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Your guide to the 2025 election in Mecklenburg County
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Only some residents can get stickers this go around. | Photo by WStoday
The countdown to Election Day is on. Here’s what you need to know as you prepare to cast your ballot on or before Tuesday, Nov. 5.

Registration guidelines

Date you need to know: Friday, Oct. 11

You must be registered to vote in the 2024 election. Use the NC State Board of Elections’ voter search tool to check if you’re registered. If your status as a voter is “inactive” you do not need to register again.

If you need to register, you must do so by 5 p.m. tomorrow, unless you plan to vote early. Check that you meet eligibility requirements first, then complete a voter registration form. Mail it to the Mecklenburg County Board of Elections office (741 Kenilworth Ave.) or return it in person. If you opt for mail, it must be postmarked by the Oct. 11 deadline.

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Early voting begins Thursday, Oct. 17 and ends on Saturday, Nov. 2nd.

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Photo via WCNC

In-person early voting

Dates you need to know: Thursday, Oct. 17-Saturday, Nov. 2

Unlike Election Day, you can cast your ballot at any of the 33 early voting sites in Mecklenburg County. In-person early voting begins Thursday, Oct. 17 at 8 a.m. and ends at 3 p.m. on Nov. 2 — the Saturday before Election Day.

Same-day registration is available during early voting. That means you can register to vote and cast your ballot at the same time. You’ll need to show a valid photo ID and provide a document that shows your current address.

Live in York County? Look for a full guide on voting in South Carolina coming soon.
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Events
Thursday, Oct. 10
  • Fresh & Now Music Festival | Thursday, Oct. 10 | 5-7:30 p.m. | Winthrop Lake, Rock Hill | Free | Jam to live music, 40+ vendors, food trucks, and activities in this family-friendly event.
  • Catch Your Breath: Gardens of Ease | Thursday, Oct. 10 | 6-9 p.m. | Duke Mansion | $23+ | Entrepreneurs and small business owners are encouraged to pause and recharge in this unique workshop.
Friday, Oct. 11
  • Confluence Block Party | Friday, Oct. 11 | 3:30-6:30 p.m. | The AvidXchange Music Factory | Free | Celebrate the music of the Carolinas while enjoying live performances, networking, vendors, and games.
  • Film Series: Into The Well | Friday, Oct. 11 | 7:05-9 p.m. | US National Whitewater Center | $12 | Watch the adventure documentary of West Virginia’s first ultramarathon during sunset.
Saturday, Oct. 12
  • Black Men’s Wellness Day | Saturday, Oct. 12 | 7 a.m.-12 p.m. | Friendship Missionary Baptist Church | Free | Take part in a 5K run/walk + Novant Health will provide free healthcare screenings.
  • Nebel’s Alley Night Market | Saturday, Oct. 12 | 4-9 p.m. | Nebel’s Alley Night Market | Free | Shop local crafters and artists during South End’s popular vendor market.
Sunday, Oct. 13
  • Faulty Towers: The Dining Experience | Sunday, Oct. 13 | 12 p.m. + 6 p.m. | Stage 2 at Blume Studios | $90+ | Savor a three-course meal while laughing during this mostly-improvised comedy show.
  • Bank of America ROVAL™ 400 | Sunday, Oct. 13 | 2 p.m. | Charlotte Motor Speedway | $60 | Enjoy the pre-race concert before watching racecars ignite 109 laps at the track.
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News Notes
Community
  • Carolina on our mind, and in our hearts. We’re currently raising donations for BeLoved Asheville, a local organization supporting food and water distribution, clothing and supply deliveries, and debris cleanup across the region. 100% of funds raised will go to support recovery efforts across WNC, in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
Announced
  • Keith Urban, Sheryl Crow, and Bailey Zimmerman will perform in the “Concert for Carolinas” benefit concert at Bank of America Stadium. The artists join headliners Luke Combs, James Taylor, Eric Church, and Billy Strings. The concert is Saturday, Oct. 26. Tickets go on sale today at 10 a.m.
Edu
  • Classes at App State University will resume on Wednesday, Oct. 16. Students have not been in the classroom since Hurricane Helene. Some buildings suffered damage in the storm. (WCNC)
State
  • The North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation anticipate all state parks west of I-77 will be closed through at least Thursday, Oct. 31 in wake of disaster recovery following Helene. These include Chimney Rock State Park, Crowders Mountain State Park, and Lake Norman State Park. (The Charlotte Observer)
Environment
  • Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services found harmful algae blooms in lower Lake Norman. The organization recommends avoiding boating, swimming, and other water-based activities until samples come back clear. (WCNC)
Development
  • M/I Homes will build 300+ homes and townhomes in Mooresville. The developer purchased 123 acres of land in Cambrey Point. Sales are expected to open in 2026. The Ohio-based homebuilder also opened sales at two projects in Huntersville, on Oliver Hager Road and Yellow Springs Drive. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Ranked
  • Italian restaurant Little Mama’s ranked No. 1 for Yelp’s list of top places to eat pasta in every state. The site studied online guest reviews for each restaurant. Diners raved about the restaurant’s penne alla vodka. (Yelp)
Closed
  • Riccio’s Italian Restaurant has closed its kitchen. The restaurant at 9213 Baybrook Ln. opened in 1962 and served New York-style pizza, pasta, and salads. Long-time diners took to social media to share their favorite menu items.
Listen
  • How much should Hornets starters play before the regular season begins on Wednesday, Oct. 23? Go beyond the court for the biggest stories on the Charlotte Hornets with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Drink
Real Estate
  • In case you missed it, Sycamore Trail Phase II duets are now for sale. This new community on Matthews Mint Hill Road is conveniently located just minutes from schools, shopping, and downtown. Psst… You could snag up to $20,000 in flex cash and move in early next year. Learn more.*
Eat
  • Get $20 to spend at 204 North Kitchen & Cocktails and more great perks when you sign up for Offline, our city’s restaurant discovery club. Try your first month free with code OFFLINE6AM.*
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Plan Ahead

🍁 Autumn is in the air

Pumpkin patches, mazes, and haunts around Charlotte
Pumpkins scattered about a baseball field with high-rise buildings in the background.
For one day only, Truist Field will transform into a massive pumpkin patch in the heart of Uptown. | Photo via Charlotte Knights
Ready for sweater weather, Charlotte? From pumpkin patches and corn mazes to apple picking, fall is one of our favorite seasons in the Queen City.

Get ready to come alive — or play dead at a fall-tastic haunted house like at Scarrigan Farms — with this guide featuring 20+ fall events happening now through November.

Pumpkin patches + mazes

Bush N Vine Farm, 1650 Filbert Hwy., York
Every weekend in October, guests can pick their own pumpkin before (or after) taking a one-mile walk down a hiking trail + live music and food.

Carrigan Farms, 1261 Oakridge Farm Hwy., Mooresville
Enjoy a hayride to the petting zoo before picking the best gourd from a 20-acre field.

Charlotte Knights’ 5th Annual Pumpkin Patch, 324 S. Mint St., Charlotte
On Saturday, Oct. 12, thousands of pumpkins will fill the outfield in this fall season kickoff + a portion of purchases will benefit the Charlotte Knights Charities Foundations.
15+ fall events
Asked
 

The most wonderful time of year to explore the city is…
A. Spring
B. Summer
C. Fall
D. Winter
E. All of them
 
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Suede Chelsea boots — they’re the perfect fall/winter staple for your closet that offers you comfortable wear with ankle support and a slim silhouette.
 
Answered
 

Yesterday, we asked “studies suggest turning off outside lights helps bird collisions with buildings drop by:"
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The American goldfinch has a seasonal migration pattern between Canada and North Carolina.

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Photo by CLTtoday

It’s peak bird migration season and we wanted to see if you knew how significantly lights affect those migration patterns.

By turning off non-essential lights from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m., bird collisions with buildings drop by 80% — 40% of you got it right.
 
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From the editor
A spooky carved pumpkin in a very dark room with a glowing orange face.

Fall is my favorite season. I love seeing the leaves change color and the cooler autumn air. One of my favorite activities is picking pumpkins at Carrigan Farms to carve for Halloween. I’ll be taking suggestions for this year’s designs. The pumpkin above was from 2022.
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