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A mountain town aglow: Dillsboro’s Lights & Luminaries
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Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger stands at a podium in the Sullenberger Aviation Museum.
Tourism and Hospitality
Sullenberger Aviation Museum takes flight in Charlotte
New aeronautical museum honors the heroic pilot from “The Miracle on the Hudson.”
May 30, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
An American flag is planted in the ground with headstones in a cemetery in the background.
Events
Memorial Day ceremonies in Charlotte
Events honoring fallen US Armed Forces are planned this holiday weekend across Charlotte.
May 22, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
Lines of travelers carrying luggage make their way through Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Airports and Transportation
Airport expecting “busiest” travel season as Memorial Day weekend approaches
Charlotte Douglas International Airport anticipates more than one million travelers for the unofficial start of summer.
May 21, 2024
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Maria Adnado
People swim in a rock quarry with trees and clouds in the background.
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
A copperhead snake slithers over a branch in a herpaquarium.
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
A road is heavily flooded with waters with trees in the background.
Weather
How to prepare for hurricane season
Mecklenburg County leaders urge vigilance ahead of a potentially active 2024 Atlantic hurricane season.
May 8, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Travel and Outdoors
Annual garden tour to inspire your green thumb
Enjoy the sunshine and take a garden tour rich with floral history.
April 25, 2024
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Road trip: Spoleto Festival USA is back May 22-June 9 in downtown Charleston
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A bucket of freshly picked strawberries from Bush-n-Vine, a u-pick farm in the Olde English District.
Travel and Outdoors
It’s a berry good time to go strawberry picking
Farms across the Charlotte region are welcoming guests for the strawberry season to pick fresh fruit.
April 11, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Volunteer
How to celebrate Earth Day in Charlotte
In honor of Earth Day, Mecklenburg County is hosting several events where people can learn more about our local environment and help protect it.
April 11, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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Seven ways to celebrate Easter in Charlotte
Pull out the planners for some egg-citing Easter events around Charlotte.
April 10, 2025
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A street view of Montford Drive showing passing cars past vintage restaurants and businesses.
Business
Going back in time down Montford Drive
Montford Drive is considered one of Charlotte’s last vintage social hubs with many restaurants and businesses lasting 20+ years.
April 10, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A group of children in red baseball uniforms.
Nonprofits
West Charlotte nonprofit teaches values beyond the baseball field
The Knothole Foundation, a West Charlotte nonprofit, works to empower children through sports and education programs.
April 10, 2025
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TSA Spokeperson Dan Velez speaks at a podium labeled "CLT Charlotte Douglas International Airport" in front of large digital departure boards. Five people stand behind him, including airport and law enforcement officials, dressed in formal and professional attire. The event appears to be a press conference or official announcement inside the airport terminal.
Airports and Transportation
Charlotte Douglas International Airport prepares for Spring Break travel
Nearly three million travelers are expected to pass through CLT during the 18-day Spring Break, and the airport has tips for a smooth trip.
April 9, 2025
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Charlotte and FIFA leaders hold jerseys next to the FIFA World Cup trophy.
Soccer
FIFA raises excitement for Charlotte to host new FIFA Club World Cup
The Queen City will host four matches this summer in FIFA’s new Club World Cup tournament.
April 8, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
Zia Ghafoori poses for a photograph in front of Afghan Halal Market
Small Business
Afghan market opens in Belmont
SV Afghan Halal Market aims to serve the Afghan and veteran communities in the Charlotte area.
April 8, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A rendering of people standing and sitting near a renovated amphitheater in the evening light.
Development
Major upgrades coming to SouthPark’s Symphony Park
The $21 million project would bring micro retail space and restaurants to the park near SouthPark Mall.
April 7, 2025
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Two records being held in front of a counter and Hardy Boys Records wall.
Music
Where to celebrate Record Store Day in Charlotte
This is your chance to score new records or longtime favorite albums at local stores participating in the music lovers’ holiday.
April 7, 2025
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The PGA Championship Trophy is displayed against the golf green.
Sports
2025 PGA Championship announces transportation plans
PGA Championship guests will have options from free CATS service to rideshares and off-site parking.
April 4, 2025
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Jack VanderToll