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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

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First-of-Its-Kind Floating Bar Planned for LKN

A new drinking destination is on the way to Lake Norman, taking the term “waterfront property” to a new level. Vitale Hospitality Group, which just opened Vitale Lakeside in Mooresville (1459 River Highway), is working on opening a floating bar at the property, Charlotte Business Journal reports. Called Getaway Bar, it will offer a place for boaters to park in a slip, sip, and socialize right on the lake.

Mooresville, NC · 2d
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Charlotte Observer

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Best coffee shop? Charlotte bakery & cafe earns spot on national Top 10 list

Amelie’s French Bakery & Café has earned the No. 8 spot on USA Today’s 10Best Independent Coffee Shops list for 2026. It was the only North Carolina café to crack the national ranking. Here’s why the Charlotte-born café was named among America’s best spots for coffee: 10Best editors praised the café’s coffee, service and cozy atmosphere, singling out the salted caramel mocha, thick hot chocolate and barista-made espressos and cappuccinos. Pastry lovers can expect croissants, salted caramel brownies, macarons, cheesecakes and éclairs, along with savory bites like quiches and sandwiches. “Our cafés are developing creative and joyful experiences through our coffee program, and we’re so honored to see the hard work being recognized,” an Amelie’s spokesperson told CharlotteFive by email. First opened in NoDa in 2008, Amelie’s has grown to include locations in uptown, Plaza Midwood, Carmel, Montford and Rock Hill, South Carolina. A 10Best expert panel nominated the contenders before a month-long public vote decided the rankings. Southern Living also named Amelie’s North Carolina’s best bakery in 2023. This report was produced with the assistance of a proprietary tool powered by artificial intelligence and using our own originally reported, written and published content. It was reviewed and edited by

Charlotte, NC · 2d

Charlotte Observer

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Build-your-own burrito chain opening first Charlotte-area restaurant. Here's when

Charlotte-area foodies will soon have a new spot to grab their Mexican favorites. Bubbakoo’s Burritos , a Mexican-fusion concept, opens on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the Parkway Commons shopping center in Concord, according to a news release sent to CharlotteFive. The New Jersey-born brand serving burritos, bowls and tacos has existing locations in North Carolina, with spots in Cary and Durham. The Concord restaurant marks its first foray into metro Charlotte. “What really drew us to Bubbakoo’s was the creativity behind the menu and the welcoming atmosphere that makes the brand stand out,” owner-operator Dhyan Shah said in the release. “Concord is a growing community with a great mix of families, businesses and visitors, and we saw an opportunity to bring something unique to the area,” Shah continued. “We want to create a place where people can enjoy a great meal, try something new and keep coming back.” The diverse menu features customizable burritos, quesadillas, tacos, nachos and more. Signature items include the Southwest chicken shredder — a burrito filled with slow-braised shredded chicken thighs, fajita vegetables, queso, rice, corn salsa, shredded cheese and sriracha ranch sauce in a flour tortilla. This soul food restaurant in Charlotte ranks No. 1

Concord, NC · 1d

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This Tiny South Carolina Bakery Has Handmade Donuts That People Are Obsessed With

Nobody plans to become obsessed with a donut shop, and yet here are the people of Rock Hill, South Carolina, completely devoted to MoMo Donuts and not even a little bit sorry about it. This small bakery has developed the kind of following that most restaurants spend years trying to...

Rock Hill, SC · 4d

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Jennifer Rieffer moves to Charlotte to lead Gray Media’s WBTV

Gray Media named Jennifer Rieffer as the new general manager of WBTV (CBS) in Charlotte, North Carolina (DMA 21), effective. A graduate of Morehead State University, Rieffer started her broadcast career in Lexington, Kentucky, where she spent 24 years at the Fox affiliate. She then moved to Flint, Michigan, where she served as general manager overseeing the Fox, NBC and CW stations.

Charlotte, NC · 1d

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Forget North Carolina, Retire To This Virginia Border Oasis With Affordable Living, Parks, And River Fun

North Carolinians often joke about New Yorkers relocating to the state en masse for retirement, but there's a reason the state appeals to so many retirees. You can put down roots near the coast, spending each day taking long beach walks, settle down in a cozy cabin in the mountains, or select a place somewhere in the middle to spend your golden years. But there's another option just across the border that you might not have thought about: Mecklenburg County, Virginia.

Mecklenburg County, VA · 4d

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10 North Carolina Comic Book Shops Packed With Rare Finds, Nostalgia And Unexpected Treasures

Starting your own comic convention is a pretty extreme way to prove you take comics seriously. One North Carolina shop did exactly that back in 1982, and the event is still going every summer. That sent me looking at the rest of the state’s comic shops a little differently.

North Carolina · 3d

YoCo News

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Tom Collins and Brett Lead This Week’s Adoptable Pets

A tabby cat named Tom Collins and a Labrador mix named Brett are the Humane Society of York County’s pets of the week, and both fit the theme the Fort Mill rescue is promoting all November: senior animals in need of homes. The shelter on Regent Parkway is marking Senior Appreciation Month, which covers any...

Fort Mill, SC · 1d

Queen City News

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Community members concerned proposed Charlotte airport lease could price out travelers

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — The future of Charlotte Douglas International Airport will be determined on Monday as city leaders vote on the details of the nearly 11-year lease agreement. The new lease would bring billions of dollars in revenue to the state, but it could price out the local traveler. “Charlotte does have […]

Charlotte, NC · 2d

Country Herald

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North Carolina Residents Could Win $2,500 Watching Christmas Movies

Charlotte-area holiday movie fans have until Dec. 6 to enter the nationwide Chief of Cheer contest.

North Carolina · 1d

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

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EggBred Expands to East Charlotte: New Location Promises Fresh Breakfast Delights by 2027

Diners looking for a fast-casual breakfast/brunch spot will soon be able to eat at EggBred, located at Eastway Crossing in East Charlotte. According to the Charlotte Observer, the opening of EggBred is planned for sometime in 2027. The EggBred chain is known for freshly cracked breakfast items and homemade sauces, along with waffles, loaded breakfast burritos, and breakfast sandwiches.

Charlotte, NC · 5d

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10 North Carolina Restaurants That Go Absolutely Overboard With Christmas Decorations Every Holiday Season

Two thousand gingerbread cookies a day is the kind of December statistic that makes me forget I was researching restaurants. One North Carolina steakhouse bakes roughly that many during the holidays, then sends diners home with cookies handed out by elves. From there, the decorating only gets more ambitious. I...

Raleigh, NC · 1d

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7 Unassuming North Carolina Kitchens That Taste Like a Trip Abroad Without the Plane Ticket

Some of my best meals have started in a plain strip mall parking lot with low expectations and an empty stomach. You walk in expecting a quick bite, and suddenly the smells, the spices, and the shelves of imported snacks make you forget you are still in North Carolina. These...

North Carolina · 2d

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Charlotte food and hospitality jobs: shift leader, greeter, bartender, team member, and breakfast attendant

Charlotte’s roundup centers on five food and hospitality roles that differ by setting and guest interaction. Papa Johns is seeking a full-time Shift Leader with restaurant operations responsibility; Buffalo Wild Wings has a part-time Greeter focused on arrivals and seating; Rally Pickleball is hiring a full-time Bartender for its Lower South End venue; Jack in the Box lists a full-time Team Member for kitchen or guest-service work through an independent franchisee; and Carowinds has a full-time seasonal Breakfast Attendant at SpringHill Suites by Marriott, focused on breakfast service and dining-area upkeep.

Charlotte, NC · 1d

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Uzumaki Sushi Set to Launch $1.2 Million Location in Charlotte

Uzumaki Revolving Sushi has a $1.2 million buildout in the works for a 2,918-square-foot restaurant at the Arboretum Park mixed-use development in South Charlotte, according to the Charlotte Observer. Diners can choose from three all-you-can-eat tiers or order à la carte. Available dishes vary by tier. The restaurant will use...

Charlotte, NC · 1d

Charlotte Observer

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Mayor Pro Tem: Why Charlotte should move forward on airport agreement | Opinion

Charlotte Douglas International Airport is one of our community’s greatest assets. It connects Charlotte to the world, supports jobs and economic growth across our region, and has helped make our city an attractive place to live, visit and do business. An asset that important deserves careful stewardship. Council members should ask hard questions about what Charlotte receives from a long-term agreement, how it protects the public interest and whether it positions our airport and our community for the future. After considering those questions, I believe the proposed Airline Use and Lease Agreement is good for Charlotte, and I support its approval. While I will not be able to attend the Council meeting when it comes up for a vote, I want my position to be clear. The agreement provides the framework for roughly $2 billion in investment at Charlotte Douglas. For travelers, that means real improvements: additional gates, a new passenger tunnel connecting the terminal with an expanded Concourse C to help reduce crowding and improve movement, renovations to our international arrivals facilities, and airfield improvements supporting greater safety, reliability and efficiency. It also lays the groundwork for Charlotte’s continued international growth, including additional international capacity. As our city becomes

Charlotte, NC · 3d

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Register To Win: A Magical Cirque Christmas

K 104.7 is giving you the chance to experience A Magical Cirque Christmas at Belk Theater at Blumenthal Arts Center!. Get ready for a night packed with dazzling acrobatics, jaw-dropping stunts, comedy, holiday music and plenty of Christmas magic in one spectacular show. 🎪 A Magical Cirque Christmas. 📍...

Charlotte, NC · 2d

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Bourbon for Booty fundraiser surpasses $85,000

CHARLOTTE – The fifth annual Bourbon for Booty raised more than $85,000 to support cancer navigation and survivorship programs funded by 24 Foundation. The sold-out event welcomed 150 guests Oct. 24 at Swinerton for an evening of curated whiskey and wine tastings. “Cheers to another incredible Bourbon for Booty,"...

Charlotte, NC · 1d