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City
How Charlotte’s streets got their names
Charlotte has 250+ years of history. In this guide, we’re diving into the city’s oldest streets and how they got their names.
May 1, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Small Business
Uplifting entreprenuers during Small Business Month
Mecklenburg County is offering a slew of resources and events during Small Business Month.
May 1, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A view of Uptown Charlotte's tall buildings, two apartment complexes and Bank of America Stadium from a high-rise in South End.
Events
Plan Ahead: Summer events happening around Charlotte
Make the most of the warm weather with this list of the best local events and activities happening this summer.
April 30, 2024
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Maria Adnado
Spectrum Center and the Charlotte skyline lit up at night.
Live
15 facts you didn’t know about the Queen City
Why is Charlotte called the Queen City? Or the Hornet’s Nest? If you’re a trivia buff or just really want to know the city’s iconic history, this is for you
April 30, 2024
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Maria Adnado
The reflection of the Uptown Charlotte skyline is seen in the water of a pond surrounded by trees.
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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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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The Blood Connection celebrates National Blood Donor Month
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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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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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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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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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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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