Eastland Yards is expected to have apartments, retail, and a park when it’s fully constructed. | Rendering via Crosland Southeas
From a new park and retailers to affordable housing, there’s a lot to keep track of at Eastland Yards — a major development in East Charlotte that should be on your radar. While the redevelopment is happening in phases, here are several projects we’re keeping an eye on:
Living in Eastland
Evoke Living at Eastland Yards, a 55+ community for active adults with 72 units, opened in November 2024.
Beyond Evoke, leasing is underway at Solstice at Eastland Yards, a two-building mixed-use apartment complex along Hollyfield Drive. Developer Saussy Burbank is also actively building 38 homes as part of phase one of the Central Village.
Building business
The City of Charlotte recently approved the subleases for four businesses to open along the ground floor of the Solstice at Eastland Yards apartments:
Say it ain’t snow. Winter isn’t done with Charlotte yet, as snow could make its way into the Queen City this weekend. If you snap a pic, share it with us. (WCNC)
Biz
The Charlotte Hornets want to bring the NBA All-Star Game back to the Spectrum Center for the first time since 2019. The team pitched the idea to the Greater Charlotte Hospitality & Tourism Alliance, citing recent renovations and Uptown’s appeal. No bid timeline was shared. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Transit
The Town of Matthews will spend over $17 million to improve safety and upgrade John Street in the downtown area. Upgrades include making the street better for walking, biking, and driving. The construction timeline is TBA. (Queen City News)
Sports
Speaking of the Hornets... The team will retire Dell Curry’s No. 30 jersey in March. Curry spent 10 seasons with Buzz City and 17 years as the team’s color commentator. The ceremony will be during the March 19 game against the Orlando Magic — tickets are on sale. (WCNC)
Announced
Here’s a little ditty... John Mellencamp, the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer behind “Jack & Diane” will perform at Truliant Amphitheater. The 74-year-old will take the stage on Thursday, July 30 — tickets go on sale Friday, Jan. 23. (The Charlotte Observer)
Listen
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Plan Ahead
Two weeks away: Ice Fest Weekend 2026. Festivities include spectacular ice sculptures, glimmering garden displays, skating, games, gifts, food, fun, and snow much more. Peek the packed schedule.*
Edu
Wake Forest University School of Law recently announced a new joint degree program, the JD/Master of Health Administration. The goal: Equipping students with high-demand skills to navigate the intersection of healthcare policy, administration, and law. Here’s how it works.*
Editor Maria, here. Yesterday, I watched as dozens of people lined The Plaza as Buddhist monks walked through Plaza Midwood during their Walk for Peace. Strangers cried and hugged, peace was offered, and everyone left feeling uplifted. It was a moment I’ll never forget.
The monks are walking to Washington, DC, with stops in Greensboro, Raleigh, and Richmond — follow their journey.
Tomorrow, I’m heading to Durham to compete in an axe throwing tournament, where the winners get a bid to the international competition in Canada. Some of the country’s top throwers will be there, and while I don’t expect to place, I’m just thrilled to be a part of it. Axe throwing has been such a rewarding hobby and sport. Wish me luck!
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