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A vacant rail trail runs along an apartment complex in South End.

Development

Stretch of Charlotte’s Rail Trail closed through the summer

A redevelopment project forces a busy part of the Rail Trail in South End to temporarily close.

July 12, 2024

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Jack VanderToll

A bartender pours a cocktail into a class at a bar counter.

Food

Raise a glass — Drink Up Week is coming

We’ve got details and a map full of drink deals: We’ll be highlighting the vibrant beverage scene across Charlotte, NC from July 22 to July 26, 2024.

July 12, 2024

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Jack VanderToll

A modern living room interior with a large gray couch, light gray arm chair, and stone fireplace.

Travel and Outdoors

Planning a quick getaway? Swiftstay can help.

Swiftstay recently launched in Charlotte and several other cities. It’s a private member’s club for home exchange where guests just pay a cleaning fee.

July 11, 2024

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A hand holding a white cup with a coffee republic sleeve.

Small Business

Coffee Republic offers more than coffee to Charlotte area

From roasting their own beans to creating viral lattes, the coffee shop is not only serving quality coffee but expanding its reach in Charlotte.

July 11, 2024

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A basket of barbecue chicken wings is placed on a table.

Restaurants

Charlotteans can win a free year of chicken wings

East Coast Wings + Grill in Charlotte kicks off monthlong contest ahead of National Chicken Wing Day on Monday, July 29.

July 10, 2024

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Jack VanderToll

More from CLTtoday

A chef standing and smiling on the left and a photo of a sushi plate on the right.

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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Sponsored

The Blood Connection celebrates National Blood Donor Month

Sponsored by The Blood Connection

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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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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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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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 Jackson

Sponsored

Discover winter in Jackson County

Sponsored by Discover Jackson, NC

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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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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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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