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An artist's rendering of an electric fire station
Government
Charlotte approves city’s first all-electric fire station
The Queen City is blazing a new trail in fire response.
February 27, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
Owner of Tony's Ice Cream, Louis Coletta, holding a cone with vanilla ice cream behind the ice cream counter as employees serve guests.
Food
Get the scoop on Gastonia’s old-fashioned ice cream staple
Tony’s Ice Cream was featured on Southern Living’s list of “most iconic old-school ice cream shops.”
February 26, 2024
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Maria Adnado
"I voted" stickers
Government
How to prepare for the primary election in Charlotte
Where to go and how to register so you can rock the vote.
February 26, 2024
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Maria Adnado
Sunlight hits the leaves on trees in a Charlotte neighborhood.
Culture
Volunteers needed to further grow Charlotte’s tree canopy
Branch out with upcoming opportunities to grow trees and community.
February 23, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
Stevie Nicks performs a song on stage.
Events
New Charlotte music festival announces full artist lineup
Fans will see performances from Stevie Nicks, Post Malone, and The Chainsmokers.
February 23, 2024
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Weather
What to know about the possible winter storm ahead
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January 21, 2026
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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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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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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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