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Seasonal sips to savor the holidays in Charlotte
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How to help food banks and pantries in Charlotte
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Where to find a Thanksgiving meal in Charlotte
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These companies are contributing to record job announcements in Charlotte
Both Maersk and Scout Motors recently announced plans to move their headquarters to the Queen City, adding 1,700+ jobs to the local market.
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