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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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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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Sports
Carolina Panthers’ playoff run reignites Charlotte’s pride
A breakout season, record-setting plays, and a return to the postseason gave the Queen City plenty to cheer about — and restored belief in the team’s future.
January 12, 2026
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Food
South Block opens first location in South Charlotte
The Ballantyne shop will be the first of two South Block locations coming to the Queen City in 2026.
January 9, 2026
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Small Business
Coffee and cocktail bar to open in Plaza Midwood
Plot Twist aims to be the “cool older sister” behind Trope Bookshop, offering all-day coffees, cocktails, and a hangout space in the community.
January 8, 2026
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An exterior photo of Blumenthal's Belk Theater in Uptown, with a skyscraper in the background.
Arts
Blumenthal Arts expands Charlotte’s art scene with immersive experiences
The nonprofit organization aims to broaden its offerings by becoming a launching place for immersive experiences to attract all audiences.
January 8, 2026
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The Charlotte skyline in the background of a water fountain and park.
Culture
Pack up: People are moving to Charlotte from these US cities
U-Haul rolled out info on 2025 moving trends — and now you just might know a little more about your new neighbors.
January 7, 2026
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City
Local Government 101: Get to know Charlotte’s City Council
From Charlotte, NC’s type of government to the powers local leaders hold, and when elections take place, we’re getting a refresh on our local government.
January 6, 2026
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Culture
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We compiled all of the feedback from our Giving Campaign to learn what readers love most and want to see more of in our newsletters. Here’s a peek at what they said.
January 6, 2026
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