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Travel and Outdoors
Flip the script on fall with a coastal getaway
If bustling hiking trails and leaf-peeping crowds aren’t really your scene, Wilmington & Beaches, NC offers a coastal alternative.
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Food
Southern cuisine meets local strawberries
The Asbury, located inside The Dunhill Hotel, is combining seasonal strawberries with savory favorites through the end of May.
May 21, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Food
Steak 48 debuts features sizzling new additions
Steak 48’s new menu items include elevated caviar service and hanging bacon.
May 20, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
The Spectrum Center is photographed against the Uptown Charlotte skyline on a sunny day.
Events
Spectrum Center closes for “Reimagine” renovations
The Uptown arena will close for two NBA off-seasons to create elevated visitor experiences.
May 20, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Events
The Cheerwine Festival returns to Salisbury
The festival in downtown Salisbury promises to serve a sweet taste of Southern hospitality.
May 16, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Tourism and Hospitality
Carrigan Farms returns with a summer splash
Carrigan Farms resumes open swim for summer 2024.
May 14, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Real Estate
Big plans for The Bowl at Ballantyne
The upcoming Ballantyne hub aims to become a cultural magnet in the Charlotte community.
May 10, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Tourism and Hospitality
New snake exhibit coming to Gastonia museum
“Snakes of the Carolinas” set to debut at The Schiele Museum.
May 10, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Development
A glimpse into CLT’s potential “Destination District”
Proposals offer a “a world-class front door for a world-class airport.”
May 2, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Live
Charlotte’s most iconic landmarks
Consider these Charlotte landmarks our Hollywood signs.
April 30, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Events
Your guide to Lovin’ Life Music Fest
From headliners, ticket links, and parking, here’s everything you need to know about the inaugural festival in Uptown.
April 29, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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