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Shinyashiki shaking up offense for Charlotte FC

Shinyashiki shaking up offense for Charlotte FC

Also, Lattanzio on his "Italian" substitutions, recent lineup decisions, and the lowdown on festivities in store for Saturday's "Americana Night" at Bank of America Stadium

Jul 8, 2022

A countertop and cabinet distributor finds new doors to open

A countertop and cabinet distributor finds new doors to open

Charlotte-based Web-Don supplies counters and cabinets to big retailers like Lowe's and Home Depot, and its products are in SouthPark Mall, Atrium Health and the Biltmore Estate

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Jul 8, 2022

He's taking a spin in the laundry business

He's taking a spin in the laundry business

Johnson C. Smith grad moved to New Jersey for a job in commercial real estate but came back to Charlotte to open a laundromat; 'As the city is growing, there's a need for it'

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Jul 7, 2022

An outdoor store that blazed a trail

An outdoor store that blazed a trail

Jesse Brown's was the only outdoor store of its kind when it opened in Charlotte in 1973. National retailers have come on the scene since, but Jesse Brown's competes in a way only a local store can.

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Jul 6, 2022

25 years of bringing Charlotte news en español

25 years of bringing Charlotte news en español

Hilda and Alvaro Gurdián knew no one when they moved to Charlotte from Venezuela 30 years ago. For 25 years, their Spanish-language media company has grown along with the city’s Latino community.

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Jul 5, 2022

Last chance: Don't miss our series on small business owners

Last chance: Don't miss our series on small business owners

Coming next week in The Ledger: ‘Built to Last’ series — for paying members only! Next week, The Ledger has a special series called “Built to Last” that will be available only to our paying members. We’ll introduce readers to several Charlotteans who’ve grown or built businesses in vastly different industries, and they’ll share lessons they’ve learned in leading their companies that will be good food for thought no matter what field you work in.

Jul 2, 2022

Charlotte FC finally fielding best talent

Charlotte FC finally fielding best talent

Tough home loss Thursday against Austin; Plus it's farewell to Alan Franco, prepping for transfer window, breaking down rookie contributors, clamoring for Kahlina jersey and more

Jul 1, 2022

Referee shortage puts youth sports leagues in a pickle

Referee shortage puts youth sports leagues in a pickle

Plus: Brooklyn Village developer updates project timeline; Bankruptcy judge gives Tepper a win; U.S. Foods drivers seeking union; Details on Ledger series next week; 4th of July crossword

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Jul 1, 2022

Charlotte’s new mobility plan: ambitious goals, tons of data

Charlotte’s new mobility plan: ambitious goals, tons of data

You’re reading Transit Time, a weekly newsletter for Charlotte people who leave the house.

Jun 30, 2022

Conventions mount a comeback

Conventions mount a comeback

Plus: 1,100 senior living units planned on 53 acres near Piper Glen; 7 local construction companies say Tepper owes them big money; Council member blasts arts funding vote; CMPD police officer shot

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Jun 29, 2022

Ways of Life: Alcohol took Mason Gash. ‘Nothing to hide here now.’

Ways of Life: Alcohol took Mason Gash. ‘Nothing to hide here now.’

Also remembered: A homebuilder in South Charlotte; a longtime pastor at First Methodist; a CEO of Smart Start and a leader in early childhood education

Jun 28, 2022

Rock Hill contractor slams Tepper, Carolina Panthers

Rock Hill contractor slams Tepper, Carolina Panthers

Plus: Employment lawyer Q&A on social media; Late returns rise after library goes fine-free; Readers recommend books by N.C. writers; BofA to cover abortion travel; Bruton Smith funeral Thursday

Jun 27, 2022

Does your personal brand need a tune up?

Does your personal brand need a tune up?

Plus: New Teen Talk; New crossword; Plus top news of the week: Abortion ruling fallout — N.C. House rejects sports betting bill — CATS bus service criticized — Bruton Smith remembered

Jun 25, 2022

Charlotte FC’s options at winger have taken off

Charlotte FC’s options at winger have taken off

Plus: Sergio Ruiz a short-timer?; Fuchs back to practice; MLS All-Star voting begins — and more

Jun 24, 2022

New twist in Charlotte’s arts funding saga

New twist in Charlotte’s arts funding saga

Plus: Humpy Wheeler's final meeting with Bruton Smith; Why legislators shot down sports betting; Eastover landowner explains holdout decision; Ledger rated A+ by BBB; New Taylor Swift 'Carolina' song

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Jun 24, 2022

Excessive sick leave blamed for shoddy bus service

Excessive sick leave blamed for shoddy bus service

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Jun 23, 2022

BREAKING: Bruton Smith dead at age 95

BREAKING: Bruton Smith dead at age 95

Tributes start to pour in; 'a true legend,' 'his vision and legacy inspired many,' 'NASCAR has lost one of its true pioneers'

Jun 22, 2022

She’s demystifying STEM for adolescent girls

She’s demystifying STEM for adolescent girls

Plus: Neighbors wow City Council with drone video of traffic; New name for Stonewall Street; Alcohol violations in Davidson, Dilworth, Waxhaw; Rendering of Cotswold apartments; Krispy Kreme ice cream

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Jun 22, 2022

Ways of Life: Hockey was the draw, but friendships were the big win

Ways of Life: Hockey was the draw, but friendships were the big win

Also remembered: A summer enrichment camp director; a speech pathologist for Mecklenburg County; an award-winning quilter and lacemaker

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Jun 21, 2022

The future of social media is fragmented

The future of social media is fragmented

Plus: S.C. officials probably won't investigate Camp Thunderbird zipline fall; New recycling 'park' headed to Steele Creek; American to reopen airport lounge; Buy a house, get a pizza

Jun 20, 2022

For 40 years, she’s had Holy Angels under her wing

For 40 years, she’s had Holy Angels under her wing

Plus: Teen Talk returns with a 'fit check,' A timely crossword; And the top news of the week — City Council approves Spectrum Center renovations — girl falls from Camp Thunderbird zipline

Jun 18, 2022

For 40 years, she’s had Holy Angels under her wing

For 40 years, she’s had Holy Angels under her wing

This article was published in The Charlotte Ledger e-newsletter on June 18, 2022.

Jun 18, 2022

The new coach makes his mark

The new coach makes his mark

Kahlina on flagrant play that led to Red Bulls suspension, Charlotte FC moves practice, MLS inks new TV deal and CLT fans get invited into upper deck for Nashville game. Plus the tifo snafu.

Jun 17, 2022

Taller buildings head to Eastover

Taller buildings head to Eastover

Plus: Contractor in failed Panthers Rock Hill HQ says it's owed $68M; CMS board chair gives rare on-camera TV interview; YMCA still mum on details of zipline fall; New toll lanes coming to I-77?

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Jun 17, 2022

New Silver Line plan: Ridership favored over development

New Silver Line plan: Ridership favored over development

You’re reading Transit Time, a weekly newsletter for Charlotte people who leave the house.

Jun 16, 2022

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