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Fans lined along the stands at Charlotte Motor Speedway as cars speed by.

Sports

The Coca Cola 600 roars into Concord on Memorial Day weekend

The 65th running of the Coca Cola 600 brings thousands of people to Charlotte Motor Speedway.

May 23, 2024

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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

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Events

Charlotte Sustainability Summit returns

The upcoming summit will discuss land conservation, greenways + parks, and wildlife conservation across the Queen City.

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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Three white plates with colorful meal items surrounded by strawberries on a brown table.

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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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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