 4237 Park Rd., Ste. B, Charlotte | Cost of purchase | Enjoy $7 off Old Fashioneds to celebrate Dot Dot Dot’s seven years of business.
Sunday, Aug. 11
  • Pisgah Enduro | Sunday, Aug. 11 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Camp Grier, 895 Camp Grier Rd., Old Fort | $90-$110 | Join the ranks of the fittest athletes while racing the finest trails in the Grandfather Range of the Pisgah National Forest.*
Click here to have your event featured.
 
 
▼SPONSORED▼
Wellness
 

✨ Brighten up: Try this summer glow skincare routine
woodhouse-spa-hydrafacial-CLT.jpg
Enjoy a hydrating Hydrafacial at Woodhouse Spa. | Photo by Woodhouse Spa
Pro tip: Achieve a radiant summer glow with expert-recommended skincare routines and treatments at Woodhouse Spa in SouthPark.

Here are a few to get you glowing:
  1. Start with BABOR Enzyme Cleanser for gentle exfoliation and SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF Serum to combat hyperpigmentation.
  2. Complete your routine with this Brightening HydraFacial, designed to enhance your skin’s natural radiance.
  3. Visit Woodhouse Spa’s website to explore offerings, purchase gift cards, and book your treatment for the ultimate summer glow.
 
News Notes
 
Transit
  • York County leaders will be discussing public transportation services next week. Plans will include more public transit offerings, traffic congestion, and more. Public meetings are scheduled for Tuesday, July 16 and Thursday, July 18. (WCNC)
Biz
  • Honeywell acquired Air Products, a company that liquefies natural gas, for nearly $2 billion. The purchase will allow Honeywell to meet increasing demands for global energy. (Charlotte Observer)
Trending
  • Tickets are still available to watch Uruguay vs. Canada tomorrow in the Copa América third place match at Bank of America Stadium. More than 70,000 people attended Wednesday’s game between Colombia and Uruguay. (WCNC)
Sports
  • The Charlotte Checkers released their 2024-2025 season schedule. Opening weekend is scheduled for 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18 at Bojangles Coliseum. Season tickets are on sale now with single game tickets available at a later date.
Development
  • The Picklr is coming to north Charlotte. The indoor pickleball club will be at 1801 N. Tryon St., as part of the Foundation Supply adaptive-reuse development. It’s expected to open in December. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Opening
  • Jekyll and Hyde Taphouse and Grill is opening its third location today in Waxhaw. The steampunk-themed spot is in the historic Nevin-Price building at 216 W. North Main St. Guests can enjoy English, Irish, and American food, spirits, and portraits with changing imagery. (WBTV)
Plan Ahead
  • Tickets for the 2025 PGA Championship at Quail Hollow Club go on sale Monday, July 15. Organizers say 120,000 people signed up for ticket pre-sales. The tournament opens Sunday, May 18. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Feel Good
  • Mooresville has a new mayor. The Mooresville Youth Council elected Reya, a 12-year-old pit bull, to serve as the city’s new dog mayor. Her term will last one year. (WCNC)
Sports
  • The Hornets went 3-0 in the California Classic. How will the wins transfer to the regular season? Go beyond the paint for the biggest stories on the Charlotte Hornets with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
    Wellness
    • Feeling lost in a sea of generic health advice? Lumen analyzes your unique metabolism with a single breath in the morning — and we scored you 15% off.*
     
     
    Try This
     

    ☕️ Coffees and cakes and pastries, oh my 🎂
    A hand holding a white cup with a coffee republic sleeve.
    Whether you’re craving a hot coffee or iced latte, this coffee spot has something for everyone.  | Photo via Coffee Republic
    If you’re anything like this City Editor, sometimes you need a satisfying cup of coffee. I did that and more at Coffee Republic in Cornelius.

    Coffee Republic started in 2003 by the Flynn family who were inspired by coffee shops with co-working spaces in London. The first location opened in Huntersville with two levels: a coffee shop downstairs and co-working space upstairs.

    The business grew years later to seven other locations expanding out of the Charlotte region, including Rockville, MD and Washington, DC. But the coffee beans are roasted in our backyard — Mooresville.

    In addition to roasting 12 varieties of coffee, the shop has its own bakery crafting scratch goods like peanut butter bars, scones, cheesecakes, pies, and vegan/gluten-free items. But what sets them apart? Custom cakes.
     
    The Buy
     
    A portable handheld fan. The battery-operated mini fan is compact enough to throw in a purse or tote, making it your new best friend for sports events, beach days, and outdoor festivals this summer.
     
    Answered
     

    Yesterday, we asked “what brought you to Charlotte?”
    An aerial shot of Uptown Charlotte with Bank of America Stadium in the foreground.

    Fortune 500 Companies in the Charlotte region include Bank of America, Lowe’s Home Improvement, Honeywell, Truist, and Duke Energy.

    |

    Photo via Wikimedia Commons

    It’s fun to see how Charlotte is growing. For City Editor Jack and me, work brought us to the Queen City — as it did for 38% of you.

    25% — Born and raised here
    20% — Family
    18% — Seems like a cool city (can’t argue there)
     
    6AM City In-house
     
    The Wrap
     
    Headshot of CLTtoday author Maria Delgado

    Today’s edition by:
    Maria
    From the editor
    I feel the itch to explore. Is there any place you want to see us visit and write about? For example, how should I spend my day in Davidson or Fort Mill? I’d love to know.
    Missed our previous newsletter?     ›
    Send Us A Scoop, Question, or Feedback     ›
    Advertise     ›
    Games | Crossword, Sudoku, and More     ›
     
     
    Feedback on Today's Newsletter

    Did you like today’s newsletter?

    😍 Loved it 🙂 Solid effort 😞 Changes needed
     
     

    Content marked with an * is paid advertising. Content marked with an ^ is created by our content studio. The company may also generate commission from affiliate links in the newsletter.

    Change your preferences or unsubscribe here.

    Copyright © 2023 6AM City Inc, All rights reserved.

    P.O. Box 2505, Greenville, SC 29602

    ADVERTISE | CAREERS | ETHICS | PRIVACY | THE BUY