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If voters are in line at 7:30 p.m., they will still be allowed to vote.
Photo via Mecklenburg County
Election Day is tomorrow, March 3, for the 2026 North Carolina primaries, and here are a few things you need to know:
Polls are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. — if you’re in line, you will be able to vote.
On the ballot: US Senate, Mecklenburg County sheriff, and the board of commissioners’ at-large member and Districts 1, 2, and 3 representatives. Our news partners at WCNC will keep you updated with the results as they come in.
Nominations are open for the City of Charlotte’s annual Police-Community Relations Awards, honoring CMPD officers and teams strengthening community relationships. The last day to apply is Tuesday, March 31, and officers will be honored at an awards ceremony in May.
Opening
Chicken Salad Chick will open Tuesday, March 10 at Magnolia Plaza in Cornelius. The sandwich shop offers more than a dozen flavors of chicken salad, and will celebrate the opening with a week of giveaways. (The Charlotte Observer)
Try This
Tickets are live for Supperland’s spring speakeasy: Journey of a Honeybee. Starting Thursday, March 26, through Saturday, May 16, enter the various landscapes of spring through the lens of a honey bee. The intimate tasting experience starts at $175 per person.
Fun Fact
Did you know?Zeppedie’s Pizzeria uses organic heritage grains from Lindley Mills and grows its own tomatoes and herbs in an on-site organic garden. The next time you get a slice of pizza, tell them CLTtoday sent you.
Closed
Southern Strain closed its Plaza Midwood taproom over the weekend, citing an end to its lease. Fans of the brewery shared an outpouring of love on its announcement post. Don’t worry, its Concord location will keep pouring. (Charlotte Business Journal)
On This Day
March second’s the date, hip hip hooray: Dr. Seuss was born on this day. To the Charlotte Mecklenburg Public Library, don’t wait up. For fun times reading, you can fill your cup. A child’s first book, a joyful start — a love of reading, straight from the heart.
Job
When you’ve got key roles to fill, skip shouting into the void and let us connect you with top talent. List your open positions with our business promo portal to simplify the search, and watch the applications start rolling in.*
Shop
These best-selling doormats are your key to a spring home refresh, designed to be beautiful and functional (including being stain-resistant — no more sad, muddy rugs greeting your guests at the front door). Shop our favorites like the popular natural chevron Innerweave.*
Seasonal
Spring is finally only 18 days away. After a harsh winter, it’s a good idea to check on your roof. Get an inspection from the pros at Benton Roofing to stop potentially pricey roof problems in their tracks.*
How would you like Uptown views from your living room? | Photo by Skycam Digital
This penthouse condo that sold in 2023 by former Carolina Panther Christian McCaffrey is back on the market, and we’re completely smitten. The unit at Skye Condominiums along Caldwell Street spans two floors and provides Uptown views that make it a perfect Mansion Monday feature.
Fun fact: The Skye Condominiums building is also home to the rooftop restaurant and bar Fahrenheit.
Walking into the three-bedroom penthouse, your eyes will be drawn to the expansive windows, open-concept design, and chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry. Plus, the home features an intricate mural leading to the kitchen.
The second-floor loft gives a view of the main floor, plus access to a balcony and terrace. Other amenities at the condo include a private pool, fitness center, parking, and a theater room. Ready to live like a Panther? If this home sounds up your alley, contact Jessica Stephens or Abigail Hines Miller for more information.
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