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🎉 Our terrific twos
Here’s to another year around the sun. | Graphic by 6AM City
Bring out the cake because it’s our birthday. This week marks two years of CLTtoday, and we’re celebrating by sharing some of our favorite moments since our founding in 2024. Here’s a look back on some special articles.
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What have you loved most about CLTtoday?
We’ve enjoyed reporting on new eateries, major developments, and big events in the Queen City, and we want your favorites, too.
The National Weather Service confirmed an EF-0 tornado hit a warehouse in Northeast Charlotte. On the air yesterday, Chief Meteorologist Brad Panovich said “Looking at the tree damage, in particular, I could tell that a tornado clipped that area.” (WCNC)
Open
Happy St. Patrick’s Day, Charlotte. To celebrate, consider visiting Fenian’s Keep Irish Pub, which recently opened in NoDa, for a pint of Guinness. The pub boasts a beverage-only menu, so keep the spirits alive by walking over to McHale’s for dinner. (The Charlotte Observer)
The husband-and-wife team behind Mano Bella plans to open a new concept in Dilworth. They recently acquired Capishe, with plans to add a market for hand-crafted pastas, sauces, and more. A timeline is TBA. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Civic
Cha-ching. There’s still time to weigh in on the City of Charlotte’s 2027 budget. Get more details during tonight’s information session before responding to the annual survey, which closes April 6.
Biz
Hendrick Motorsports filed a petition to extend its complex at Papa Joe Hendrick Boulevard toward Morehead Road and Old Holland Road. The area is currently zoned for residential usage. The petition would need to be approved by Charlotte City Council. (The Charlotte Observer)
Wellness
The Novant Health Belk Heart & Vascular Institute is adding a new valve replacement procedure program to its Charlotte institute. The new procedure allows surgeons to treat mitral valve disease without open-heart surgery. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Concert
“Don’t cha” want tickets to this concert? The Pussycat Dolls are bringing their world tour to Truliant Amphitheater in July. Tickets go on sale this Friday, March 20 at 20 a.m. (WCNC)
Announced
But wait, there’s more. Award-winning singer Brandi Carlisle will perform at the Spectrum Center on Tuesday, Sept. 1, with tickets going on sale this Friday, as well.
Coming Soon
Raising Cane’s will open a location at the former Bucca di Beppo spot at Carolina Place Mall in Pineville. It’s anticipated to open by 2027. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Number
2,330. That’s how many cats have been adopted since Mac Tabby Cat Cafe opened in 2017 — with 365 cats adopted in 2025. If you’re thinking of getting a cat, or just a cup of coffee, pay the NoDa shop a visit — reservations are recommended to meet the felines.
Tech
Would you ride in an air taxi? North Carolina is one of 26 states participating in a three-year pilot program recently approved by the FAA that will test electric aircraft travel, including electric air taxis. The program will allow select companies to trial electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. (TechCrunch, Built In)
Category
Sports
🏀 Cheering on the Royals
This year will mark Queen’s University’s debut in the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. | Photo by Todd Drexler via Queen’s University
Spring is in the air, and so are the basketballs. Off the heels of the ACC Men’s Basketball Tournament in Uptown, the Queen City is now ready to celebrate March Madness. Here’s everything you need to celebrate NCAA tournament season.
What about local teams?
Queens University of Charlotte’s men’s basketball team is heading to its first-ever NCAA Division I Tournament after defeating Central Arkansas in the Atlantic Sun Conference. The team is a 15 seed and will face Purdue in the first round on Friday, March 20 at 7:35 p.m.
Where + when to watch
March Madness coverage will be streamable and also appear across CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV.
Want to watch in person?Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, SC (hey, GVLtoday) will be hosting the first and second rounds on Thursday, March 19 and Friday, March 20.
A pair of arch support socks that are engineered with biofeedback technology to improve foot alignment and stability. The Buy Editor Emily loves wearing them for runs and on days she’s on her feet a lot — thanks, hyperactive puppies.
Superica in South End recently revamped its lunch and dinner menus, and, holy smokes. From the bubbly skillet queso to the pollo con mole poblano, I was one satisfied diner. If you’re craving Tex-Mex, I highly recommend starting with the tuna tostada, pescado al carbón fajitas, and add the brochetas. Save room for dessert, because the crispy bunuelos tie it all together!
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