Do you have questions about the $2.5 billion budget for the 2026 fiscal year? Mecklenburg County Commissioner George Dunlap, who represents District 3 (Northeast Charlotte), is hosting a community conversation to answer questions about the funds, along with new County Manager Mike Bryant.
Mark your calendar. The meeting is at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 26, at the University City Regional Library. RSVP by next Monday, Aug. 25.
So far this year, we’ve covered new restaurants and business openings, new developments and housing, greenway and park construction, and major events in the Queen City. Tell me, what do you want to read about for the second half of the year?
Monday Night Mahjong | 7-9:30 p.m. | Vaulted Oak Brewing | $35 | Get ready to tip those tiles in an exciting game with new friends + light bites are provided.
Tuesday, Aug. 19
Coffee with the Chamber | 8:30-9:30 a.m. | Sparetime Entertainment, Pineville | Free | Register to meet fellow coffee lovers and business leaders from across the Queen City.
Mad Miles Run Club | 6:30-8 p.m. | You Vs Yourself | Free | Take a run around Camp North End with this growing club.
Spirited History: Moonshine in the Backcountry | 7-8 p.m. | The Charlotte Museum of History | $20+ | Moonshine and history unite in this unique event at the museum — drinks will be available for purchase.
Vinyl Night | 4:30-9:30 p.m. | Cork & Cap | Free+ | Sip on your favorite wine while enjoying the tunes brought by new friends.
MAGOO | 8 p.m. | The Visulite Theatre | $15+ | Dance along to this band performing bluegrass with fresh flair.
Thursday, Aug. 21
90’s Music Bingo | 7-9 p.m. | Piedmont Social House | $7+ | Grab your scrunchies, flannels, and windbreakers to put your 1990s love to the test.
Unfiltered After Dark Comedy Show | 8-10 p.m. | Sip City Market & Bottle Shop | $7+ | Prepare to laugh with unfiltered jokes, solid punchlines, and real-life truths.
Crossroads Cinema: “The Incredibles” | 8:30-10:30 p.m. | Ford Green | Free+ | Grab your friends, lawn chairs, and enjoy a night under the stars by watching the Disney film.
The micro apartments will be a short walk away from Light Rail stations and South End retail.
Rendering via Panorama Holdings
Development
Panorama Holdings broke ground on its upcoming 84-unit micro-apartment building in South End. The development at the corner of West Boulevard and Tryon Street is expected to be completed in two and a half years.
Mansion Monday
Is this a home in Tuscany or Charlotte?This Eastover home boasts European-inspired architecture, with two offices, four bedrooms on the second floor, an open kitchen, and two fireplaces. Don’t mind us, we’re just picturing ourselves sipping wine on the patio.
Announced
Inizio Pizza Napoletana is expanding into Cotswold — becoming its fifth location in Charlotte. The restaurant will serve its signature Neapolitan-style pizza + will have a patio at its new location in the former IHOP. It’s expected to open late in the first quarter of 2026. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Health
Care Ring, a primary care center off Graham Street, is now taking clients for its new Two-Generation clinic. The clinic is donation-based + will provide medical care for mothers, babies, and family members. It’s only one of two in the country. (The Charlotte Observer)
Sports
Another preseason game under the Panthers’ belt — did they deliver on the field? Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Carolina Pantherswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Plan Ahead
Tickets are on sale for the premiere of “Fork and Hammer,” a new series spotlighting restaurateurs Jeff Tonidandel and Jamie Brown, the duo behind Ever Andalo, Reigning Doughnuts, and Leluia Hall. The screening will be at Carolina Theatre on Tuesday, Oct. 7 — one week before its nationwide series debuts.
Arts
There’s a new art installation welcoming visitors in the Hidden Valley neighborhood. “Responder,” created by international artist Blessing Hancock, was made to mirror a safe and welcoming space someone will find at a firehouse. The new sculpture marks the space for Charlotte Fire’s new firehouse, which is under construction. (WCNC)
Family
“Gabby’s Dollhouse” is heading to Discovery Place Science on Sunday, Aug. 24. The Meowseum Discovery Day will feature a meet + greet, storytime, a scavenger hunt, and art activities. After that, visit CAMP at SouthPark Mall starting Wednesday, Sept. 24, to check out a “Gabby’s"-themed immersive world.
Charlottean
A slam dunk for Carmel Christian School’s Bryce Slay. The star basketball player and son of former NBA player Tamar Slay, signed a Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) endorsement deal with College HUNKS Hauling Junk and Moving, making him one of the first graduates to get an NIL deal in Charlotte. (WCNC)
Feel Good
The Schiele Museum of Natural History in Gastonia received an animatronic dragon to fulfill a wish for resident Mary Grace Riddell. Mary Grace created stories around a dragon named Eclipse, and wished to see Eclipse come to life. Check out her special day.
Read
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From outdoor seating to a special menu for the pups, Angry Ale’s offers something for every customer. | Photo via Angry Ale’s
Whether you’re in need of a drinking paw-tnerat a local brewery, hitting the market, or just dining out, well, bone appetit. Get ready to dig into this guide for dog-friendly spots around the 704.
Pro tip: You can use BringFido to find more dog-friendly spots, too.
And if we missed your favorite dog-friendly spot, let us know.
Restaurants
Angry Ale’s | This Montford staple offers an expansive outdoor patio and special dog menu, featuring a pup-burger, bacon, and whipped cream “lattes.”
The Painted Rooster | The dog-friendly patio seats 50 people and provides shade for any sunny afternoon + boasts Charlotte’s best ranch.
Dogs welcome, humans tolerated
Lucky Dog Bark & Brew | Let your doggo roam within the fenced patio while you both visit this bar.
Frank’s Beer Shop | With a dog as the mascot, you can bet your best four-legged friend is welcome at this neighborhood bar and bottle shop.
The treat yourself organization staples you need to celebrate back-to-school season in style. No kids? No problem:
🗃️ This best-selling clear plastic drawer organizer set comes with 25 pieces — split them up around the house, or create the most organized office + desk system there ever was.
🌈 These legging organizers (yup, that product exists) save space in your closet and allow you to rainbow-fy your workout clothes.
🗂️ Speaking of rainbow-fy… grab a chic acrylic paper tray and a collection of rainbow file folders for a polished desktop look.
🗒️ Always writing to-do lists? You’ll probably love this one.
🖊️ Snag an instant mood-boosting purchase: rainbow felt-tip pens by Papermate.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Another news nugget on this Monday morning — Tap In is opening in LoSo on Thursday, Aug. 28. Perfect your golf swing using state-of-the-art golf simulators, play arcade games, and get your fill of pretzel bites or flatbread pizzas. I know my putter is ready.
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