The Story of Charlotte, Part 9: Radio Signals
After the Roaring ’20s end in Depression, a new form of entertainment lifts the city’s spirits
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In Granddaddy’s Place
One name connects a corner restaurant in Myers Park and a retirement community in south Charlotte
Former Pros Coach High School Teams
Students learn from the best
Heirloom: The Story of a Meal
A raw nut, a chef, and a vision that could transform Charlotte’s food scene
Cracked Crowns 2014
Our annual list of the most awkward, frustrating, and bless-your-heart moments of the year
Fine Tuning: Piano Technician James Baker
Baker, the certified piano technician for Blumenthal Performing Arts, has been perfecting his craft for 27 years. He’s tuned pianos in Charlotte’s private studios, churches, and recording studios, and for famous touring concert pianists. Here, he talks about growing up…
Confessions of an Answering Machine
When we miss phone calls, are we really missing much?
From North Carolina to Bangladesh
What happened when the textiles left, and will they ever return?
Panthers Preview: Cam (?) vs. Johnny
The Panthers won't know until later this week if Cam Newton will be able to play Sunday, but everyone knows about the quarterback they'll be facing.
Dad Derek Anderson Gets His Second Start
The Panthers' playoff hopes rest on the arm of their backup quarterback, who has already beaten the Bucs this season.
Cam Newton Returns, Sore But Smiling
Just two days after he survived an accident heading into work, Panthers quarterback Cam Newton was back in the office.
Video: Scene of Car Accident Involving Cam Newton (Plus: 911 Audio)
Cam Newton was injured in a wreck Tuesday on Church Street. Charlotte magazine blogger Bill Voth was at the scene shortly after the accident and is posting updates on his website, Black and Blue Review. Here’s a video from Church Street, shortly…
12 Questions: Rookie Trai Turner
The Panthers offensive tackle will travel to play his hometown Saints for the first time this weekend.
Seeing If the Kids Can Play
As the Panthers head into the final stretch of what has become a lost season, they have at least one eye on the future.
Panthers Face Freezing Matchup
There is no snow in the forecast for the Panthers' trip to Minneapolis this weekend, but it will be the second-coldest game in franchise history.
Panthers Remain Positive
It sounds like typical rah-rah talk, but it's Ron Rivera's job to make the Panthers believe they can make the playoffs, even if you don't.
Charlottean of the Year 2014 (Volunteer): Rick McDermott
He gets up earlier than most other people. He goes to bed later than most other people. And in the hours in between, he spends his life giving to other people
Charlottean of the Year 2014 (Philanthropy): Six Charities Worth Your Dollar
This is a generous city. A recent study in the Chronicle of Philanthropy ranked the Charlotte metro area ninth among large American cities for the percentage of income its residents give to charity. But how do you know where to give? Start here. These groups provide healthy food, mentoring, after-school tutoring, and help paying the bills
Bye Week Plans
The Panthers have played a game every week since early September, and perhaps some time off will help them win a game for the first time since early October.
Charlottean of the Year 2014 (Public Service): Anne Tompkins
She prosecuted the mayor. She investigated Saddam Hussein’s regime. She can be stern. But for Anne Tompkins, bringing justice brings her joy
Charlottean of the Year 2014 (Sports): BB&T Ballpark
IT WAS JUST a city block, west and east and north and south of other city blocks, until the summer of 2014, when people showed up night after night, 687,715 of them in all by season’s end—the best attendance in…
The Story of Charlotte, Part 8: Like the Wild, Wild West
During the early 1900s, Charlotte becomes the largest city in the state. Skyscrapers, some as tall as 11 stories, form the first skyline. But growth also brings disease, class wars, and gunfire on city streets
Charlottean of the Year 2014 (Arts): Hugh McColl
As he closes in on 80 years old, a banking legend continues to show Charlotte the way
Searching for Something
From the executive editor
Honey, the Baby Shrunk Our World
I thought I knew Charlotte, and then I had a kid here
Skyline View: An Abigail Jones Mural
ON THE CORNER of Pecan Avenue and Bay Street is a redbrick building that’s home to a fourth-generation construction business. Unlike some of its neighbors in Elizabeth, Foard Construction Co. is set back from the road and does not have…
Exploring Ridesharing: Uber, Lyft, and Yellow Cab of Charlotte
Bankers. Bar-hoppers. Drug runners? As the holiday party season approaches, one writer sets out to explore the new world of ridesharing
Coming Home
After four years, three states, and countless struggles, one couple is finally married
