09.28.2024

Today’s Weather

82º | 10% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 7:16 a.m. | Sunset 7:10 p.m.
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Editor’s Note

Hey, CLT. We hope you weathered Hurricane Helene well. We’re thinking of those all across the Carolinas and beyond affected by the storm. We hope this newsletter brings some positivity to close out your week.

Top Stories

Mayor Vi Lyles holds a massive pair of scissors for a ribbon cutting ceremony.

The River District West Boulevard Corridor now open | The West Boulevard Corridor going into the upcoming River District is now open for travelers. This week’s ribbon cutting for the four-lane expansion marks a milestone for the development in Charlotte.

A band performing in front of a purple background with the words "Beatles Tribute Night" suspended above.

“Come Together” for the southeast’s biggest Beatles festival | Love the Beatles? FabFest is a one-of-a-kind festival in Charlotte and takes place Friday, Oct. 4, and Saturday, Oct. 5. Tickets range $15-$56+ and are on sale now.

An egg is served on a biscuit on a plate in a restaurant.

Charlotte restaurants offer new menu options to ring in fall | Excited for fall? Savor the flavors of the season at a number of restaurants serving fall favorites.

Events

This Weekend

Syctoberfest | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 11 a.m.-11 p.m. | Sycamore Brewing & Taproom | Cost of purchase | Sip German-inspired brews in this all-day celebration.
ANSWER Scholarship Fall Festival: Help Send Moms to College | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 12-3 p.m. | Noble Smoke | $10+ | Savor local bites while raising funds for college scholarships for local mothers.
Pumpkin Centerpiece Workshop | Saturday, Sept. 28 | 6:30-7:30 p.m. | PlantHouse | $35 | Feeling spooky? Learn to arrange succulents and pumpkins for your fall-inspired centerpiece.
Harvest Festival at the Charlotte Regional Farmers Market | Sunday, Sept. 29 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | Charlotte Regional Farmers Market | Free | Sample wine and watch pumpkins fly during this annual festival at the farmers market.
Carolina Panthers vs. Cincinnati Bengals | Sunday, Sept. 29 | 1 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium | $81+ | Watch as QB Andy Dalton faces his former team at Bank of America Stadium.

Plan Ahead

SkillPop: Fall Gardening Basics | Tuesday, Oct. 1 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | 201 Camp | $38 | Learn to keep your garden thriving in every season during this hands-on course.
Charlotte FC vs. Chicago Fire FC | Wednesday, Oct. 2 | 7:30 p.m. | Bank of America Stadium | $15+ | Cheer for “The Crown” as they face Chi-town on the pitch.

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News Notes

Weather

A record 4.23 inches of rainfall fell in Charlotte on Thursday due to Hurricane Helene, becoming one of the wettest days in Charlotte history. Sunshine returns today with a few showers possible on Sunday. (WCNC)

Watch

Did you see this video of flooding along King Street in downtown Boone due to Helene? WCNC Chief Meteorologist Brad Panovich shared the video. He said he’s never seen this before. (WCNC)

Announced

Billy Joel and Sting will be performing in a one-night-only dual concert at Bank of America Stadium in May. Tickets go on sale Friday, Oct. 4. Here’s everything you need to know.

Development

Construction is expected to start on 3’s, a Justin Timberlake-backed golf entertainment venue, this fall. Pebble Creek Golf Course will be renovated to feature 12 holes + 4,000 sqft of dining and retail. It’s expected to open in 2025. (Charlotte Business Journal)

Opening

Sweetgreen will open its first North Carolina location in Uptown on Monday, Sept. 30 at 101 N. Tryon St., Ste. 101. Want to keep up with all the most recent restaurant and bars that are opening or closing in our area? Read more on our website.

Regional

Have you ever made a Charlotte faux pas like mispronouncing “Lancaster”? We’ve all been there. Here are all the unwritten rules Charlotteans should know about the city, according to CLTtoday readers.

Travel

Want to make sure your next vacation takes off without a hitch? Check out our guide to cheap flights out of Charlotte Douglas for your next adventure. Bon voyage.

Sports

What can we expect on the field as Andy Dalton and the Panthers face the Bengals?. Go beyond the gridiron for the biggest stories on the Carolina Panthers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

City Guide

🥪 Lunch on a budget

Where to find lunch deals around $15 in Charlotte

Consider celebrating Taco Tuesday every day at any of Tacos 4 Life’s four Charlotte locations. | Photo by CLTtoday

Looking for a tasty, local lunch spot that doesn’t break the bank? We’re here for you, Charlotte. Check out this list of 15+ places where lunch for one costs $15 or less.

Inizio Pizza Napoletana, 10620 Providence Rd., Charlotte
For $11, order a 12-inch Inizio’s Marinara pizza from a wood-fired oven.

Sabor Latin Street Grill, 14021 Conlan Cir., B1, Charlotte
Offering flavors from El Salvador, Dominican Republic, Venezuela, Mexico, and Colombia, take your pick of tacos, burrito bowls, and other street food favorites.

Rhino Market & Deli, 1500 W. Morehead St. Ste. E., Charlotte
An eclectic deli perfect for a grab-go-lunch offers a delicious chicken torta sandwich for $12.98.

Kid Cashew, 1608 E. Blvd., Charlotte
Less than five minutes from Freedom Park, guests can order a “Lunch Pick 2" for $11.95 on weekdays 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

Hungry for more options?

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