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Will Charlotte's bond money help your neighborhood? We tried to find out

The city of Charlotte has $425 million in general obligation bonds to fund housing, transportation and neighborhood infrastructure projects, thanks to voters approving the measures Nov. 3. It’s the largest bond request the city has ever made. So, what is the money being spent on? Some of the funding is earmarked and identified on the city’s website, but other allocations are described vaguely. And when asked for specific project lists or targeted neighborhoods, the city pointed towards its website and did not provide further context. And by state law , the city doesn’t have to list specific locations of projects. Councilmember Dimple Ajmera said the vagueness stems from a need for flexibility. “Some projects are identified today while others will be selected through a process based on community needs and available opportunities,” Ajmera said. But without a specified list of projects, how can Charlotteans keep track? Charlotte’s 2026 bond referendums City bonds are long-term loans, sometimes 10-year periods, where the debt and the interest are paid back through sales and property taxes, along with other local funding sources. They are the primary way municipalities pay for large-scale projects. Typically, Charlotte requests these bonds every two years and voters historically approve

Charlotte Observer

Will your Charlotte neighborhood trees be clear-cut for billboards? Here's a list

Charlotte and state leaders are requesting that billboard owners put a pause on cutting trees to improve visibility to their signs. The request comes after Adams Outdoor Advertising cut down a 500-foot stretch of trees — perhaps more than 100 trees — to improve visibility of a billboard along U.S. 74 or Independence Boulevard in Plaza Midwood. The tree clearing caused a massive outcry from local businesses owners along Commonwealth Avenue and residents. Business owners said the trees blocked out noise and pollution coming from the highway. There are 40 active permits around Mecklenburg County where Adams Outdoor and Lamar Outdoor either intend to cut trees or have already. The Plaza Midwood site is one of those places. Here’s a list of the active permits that were issued between July 14 and Nov. 2:

Charlotte, NC · 22h

FOX Sports

Charlotte plays Appalachian State after Tillery's 20-point showing

Appalachian State Mountaineers (2-1) at Charlotte 49ers (2-1) BOTTOM LINE: Charlotte hosts Appalachian State after Keyshuan Tillery scored 20 points in Charlotte's 68-62 loss to the Seton Hall Pirates. Charlotte went 11-6 at home a season ago while going 17-17 overall. The 49ers gave up 74.4 points per game while...

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Queen City News

Sheriff McFadden seeks additional funding to increase capacity at the newly reopened Jail North

MECKLENBURG COUNTY (QUEEN CITY NEWS) — Mecklenburg County Sheriff Garry McFadden is asking leaders to provide funding for the next phase of expanding use of Jail North. McFadden met with County Commissioners Tuesday afternoon to provide an update on the reopening. The north Charlotte facility reopened in late September to ease overcrowding by hundreds of […]

Mecklenburg County, NC · 2d

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WBTV leads panel discussion on history, future of embattled Jail North in new special

CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) - Jail North, the Mecklenburg County detention center surrounded by years of controversy, reopened this year -- but at what cost?. The embattled facility, officially titled Detention Center North, reopened in September 2026, to help ease overcrowding at the main Mecklenburg County jail. As Jail North resumes...

Mecklenburg County, NC · 15h

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Publix Opens New Store at Village Commons in Wesley Chapel

Publix opened a new 50,325-square-foot store at Village Commons in Wesley Chapel on Wednesday, Nov. 4, anchoring the shopping center's third and final phase of development. According to a WSOC-TV 9 report, the Wesley Chapel store at 6460 Weddington Road expands Publix's Charlotte region presence to 23 stores in the Charlotte market and three in Union County.

Wesley Chapel, NC · 2d

Charlotte Observer

A mosquito-borne fever is back in the southeast. Is NC at risk?

Floridians are coming down with a tropical mosquito-borne fever at a record rate since the illness’ return to the state in 2009. Almost 4 billion people live in areas where they are at risk of dengue fever — but Americans are generally considered to be at largest risk of travel-associated cases. In 2026, however, Florida has seen an increase in locally contracted cases of dengue fever. At the time of reporting, the Center for Disease Control had documented 598 of just over 1,000 dengue fever cases in Florida in 2026 to be locally transmitted, rather than acquired while traveling. Dengue fever was once considered endemic , or consistently present, in the continental United States, including Florida. In 2009, Florida faced the first dengue outbreak in the state in over 50 years. Dengue fever is a mosquito-borne illness caused by any of four related viruses. It rarely occurs in the continental United States, but is a leading cause of death globally. As the name suggests, it causes high fevers, as well as severe headaches and pain behind the eyes, rash, body pain and even mild bleeding. There is no vaccine available in the United States. Dengue in North Carolina North Carolina

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15 Dog-Owner Routines That Change When Moving From Charlotte Or Raleigh To Rural North Carolina

Moving from Charlotte or Raleigh to rural North Carolina gives your dog a whole new world to sniff. It also changes familiar habits, from quick potty breaks to trips for veterinary care. Country life can be wonderful for dogs, but open space still needs boundaries and planning. A few steady...

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Queen City News

JCSU football team departs for CIAA championship game, vies for second straight conference title

Last season, the Golden Bulls defeated Virginia Union 45-21 to secure JCSU’s first CIAA title since 1969.

Charlotte, NC · 20h

Charlotte Observer

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools reveals how it'll handle finances after top staff leave

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools will turn to an outside consulting firm to help oversee its finances after its chief financial officer retires at the end of December, the district announced Tuesday. CMS has selected HIL Group, a firm that specializes in supporting North Carolina school districts, to provide financial management, budget development and operational support beginning Jan. 1, 2027. The arrangement comes amid significant turnover in district leadership. Chief Financial Officer Kelly Kluttz is one of five members of former Superintendent Crystal Hill’s 10-person cabinet who left or announced plans to leave CMS, as previously reported by The Charlotte Observer. “Our priority is to maintain strong financial oversight, ensure uninterrupted operations, and provide a transparent, cost-conscious solution while the district addresses this critical leadership need,” a news release states. Rather than immediately appointing a new CFO, CMS will designate an existing employee as its statutory finance officer while the consulting firm provides specialized financial support. The employee, whom CMS has not identified, will retain their current duties and will not receive a CFO salary. CMS Chief of Strategy and Innovation Beth Thompson will coordinate budget communications with the school board and public. The initial agreement with HIL Group, formally known as Hurd,

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QCity Metro Dinner Club launches with over 70 participants

On November 5th, over 70 strangers gathered for dinner at 8 different restaurants in Uptown Charlotte. They were part of our first QCity Metro Dinner Club. It's a monthly event series where participants dine with strangers. How it works. Participants start by taking a personality quiz. It asks questions to...

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Charlotte’s Hector Gonzalez-Mora Earns Michelin Guide American South Young Chef Award

Hector Gonzalez-Mora, the 34-year-old executive chef at The Story of Mi Cariño in Charlotte's South End, has been named the 2026 Michelin Guide American South Young Chef Award winner. The honor, presented Oct. 21 at the guide's ceremony in Nashville, Tennessee, recognizes chefs whose talent and potential are already turning heads.

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Morning 3: Charlotte-area driver’s ed company sued over ‘unfair and deceptive’ practices -- and other news

Morning 3 is a quick roundup of stories we think you should know about to start your day. Check out those stories and more below. Charlotte-area driver’s ed company sued over ‘unfair and deceptive’ practices. The state attorney general is suing the company and its owner. Waxhaw...

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West Charlotte Gets Mobile Opioid Treatment Van as Overdose Deaths Spike Among Black and Hispanic Residents

Hajee House Harm Reduction — Scheduled Mobile Treatment Stop. McLeod Centers for Wellbeing is rolling out its first mobile opioid treatment unit in West Charlotte next Monday, November 16, parking at Hajee House Harm Reduction at 2219 Dr. Webber Ave. The nonprofit says the van will carry naloxone and full Opioid Treatment Program services directly to patients who cannot get to its clinics, serving people regardless of their ability to pay or whether they have health insurance.

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Bank of America targets 2027 opening for two-story SouthPark center, with nearby branch to close

Bank of America Corp.⁠ has a permit, contractor, and target date for its new SouthPark⁠ branch.

Charlotte, NC · 7h

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Swastikas Found at Charlotte Park as Rabbi Weighs In

Swastikas turned up at a park in Charlotte, and a local rabbi weighed in alongside a student video. A local rabbi weighed in alongside a student video as swastikas appeared at a Charlotte park, according to WCNC. A Pattern Playing Out Across Charlotte. This is not the only recent instance...

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Queen City News

Colder weather takes hold across the Carolinas Friday; snow hits mountains

A few snow showers or flurries will be possible across the highest elevations of western North Carolina, particularly later Friday and into the evening.

Charlotte, NC · 6h

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