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Small Business
CLTtoday’s 2025 holiday gift guide: 90+ finds for everyone you love
Including gifts for significant others, retirees, holiday parties, young people, and gifts that ship fast.
October 24, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Arts
Newly renovated Founders Room opens at Blumenthal Arts
Blumenthal Arts has unveiled its new private lounge, ready for guests to upgrade their night at the theater.
October 23, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Parks and Recreation
Plans growing for east Charlotte’s Eastland Park
The 4.5-acre urban park will feature walking trails, covered picnic space, a playground, sprayground, and dog park.
October 23, 2025
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Food
What-A-Burger vs. Whataburger: What’s the difference?
As Whataburger continues to expand in the Charlotte region, this editor was determined to find out the history and differences of the two burger chains and what sets them apart.
June 30, 2025
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Events
Where to watch Fourth of July fireworks across Charlotte
Watch the night sky light up around the Queen City for Fourth of July.
June 27, 2025
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Food
Where would chefs from “The Bear” work in Charlotte?
We came up with where we think chefs from the popular TV show “The Bear” would work if they lived in the Queen City.
June 26, 2025
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Airports and Transportation
Rock & Roll Hall of Famer opens eatery at Charlotte Douglas International Airport
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How to navigate CLT Douglas: The sixth-busiest airport in the world
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Charlotte shines as desired spot for film projects
The Queen City has most notably been used in films as an Eastern European city and backdrop for new projects, including the upcoming series “The Hunting Wives.”
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