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Maersk plans to hire 1,300 people in Charlotte by 2030. | Photo via Mecklenburg County
Job announcements in the Queen City are at a record pace according to Mecklenburg County, and two new announcements just joined the lineup.
Global shipping giant Maersk announced it is bringing its headquarters to South Charlotte, creating 520 jobs and investing $16 million into the city by 2027.
The Denmark-based company has operated in Ayrsley since 2006, but it will now designate that campus as its North American headquarters, with plans to grow its local workforce to 1,300+ employees. The expansion includes roles in finance, tech, and HR, with average salaries over $100,000.
The Commonwealth aims to be a shopping and restaurant destination in Plaza Midwood.
Rendering via Thrift Commercial Real Estate Services
As Charlotte continues to attract major employers, Scout Motors, the Volkswagen-backed EV brand, recently revealed plans to bring its global headquarters to Commonwealth in Plaza Midwood, investing $200+ million and adding 1,200 jobs by 2030 in engineering, IT, design, and more.
Perfect for couples or solo travelers, Columbia’s arts scene promises memorable experiences. | Photos provided by Columbia Museum of Art, South Carolina State Museum, and Experience Columbia SC
Columbia, SC offers a vibrant mix of cultural experiences for visitors seeking something unique:
Phase two of construction will begin next month on the Carolina Sports Medicine Center in South Charlotte. Taylor Capital is adding a 30,000-sqft building with a surgery center and medical service space to the Rae Farms project along Golf Links Drive. The work will take ~10 months. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Coming Soon
Pause Studio Arboretum will open in Ballantyne next month. The state-of-the-art wellness studio offers flotation therapy, infrared sauna, cold plunge, and more — starting at $35. When an opening date is announced, we’ll let you know.
Quoted
“It feels like coming home, honestly.” Charlotte mixologist Bob Peters is once again teaming up with Soul Gastrolounge to oversee the bar program. Peters will also helm the drink program at Stylus Soundlounge, Andy and Lesa Kastanas’ upcoming concept adjacent to Soul — more on that coming soon.
Closed
Legion Brewing’s location in Plaza Midwood is closed for renovations. The taproom is expected to open by Friday, Dec. 5, ahead of the Midwood Market.
Watch
Charlotteans and restaurateurs Jeff Tonidandel and Jamie Brown are going national. The pair’s docu-series “Fork & Hammer” is now airing on DIY-streaming channel Create TV. The show, which also airs on PBS, follows the couple’s ongoing work to operate multiple restaurants in the Queen City.
Sports
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Closed
Bulldog Taproom and Social quietly closed in NoDa, and a new restaurant may be taking its place. According to city filings, “Kulture Restaurant” is seeking an Alcoholic Beverage Control inspection for the former bar and restaurant. As for Bulldog, the taproom in South End remains open. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Try This
TreesCharlotte is looking for volunteers to help plant 173 trees at RC Bradford Park on Saturday, Nov. 22. Can’t make it? The group will plant 41 trees in the McKee Ridge community on Saturday, Dec. 6.
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Wellness
✨ Stress-free holidays
Did we mention Mood House sells candles and memberships, too? | Photo via Mood House
If you require some much-needed “me time,” you’re in luck. Between busy summers and preparing to host holiday parties, now’s the perfect time to practice wellness and self-care. Take this as a sign to treat yourself.
Yoga is an exercise with proven physical and mental health benefits for any skill level. Whether you’re a self-proclaimed yogi or brand new to the practice, CLT has plenty of studios with yoga classes for all fitness levels.
Hit reset with a salt therapy
Step inside Salt + Souls for a calming dose of halotherapy. The salt rooms are designed to help you breathe easier, relax your muscles, and quiet your mind.
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