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A Goodyear Blimp soars in a cloudless blue sky.
City
Goodyear Blimp to fly over Charlotte for two rare appearances
The Goodyear Blimp is celebrating its 100th birthday with a trip over Quail Hollow Club during the 2025 PGA Championship + the Coca Cola 600 in Concord.
May 12, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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A slideshow of photos showing people enjoying the great outdoors in Columbia, SC.
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Celebrate Great Outdoors Month in Columbia, SC
There’s no better time to reconnect with nature and explore the stunning outdoor beauty of this capital city.
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Culture
Spoil your dog at these Charlotte area pet stores
Stock up on essentials and grab treats for your dog at these local stores where your four-legged companion can tag along.
May 8, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A hand holds a plastic cup of iced coffee with the message "We love you" written on it. In the background is a black wall featuring the Bitty & Beau’s Coffee logo surrounded by a coffee bean mural. The cafe has a cozy interior with a window letting in natural light.
Culture
Meet Bitty & Beau’s Coffee in Charlotte
The South End coffee shop aims to give meaningful employment opportunities to people with disabilities.
May 8, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
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Plates of Latin cuisine are placed on a table.
Food
Charlotte restaurants offer dishes to start 2025 on a healthy note
Queen City favorites are making it easier to eat healthier menu items year-round.
January 6, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
Three colorful drinks garnished with smoked citrus on a wooden table.
Food
Local mocktails + non-alcoholic drinks in Charlotte
This list of sober sips may have you sipping mocktails all year long around the Queen City.
January 3, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A packed stadium with the orange glow of the sunset.
Sports
The Super Bowl Experience comes to the Queen City
Bank of America Stadium was chosen as one of 30 venues to host a nationwide FanFest ahead of Super Bowl LIX.
January 3, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Maryland's head coach is drenched by a massive tub of mayonnaise.
Sports
Duke’s Mayo Bowl to kick off at Bank of America Stadium
Uptown Charlotte will soon celebrate a unique college football tradition involving lots and lots of mayonnaise.
January 2, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A collage of three dogs and three cats.
City
Adopt a pet from these Charlotte area animal shelters
If you’re looking for a new furry friend, our area has shelters + rescues to help your family grow.
December 20, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A copper distilling mechanism surrounded by mini spirit samples.
Events
History and whiskey combine in unique tasting event
The Charlotte Museum of History is hosting its annual Twelfth Night event, celebrating the state’s history of distilling spirits.
December 20, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A stretch of road in Charlotte is covered in white dusting of snow.
City
2024-2025 winter weather trends for Charlotte
Prepare for winter weather with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
December 19, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
Charlotte skyline at sunset.
City
Tourism, events bring a record-breaking $1.1 billion to the Queen City
The data released by the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority highlights Charlotte as a top tourism destination in the country.
December 18, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A line of volunteer workers pack crates of food in a warehouse.
Work
25+ volunteer opportunities in and around Charlotte
There are ample opportunities to volunteer and give back to the Queen City community year-round.
December 17, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
A bronze figure of a man wearing a hat, glasses, and carrying a towel, pointing out towards traffic.
City
How walkable are Charlotte’s neighborhoods?
This interactive map can help you determine how walkable certain blocks are to destinations like supermarkets, parks, restaurants, and schools.
December 17, 2024
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Brianna Williams