Development

An artist's rendering of a large brick building at the end of a wooded bridge.

Parks and Recreation

Discovery Place announces name for new nature museum

The reimagined museum in Freedom Park will offer a place of learning and exploring Charlotte’s natural wonders.

January 16, 2025 03:25 PM

Jack VanderToll

A construction site for the upcoming River District.

Development

Home construction to begin at The River District

The first phase of the new development will have 260+ single-family homes in Charlotte’s west side.

January 13, 2025

Maria Adnado

An artist's aerial rendering of a green park space that will be Eastland Park.

Parks and Recreation

Plans growing for east Charlotte’s Eastland Park

The ~4.5-acre urban park will feature walking trails, covered picnic space, a playground, sprayground, and dog park.

January 2, 2025

Jack VanderToll

A row of two-story homes with in front yards.

Development

Housing affordability improving across Charlotte

The Childress Klein Center for Real Estate released the 2024 State of Housing in Charlotte amid a major development milestone being reached at Eastland Yards.

November 20, 2024

Maria Adnado

An artist rendering of a multifamily apartment complex with a vibrant community.

Development

The River District aims to balance city life and conserving nature

Real estate developer Crescent Communities teams with conservancies and wildlife groups to preserve the River District’s natural beauty.

November 15, 2024

Jack VanderToll

A rendering of a new, state-of-the-art building with Hornets fans visible from windows on ground floor, second, and third story.

Development

Renderings released for Hornets’ new practice facility

The performance center will house the team’s practice facility and retail space + is expected to break ground in early 2025.

October 14, 2024

Maria Adnado

The Spectrum Center is photographed against the Uptown Charlotte skyline on a sunny day.

Development

Spectrum Center welcomes guests after phase one of renovations

The Uptown arena closed for several months to create elevated visitor experiences.

October 3, 2024

Maria Adnado

A rendering of an open room with people sitting at tables and layered seating.

Development

Construction begins on Creative Lab Uptown

Vintage office space will be transformed into a creative hub for young Charlotteans to learn a new skill or job.

September 27, 2024

Maria Adnado

Mayor Vi Lyles holds a massive pair of scissors for a ribbon cutting ceremony.

Development

The River District West Boulevard Corridor now open

The ribbon-cutting for the four-lane expansion marks a beginning for a major housing development in Charlotte.

September 24, 2024

Jack VanderToll

An empty airport concourse that opens up to a refurbished plane tail.

Airports and Transportation

New concourse at Charlotte airport set to open

Concourse A will bring an additional 10 gates to Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

September 13, 2024

Maria Adnado

A rendering of Charlotte's upcoming Iron District.

Development

Housing, offices, retail coming to Charlotte’s “Iron District”

Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Co. unveiled new plans to revitalize “The Iron District” between South End and Uptown.

September 12, 2024

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Seasonal

Our favorite things to bring to the park

May 17, 2024
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15 cozy, functional apparel items on Amazon worth the buy

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Festivals

Charlotte Pride Festival to move to First Ward Park

The annual Pride weekend promises more space for vendors, artists, and activities.

January 15, 2025

Maria Adnado

A black and white photo of Martin Luther King Jr. at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.

History

When Martin Luther King Jr. visited Charlotte

The civil rights leader visited the Queen City several times and spoke at Johnson C. Smith University.

January 15, 2025

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A bottle of wine is being poured into a wine glass atop a decorated table.

Bars

Raise your glass for the Spanish Wine Trade Show

The taste of Spain arrives in the Queen City for a one-day wine showcase.

January 14, 2025

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Sports

New sports lounge coming to South End this spring

Blinders Sports Lounge will offer an experience akin to a sportsbook, sports bar, and cocktail lounge.

January 14, 2025

Jack VanderToll

A row of county commissioners sitting behind a wooden bench.

Government

Mecklenburg County wants input on the 2026 budget

Here’s what you need to know as county commissioners determine the FY 2025-2026 budget.

January 13, 2025

Maria Adnado

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Food

Queen’s Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week returns

Many of Charlotte’s best restaurants offer three-course dining deals from Friday, January 17, through Sunday, January 26.

January 10, 2025

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An aerial shot of Uptown Charlotte with Bank of America Stadium in the foreground.

City

Ranking Charlotte throughout 2024

The Queen City certainly received a lot of attention so, we’re taking a look back at some of Charlotte’s national rankings and accolades from the last year.

January 10, 2025

Jack VanderToll