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A skeleton of a triceratops in encased behind a glass frame in a museum.
Events
Journey back in time during The Schiele Museum’s Fossil Fair
Museum visitors can discover fossils and learn about the dinosaurs that once roamed the Carolinas.
February 7, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
Large crowds of travelers funnel through Terminal B of Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Airports and Transportation
Charlotte Douglas sees record-breaking travel
More than 58 million travelers visited the world’s 7th busiest airport in 2024.
February 6, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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
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Fans watch the Carolina Panthers play at Bank of America Stadium
Football
Panthers pound the 2024 NFL Draft
Plus, a Charlotte native gets picked early in the first round.
April 28, 2024
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Racehorses and their jockeys race around the first turn of Churchill Downs at the Kentucky Derby.
Events
The Queen City celebrates the Kentucky Derby
Charlotte is getting ready to watch the Kentucky Derby in style.
April 26, 2024
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A person performs an aerial acrobatics routine outdoors before an audience.
Events
BOOM goes Charlotte’s art scene
Immerse yourself in the arts + walkability of BOOM Charlotte at Camp North End.
April 25, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A pink flower surrounded by green leaves and buds still yet to blossom in the background.
Travel and Outdoors
Annual garden tour to inspire your green thumb
Enjoy the sunshine and take a garden tour rich with floral history.
April 25, 2024
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A chef tends to meet grilling in the kitchen of a restaurant.
Food
Savor traditional Japanese cuisine in Charlotte
This SouthPark restaurant practices the oldest form of Japanese cooking.
April 24, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
Eight members of the Cakeable staff wearing coral and teal shirts, smiling behind the counter for a photo.
Small Business
“We’re more than capable.” Cakeable Cafe is now open
The new brick-and-mortar cafe in Uptown Charlotte does more than sell coffee and pastries.
April 23, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A colored map of Mecklenburg county featuring dots scattered across different districts.
Development
Charlotte leaders approve multiple affordable housing projects
The projects will add hundreds of units to the city’s affordable housing collection.
April 22, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
A shot of whiskey is poured into a glass cup with ice.
Small Business
Charlotte distillery expands facility to meet growing demand
The Matthews based Oaklore Distilling hopes the upcoming expansion will warm the soul.
April 22, 2024
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Jack VanderToll
Four students with medals around their necks standing in front of a wall that reads "Honeywell."
Education
CMS students provide sustainable ideas for Spectrum Center revamp
The innovative students participated in the inaugural Arena of the Future Experience, in partnership with Digi-Bridge, Honeywell, and the Charlotte Hornets.
April 19, 2024
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