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A bee foraging from purple flowers surrounded by green leaves in springtime.
Volunteer
Help keep Charlotte “buzzing” with pollinators
The city is hosting events to keep pollinators and wildflowers beautiful and thriving.
April 5, 2024
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Maria Adnado
Co-Owner of Birdsong Brewing, Tara Goulet, standing in front of tables, stools and a windowed wall with "Birdsong Brewing Co." above the windows.
Culture
The story behind Birdsong Brewing’s beer names
Birdsong Brewing has been quenching beer lovers’ thirst since 2011. But where do original names for the beer come from? It’s all about inspiration.
April 5, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A Charlotte chef smiling on stage during the Charlotte StrEATs Festival Neighborhood Cook-Off in 2023.
Food
Prepare to eat during Charlotte StrEATs
The annual StrEATs festival takes place during Charlotte SHOUT!, celebrating the Queen City’s chefs and culinary scene.
April 3, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
Thousands of people pack the stands over a soccer field with the Uptown Charlotte skyline at night in the background.
Tourism and Hospitality
Charlotte experiencing ongoing tourism boom
Tourism boom credited to the city’s uptick in sports and large-scale events.
April 3, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
A brick sign showing Charlotte Mecklenburg Library's SouthPark regional branch in front of the brick building and parking lot.
City
Check out more than books at the library
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Library has more than books to keep you occupied year-round.
April 2, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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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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Maria Adnado
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The Blood Connection celebrates National Blood Donor Month
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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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Maria Adnado
Discover Jackson
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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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Maria Adnado