The winter storm brought snow, ice, and freezing rain to the Queen City.
Photo via Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management Office
Editor Maria, here. Much of Charlotte is still defrosting, and as temperatures warm up, here are a few things to keep in mind:
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools are closed today + CATS anticipates detours and delays to service.
If you’re going out, watch for lingering black ice — especially on bridges and shaded roads.
Keep up with citywide updates via the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Office of Emergency Services, and track or report power outages using Duke Energy’s outage map.
Flying out of CLT? Check your flight status before heading to the airport.
NOVEL Davidson boasts a mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments and townhomes.
Photos via NOVEL Davidson
Development
NOVEL Davidson, a 237-unit development by Crescent Communities, is now open near downtown Davidson. Amenities for the complex include a community galley, a monarch butterfly garden, and a library. We’re loving that interior design.
Community
Two cases of measles have been confirmed in Mecklenburg County. Both are travel-related, and the individuals are isolating at home and recovering. Don’t forget: The county offers free walk-in services for the measles vaccine. (WCNC)
Tech
Drones can now deliver DoorDash orders within six miles of Northcross Shopping Center in Huntersville. Wing, owned by Google’s parent company Alphabet, Inc., expanded its drone delivery after launching in May at the Arboretum. What will you order first?(The Charlotte Observer)
Development
Could a festival-style space take over Brookhill Village? The 36-acre site in South End was rezoned in December, and, according to developers Griffin Brothers Cos., could soon have outdoor recreation space, food and beverage spots, and festival-ready open area. The company has started looking for tenants for the area. (The Charlotte Ledger)
Finance
The Internal Revenue Service will start processing 2025 tax returns today. Once you get around to it, the IRS has some tips to make the process as smooth as possible.If you get some money back, Charlotte’s best lunch deals are a way to celebrate.
Mansion Monday
A five-bedroom, five-bathroom home just hit the market in Morrocroft. Tour the European-inspired home with a terracotta roof, natural stone, chef’s kitchen, and in-ground pool. It’s giving resort-style retreat.
Sports
The Carolina Hurricanes are on fire, ranking third in the NHL and as the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference in points. Go beyond the ice for the biggest stories on the Carolina Hurricaneswith Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Job
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Listen
Remember when almost every artist would release live albums? Streaming has drastically changed our access to live music, but we can still reminisce on the best examples from history. An album is good, but the real thing is better — as you’ll discover at Charlotte’s music venues. (The Guardian)
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Environment
♻️ Bin there, change that
Charlotte collects trash and recycling on a bi-weekly schedule. | Photo via City of Charlotte
Collecting plastic bags in your home? What a waste. Mecklenburg County recently announced plastic bags and wraps can be dropped off at full-service recycling facilities or the staffed drop-off center at William R. Davie Park. It’s all part of the county’s enhanced recycling program, meaning certain items must be dropped off in person to be recycled, rather than being placed in a bin.
Didn’t realize that’s new? It’s ok. Here’s everything you need to know about recycling in Charlotte.
Recycling cheat sheet
Plastic bottles and jugs, aluminum foil, cans, glass bottles and jars, paper cartons, cardboard, and writing material can be recycled curbside in Charlotte. There are some rules to keep in mind:
Empty and rinse plastic, glass, and aluminum bottles and jars.
Flatten cardboard.
Anything soiled by food should be kept out of recycling.
Ceramics or glassware like Pyrex, picture frames, or vases are best donated or thrown in the trash.
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I hope everyone stayed safe and warm this weekend. I’m still defrosting. If you took any cool pictures of the storm, I’d love to see them and share in an upcoming newsletter.
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