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A ‘Freedom Park on the Eastside’?

A ‘Freedom Park on the Eastside’?

Plus: Arboretum movie theater gets bank-ified; Beyoncé once sang a cappella in a Gastonia mall; Historic marquee to become Instagram backdrop; Fury kicks back up at Carowinds

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Aug 11, 2023

The recession that hasn't arrived

The recession that hasn't arrived

Plus: Johnson & Wales wants to add nursing school; Discovery Place Nature museum to shut for renovations by end of year; Podcast with history museum CEO; 900-pound bull on the loose in west Charlotte

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Aug 9, 2023

You’re invited: Come meet City Council candidates

You’re invited: Come meet City Council candidates

CLT Public Relations, the Charlotte Area Chamber and The Ledger are teaming up to host a Charlotte City Council candidates reception next week (Aug. 17) — come on out!

Aug 8, 2023

After Covid, a spike in speech delays

After Covid, a spike in speech delays

Plus: A Quail Hollow tournament of a different kind; Is the Uptown Cabaret's building historic after all?; Eastland saga to continue at council meeting today; Hornets' new owner on GameStop

Aug 7, 2023

She's making Charlotte more social

She's making Charlotte more social

Plus: Top news of the week — County puts $2.5B CMS bond on ballot — Arts & Science Council president resigns — Brooklyn Village development takes 'first step' — Mecklenburg ABC tests online ordering

Aug 5, 2023

A new watery way to end your earthly journey

A new watery way to end your earthly journey

Plus: Ledger tests out new ABC online liquor ordering; Plans trickle out on Brooklyn Village development; Charter school expands; Stanley Drug isn't history; Dan Bishop to run for attorney general

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Aug 4, 2023

One Charlotte FC fan is happy tonight's game moved to Dallas

One Charlotte FC fan is happy tonight's game moved to Dallas

Plus: Charlotte FC finally acquires a left back; Shinyashiki and Santos saga over; the Beyoncé stadium snafu; advancing Leagues Cup vs. Cruz Azul and more

Aug 3, 2023

After blackouts, utilities are urged to prepare better for winter

After blackouts, utilities are urged to prepare better for winter

Plus: Brooklyn Village project uptown moves forward; Pineville eyes a social district; Retiring tourism chief says Charlotte is now a 'visitor destination'; Sports marketer podcast; Bo heads to Vega$

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Aug 2, 2023

High on hemp? N.C. cannabis shops sell ‘potent’ legal workaround

High on hemp? N.C. cannabis shops sell ‘potent’ legal workaround

Plus: Elizabeth renovation reveals old facade; Concerts draw biggest crowds to uptown since 2019; Compass Group sued over diversity; Airport CEO says construction not intended as torture

Jul 31, 2023

I made $250 through a Facebook 'closet cleanout'

I made $250 through a Facebook 'closet cleanout'

How to sell stuff online in Charlotte, easily, to make a few extra bucks

Jul 29, 2023

I made $250 through a Facebook 'closet cleanout'

I made $250 through a Facebook 'closet cleanout'

Plus: Top news of the week — Second crack in Carowinds' Fury — Charlotte Fire misses safety inspections — Jewelry giant Ernest Perry dies — CMPD animal shelter at critical level

Jul 29, 2023

A win is a win ... until it isn't?

A win is a win ... until it isn't?

Head-scratching Leagues Cup results, plus Charlotte's interest in 22-year-old Spanish winger Jaime, Spanish-speaking radio broadcaster Moreno's connection to Necaxa, and preview of Saturday's game

Jul 28, 2023

Wrinkles in a non-profit’s search for a new home

Wrinkles in a non-profit’s search for a new home

Plus: CLT airport is second most crowded, study shows; Transportation summit planned for fall; Get ready for those higher tax bills; More Carowinds troubles?; Chicken wing bankruptcy

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Jul 28, 2023

Heartbreak at the animal shelter

Heartbreak at the animal shelter

Plus: Bank leader talks about industry changes; a dad hops on his bike for 'Booty' despite having a new hip; Charlotte 49ers football coach gets frustrated during AAC media day

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Jul 26, 2023

The passing of a jewelry giant

The passing of a jewelry giant

Plus: A charity that provides furniture to people in need; 🎧 Podcast features former newsman on the power of storytelling; 'A hard reset' on behavior expectations in CMS schools, superintendent says

Jul 24, 2023

Q&A: Changing times in the banking industry

Q&A: Changing times in the banking industry

'We invest our hearts and minds to power human potential'

Jul 23, 2023

A horse in training to deliver sunshine

A horse in training to deliver sunshine

Plus: Top News of the Week — Candidates file for CMS board, city council, mayor; Plans change for Huntersville development; Sterilizations surge across NC; Big cooldown in office development

Jul 22, 2023

Lattanzio back in the hot seat

Lattanzio back in the hot seat

Why Charlotte FC should give its second-year coach more time, plus the great Messi grass debate, a preview on inaugural Leagues Cup play and more

Jul 21, 2023

After a half-century, he’s passing on the family business

After a half-century, he’s passing on the family business

Plus: CMS board chair won't run for re-election; Home goods retailer preps to open in former Sears; Ledger reporter chosen for prestigious fellowship; Signs of life at shuttered Bojangles

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Jul 21, 2023

Dashew won't seek re-election to CMS school board

Dashew won't seek re-election to CMS school board

Board Chair Elyse Dashew says she needs a rest after 8 years on the school board; says she feels 'very optimistic' about the current board

Jul 19, 2023

Charlotte’s office cooldown continues

Charlotte’s office cooldown continues

Plus: Uptown office towers appeal valuations; Answering reader question on Southern Spirits sign; Examining Charlotte-area growth figures; Rare zoning denial; Charlotte-made horror movie

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Jul 19, 2023

N.C.'s sterilization surge

N.C.'s sterilization surge

Plus: American's airport lounges raise prices while adding food and booze; Will Dashew run again for CMS board?; Atrium CEO plays electric guitar at big music festival; The return of Phat Burrito

Jul 17, 2023

How The Ledger plans to incorporate AI

How The Ledger plans to incorporate AI

Tech could upend the media industry, too

Jul 15, 2023

Remembering Rolfe Neill, the legendary Observer publisher

Remembering Rolfe Neill, the legendary Observer publisher

The newspaper's publisher from 1975-1997 is remembered as a smart and strong-willed leader who was one of Charlotte's biggest champions; he died July 14 at age 90

Jul 14, 2023

Charlotte FC makes a bet on seasoned players

Charlotte FC makes a bet on seasoned players

Exclusive: Q and A with sporting director Zoran Krneta, who says signing veteran players helps on and off the field; plus thoughts on new Belgian midfielder, possibility for playoffs and more

Jul 14, 2023

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