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A cast of several people performing on stage with a young girl in the center spotlight.
Culture
Charlotte native finds success as Young Tina in “TINA - The Tina Turner Musical”
At just nine years old, Taylor Brice is taking the stage, playing a young Tina Turner, during the show’s return to Blumenthal Arts.
June 10, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Sponsored
A local taste of Napa Valley
Sponsored by
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Sponsored
Wake Forest University launches Charlotte’s first four-year med school
The historic expansion is part of Wake Forest University’s new academic campus, designed to encourage collaboration across disciplines.
Sponsored by
An audience in Carolina Theatre watches the opening scene of "Star Wars" on the big screen.
Culture
Carolina Theatre to screen summer blockbuster series
The Carolina Theatre’s “Lost Years Summer Blockbuster Series” will feature the return of hit ‘80s films to the big screen.
June 5, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A brick building with the words "Reigning Doughnuts" on the exterior.
Food
Treat yourself to something sweet for National Doughnut Day
We’ve found Charlotte-area doughtnut shops offering “sweet” deals to celebrate National Doughnut Day.
June 5, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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A portrait of author Julia Quinn next to a Bridgerton book cover in front of a blurred Charlotte skyline.
Events
Author of “Bridgerton” to visit the Queen City
Be transported to the Regency era while meeting author Julia Quinn at two events in Charlotte.
February 6, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A ring of illuminated mushrooms on a grassy patch with the South End skyline in the background.
City
South End to look brighter when Rail Trail Lights return
The Rail Trail is about to become illuminated with never-
before-seen light installations celebrating nature in the Queen City.
February 6, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A stadium packed with thousand of people watch NFL players on the football field during the Super Bowl.
Football
The year the Carolina Panthers went to the Super Bowl
Led by quarterback Cam Newton, the Carolina Panthers had an electric season but came up short on becoming Super Bowl champions.
February 5, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A collage of music artists set to perform for Lovin' Life Music Fest.
Festivals
Lovin’ Life Music Fest announces more names to the 2025 lineup
Lovin’ Life Music Fest has dropped upcoming names including Ludacris, The Revivalists, and Switchfoot to perform in Charlotte.
February 5, 2025
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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.
Events
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library launches annual book club competition
Book Club Madness is designed to share readers’ love of books and celebrate book clubs throughout the county.
February 4, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A phone with a screenshot of an Exit 3A game with the actual image of exit 3A from I-277.
Games
Local programmer creating game about Exit 3A
The video game brings Charlotteans laughter regarding what’s considered to be one of the most stressful exits off of I-277.
February 4, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A group of people sit on a patio of a covered restaurant watching a football game on a monitor.
Restaurants
Charlotte restaurants are gearing up for Super Bowl Sunday
Charlotte restaurants are celebrating the Super Bowl by offering watch party experiences and delicious deals to enjoy the big game.
February 3, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A street wall painted depicting prominent local African American figures in Charlotte.
Events
Celebrating Black History Month in Charlotte
Learn about local Black history through art, books, food, and community at these events around the city.
February 3, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
Charlotte skyline at sunset.
Development
Nearly $4 billion invested in Charlotte’s upcoming development
From new construction to re-imagined development projects, there’s a lot to look forward to in the Queen City.
January 31, 2025
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Maria Adnado
An exterior shot of the signage of Leluia Hall in South End.
Food
The wait is almost over: Leluia Hall to open in March
CLTtoday got a sneak peek of the upcoming Leluia Hall restaurant opening near Dilworth and South End.
January 30, 2025
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