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⛳️ Championship gameplay
Organizers were excited to unveil a newly-designed custom trophy for the Truist Championship. | Photo via Truist Championship
Charlotte is gearing up to host the Truist Championship, a PGA Tour signature event set for May 6–10 at Quail Hollow Club — and tickets are selling fast.
“Quail Hollow has a long tradition of hosting the game’s greatest moments, and we’re proud to once again welcome the Truist Championship back home,” Johno Harris, Truist Championship Executive Committee Chairman, told CLTtoday.
Quail Hollow Club has established itself as a premier venue for major golf tournaments, including the PGA Championship and the Presidents Cup.
Photo by CLTtoday
Events during tournament week
Each day brings its own draw, including the Celebrity-Am on Wednesday, May 6, featuring Panthers legends like Steve Smith, Luke Kuechly, and Thomas Davis. The tournament will also honor military members during Folds of Honor Friday.
New activations + amenities
During tournament week, local small businesses like 704 Shop, Girl Tribe, and Two Scoops Creamery will be featured at Quail Hollow, giving fans a taste of Charlotte flavor and style on and off the course.
Tax Day. Whether you got your taxes done early or waited until today, you’ve earned a reward. Treat yourself to lunches less than $15 around the Queen City. If you need last-minute tax forms or help, the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library has a list of resources.
Civic
Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) presented their 2027 budget outlook this week, outlining a $10 million increase in safety investments. The budget will go through Charlotte City Council and the new Metropolitan Public Transit Authority before being adopted in June. (WCNC)
Opening
From farmers markets to full-size eatery. Thoughtful Baking Co. will open its first storefront near Common Market in Oakhurst. The popular farm-to-table bakery will serve savory quiches, pot pies, and desserts. An opening date is TBA. (The Charlotte Observer)
Announced
But wait, there’s more. Sweetgreen will open its newest location at the Commonwealth in Plaza Midwood on April 21. The health-focused eatery serves salads, warm bowls, and protein plates. I can’t wait to try the chicken sesame crunch.
Development
Northwood Ravin is working on the final phase of Providence Row near SouthPark. The community will offer 829 apartments and townhomes once completed in summer 2027. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Biz
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC) will sublease the former Wells Fargo headquarters in Uptown. The Japanese banker plans to sign in the beginning of May, and hire up to 2,000 people by 2032. (Charlotte Business Journal)
Community
Mark your calendar. The annual Eastside Summit returns Saturday, April 18 at Eatway Regional Recreation Center, where Charlotteans can share priorities on education, housing, transportation, and connect with local leaders. Registration is encouraged.
Watch
Did you see the SpaceX launch this week? The launch marked SpaceX’s 1,000th Starlink launch of the year into low orbit. Check out these photos. (WCNC)
Finance
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Shop
It’s the very last day of Nordstrom’s end of season sale — shop up to 50% off best-selling spring items, like this stunning (and comfortable) jersey maxi dress perfect for date night, vacation, and warm weather outings.*
Editor’s Pick
🐷 It’s barbecue time
Chef Oscar asked Chef Brittany to cook side-by-side during a watch party at Sweet Lew’s. | Photo by CLTtoday
Season 23 of “Top Chef” is officially airing on Bravo every Monday evening, and to celebrate the season of the Carolinas, GVLtoday’s Senior Editor Danielle and I are back with this week’s episode recap.
Episode 5: “Going Whole Hog”
Carolina barbecue was the main event as the cheftestants tried their hand at one of the South’s biggest cooking traditions. We’re breaking down:
The tradition of whole-hog barbecue
How you can sample pitmasters from across the Carolinas
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I had such a blast at the Truist Championship’s Media Day. In addition to learning about this year’s event at Quail Hollow, I got to sample some of the food that you’ll find at the course, and work on my swing using the Dunbar Social’s Topgolf Swing Suite at The Ballantyne. It’s safe to say I’m not pursuing a career in golf anytime soon.
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