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Restaurants
Look for these new restaurants in 2025
These upcoming restaurants will provide a tasty flare to every dish in the Queen City.
December 9, 2024
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Unforgettable Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Charlotte
Check out some of the coolest, most unique Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Charlotte and plan for your next adventure or staycation.
December 6, 2024
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Sports
Annual Jumpman Invitational is a slam dunk for Uptown
The college basketball invitational will feature four returning teams, including the UNC Tar Heels.
December 6, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Sports
Charlotte Invitational brings wave of tennis hype to the Queen City
Some of the biggest names in tennis arrive in Charlotte to compete and share love for the sport.
December 5, 2024
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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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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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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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What our readers love about CLTtoday
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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