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A line of children lining up to pet a police K-9 officer.

Events

National Night Out events rescheduled due to rain

The annual events bring communities together to meet local law enforcement and share resources + are free to attend.

August 5, 2025

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Maria Adnado

A side-by-side photo of chefs Tristen Epps and Chris Coleman

Food

Chefs share how the Queen City shaped their cooking skills for televised competitions

From “Chopped to “Top Chef,” two chefs with experience in the Queen City reflect on their time on-screen and how the competition propelled their careers.

August 4, 2025

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Maria Adnado

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Play

Where to play pickleball in Charlotte

Playing pickleball in Charlotte is easy when you stop by one of these local indoor and outdoor courts, including Mecklenburg County courts and more.

August 1, 2025

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Mitch Hooper

A black and white photo of people going down escalators and looking down upon an indoor ice rink.

Development

Remembering Eastland Mall: a look at its past and future

The iconic Eastland Mall attracted thousands of shoppers before its closure in 2010, and will serve as a new hub of life in East Charlotte.

July 31, 2025

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Maria Adnado

Cars cruise along I-77 with the Uptown Charlotte skyline in the distance.

Real Estate

How much it could cost to rent in Charlotte based on the neighborhood

Trying to move neighborhoods? We looked at 10+ different neighborhoods around Charlotte to compare the cost of rent to the local average.

July 29, 2025

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Maria Adnado

Three people sitting with their retrievers of varying ages in front of a bustling outdoor market.

Small Business

Market Meetups: a new way to meet friends in Charlotte

The new event offers a fresh way for women to make connections while shopping from local vendors from across the Queen City.

July 29, 2025

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Maria Adnado

A room inside a brewery showing plants and three four-top tables with mahjong tiles.

Events

Bam, dot, crack: where to play Mahjong in Charlotte

If you’re looking to learn something new this year, jump into the tile-based game craze and give mahjong a try.

July 28, 2025

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Maria Adnado

The cast of The Hunger Games waves to the crowd at Comic Con.

Play

Lights, camera, action: movies and shows filmed around Charlotte

The Charlotte region has hosted television programs and movie productions from blockbusters to Academy Award-winning films.

July 25, 2025

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Maria Adnado