A new LED sign greets guest near the new Trade Street Plaza at the Spectrum Center. | Photo by CLTtoday
From rendering to reality. The second phase of the $245 million Re!magine Spectrum Center project is complete, giving sports fans and concertgoers an improved experience, just in time for the Spectrum Center‘s 20th anniversary, fall concert lineup, and the Hornets’ 2025-2026 season.
“We are looking fabulous,” Donna Julian, Hornets Sports and Entertainment’s Chief Venues Officer, told CLTtoday. “We wanted this to elevate our guest experience for all of our fans who are coming in.”
Guests to the new and improved Spectrum Center will find a brighter space, more seating, and hangout spots for all events.
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Upgrades
Belk Concourse: Within the main lobby, fans won’t miss a view of the new 225-ft LED board + new signage, brighter lighting, and flooring.
“Grab-and-go” markets: Seven new spots along the main concourse, offering hot and cold food items and drinks, including two Amazon stores.
Two new districts: The Lunazul North District and South District will boast 360-degree bars, offering views to the arena floor — this didn’t exist before.
Step into Appalachian music history at The Asheville Sessions
Presented by Explore Asheville
The Asheville Sessions is anchored by concerts on Friday, Nov. 7 + Saturday, Nov. 8, including performances by local artists and Ketch Secor of Old Crow Medicine Show. | Photo courtesy of David Simchock
100 years after “The Asheville Sessions” in 1925, where Asheville became the first Appalachian city to record country music at a makeshift downtown studio, the city is once again bringing Blue Ridge voices together.
How about an evening by the lake? That could be every evening moving forward when living in this four-bedroom home in Cornelius that just hit the market.
Announced
Ricci’s Hoagies is anticipated to open by late this year at the Centro NoDa development along East 36th Street. NoDa’s sandwich shop will be its first outside of Philadelphia. When an opening date is announced, we’ll keep you updated. (The Charlotte Observer)
Development
Renaissance Patisserie is expanding its location in SouthPark, growing its kitchen and adding more seating in a brand new dining room. The restaurant will close temporarily, but still serve items like danishes, coffee, espresso — and an exact reopening date is TBA.
Job
Macy’s opened its $641 million fulfillment center in China Grove, about 40 minutes northwest of Uptown. The facility is automated, and is expected to reach 800 employees by the end of the year. Apply here. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Ranked
Concord took the top spot as the most affordable vacation spot in the US, according to GOBankingRates. The study found total vacation costs below $1,000, and listed a mix of activities to enjoy. Did we mention we found a few staycation options?(WCNC)
Sports
How did the Panthers perform yesterday? Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Carolina Pantherswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Mailbag
“Robust menu with great options — and fusion is the key word.” Reader Molly C. shared a glowing recommendation to try Bella Fusion, a restaurant that recently opened in the old Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe spot on Kings Drive. We can’t wait to try the birria grilled cheese steak sandwich.
Family
Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville is celebrating 15 years in the community. This week, the museum will feature a daily DIY slime bar, starting tomorrow, Oct. 21, leading up to a birthday bask on Thursday, Oct. 23 — complete with party hats, dancing, and sweet treats.
Travel
Spooky season in Winston-Salem is packed with Halloween happenings: pick the perfect pumpkin at local farms, sip cider at fall festivals, take a spine-tingling ghost tour, or catch a concert under crisp autumn skies. Enter to win a Halloween in Winston-Salem package for a spirited fall getaway.*
Wellness
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👑 Help crown our city’s best
Which local brewery, lunch spot, and bookstore deserve the crown? | Graphic by 6AM City
Now comes the fun part: voting. Now through Tuesday, Nov. 25, you can vote for your number one spot in each category. From kid-friendly venues to the best places to golf, there are plenty of options to brag on your favorite biz. You can vote from your mobile or desktop.
Hold tight. Winners will be announced Monday, Dec. 8.
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Remember when Puljujariv scored the final goal to lead against the Rockets de Laval in the Eastern Conference Series final?
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It’s a slap-shot and a win for 48% of readers who knew the Checkers won the Calder Cup in 2019, when the Checkers made history and scored their first-ever AHL championship with a 5–3 victory over the Chicago Wolves at Allstate Arena.
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