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How Brad Panovich weathers the internet

How Brad Panovich weathers the internet

Plus: New toll lanes double expected usage; 5 tips for small businesses; March Madness update; City Council's vote on $25M BoPlex repairs; Hornets break sellout record; Pollen surge

Mar 23, 2026

I-485 toll lanes are off to a strong start

I-485 toll lanes are off to a strong start

Lanes opened in February

Mar 23, 2026

McCrory offers sharp critique as Berger loss looms

McCrory offers sharp critique as Berger loss looms

Former governor and Charlotte mayor links Senate leader to lobbyists and 'special interests'

Mar 23, 2026

Small-business owners share 5 strategies for success

Small-business owners share 5 strategies for success

Summit in SouthPark

Mar 23, 2026

Her garden changed how the South grows

Her garden changed how the South grows

Plus: Reporters' Roundtable discussion & top news of the week — Sports gambling problems rise; State school enrollment slumps; Lawmakers target hospitals’ prized tax perks; UNC Charlotte fires basketball coach; Queens plays in March Madness game

Mar 21, 2026

Etihad Airways arrives in Charlotte — but with no ceremony

Etihad Airways arrives in Charlotte — but with no ceremony

Will operate 4x/week between CLT and Abu Dhabi in large widebody plane

Mar 20, 2026

What about Charlotte FC's teenage sensation?

What about Charlotte FC's teenage sensation?

As Red Bulls come to town with three teenagers in the lineup, where's Berchimas? Plus Ream readies for final USMNT camp, Bronico reaches 150 games, MLS releases '27 season format and Saturday preview

Mar 20, 2026

Newsletter 3/20: Lawmakers target hospitals’ prized tax perks

Newsletter 3/20: Lawmakers target hospitals’ prized tax perks

Plus: PSA Airlines opens HQ; Truist Championship to debut golfer-tracking app; Why an uptown office building sold for $3.5M; Family Dollar layoffs; Middle East flight to CLT begins today; Potential service strain on fire department

LockSimple

Mar 20, 2026

Lawmakers target hospitals’ prized tax perks

Lawmakers target hospitals’ prized tax perks

Property tax and sales tax exemptions under scrutiny

Mar 20, 2026

New app will help fans track golfers at Quail Hollow

New app will help fans track golfers at Quail Hollow

Organizers say the app will provide real-time tracking and turn-by-turn directions for spectators

Mar 20, 2026

 🏗️ We're celebrating a year of Whispers

🏗️ We're celebrating a year of Whispers

Come network with fellow commercial real estate enthusiasts and enjoy a few beers on us

LockSimple

Mar 19, 2026

Why an uptown office building sold for less than $4M

Why an uptown office building sold for less than $4M

Plus: Company looking at uptown offices; Savona Mill’s next phase; More apartments coming soon to Huntersville; Real Estate Whispers’ party (yes, you’re invited); Ideas for the EpiCentre

Mar 18, 2026

As sports betting booms, so do gambling problems

As sports betting booms, so do gambling problems

Plus: Uneven spending threatens economic outlook; New police chief uniform; Remembering Penny Butler; UNC Charlotte fires basketball coach; Bank of America settles Epstein claims; Join Ledger March Madness challenge

LockSimple

Mar 18, 2026

Mobile sports betting is fueling a rise in gambling addiction

Mobile sports betting is fueling a rise in gambling addiction

Young men are at the center of fast-growing addiction problems. Plus: How to spot the signs, and what you can do.

Mar 18, 2026

Lawsuit over Hawthorne bridge drags into 4th year

Lawsuit over Hawthorne bridge drags into 4th year

Mediation failed, court documents say

Mar 17, 2026

Join The Ledger's March Madness pool 🏀

Join The Ledger's March Madness pool 🏀

It's free. You could win prizes, like handsome Ledger pens! (Or grocery gift cards)

Mar 17, 2026

Ways of Life: A full life, to 106 years

Ways of Life: A full life, to 106 years

Also remembered: The co-founder of Metrolina Regional Scholars Academy; a longtime Charlotte firefighter; a nationally recognized children’s advocate

LockSimple

Mar 17, 2026

Consumers keep spending, but cracks begin to show

Consumers keep spending, but cracks begin to show

Middle-class income growth is slowing and raising concerns about how long the momentum can last, economist says

Mar 17, 2026

Queens’ fearless coach takes his shot

Queens’ fearless coach takes his shot

The university has the chance to become the latest “Cinderella” story

LockSimple

Mar 16, 2026

🎧 Podcast: What people miss in retirement and divorce planning

🎧 Podcast: What people miss in retirement and divorce planning

Mary Ware of Carnegie Private Wealth on managing your finances

Mar 16, 2026

How Charlotte shaped Romare Bearden

How Charlotte shaped Romare Bearden

Plus: Top news of the week — How toll lanes could affect parks; Longer airport TSA lines; Panthers season ticket prices to rise; CMS seeks more money; Tickets available for 40 Over 40 Awards

Mar 14, 2026

Messi and made-over Miami come to town

Messi and made-over Miami come to town

Zaha laments three yellow cards in three games, front office's focus on fan engagement, and previewing Saturday's showdown

Mar 13, 2026

Internship competition turns fierce

Internship competition turns fierce

Summer internships have always been competitive, but a tight labor market and artificial intelligence are changing the game for college students today

LockSimple

Mar 13, 2026

We’re looking for an aspiring local journalist to work with us this summer

We’re looking for an aspiring local journalist to work with us this summer

The Ledger seeks a part-time editorial intern for summer 2026

Mar 13, 2026

🎟️ Tickets now available for 40 Over 40 Awards!

🎟️ Tickets now available for 40 Over 40 Awards!

Join us April 23 for a fun celebration of the winners

Mar 12, 2026

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