4 things you need to know to take your alcoholic drink on a walk in Plaza Midwood

The Charlotte City Council approved the city’s first social district Monday in the heart of a neighborhood known for its bustling social scene. The new Plaza Midwood social district — … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

Mecklenburg candidate pauses campaign to mourn family member killed in Detroit stabbing

A Mecklenburg County candidate is temporarily stepping off the campaign trail to mourn the loss of her relative in a homicide that’s gained national attention. Lisa Jewel, a Democrat running … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

Atlanta brewery expanding to Charlotte after all. But first Another Brewery debuts

Atlanta-based Hippin’ Hops Brewery is expanding to Charlotte after all. But first, the owner, a former Charlotte resident and businessman, will open Another Brewery. Hippin’ Hops Brewery & Distillery will … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

Exclusive: LA fast-casual healthy dining chain chooses Charlotte for expansion

A West Coast fast-healthy restaurant chain will make its Carolina debut in uptown Charlotte as part of its nationwide expansion. Sweetgreen signed a lease with Crescent Communities for a 2,900-square-foot … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

Union County seafood and meat market calls it quits. ‘We needed more of you.’

After opening during the pandemic providing fresh fish, seafood and meats, a Waxhaw food market is closing. Terra Mare Market opened two years ago at 1526 Providence Road South, in … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

Crews spend hours digging out person stuck 10 to 15 feet below ground, NC photos show

A person was stuck 10 to 15 feet below ground, sparking a five-hour rescue in North Carolina, officials said. Crews raced to free dirt from the person’s face and discovered … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

Norfolk Southern wants to make a Red Line deal. Mayoral forum details Huntersville questions

Huntersville mayoral candidates still have questions about statements contained in a Norfolk Southern letter offering to explore a deal with the city of Charlotte for a rail line through the … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

Here’s who’s on the ballot in Mecklenburg County 2023 municipal elections

Election season is in full swing across Mecklenburg County, with towns around the area set to elect mayor, commissioners and council members. One of 2023’s hottest races is for Huntersville … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

How record $2.5 billion CMS bond tells Harding High students ‘they are worth it’

Jessica De Paz walked toward the magnificent white oak tree in the middle of Harding University High School’s campus. The senior stopped underneath the centerpiece of the courtyard. “This is … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

Mecklenburg Democrat says ‘blatantly rigged’ redistricting may force her to move

A Charlotte-area state senator says she’ll consider moving to stay in office amid “blatantly rigged” redistricting proposals. State Sen. Natasha Marcus, a Democrat who currently represents Senate District 41 in … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

Queen Charlotte statue returns to Charlotte airport, as lobby expansion accelerates

The Queen Charlotte statue made its long-awaited return Friday to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, with her majesty looking like she got a face lift before landing at the center of … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

Early voting starting in Mecklenburg County. See where and when to cast your ballot

Early voting begins Thursday in Mecklenburg County as the first of 19 sites opens to voters ahead of November’s general election. Races are on the ballot across the county include … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

2023 election guide: Find where to vote and research CMS bond, candidates on your ballot

Municipal elections across North Carolina will be Nov. 7, and early voting started Oct. 19. All voters in Mecklenburg County will be able to participate in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools’ record $2.5 … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

Here’s a list of 11 fall road trip destinations within a 2.5 hour drive of Charlotte

While most people tend to venture out for a vacation during summer, there are several fun fall destinations to visit in the Carolinas this season, too. You can find cities … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

ACLU wants cops out of NC schools, cites high rates of charges against Black students

Black students are more likely than white classmates to be charged with disorderly conduct — data that the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) says shows policing in North Carolina schools … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

Mecklenburg County releases new Sheffield Park plan after controversial basketball change

Mecklenburg County plans to bring full-court basketball back to east Charlotte’s Sheffield Park, the county parks department announced Wednesday. And that’s not the only change in store for the facility. … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

Pastors’ opposition to record $2.5 billion CMS bond offers flawed solution, county says

A historic Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools’ bond request is drawing some unusual opposition, and it may be based in part on a flawed solution, according to the county’s chief financial officer. Mecklenburg … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

Charlotte to north Mecklenburg rail line dream finds new life in Norfolk Southern letter

Charlotte leaders say they’re “cautiously optimistic” progress is ahead for overcoming a longstanding hurdle to expanding public rail service into northern Mecklenburg County and Mooresville. In a July letter to … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

Mecklenburg backs resolution supporting Israel after rare support, opposition comments

The Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday to condemn recent violence in Israel, but not before hearing from multiple residents in support and opposition of the resolution. The … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

NC nonprofit just got $40,000 in state funds. It had no idea the money was coming

One “out-of-the-blue phone call” followed by one email landed Matthews Playhouse one of its largest financial gifts — $40,000 — as part of the North Carolina state budget. “It was … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

Mouse poop on walls, fruit flies found in Charlotte restaurant during inspection 

A Charlotte Caribbean restaurant received a “B” grade from the Mecklenburg County Health Department for numerous health violations, including the presence of insects and rodent feces. ▪ Mama’s Caribbean Grill, … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

Progress in this long-neglected Charlotte area comes with a catch: 22 trees chopped down

Carl Flowe’s father planted two oak trees at the end of his driveway on West Sugar Creek Road about 50 years ago. They weren’t anything special to look at, Flowe … Click to Continue » Top Featured Tags: – North Carolina News Press Release Distribution Service

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