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A room inside a brewery showing plants and three four-top tables with mahjong tiles.
Events
Bam, dot, crack: where to play Mahjong in Charlotte
If you’re looking to learn something new this year, jump into the tile-based game craze and give mahjong a try.
July 28, 2025
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Maria Adnado
The cast of The Hunger Games waves to the crowd at Comic Con.
Play
Lights, camera, action: movies and shows filmed around Charlotte
The Charlotte region has hosted television programs and movie productions from blockbusters to Academy Award-winning films.
July 25, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Peep these new townhomes near Uptown
This new townhome community right near Camp North End is hosting a grand opening event this weekend.
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Food
Local chefs share excitement for “Top Chef” in Charlotte
The Emmy-nominated culinary competition will start filming Charlotte and Greenville, SC soon, and Charlotte-area chefs have a lot to say about the upcoming production that will put the Queen City on the culinary map.
July 24, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Freedom Park in Charlotte with a lake and trees.
Travel and Outdoors
Let’s pack a local picnic
Who doesn’t love shopping local? Pack your next picnic with these goods found around Queen City.
July 22, 2025
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Haley Bartlett
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A construction site for the upcoming River District.
Development
Home construction to begin at The River District
The first phase of the new development will have 260+ single-family homes in Charlotte’s west side.
January 13, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A row of county commissioners sitting behind a wooden bench.
Government
Mecklenburg County wants input on the 2026 budget
Here’s what you need to know as county commissioners determine the FY 2025-2026 budget.
January 13, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Chef in hotel or restaurant kitchen cooking only hands. Prepared beef steak with vegetable decoration.
Food
Queen’s Feast: Charlotte Restaurant Week returns
Many of Charlotte’s best restaurants offer three-course dining deals from Friday, January 17, through Sunday, January 26.
January 10, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
An aerial shot of Uptown Charlotte with Bank of America Stadium in the foreground.
City
Ranking Charlotte throughout 2024
The Queen City certainly received a lot of attention so, we’re taking a look back at some of Charlotte’s national rankings and accolades from the last year.
January 10, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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Restaurants
Charlotte chef bringing culinary expertise to The Hopeway Kitchen
The chef is teaming up with the nonprofit mental health treatment organization to deliver high-quality meals for clients, guests, and staff.
January 8, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A large line of traffic collects on a Charlotte interstate at rush hour.
Airports and Transportation
Charlotte earns busy traffic scorecard
The 2024 Global Traffic Scorecard ranks Charlotte as the 20th highest congested metro in the US.
January 8, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A woman smiling over products laid out on a table during an open-air market.
Small Business
Five zero or low-waste shops to visit in the Queen City
Whether you’re looking to limit your carbon footprint, cut down on plastic usage and waste, or shop more sustainably, this list will help get you started on the right foot.
January 7, 2025
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Maria Adnado
An aerial shot of massive crowds attending Lovin' Life Music Fest in Uptown Charlotte.
Events
20+ of the most anticipated events in 2025
The Queen City is preparing for a jam-packed year. There are plenty of things to keep you busy all year long so we’ve compiled 20+ of the biggest events to attend around the Queen City this year.
January 6, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
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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