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Queen City Adding Another Shack Shack
Shake Shack Inc., the popular restaurant chain, will soon open its sixth location in the area at Charlotte Premium Outlets, says WSOC. Set to debut in 2025, the new Shake Shack will be situated near the Saks Off Fifth entrance and will feature its signature modern “roadside” burger stand experience.
Hornets should be copying Nets after Killian Hayes signing
The Charlotte Hornets are going to try to push for the playoffs next year, but if they were to sneak in, it would likely be via the Play-In Tournament, and that seems like the ceiling for this group. And that’s okay. They are still a very young team, and...
'There's just no one coming out' | Business owners in Camp North End concerned about lack of foot traffic
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — In recent months, business owners in Charlotte's Camp North End have expressed concern over the lack of foot traffic. Fewer customers visiting the area have business owners asking where's the money. The chime at the door at Wentworth & Fenn is a small reminder they're open...
Two More Charlotte Breweries To Close This Weekend
CHARLOTTE, NC — Restaurants, coffee shops and breweries, Charlotte has plenty of them. There’s almost 40 breweries in the city, but there will be two less after this weekend. A weekly Friday tradition for Mike Moriarty and his family at Devil’s Logic Brewing. Some stories, a few laughs,...
Charlotte airport workers sometimes walk on a busy road to get to their cars. They say it's because employee shuttles take too long
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Workers at Charlotte Douglas International Airport are risking their safety and time just to get home from work. While there are buses to shuttle employees to and from the employee lot, many choose to walk on the busy parkway due to long wait times. Employees run...
Man couldn’t wait to get his first task after an inmate told him he could get him a job as a professional killer for the mob, instead decided to go on his own killing spree; sentenced
Charlotte, N.C. – According to the court documents, the 44-year-old defendant, later identified as Quinsy, was sentenced to life in prison (without the possibility of parole) after he killed 44-year-old DaIe and 22-year-old Jedidah in 2002. Prosecutors say the defendant is already serving a life sentence (without the possibility of parole) for two other killings. He also killed 53-year-old Rlchard and 29-year-old Robbert.
Warriors steal Brandon Miller from Hornets in 5-Year NBA Re-Draft
The Bleacher Report staff recently conducted a five-year NBA re-draft, and the Charlotte Hornets weren’t able to keep their core together, as Brandon Miller was picked 18th overall by the Golden State Warriors. The order of the draft was based on every team’s regular-season record over the course of...
Mother ‘just made a careIess mistake’ by leaving her two children in a hot vehicle for nearly 7 hours to die so she could go and gambIe; sentenced
Charlotte, N.C. – According to the court documents, the young mom, later identified as Launica, was sentenced to nearly 10 years behind bars for her role in her children’s death. The woman reportedly left her children, 2-year-old Trinitty and 3-year-old Amera, in her vehicle for nearly 7 hours so she can do and gambIe. When she exited the caslno, the woman realized that her children were unresponsive and she took the to the hospital.
Buncombe, Asheville property transfers for July 3-10
Sales filed in Buncombe County for July 3-10: Asheville 191 Elk Mountain Scenic Highway, $145,000, Ralph Coleman Hedden and Carole Rickard Hedden to Judy Hammouri59 Gay St., $398,000, Immobilia LLC to B and B Limited LLC3 Fourth St., $75,000, Carol Ann McLaughlin to Hi-Alta Investments LLC1006 Columbine Road, $1,175,000, Patrick Burgess and Jennifer Burgess...
A taste of Paris: Amelie’s French Bakery offering Olympic-themed dessert box
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (QC Life) - Add something sweet to your Olympic watch party with this bakery’s Olympic box. Summer Marquez, general manager at Amelie’s French Bakery, joined us this afternoon to talk about the Olympic box Amelie’s is offering. The Olympic box includes a variety of French...
WCC welcomes fall 2024 Respiratory Therapy students
WILKESBORO — Wilkes Community College is pleased to welcome the following fall 2024 Respiratory Therapy students: Kayleigh Bitner, Wilkes County; Brooke Bowlin, Wilkes County; Sterling Bracero, Ashe County; Britney Carmona-Salazar, Wilkes County; Taylor Combs, Surry County; Brittany Escobar, Wilkes County; Andrea Gilley, Surry County; Samantha Guerrero, Wilkes County; Adrienne Hamby, Wilkes County; Jadyn Haynes, Yadkin County; Anna Hernandez, Wilkes County; Bethany Karina Jarvis-Hernandez, Wilkes County; Ashley Hill, Yadkin County; RyleeAnn Poplin, Wilkes County; Estafani Ramirez, Wilkes County; Lynzee Seats, Yadkin County; Belvia Shore, Surry County; Morgan Strelko, Wilkes County; Carley Watson, Caldwell County; and Sydney Whitaker, Surry County. ...
10th Anniversary Being Celebrated by Tryon International
Tryon – For horse enthusiasts, The Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort is the place to visit. It has become a global equestrian destination. If you haven’t had a chance to visit before, the Center will certainly be a surprise for its amazing campus and activities available for all ages. For more information, just go to www.resort.tryon.com.
Hillbilly Jam features cars, crafts and moonshine at Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
MAGGIE VALLEY, N.C. (WLOS) — The annual Hillbilly Jam kicks off on Friday, July 26, at the Maggie Valley Festival Grounds. Organizers say the event features a variety of local entertainment, food, crafts, car and bike shows and moonshiners. James Hatfield, of the original Hatfield's and McCoy's, and the...
Elevated bacteria levels found in French Broad River; public urged to avoid water for now
ASHEVILLE, N.C. (WLOS) — Environmental non-profit Mountain True urges people to avoid swimming in the French Broad River at this time. People are advised to hold off from getting in the water for 24 to 48 hours, or until the water is less muddy. Samples show high bacteria levels...
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