The nearly $43 million renovations are expected to be complete by early 2027. The 99,000-sqft concourse will provide new bathrooms and seats with charging capabilities + upgraded wall finishes, ceilings, lighting, carpet, and paint. According to city documents, the funding was approved in 2023.
Concourse D is home to 13 gates used primarily for international travel.
Rendering via Charlotte Douglas International Airport
The concourse updates are nothing new for CLT. In September, the airport unveiled an expanded Concourse A with 10 new gates and plans for more in the next four years.
To accommodate air travel, Charlotte City Council approved a plan to triple flight paths around the city. The proposed change would bring frequent flyovers to other parts of the Queen City. The FAA will make the final decision + implement those changes over the next two years.
Pet Portraits in NoDa | 4-10 p.m. | The Chamber by Wooden Robot - NoDa | $50 | Sip a craft brew while creating the perfect pet portrait using watercolors.
Book Signing with Author Sarah Chapelle | 4-7 p.m. | That’s Novel Books | Cost of purchase | Get a signed copy of “Taylor Swift Style,” a book documenting the pop star’s wardrobe.
Jason Bonham’s Led Zeppelin Evening | 7:30 p.m. | Ovens Auditorium | $32+ | Rock along as the son of Led Zeppelin drummer, John Bonham, pays tribute to the legendary band.
Kick off the new year with a fun getaway for the whole family. | Photo provided by VisitGreenvilleSC
In Greenville, every ‘yes’ leads to a new adventure. Add an extra scoop of ice cream or choose dessert before dinner. Find even sweeter deals on accommodations during your visit. Plus, discover kid-approved activities and meals that will leave everyone saying ‘yes’ to Greenville. When it’s a ‘yes’ day, the possibilities for family fun are endless.
Big changes are coming to south Charlotte. City council approved plans to redevelop land near Providence Road and Sardis Lane, adding affordable housing, retail, and public space over 105 acres. The rezoning committee will discuss the project on Monday, Dec. 16. (WCNC)
Community
A 350-unit multifamily development is in the works in NoDa. Charlotte-based Abacus Capital broke ground on the project at the corner of Greensboro Street and East Sugar Creek Road. A construction end date is TBA but we’ll keep you updated. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Closing
The Steele Creek YMCA at Ayrsley Town Center will close its doors. The branch in south Charlotte notified its members, citing “an evolution in service.” The health and wellness team plan to offer programming within local churches. An exact closing date is TBA. (Queen City News)
Coming Soon
The first speakeasy in York County opens Friday. Elsie’s at Kounter will serve Prohibition-style cocktails and elevated bites + will require a password to get in. The speakeasy plans to add private event space in 2025. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Cause
Mecklenburg EMS Agency (Medic) is hosting a holiday toy drive for children and families staying at the Ronald McDonald House of Greater Charlotte. On Monday, Dec. 16, new, unwrapped toys can be delivered to McDonald’s at 9505 South Blvd. from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Concert
Mark your calendars. The Beatles’ drummer Ringo Starr will perform in Charlotte on June 25, 2025. Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. The legendary drummer last played in Charlotte in 1992. (WCNC)
Arts
The art scene will explode in University City during BOOM Charlotte April 25-27, 2025. The festival explores creativity and building community connection through music, art, film, and more. Check out this year’s events.
Health
Did you catch this news? Novant Health made US News & World Report’s “2025 Best Hospitals for Maternity Care.” Hospitals were evaluated based on their performance in areas like newborn complication rates and transparency regarding racial disparities.
Sports
Running back Jonathon Brooks re-tore his ACL in Sunday’s game against Philly. What does this mean for the offensive line? Go beyond the clipboard for the biggest stories on the Carolina Pantherswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Try This
Not to glow-t, but we’ve never glowed like this before. The secret? A full-body massage and hydrating facial at Woodhouse Spa SouthPark. See how we spent our blissful afternoon.*
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Cause
Give red, get red.Donate Blood on the Big Red Bus at select Red Robin locations December 12-15. All donors receive a $20 eGift Card, aOneBlood gift + a free Red Robin gourmet burger. Learn more.*
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Including a chic bedside carafe and a winter-friendly lip balm. | Graphic by 6AM City
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A great gift for a significant other or someone you love — a personalized song plaque you can customize with their favorite song + a photo of you together.
Over the weekend, I was fortunate to go to Nutcracker, performed by the Charlotte Ballet. It was my first time seeing the dancers in action, many of whom made my jaw drop in awe! I highly recommend going to a performance.
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