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Most People Drive Right Past This North Carolina Restaurant Without Knowing It Hides The State’s Best BBQ

Somewhere along a road in Shelby, North Carolina, people are driving past one of the best barbecue restaurants in the entire state without even slowing down. That’s a tragedy, and this article exists to make sure it doesn’t happen to you. Red Bridges Barbecue Lodge has been cooking...

Shelby, NC · 8d
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Leave the leaves: Why experts say you should skip raking this fall

As we approach peak foliage across the Carolinas this November, fall leaves are also starting to make their way to the ground.

Charlotte, NC · 3d

Mens Journal

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Restaurant Workers Say Their SSNs Were Used to Pay Undocumented Migrants

Two former Firebirds Wood Fired Grill employees in Huntersville, North Carolina, allege their Social Security numbers were used to employ other workers after they left the restaurant—one reportedly finding $20,000 in wages he never earned on his W-2. Police are investigating, and Firebirds says it is cooperating.

Huntersville, NC · 3d

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12 North Carolina Animal Shelters And Sanctuaries Where Your Volunteer Hours Actually Matter

A free Saturday can turn into a tiger tour, a goat cuddle, or a dog walk that helps a shelter pup get noticed. North Carolina is full of rescues and sanctuaries that run on everyday people who show up and pitch in. From the Piedmont to the mountains to the...

North Carolina · 3d
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Charlotte Observer

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More than 50 Charlotte restaurants have closed in 2026. These are the latest

Charlotte’s restaurant scene keeps growing , but 2026 also has brought a long list of goodbyes. From beloved neighborhood spots to chain locations, here are the most recent closings and the stories behind them. 🍽️ READ THE FULL STORY: Lost but not forgotten: Charlotte-area restaurants, bars closed in 2026 🍖 Kannapolis loses a BBQ spot: Towel City Tavern, the beer, bourbon and barbecue joint, closed in late September after two years. No reason was shared. 🥡 A quick run at Latta Arcade: Meal-prep service Dank Bowl opened June 2 inside Knowledge Perk Coffee uptown and closed in early October , ending a short stint serving health-focused chef-made bowls. 🍳 Fall chain exit: Bob Evans closed its only Charlotte location on Statesville Road near Northlake Mall this fall , following the earlier closure of its Rock Hill restaurant. 🍷 Wine bar shuttered: Foxcroft Food & Wine Bar wrapped up its Birkdale Village location on Oct. 10 after two years, but other locations remain. 🍺 South End says goodbye to Hoppin’: The self-pour taproom on Winnifred Street began winding down operations in October, months after its Rock Hill location closed May 30 following three years in business. 🎃 Late October farewells: Q’s

Charlotte, NC · 3d

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Ask Around North Carolina’s Foothills About Ribs And Folks Send You To This Smokehouse Open Just Three Days A Week

Mention ribs to almost anyone in the North Carolina foothills, and the same answer tends to come back fast. The odd part is that the place they point to keeps its doors shut four days out of every week. Folks plan whole weekends around Thursday, Friday, and Saturday just to...

Rutherford College, NC · 5d

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Lincoln concert series to feature bluegrass band with deep local roots

LINCOLNTON – The Cockman Family from Sherrills Ford will perform a concert Sunday, Nov. 8, as part of the Lincoln County Concert Association series. This popular band has developed a distinct bluegrass gospel style that has gained audiences throughout the Southeast. Their arrangements of old gospel songs have been very popular. Their tight harmonies and original songs have been applauded for their unique sounds.

Lincolnton, NC · 2d

Charlotte Observer

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Southern Living called this stretch of Charlotte road underrated for a food crawl

Southern Living has called South Boulevard “the South’s most underrated food crawl” for its diverse collection of eateries. Here are the restaurants the magazine lauds along the stretch: Coffee and pastries La Greka Coffee Shop Named for an Italian-style moka coffee pot, La Greka is nestled inside a Compare Foods. Panaderia offerings and tacos are available at the counter, along with caffeinated classics. Southern Living recommends the Carribbean Latte, topped with coconut flakes. Vicente Bistro The viennoiserie offers a variety of classic pastries, such as pan au chocolat and ham and cheese croissants, but co-owner Sam Chappelle recommended the coffee rolls — orange-espresso spirals in the style of a cinnamon roll — to Southern Living. The magazine also recommended Sumaq Coffee and Folia , which becomes a cocktail bar in the evenings. Mexican Maria’s Mexican Restaurant Maria’s is woman-owned and colorfully painted with bright, Latin American murals. A recent CharlotteFive article commends it for quality, cheap eats. Southern Living’s article recommends the ramen and tacos, but Maria’s is also well known for birria quesadillas. The magazine also recommended Tacos El Nevado , Compa Tacos , La Lima Sangucheria for bowls and sandwiches, Raíces for Oaxacan and cocktails and The Story

Charlotte, NC · 3d

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The Enormous Flea Market In North Carolina Where $40 Fills Your Whole Car

Somewhere between Gastonia and the South Carolina border, tucked into the honest, hardworking community of Bessemer City, North Carolina, there’s a flea market that will make you question every financial decision you’ve ever made at a regular retail store. The 161 Flea Market is where forty dollars stops...

Bessemer City, NC · 8d

Charlotte Observer

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Incorrect meat storage, flies: Worst Charlotte restaurant inspections in late October

Four restaurants scored lower than 90% during Mecklenburg County sanitation inspections Oct. 23-29. Samoha African Cuisine The restaurant received 85.5% on Oct. 29. Violations included: No certified food protection manager on site No employee health policy on site Incorrect handwashing Raw animal product stored incorrectly Incorrect food cooling procedure No operational thermometer on site Containers stacked wet Equipment cleaning needed The restaurant is located at 602 W. Sugar Creek Rd., Unit 4, in Charlotte. It received one other B in 2021. Greco Fresh Grille The restaurant received 87% on Oct. 29. Violations included: Person in charge unable to answer food safety questions Person in charge not a certified food protection manager Raw animal products stored incorrectly Flies in the kitchen Incorrect cooling procedures Designated mop bucket used for food prep The restaurant is located in Charlotte at 9820 Rea Rd. This is the restaurant’s first B. Spice Charlotte The restaurant received 87% on Oct. 27. Violations included: Employees doing food preparation without hair restraint Incorrect cooling, not enough cooling equipment Incorrect hot holding Incorrect sanitizer concentration The restaurant is located at 515 North Ellis Ln., Ste 101, in Charlotte. This is the restaurant’s first B in the sanitation database. Bradshaw

Charlotte, NC · 8d

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Hear Dolly Parton songs, help Gaston County young readers

A Gaston County concert featuring Dolly Parton songs will raise money to provide free books to local children through Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library. Boots, Belles and Books is scheduled for Nov. 13 at Falls Family Farm, according to a community announcement. Gaston County United Way is hosting the event in partnership with Choice Beverage and Falls Family Farm. Belles, an artist who has performed alongside Parton, will perform Parton covers and other music during the concert.VIP entry begins at 6 p.m. and general admission gates open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets cost $30 per person. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Proceeds will benefit Gaston County United Way’s Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program, which provides free books to children from birth through their 5th birthday. Imagination Library serves 2,272 Gaston County children Gaston County United Way has been a local affiliate of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library since 2004. The organization coordinates local enrollment and helps eligible children receive a free, age-appropriate book by mail each month at no cost to their families. The local program currently provides monthly books to 2,272 children across Gaston County. “Dolly Parton leaves behind a tremendous legacy, and one of the most beautiful

Gaston County, NC · 18h

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South Charlotte Restaurant Inspections (Oct. 29-Nov. 4)

The Mecklenburg County Health Department inspected these food establishments from Oct. 29 to Nov. 4:. • La Sa Son by Winter, 4200 South Blvd. – 92.5. • 800 Degrees Woodfired Kitchen / Bar One Lounge, 6815 Phillips Place Court – 88.5. • Cook Out, 10645 Park Road –...

Charlotte, NC · 2d

Charlotte Observer

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Café serving sweet and savory crêpes heads to South End. When does it open?

Hazelnuts Crêperie’s internationally-inspired treats can soon be found in South End Charlotte. The restaurant is poised to open a new location at 1750 Camden Road, just off West Boulevard, at the Camden Gallery Apartments. Owner Asi Agajan told CharlotteFive he’s aiming for an early 2027 debut. It will mark the crêperie’s second location; the other is on Rea Road in South Charlotte. “We originally started in uptown Charlotte in 2012, where we operated two locations, so we’re especially excited to be returning so close to where it all began,” Agajan said. Hazelnuts Crêperie offers both sweet and savory crêpes alongside espresso drinks from local roaster Enderly Coffee Co . Breakfast options include the “Americana” — made with eggs, cheddar, smoked turkey, avocado, spinach, tomato, red onion and a chipotle aioli. The delicate, French-style pancakes are typically enjoyed as a dessert — and there are plenty of indulgent options on the menu. “The Maple Dream” is topped with butter, powdered sugar and a drizzle of maple syrup. Other treats include the Banana Nutella, Berry Delight and S’mores à la mode. What’s worth trying at Charlotte’s new Wegmans? Go for the sweets and sourdough “We’re not just a dessert or breakfast restaurant,”

Charlotte, NC · 1d

Charlotte Observer

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$2 million Powerball ticket was sold at convenience store near Charlotte

A lottery ticket worth $2 million was told over the weekend at a Sam’s Mart on N.C. 49 in Harrisburg, according to Powerball officials. The $3 Power Play ticket was purchased Saturday (Halloween), and it matched all five numbers on the white balls to win $1 million. “The prize doubled to $2 million when the 2X multiplier came up. The odds of matching numbers on all five white balls are 1 in 11.6 million,” N.C. Education Lottery officials said in a news release. The winning numbers were: 2, 4, 18, 50, 56 . The ticket holder fell short of matching the red ball, which was 20. “Saturday’s drawing also saw a $50,000 winning ticket from Union County. That $2 ticket was purchased at Stallion Monroe on U.S. 74 West in Monroe,” lottery officials said. Winners have 180 days to claim the prize. The jackpot for matching all the numbers currently sits at $835 million, or a cash value of $357.9 million, according to Powerball officials. Harrisburg is in Cabarrus County, about a 15-mile drive northeast from uptown Charlotte. $1 million prize is North Carolina man’s second lottery jackpot win in 4 months $20 NC lottery ticket wins $2 million. Did

Harrisburg, NC · 3d

Charlotte Observer

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A young chef in Charlotte, praised by Michelin, weaves a story worth tasting

The moment a cut of heritage pork belly or the jumbo shrimp hits the pan isn’t the moment the meal begins at The Story of Mi Cariño , the South End restaurant that opened in January. Turn the page back 20-some years, and you’ll see how deep the roots go. After all, the story of chef Hector Gonzalez-Mora and The Story of Mi Cariño are inextricably intertwined. It starts with his childhood memories in Los Angeles. Then his teenage years in Huntersville. And now, the latest chapter — as the 34-year-old winner of the 2026 Michelin Guide American South Young Chef Award , an honor that recognizes chefs with exceptional potential who are already “ making waves .” Gonzalez-Mora is following in the footsteps of culinary royalty. Last year, which was the first time the award was given in the South, the honor went to 22-year-old E.J. Lagasse, who is the youngest chef ever to lead a two Michelin star restaurant, Emeril’s in New Orleans. He’s also the son of superchef Emeril Lagasse. For Gonzalez-Mora, claiming the Young Chef Award in the guide’s second year in North Carolina is no small feat. Neither is landing a new restaurant that’s rooted

Charlotte, NC · 1d

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New $54 Million ‘Oasis Charlotte’ Will Include One of The Largest Botanical Domes in America

Charlotte will soon become home to one of the largest botanical domes in the nation. The new Oasis Wellness Sanctuary will center around a massive 200-foot botanical dome planned for Brookhill Village near South Tryon Street and Remount Road. It will be wider than St. Louis’ 175-foot Climatron, Omaha’s 160-foot Desert Dome, and even EPCOT’s roughly 180-foot Spaceship Earth.

Charlotte, NC · 8d

Charlotte Observer

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‘The Bachelor' to Obama: Remember these moments at Charlotte's EpiCentre?

The former EpiCentre site, now known as Queen City Quarter was purchased by new owners this week . Charlotte commercial real estate firm Lincoln Property Co., Vision Ventures and Hornets Sports & Entertainment announced the joint venture on Tuesday. The site was sold for $27.5 million, the Observer reported this week . The EpiCentre was the “place to be” for many years, playing host to the 2019 NBA All-Star Game, the 2020 Democratic National Convention and multiple celebrations for the Panthers and Hornets. See some of those memories with these photographs from the Observer’s archives:

Charlotte, NC · 18h

Axios Charlotte

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Bora Bora Smoothie Cafe now open in Plaza Midwood

Bora Bora Smoothie Cafe is now open in Plaza Midwood. Why it matters: The new spot near Haraz is one of the latest openings in the neighborhood, joining other new businesses like La Vecina and Postino WineCafe . Context: This is the first North Carolina location for the Michigan-based chain, which is known for its croffles, a croissant smashed waffle sandwich, and over-the-top desserts. What to expect: The large menu features a variety of breakfast and dessert items, including acai bowls, pancakes, crepes and sandwiches. To drink, choose from coffee, tea, smoothies, milkshakes, refreshers and fresh-pressed juices. Stop by: Find Bora Bora at 1226 Central Ave ., next door to Papi Ricko . It's open Sunday 6am-11:30pm, Monday through Thursday 6am-11pm, Friday and Saturday 6am-1am. Go deeper: 83 new businesses that opened in Charlotte in 2026 Inside Bora Bora. Photo: Alexis Clinton/Axios Dubai chocolate at Bora Bora. Photo: Alexis Clinton/Axios Photo: Alexis Clinton/Axios

Charlotte, NC · 1d

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Matthews-Mint Hill Restaurant Inspections (Oct. 29-Nov. 4)

The Mecklenburg County Health Department inspected these food establishments from Oct. 29 to Nov. 4:. • Konark Meat Market, 11328 E. Independence Blvd. – 92.5. • McAlister's Deli, 2217 Matthews Township Pkwy. – 99 • Poke Honolulu, 10416 E. Independence Blvd. – 98.5. • Rack'em Pub &...

Mecklenburg County, NC · 2d