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Details on Ledger reader holiday party

Details on Ledger reader holiday party

Our community of paying subscribers is invited to drop in online on Thursday, December 17. And we have arranged for beer and wine specials, with delivery.

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Dec 7, 2020

Charlotte’s new transit proposal: 4 things to know

Charlotte’s new transit proposal: 4 things to know

Plus: Big week ahead for Covid-related decisions; New data on Mecklenburg restaurant closings; N.C. ranked on mask use; November's rezonings; Charlotte wins war on cankerworms

Dec 7, 2020

Charlotte rezoning petitions in November

Charlotte rezoning petitions in November

Highlights: Townhomes planned to replace single-family houses in Ballantyne; Townhomes proposed to replace south Charlotte nursery; Expansion of athletic club; Affordable housing on West Blvd.

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Dec 6, 2020

Hugh McColl’s second act

Hugh McColl’s second act

Plus: Readers share their favorite Teen Talk moments; Charlotte's top stories of the week

Dec 5, 2020

New details on Sonic CEO assault accusations

New details on Sonic CEO assault accusations

Plus: 15,000 Charlotte businesses received PPP loans; Whitewater Center buys more land; Local shoppers avoided Black Friday; Sales tax hike for transportation recommended; Ski season starts

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Dec 4, 2020

Part 2: Ledger readers' charity picks

Part 2: Ledger readers' charity picks

From a group that helps families facing cancer to one that aids soldiers’ transitioning to civilian life, here's a list of local charities Ledger subscribers support – and why

Dec 3, 2020

Charlotte stars in Hallmark Christmas movie — as Nashville

Charlotte stars in Hallmark Christmas movie — as Nashville

Plus: Judge puts an end to Pittenger-Lebda lawsuit; N.C. expects Covid vaccine in as soon as 2 weeks; Belk suppliers complain of slow payments; Light-up doughnut sweater shows you're 'Hot Now'

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Dec 2, 2020

Our readers' picks: favorite local charities

Our readers' picks: favorite local charities

Have a glance at nearly 70 Charlotte-area charities Ledger readers support — from a group that helps families facing cancer to one that aids soldiers’ transitioning to civilian life

Dec 1, 2020

Our readers' picks for their favorite local charities

Our readers' picks for their favorite local charities

Have a glance at nearly 70 charities Ledger readers support — from a group that helps families facing cancer to one that aids soldiers transitioning to civilian life

Nov 30, 2020

Why don’t teens have part-time jobs anymore?

Why don’t teens have part-time jobs anymore?

Plus: Hearst Tower architect blasts Truist over sign installation; Ballantyne developer reveals more details; CMS leader says Covid spread 'not taking place' in schools; Strip club permit stripped

Nov 30, 2020

A very Ledger holiday: 10% off gift subscription — and new gear!

A very Ledger holiday: 10% off gift subscription — and new gear!

Looking for gifts for that special someone? Or need to treat yo' self? Consider a lightly discounted gift subscription to The Ledger — or one of our new 'Essential' hoodies, crewnecks or T-shirts.

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Nov 27, 2020

The Charlotte Ledger: Worth a look this holiday

The Charlotte Ledger: Worth a look this holiday

We aim to deliver smart, original journalism to Charlotte. Take advantage of our once-a-year discount on our paid version, this weekend only.

Nov 26, 2020

Earth Fare to open in Davidson

Earth Fare to open in Davidson

Organic grocer quickly expands in Charlotte region; New stores in Davidson, Concord and Fort Mill expected to open in January

Nov 25, 2020

A note of Thanksgiving to our subscribers

A note of Thanksgiving to our subscribers

We're grateful you're a member of The Ledger community. Here are the reasons why.

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Nov 25, 2020

In a family of jewelers, he cut a different path

In a family of jewelers, he cut a different path

Plus: New Truist tower signs slammed online; CMS asks parents to return transportation survey; Last Charlotte-area Sears closes; Socially distant Santa arrives at SouthPark

Nov 23, 2020

Quinceañera dreams delayed, and an industry disrupted

Quinceañera dreams delayed, and an industry disrupted

Plus: Special Teen Talk Thanksgiving edition 🦃; top news of the week

Nov 21, 2020

New homes push further into west Charlotte

New homes push further into west Charlotte

Plus: City releases names of Covid grant recipients; Transit tax referendum possible in 2021; New economic mobility report; 'Nutcracker' to return (modified); Time to start hoarding toilet paper again

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Nov 20, 2020

How political spending bailed out Charlotte's TV stations

How political spending bailed out Charlotte's TV stations

Plus: Who got Mecklenburg County Covid relief loans?; A raise for the county manager; CMS Covid data; Longtime Observer political reporter to retire; South Charlotte's teenage cheese-throwing epidemic

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Nov 18, 2020

Are cheese-throwing bandits on the loose in south Charlotte?

Are cheese-throwing bandits on the loose in south Charlotte?

Nacho average prank: In a new style of teenage vandalism, cheese slices are reportedly soaring in parking lots, intersections and driveways

Nov 18, 2020

Fears rise of new business shutdowns

Fears rise of new business shutdowns

Plus: How North Carolina's Covid numbers stack up against other states'; N.C.'s top health official on why cases are increasing

Nov 17, 2020

Crunch time for Charlotte child care

Crunch time for Charlotte child care

Plus: Convention Center renovations moving along amid fears of construction-industry slowdown; 5 states ban indoor dining; Sycamore Brewing holiday beer cans go naughty again

Nov 16, 2020

Dreaming of a new aquatic center for Charlotte

Dreaming of a new aquatic center for Charlotte

Plus: Teen Talk slaps hard; Charlotte's top news of the week

Nov 14, 2020

Why CMS bus drivers are sidelined

Why CMS bus drivers are sidelined

Plus: Remembering Alex Trebek's 1984 visit to Charlotte; Region sees intense flooding; Ballantyne's Earth Fare reopens; Sandwich chain closes 4 restaurants; Give a shout-out to your favorite charity

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Nov 13, 2020

Give a shout-out to your favorite Charlotte charity

Give a shout-out to your favorite Charlotte charity

Ledger subscribers like you are invited to tell us why you support the nonprofit that you do; We will publish the responses next month in a special edition with the goal of spurring donations

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Nov 12, 2020

BREAKING: Lacking bus drivers, CMS delays middle school opening

BREAKING: Lacking bus drivers, CMS delays middle school opening

Grades 6-8 to return to school Jan. 5 instead of end of Thanksgiving week because of unanticipated driver shortage; Rhonda Cheek: ‘It pisses me off’

Nov 10, 2020

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