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Festive crowd in Charlotte cityscape
Breaking News

City of Charlotte Experiences Record Holiday Entertainment Turnout

City of Charlotte Experiences Record Holiday Entertainment Turnout The city of Charlotte, North Carolina, was buzzing with excitement as residents and visitors alike flocked to various holiday entertainment events and attractions. From festive light displays to live performances, there was no shortage of activities to celebrate the holiday season. Record Attendance at Neighborhood & Community Events Neighborhoods across Charlotte saw a record turnout for their holiday celebrations. Residents came together

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Family enjoying county fair rides
Community

Charlotte: Inaugural Mecklenburg County Fair Opens Friday May 24th

Charlotte: Inaugural Mecklenburg County Fair Opens Friday May 24th The Inaugural Big Mecklenburg County Fair will open on the grounds of The Park Expo & Conference Center (800 Briar Creek Road; next to Bojangles Coliseum) Friday, May 24 through Sunday, June 2. Amusement rides, prize-filled games, live entertainment, and traditional carnival foods are planned for the 10-day event. Family-Friendly Fun The carnival midway at the Fair will be provided by

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"Symphony Orchestra Mobile Stage"
Community

Charlotte Symphony’s Mobile Stage Meets People on Their Own Turf

Charlotte Symphony’s Mobile Stage Meets People on Their Own Turf By HERE News Bringing Music to Underserved Neighborhoods In a bid to make music more accessible, the Charlotte Symphony Orchestra has launched a new initiative with its mobile stage. Taking their performances outside of the usual uptown venues, the symphony is now bringing their music directly to the people in long-underserved neighborhoods in Charlotte. Connecting Through Music The innovative mobile

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"Food festival block party"
Culinary

Charlotte Expands on Food Festival with Bites on Seventh

Charlotte Expands on Food Festival with Bites on Seventh Live music and entertainment adds to block party vibes Eat Black Charlotte started as a simple hashtag in 2020, a way for local foodies to better highlight Black food businesses in Charlotte, but like any good social media campaign, it eventually grew into something more. The Eat Black Charlotte Food & Culture Festival was launched originally as a way to wrap

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Family grappling with mental illness
Community

Next to Normal Is Alive at the Queens Road Barn

‘Next to Normal’ Is Alive at the Queens Road Barn Arts & Culture Center Stage Charlotte, NC – July 4, December 7, September 11, and October 7 are all dates we remember for their historic meaning to the nation and the world. A similar earthshaking significance can descend on a single day in the life of a relationship, a marriage, or a family that can reverberate for generations—whether or not

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"Kids reading in library"
Events/What's Happening

Alert: Summer Break Program at Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Encourages Reading and Learning

Inside Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s Summer Break Programming In Partnership with Charlotte Mecklenburg Library Charlotte Mecklenburg Library encourages reading and learning all year long. The summer months, when students take a break from school, are critical to expanded learning. In fact, summertime poses the most academic risk because students without access to summer learning opportunities can fall behind their peers, creating an achievement gap that is hard to close. To keep

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Southern city growth illustration
Business News

The South on top. It’s where to find the fastest-growing American cities

The South on top. It’s where to find the fastest-growing American cities CHARLOTTE, NC – Charlotte is one of the nation’s fastest-growing cities, according to a new U.S. Census report. Between July 2022 to July 2023, the city gained 15,607 people, reaching a population of 911,311. That is third-highest growth in the U.S. trailing only San Antonio and Fort Worth, Texas, the study found. Jacksonville and Port St. Lucie, both

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"Vintage WBTV van touring"
Community

WBTV to celebrate 75th anniversary with visits to local communities

WBTV to celebrate 75th anniversary with visits to local communities Charlotte, N.C. – WBTV is gearing up for our 75th anniversary this summer, and we will be hitting the road for part of the celebration. Each Friday leading up to the big day – July 15 – WBTV will be out in the community, at many events the station has covered for decades. Community Visits Longtime anchor John Carter will

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Charlotte Roller Derby Action
Charity

Up ‘n Adam: Charlotte Roller Derby

Up ‘n Adam: Charlotte Roller Derby INDIAN TRAIL, N.C. — Up ‘n Adam Tackles Roller Derby Adam Wurtzel, the adventurous host of “Up ‘n Adam,” took on a thrilling challenge in Indian Trail, North Carolina. This time, he ventured into the world of Charlotte Roller Derby. With the help of teammates like “Coco Clash,” “Kansas Comet,” “Hell Earnhardt,” and “May Q. Sick,” Adam got a crash course in all things

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Gospel concert for charity
Charity

I Got Away Gospel Tour makes stop in Charlotte

‘I Got Away Gospel Tour’ makes stop in Charlotte CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) – The 18th Annual McDonald’s Inspiration Celebration Gospel tour is stopping in Charlotte. The I Got Away tour is happening Wednesday night at The Park Church. The concert is free, but donations will be taken up to benefit the work of the Ronald McDonald House. Last year, The Ronald McDonald House helped more than 4,322 families with sick

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