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The Eiffel Tower in Paris with Olympic rings
Sports
Dreaming of gold: Olympians with ties to Charlotte competing in the Paris 2024 Olympics
The Queen City is well represented on the world stage at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics — these are some locals to watch.
July 24, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
A player with the Carolina Panthers runs drills during the team's OTAs.
Sports
Training Camp begins in Uptown for the Carolina Panthers
For the first time in team history, the Carolina Panthers will host training camp at the team’s practice field outside Bank of America Stadium.
July 23, 2024
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Maria Adnado
An image showing fireworks, Bark in the Ballpark, and a little girl running the bases at a Charlotte Knights game.
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3 reasons to catch a Charlotte Knights game this summer
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Two cocktails sit on a bar counter with people in the background.
Bars
Where to enjoy a speakeasy in Charlotte
The Queen City offers numerous places to savor the drinks and atmosphere of a speakeasy.
July 22, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
Four fencing students dressed in their helmets hold their sabers while posing for the camera.
Sports
Fencing: a sport that’s straight to the point
Charlotte Fencing Academy teaches students to master athleticism, focus, and self-discipline.
July 22, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
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Food
Charlotte chef named city’s only 2026 James Beard Semifinalist
Chef Robin Anthony was the only chef in the Queen City to secure a nomination by the James Beard Awards as one of the best chefs in the Southeast.
January 21, 2026
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A group of people holding No. 30 hornets jerseys.
Sports
Dell Curry reflects on career ahead of Hornets’ jersey retirement
The Charlotte Hornets will hold a retirement ceremony on Thursday, March 19, during the team’s game against the Orlando Magic.
January 20, 2026
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Maria Adnado
A rendering of several apartment complexes surrounding a park.
Development
Eastland Yards taking shape in East Charlotte
The new development will pay homage to the former Eastland Mall while carving out space for new retailers, amenities, and residential spaces.
January 15, 2026
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Maria Adnado
A black and white photo of Martin Luther King Jr. at Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
History
When Martin Luther King Jr. visited Charlotte
The civil rights leader visited the Queen City several times and spoke at Johnson C. Smith University.
January 15, 2026
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Maria Adnado
A yellow cocktail with a foamed top and dried lemon wedge floating on top next to a candle.
Play
25 spots to grab a drink after work
On the rocks, neat, dirty, frozen, or zero proof — we’re spilling the Long Island iced tea on the best spots to grab a drink after work in Charlotte.
January 14, 2026
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Discover winter in Jackson County
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A rendering of a windowed community hub by a road bridge and rail trail.
Development
Market on Morehead to become a community hub in South End
Morehead Street will have a community hub for gourmet eats, cocktails, and live entertainment by mid-March 2026.
January 12, 2026
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Maria Adnado
Quarterback Bryce Young and Tetairoa McMillan celebrate on the football field.
Sports
Carolina Panthers’ playoff run reignites Charlotte’s pride
A breakout season, record-setting plays, and a return to the postseason gave the Queen City plenty to cheer about — and restored belief in the team’s future.
January 12, 2026
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Maria Adnado
The exterior of an acai, smoothie, and juice bar.
Food
South Block opens first location in South Charlotte
The Ballantyne shop will be the first of two South Block locations coming to the Queen City in 2026.
January 9, 2026
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