One of the Ally Tipoff 2024 matchups include South Carolina vs. NC State. | Photo via Charlotte Sports Foundation
It’s been an exciting week for Charlotte sports fans. The Panthers won at home on Sunday, plus CLTtoday brought you the news of two upcoming Duke’s Mayo Classic games at Bank of America Stadium.
Fear not basketball fans, we made sure to save you a slam-dunk story. Women’s college basketball takes center stage at Spectrum Center in Uptown on Sunday, Nov. 10 for the Ally Tipoff.
Fans can expect not one, but two nationally-televised match-ups featuring three of last year’s final four teams in the NCAA Women’s Tournament.
3 p.m. — NC State vs. South Carolina (televised on ESPN)
5:30 p.m. — Virginia Tech vs. Iowa (televised on ESPN2)
“We want every fan who walks in this Sunday to feel like they were part of a special moment,” shared Miller Yoho of Charlotte Sports Foundation.
Tickets are still available,so fans can be part of that electric moment. — possibly among a bigger, louder crowd.
Friday, Nov. 8 Chris Tomlin - Holy Forever World Tour | 7 p.m. | Bojangles Coliseum | $20+ | Have a “Glorious Day” seeing the faith-based singer perform live.
Saturday, Nov. 9 CLT Cider Festival | 12-4 p.m. | Red Clay Cider Works | $37+ | Sample a wide selection of artisanal ciders from over a dozen regional and national makers + food and live music.
Charlotte Margarita & Mimosa Fest | 2-8 p.m. | Encore Nightclub Charlotte | $24+ | It’s exactly what you think — a party with delicious drinks and a jamming DJ.
Carolina Ascent FC vs. Spokane Zephyr FC | 7 p.m. | American Legion Memorial Stadium | $15 | Watch Charlotte’s only undefeated pro sports team fight to keep their perfect season.
Marc Anthony History Tour | 8 p.m. | Spectrum Center | $50+ | Prepare to be swooned when the singer takes the stage.
Sunday, Nov. 10 2024 Tega Cay Veterans Dinner Celebration | 5:30-8:30 p.m. | Philip T Glennon Community Center, Tega Cay, SC | $45 | Join a night celebrating all who have served, featuring guest speaker Lt. Gen. Michael S. Tucker, US Army (Ret.).
Paint Nite | 7-9 p.m. | D9 Brewing Lake Norman | $40+ | Sip on delicious craft beers while painting your latest masterpiece.
Mecklenburg County plans to buy dozens of homes around Mountain Island Lake that flooded during Helene. Buyouts are voluntary for county homeowners. Mecklenburg County Storm Water Services will spend $8 million on the project in the next six months. (WBTV)
Announced
Iredell-Statesville Schools are banning all bags from sporting events starting this week. The no-bag policy applies to purses, totes, diaper bags, and backpacks. Fans are encouraged to read the district’s code of conduct before attending any on-campus events. (WCNC)
Development
New York-based commercial real estate firm Berkadia is selling 191 acres near University City. The undeveloped area at the I-85 and I-485 interchange aims to be transformed into a new multifamily community called “The Crossway District.” (Charlotte Business Journal)
Plan Ahead
Coffee shop Fly Kid Fly is hosting its grand opening at The Bowl at Ballantyne. Mark your calendars for Saturday, Nov. 16, from 8 to 11 a.m. Get ready for a live DJ and paper airplane contest with a huge prize — free coffee for a year.
Shop
Wegmans is expected to start construction on its Ballantyne store in 2025.The 110,000-sqft store will be found along North Community House Road — less than a half mile from The Bowl at Ballantyne. It’s expected to open in 2026. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Eat
Enjoy a later dinner? The Alley at Latta Arcade in Uptown is extending its hours. Tenants are now open until 8 p.m. daily. The food court offers a long menu of options from burgers and pizza to cocktails.
Travel
Avelo Airlines added five new, nonstop routes to Concord-Padgett Regional Airport, including Boston, Philadelphia, and Hartford, CT. Fares are expected to start at $41. Routes will operate twice a week.
Sports
Bryce Young will be starting quarterback in Sunday’s game in Munich, Germany. Go beyond the international stage for the biggest stories on the Carolina Pantherswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Watch
The Fillmore is hosting a watch party for Charlotte FC’s must-win MLS Playoff match against Orlando City SC. The party starts tomorrow at 5 p.m. The Crown needs to win to advance to Round 2.
Pets
Good dog, Bella. Is that something you’ve said recently? You’re not alone — Bella is the most popular name for dogs in North Carolina according to US News & World Report. Consider taking Bella to the 70-acre off-leash dog park at Whitewater Center.
Trending
Speaking of dogs. Bo the bloodhound with the Gastonia Police Department will appear on the Today Show on WCNC this morning at 8:30 a.m. Bo is competing for “Top Hero Dog” after being named “Law Enforcement Hero Dog of the Year.” (WCNC)
Drink
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Finance
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Community
🏙️ Dreaming big
The Charlotte Mecklenburg Dream Center is an outreach of Restoring Place Church. | Photo via Charlotte Mecklenburg Dream Center
You’ve probably heard the phrase, “it takes a village to raise a child.” It’s a philosophy The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Dream Center — a local faith-based nonprofit — lives by each day. And you have the chance to help.
The Dream Center is raising $100,000 duringDream Week, running now through Monday, Nov. 10, to celebrate 10 years of serving the Queen City.
“We hope to use this week to let all of Charlotte know what we do – and what they can do – to help our neighbors in need of assistance, whether it’s in the form of food, housing, emotional, and spiritual support,” says Victor Nicholson, executive director of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Dream Center.
The Dream Center is always looking for volunteersor, if you’re able, consider donating to help this “dream” become a reality.
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