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An image of the Charlotte skyline with green and white party hats on the skyscrapers and green and white balloons in the air + a giant two-tiered birthday cake in the center.
Culture
Looking back on two years of CLTtoday
We’re celebrating two years of CLTtoday by reflecting on our favorite articles from over the years.
March 16, 2026 12:41 PM
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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
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Jack VanderToll
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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Jack VanderToll
The historic Leeper Wyatt Building stands beneath a blue sky.
Development
121-year-old building to be relocated
The historic Leeper Wyatt Store Building will physically move to its new home on Thursday, Sept. 12.
September 6, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
An illustration of a building with a sign that reads "The Infinite."
Arts
Construction underway on Blume Studios
The new creative hub by Blumenthal Arts will feature free and ticketed events in the former Charlotte Pipe and Foundry space.
September 3, 2024
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Maria Adnado
An artist's rendering of a new park space in Uptown Charlotte with a hanging light fixture above the plaza.
Development
Design unveiled for Uptown’s McColl Park
The upcoming space celebrates Charlotte’s heritage and legacy of former Bank of America CEO, Hugh McColl.
August 29, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
An artist rendering showcasing an aerial view of an upcoming residential development.
Development
Plans are flowing for The River District in west Charlotte
The 1,400-acre community along the Catawba River looks to soon become Charlotte’s latest residential hub with amenities boasting the natural landscape.
August 13, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Date night ideas in Charlotte
Planning a date night with a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan the perfect night in the Queen City.
February 11, 2026
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Culture
Charlotte dating app helps dog lovers find their match
The Queen City-based dating app connects singles over a shared love of pups — no dog required.
February 11, 2026
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Maria Adnado
A white Italian-style building with terra cotta roof tiles and blue shutters on several windows.
Culture
Experience Italy without leaving Charlotte
With the 2026 Winter Olympics well underway, we’re craving an Italian day without having to leave the 704.
February 10, 2026
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Maria Adnado
A rendering of a highway system leading to Uptown Charlotte.
Airports and Transportation
NCDOT to build elevated I-77 South Express Lanes near Uptown Charlotte
The express lanes are expected to stretch from Brookshire Freeway to the South Carolina line, with construction anticipated to start after 2030.
February 5, 2026
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Maria Adnado
A women skiing down a mountain.
Travel and Outdoors
Where to ski, snowboard, and tube near Charlotte this winter
While the Queen City may not regularly see snow, we’re a short drive from spots to ski, snowboard, and tube this winter.
February 5, 2026
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Maria Adnado
An aerial view of apartment buildings and rail lines with the Charlotte skyline in the background.
Weather
Snapshot: Your photos from the January 2026 snow day in Charlotte
As snow fell Saturday, Jan. 31 and stayed through the weekend, you shared your snow day photos with us.
February 4, 2026
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Maria Adnado
A brown striped owl perched on a tree with leaves in the background.
Travel and Outdoors
Bird watchers needed for The Great Backyard Bird Count
The annual Great Backyard Bird Count attracts more than one million people nationwide to help record the bird population.
February 4, 2026
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Maria Adnado
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Wellness
The Ivey launches program to support people living with Parkinson’s Disease
The SouthPark brain health center is adding a new program designed to help people living with Parkinson’s stay active, steady, and supported.
February 2, 2026
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Maria Adnado
A group of people sit on a patio of a covered restaurant watching a football game on a monitor.
Sports
Super Bowl watch parties in Charlotte
It’s almost time for the biggest game of the year. We’re helping you plan it out.
January 30, 2026
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Patrick Sidwell
A plate with a shrimp taco salad.
Food
Mooresville-based Casa Azteca to open restaurant in Uptown
The modern Mexican-inspired restaurant promises to deliver fresh flavors to Center City when it opens in early 2026.
January 29, 2026
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Maria Adnado