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The Gaston Gazette

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Gastonia-area restaurants open for Thanksgiving or offering takeout

Roasted turkey with a view of the lake. A "steaks-giving" dinner in a restored 1920s theater. A pan of mac and cheese you can pick up before noon and call your own. If your Thanksgiving plans involve letting someone else handle the stuffing, Gaston County has plenty of options. The list below includes restaurants that have announced plans and others that were open last year. Holiday hours can change, so call ahead. Dine-in with special menus Drift on Lake Wylie , 315 M Lanyard Lane in Belmont, will serve a three-course, prix-fixe Thanksgiving menu for $60 per person, not including tax and gratuity. Reservations start at 11:30 a.m. and are available through OpenTable. The restaurant will close at 8:30 p.m. It is the only menu offered that day. Diners choose a wedge, Caesar or market greens salad, or shrimp and lobster bisque. The main course is roasted turkey with sweet onion apple stuffing, gravy, cranberry relish and two sides. Dessert options are cheesecake with pumpkin anglaise, Key lime pie or crème brûlée. The phone number is 980-351-0111. Webb Custom Kitchen , 182 S. South St. in downtown Gastonia, will serve a Thanksgiving menu from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. in

Gastonia, NC · 1d

Charlotte Observer

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Crawling roach, old batter: Worst Mecklenburg restaurant inspections in October

Twelve restaurants scored grades under 90% during sanitation inspections in Mecklenburg County. Four of those restaurants have since been inspected again (as of Monday, Nov. 9). Carrabba’s Italian Grill #3403 The restaurant received 80% on Oct. 14. It was inspected again on Oct. 29 and received 96%. During the second inspection, violations included: Cracked and damaged containers Prep units in need of cleaning Incorrectly dated food Incorrect cooling The restaurant is located at 16408 Northcross Dr. in Huntersville. This is the restaurant’s first “B” in the sanitation database. New Century Oriental Deli The restaurant received 83% on Oct. 15 and is waiting reinspection. Violations included: No certified food protection manager on site Raw chicken stored incorrectly Debris and cobwebs Small flies Heavy build up on shelves and equipment The restaurant is located at 4500 N. Tryon St., Suite C in Charlotte, inside New Century Oriental Food Supermarket (per Google). The restaurant has received two other “B” grades in 2026. Copan Restaurant The restaurant received 85% on Oct. 15 and is awaiting reinspection. Violations included: No certified food protection manager No written vomit and diarrhea clean up policy Raw animal foods stored with ready to eat Flying pests, dead crawling pest

Mecklenburg County, NC · 22h

Charlotte Observer

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This soul food restaurant in Charlotte ranks No. 1 for fried chicken in NC

A Charlotte soul food spot has earned statewide bragging rights. Mr. Charles Chicken & Fish now ranks as the No. 1 fried chicken restaurant in North Carolina, according to Tasting Table. FULL STORY: Best fried chicken joint? This Charlotte restaurant ranks No. 1 in NC Here are key takeaways: Tasting Table published the rankings Oct. 30. The food and drink website drew on Reddit posts, online reviews, awards and press coverage to pick the top fried chicken joint in each state. Mr. Charles Chicken & Fish started two decades ago on Statesville Avenue. It operates multiple restaurants in Charlotte, and the uptown location on Dalton Avenue got the nod. Michael Rhynes Sr., who helped open the restaurant, told CharlotteFive in 2024 that the business builds relationships with customers. “We try to get to know everybody. I watched kids grow from being six, seven years old. Now they’re in college.” The restaurant’s namesake chicken appears in dishes such as chicken dinners and a gizzard appetizer. Though Tasting Table singled out the hushpuppies as a must-order dish, the menu also features Southern sides like collard greens, fried okra and macaroni and cheese. Other Charlotte dining destinations have drawn recent attention for their

Charlotte, NC · 1d

Essentially Sports

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ACC Announces Cancellation of Its Biggest Game of Season After Playoff Expansion

Conference championship weekend has long been one of the biggest dates on the college football calendar. For teams, it offers a final chance to claim a trophy, settle a season-long conference race, and strengthen their postseason position. For fans, it brings some of the most anticipated matchups of the year. But as the College Football Playoff continues to grow, the sport is preparing for a major change that could take away one of those familiar December traditions. The shift will affect more than just the teams competing for conference titles. The expanded playoff is changing how conferences...

Charlotte, NC · 9h

Charlotte Observer

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A retail giant is moving to South Boulevard in Charlotte. Here's what's changing

A major off-price retail giant is moving to a new space on South Boulevard in Charlotte in time for the holiday shopping season. TJ Maxx will open its 25,570-square-foot store at 9:30 a.m. Nov. 19 at 5107 South Blvd. in Charlotte, the retailer recently said. TJ Maxx will anchor the renovated 77,000-square-foot Seneca Square shopping center , according to property manager Foundry Commercial. The store offers brand-name and designer fashion, accessories, beauty products, jewelry and home goods at discounted prices. TJ Maxx is relocating from a slightly larger, 31,954-square-foot spot less than a mile away at 4726 South Blvd. , the retailer said. “We are always assessing and reviewing our real estate strategies, and our decision to relocate this store reflects that thinking,” company spokesperson Maddie Peters said. The 110,000-square-foot Woodlawn Marketplace center is anchored by The Home Depot, alongside Micro Center and Burlington. In August, Lowes Foods submitted plans with the city of Charlotte to renovate the Burlington store at 4726 South Blvd. with a drive-thru and parking lot improvements. Those plans have not yet been finalized, the Winston-Salem-based grocer recently told The Charlotte Observer. What to expect at the new TJ Maxx Features at the new South Boulevard

Charlotte, NC · 3h

Queen City News

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Pretrial motions underway for Gaston County man accused of killing wife with eye drops

GASTON COUNTY, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — A judge is weighing pre-trial motions in the case against a Mount Holly man accused of poisoning his wife with eye drops back in 2018. Joshua Lee Hunsucker’s lawyers want to move the case out of Gaston County court due to the national attention the case has received. […]

Gaston County, NC · 22h

Daily Mail

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Charlotte restaurant embroiled in fiery clash with customer after charging $6 for to-go box

STATS in North Carolina describes itself as a New American eatery. But it recently became embroiled in a dispute about its leftovers policy.

Charlotte, NC · 18h

WSOC Charlotte

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Gaston County takes extra steps to combat deed and title fraud

Action 9 attorney Jason Stoogenke has warned you about criminals switching your home into their name or trying to sell it behind your back.

Gaston County, NC · 21h

Charlotte Observer

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Former Earth Fare site near Charlotte is ready to debut with new specialty grocer

Sprouts Farmers Market is expanding again, debuting its fourth Charlotte-area store in the same spot as a former specialty grocer in time for the holiday season. Sprouts will open at 7 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13, at Christenbury Corners, 8885 Christenbury Parkway , in Concord. The 24,110-square-foot store marks Sprouts’ first location in a Charlotte suburb. The site near Concord Mills mall was previously home to Earth Fare , which closed in August 2025 amid lease negotiations. Asheville-based Earth Fare originally opened there in 2017 before the company filed for bankruptcy in 2020 and reopening under ownership. In 2021, the Concord store reopened. Sprouts’ expansion is part of a highly competitive landscape , where nearly 730 grocery stores are vying for market share across Charlotte’s over $10.8 billion supermarket industry . “Charlotte continues to experience strong population growth and a growing interest in healthy living,” Sprouts told The Charlotte Observer. That includes demand for fresh produce and items that support a healthy lifestyle, the company said. The new location arrives alongside a wave of recent grocery store openings across the Charlotte area, including Food Lion in east Charlotte , Publix in Union County and Wegmans in Ballantyne . What to expect

Charlotte, NC · 9h

Axios Charlotte

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Charlotte's airport has an approved new airline deal

Charlotte City Council approved a new Airline Use and Lease Agreement (AULA) for Charlotte Douglas International Airport and its signatory airlines. Why it matters: The new deal, which begins on Jan. 1, 2027, keeps the signatory airlines around for the next 10 and a half years and allows for a five-year extension. CLT's signatory airlines are American, Delta, Frontier, Southwest and United. Driving the news: Council approved the AULA Monday night in an 8-2 vote. Council members JD Mazuera Arias and Reneé Perkins Johnson voted against it. More than 50 people signed up to speak to address council. Some advocated for the deal and some against. Advocates from Atrium Health, Novant Health, Trane Technologies, Charlotte Area Chamber of Commerce, North Carolina Restaurant and Lodging Association, Charlotte Regional Business Alliance and local business owners — some of whom have a presence at the airport — advocated for the deal. The other side: But the people who told council members they "keep the airport running" said they don't feel seen or heard. They asked council to delay their vote on the AULA. State law does not allow the city to intervene in subcontractor pay . " We've gotta take this fight to

Charlotte, NC · 16h

Charlotte Observer

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Big drop in temperatures headed to Charlotte. Here's when to prepare for freeze

Daily highs in the Charlotte region will drop by 20 degrees this week, and there’s a possibility of lows below freezing, according to the National Weather Service. Highs in the 70s Monday through Wednesday will fall into the 50s by Friday , and lows will be in the 30s at night, forecasters say. “Much of the area outside the mountains is likely to finally experience the first freezing temps of the season next weekend,” NWS forecasters say. Expect a low of 33 degrees in Charlotte Saturday night, and temperatures will also be at or near freezing in Shelby, Hickory and Albemarle, forecasters say. [ MORE: How to prepare your yard for this weekend's freeze ❄️ ] Lows in the 20s are likely in the mountains, with snow showers forecast for Boone, Newland and Burnsville in the northwestern part of the state, the NWS says. “Confidence is increasing that accumulating snow will occur,” forecasters say. The colder air is associated with a strong frontal system that brings a 40% chance of rain Thursday. No snow is expected in the Charlotte region, but temperatures will be about 10 degrees below normal for this time of the year, forecasters say. Charlotte exits drought

Charlotte, NC · 1d

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To Truly Know Charlotte, North Carolina, Grab A Fried Chicken Soul Food Plate At Chicken Box Cafe

Some cities explain themselves through skylines and stadiums, but Charlotte also tells its story through a cardboard box of fried chicken. On a busy stretch north of uptown, a counter-serve spot has fed locals, convention travelers, and airport layover crowds for years. People drive across the Queen City for it,...

Charlotte, NC · 1d

Queen City News

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Flight from Charlotte to Raleigh diverted back to CLT

A flight had to return to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) Monday morning, according to flight data.

Charlotte, NC · 1d

WSOC Charlotte

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18-year-old charged in late Saturday night crash that killed 1, injured 4 others

An 18-year-old faces a second-degree murder charge following a deadly crash involving multiple vehicles in east Charlotte late Saturday night.

Charlotte, NC · 1d

WRAL News

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Meet Quinn Gilgan: the 25-pound corgi who literally ran amok at Sunday’s Panthers game

When Sunday’s Panthers game reached half-time, 12 corgis took to the field to race. But after the race's end, one of the corgis – Quinn – was still on the run. Quinn is one year old, 25 pounds, and short-legged – even for a corgi – but she was a blur on the field as she fled from and dodged anyone who tried to grab or tackle her.

Charlotte, NC · 17h

MotorBiscuit

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Jamie McMurray’s 33-Acre Lake Norman Estate Sold for $2.8M Under His First Ask

Jamie McMurray sold his 33.6-acre Lake Norman estate for $9.2 million on Oct. 15, $2.8 million below the $12 million he first asked in August 2025.

Mooresville, NC · 2h

Charlotte Stories

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Lake Norman Drivers Brace for Closures on I-77 as 10-Lane Bridge Project Begins

Temporary single-lane closures began this week near Exit 36 and N.C. 150 in Mooresville. Crews are installing a new safety barrier and pavement markings before shifting traffic. Once that work is complete, I-77 traffic will move from the median toward the outside lanes. Crews will then begin constructing interior supports...

Mooresville, NC · 4h

everafterinthewoods.com

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The Little North Carolina Town That Lights Up Thousands Of Christmas Decorations Every December

More than half a million lights wrap around 250 evergreens in one tiny town center. Every December, an elementary school kid gets to flip the switch. I can’t imagine a bigger job for a grade schooler. The glow doesn’t stop at the trees. Christmas trees float on a lake....

Mcadenville, NC · 1d

Charlotte Observer

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Queens Grant, the reigning state champion, starts No. 1 in The Observer's Sweet 16

Queen’s Grant ended the 2025-26 high school basketball season atop The Charlotte Observer’s Sweet 16 poll. Today, the Stallions start the 2026-27 in the same place: No. 1 in the region’s oldest high school basketball poll. The Observer began The Sweet 16 in 1984 and offers a large banner to the winner to hang in its gym. The ranking includes teams from Mecklenburg, Cabarrus, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln and Union counties. Queen’s Grant, because it doesn’t have football, is allowed to start its season early. The Stallions have gotten off to a 1-2 start, after a pair of losses to N.C. private school power Forsyth Country Day, the reigning NCISAA 4A state champion and Sweet 16 preseason No. 3 Concord Academy at the Carmel Christian Tip-Off over the weekend. The Sweet 16 rankings, compiled by longtime NC basketball expert Rick Lewis, were compiled before those games were played. Preseason Sweet 16 poll Rk, School 1. Queen’s Grant 2. Ambassador Christian 3. Concord Academy 4. Mooresville 5. Providence Day 6. Myers Park 7. Chambers 8. North Mecklenburg 9. West Charlotte 10. Hickory Ridge 11. Davidson Day 12. Charlotte Christian 13. Gaston Day 14. Harding 15. Gaston Christian 16. West Mecklenburg

Charlotte, NC · 1d