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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

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Maria Adnado

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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Jack VanderToll

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

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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

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Maria Adnado

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

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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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Jack VanderToll

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

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Jack VanderToll

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Restaurants

Charlotte chef bringing culinary expertise to The Hopeway Kitchen

The chef is teaming up with the nonprofit mental health treatment organization to deliver high-quality meals for clients, guests, and staff.

January 8, 2025

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Jack VanderToll

A large line of traffic collects on a Charlotte interstate at rush hour.

Airports and Transportation

Charlotte earns busy traffic scorecard

The 2024 Global Traffic Scorecard ranks Charlotte as the 20th highest congested metro in the US.

January 8, 2025

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Jack VanderToll

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.

January 7, 2025

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Maria Adnado