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The Charlotte Hornets’ first playoff appearance in four years has sparked a spending boom. Local shops and eateries see packed aisles and dining rooms as fans prep for postseason action.
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Local NewsNC Invests $5.7M To Expand Substance Use Treatment in Rural and Low-Income Areas
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services announced a $5.7 million investment to boost access to substance use services across the state.
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Local NewsYork County Begins Lane Closures on Highway 160 for Bridge Work at I-77
Crews shut down one lane in each direction on South Carolina Highway 160 over Interstate 77 in Fort Mill starting Wednesday night. The closures run overnight from 7 p.m. to…
Jim Mayhew
Local NewsCharlotte Leads Race To Host 2027 WTA Finals, Promises Tennis Boom
Charlotte has climbed to the top as the front-runner to host the WTA Finals in 2027. The Queen City squares off against just one other finalist — Gdansk, Poland —…
Jim Mayhew
Local NewsKing Asphalt Signs $3.7M Contract To Resurface U.S. 521 and Mecklenburg Roads
A huge road resurfacing project will soon be underway for U.S 521 and a handful of Mecklenburg Roads.
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Local NewsLowe’s Launches Same-Day Delivery and AI Tool for Home Improvement Members
Lowe’s rolled out same-day delivery on qualifying orders above $25 when placed before 2 p.m. Members of MyLowe’s Rewards and MyLowe’s Pro Rewards can use this new option. The company…
Jim Mayhew
Local NewsNCDOT Plans More Retaining Walls for $600M I-77 Express Lane Project in Charlotte
N.C. DOT will construct additional retaining walls on the planned Interstate 77 Express Lanes through South Charlotte.
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Local NewsAirport Will Build New Dog Walking Trails at Charlotte Animal Shelter
Charlotte-Douglas International Airport will replace the Charlotte Animal Shelter dog walking trail amidst construction that requires the previous trail to be demolished.
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Local NewsThings To Do in Charlotte This Weekend: April 10-April 12
Charlotte is serving up a full weekend of culture, food, and community. The Regional Festival of India brings an immersive celebration to Matthews, STEAMfest 2026 invites curious minds of all…
Jennifer Eggleston
Local NewsMecklenburg County Adds 30 Acres to Idlewild Park With $10M Land Purchase
Mecklenburg County acquired two plots for $10 million, pushing Idlewild Park in Matthews past the 230-acre mark. The purchases — at 2337 Hargett Road and 4420 Margaret Wallace Road —…
Jim Mayhew
Local NewsMecklenburg County Seeks Buyer for Torrence-Lytle School After $500k Repairs
Mecklenburg County and the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission want someone to buy the Torrence-Lytle School complex at 13900 Holbrooks Road in Huntersville. Last year, the county poured $500,000 into fixing…
Jim Mayhew
Local NewsCharlotte Historian Digitizes Thousands of NC Maps, Plans Book Release
Chuck Ketchie owns thousands of old maps showing North Carolina. Most focus on Charlotte. He’s scanning them so anyone can see them online. The Charlotte native wants to publish a…
Jim Mayhew
Local NewsNorth Carolina Submits 7 Rail Corridors for Federal Funding Review
North Carolina transportation officials sent seven passenger rail corridors to the Federal Railroad Administration’s Corridor Identification and Development Program. All seven received initial approval, connecting cities like Wilmington, Fayetteville, Kings…
Jim Mayhew