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A group of people smile while standing behind a row of desks.

Culture

Charlotte woodworkers take part in student desk project

Woodworkers at local retirement community provide education help for refugee and immigrant students.

July 2, 2024

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Jack VanderToll

A view of Uptown Charlotte's tall buildings, two apartment complexes and Bank of America Stadium from a high-rise in South End.

City

City hopes to boost Uptown vibrancy with public safety initiatives

The Center City Public Safety Working Group announced its commitments for public safety in Uptown Charlotte.

July 1, 2024

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Maria Adnado

A fountain in the evening sky surrounded by lights and flowers.

Travel and Outdoors

Botanical garden will glow during evening exhibit

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden is launching its summer exhibit, “Nature’s Nightlights” on Friday, July 5.

July 1, 2024

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Maria Adnado

A large tree over a pond in Freedom Park.

Play

Head outside with a guide to Charlotte’s parks

We’re highlighting the 16 best parks that Charlotte has to offer — complete with trails, ponds, dog hangouts, and some great city views.

June 30, 2024

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Jack VanderToll

A dark mall hallway that frames a tree in the center of a more well-lit indoor plaza up ahead. In the lefthand corner, a palm branch is seen with a piece of caution tape tied around it.

Culture

Dead malls: You could shop... until they dropped

Once booming, now barren. Let’s take a peek at malls of Charlotte’s past + hope for the future.

June 28, 2024

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Jack VanderToll

A dirt mound with glass and wooden items strewn on top, surrounded by spools with portraits drawn on, surrounded by a projection of a river.

Arts

Immersive exhibition at The Mint evokes emotion through illustration

The Mint Museum’s “Whitfield Lovell: Passages” is a comprehensive exhibition providing a new lens to African American history in the South.

June 27, 2024

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Maria Adnado

Red, white, and blue fireworks exploding in Uptown, surrounded by tall buildings.

City

Pyrotechnic policy: what fireworks are allowed in the Carolinas?

As Independence Day approaches, you’ll find fireworks on sale at most major retailers — just make sure they’re legal to light up your holiday.

June 27, 2024

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Maria Adnado

Tennis player Carlos Alcaraz smiles while holding a gold tennis trophy.

Sports

Tennis stars will take the court in Charlotte

The Queen City is set to host a premier tennis event at the Spectrum Center in December.

June 26, 2024

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Jack VanderToll

A colorful and retro line moves through the words Plaza Midwood in a tropical setting with a painted Calle Sol sign on the right.

Events

Plaza Midwood launches summer series block party

Block party series will offer food, music, shopping, and more in the heart of Plaza Midwood.

June 26, 2024

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Jack VanderToll

A plate of crispy onion rings and a stacked burger topped with a pickle.

Food

Guide to vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Charlotte

Dig into delicious and nutritious plant-based fare in every corner of the Queen City.

June 26, 2024

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Maria Adnado