Triple C Folk Festival this weekend
Jim Avett headlines inaugural event
Breaking Down the Dan River Coal Ash Spill
Tens of thousands of tons of potentially hazardous waste are sloshing into a water source. Where's the alarm?
The Dan River coal ash spill is a reminder of the threat—unregulated and constant—the Charlotte region faces.
This Weekend in Charlotte (2/5/14): Frank Caliendo, Angélique Kidjo, Vanessa Carlton, and the Improvised Shakespeare Company
Frank Caliendo's 30 for 30 mockumentary on Richard Sherman arrived just in time for the Super Bowl. Now, the talented comedian-impressionist comes to the Queen City for four shows at the Charlotte Comedy Zone. Hear Caliendo tackle the voices of figures in and out of the world of sports, William Shatner and Robin Williams among them. Check out that 30…
Fear, Loathing and Rezoning
Planned growth vs. NIMBY on Weddington Road: A vision of Charlotte's future
The City Council prepares to vote on an affordable housing complex that augurs the next big conflict in Charlotte’s growth.
Matrimony: To Have And To Hold
First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes the banjo and drums and harmonies and Charlotte’s next best music hope. But Matrimony sings much more than love songs
First comes love, then comes marriage, then comes the banjo and drums and harmonies and Charlotte’s next best music hope. But Matrimony sings much more than love songs
NC Brewers and Music Festival expands to two nights
Greensky Bluegrass headlines 2014 event; tickets on sale Jan. 15
Pat McCrory’s Unemployment Fable
The governor spins a dog-whistle story with no basis in reality but lots of oomph for the xenophobic
Until the governor and legislature turned off the spigot, people were moving to North Carolina to leech off our bleeding-heart unemployment benefits. Riiiiiight.
Quick Pours: All Ale to the Queen Tickets on Sale, Olde Mecklenburg’s Fat Boy Release/Bottle Share and Charlotte Beercast Teams Up with NoDa Brewing
A look at upcoming events in the Charlotte craft beer community
The Weekday Roundup (Jan. 6-9): Find Your Muse, Hedwig, and The Other Place
Jessie Felix PhotographyJeff Johnston (left) and Marla Brown unravel a medical mystery in The Other Place at CAST. The first full week of Charlotte is marked by live music, dancing, and a few new theatrical productions to check out. We’ll begin the week at the Evening Muse, where the “Find Your Muse” open mic night features a Jacksonville singer-songwriter. And…
Jay Z Delights Fans at Charlotte Concert After-Party (Photos and Video)
The hip-hop mogul gave plenty of face time at party he hosted at Label nightclub on Saturday
The hip-hop mogul gave plenty of face time at party he hosted at Label nightclub on Saturday.
The Lady Down the Hall
How an ugly process produced a solid choice for county manager
She’s the product of a fumbling search that took forever, but Dena Deorio is a good pick for Mecklenburg County manager.
Bah Humbug: That Christmas Jammies Video You Keep Watching Is An Ad
A family from Raleigh created a YouTube video that went viral. Does it matter that it's a plug for a production company?
A family from Raleigh created a YouTube video that went viral. Does it matter that it’s a plug for a production company?
This Week In Bizarro Panther Land
Terrible dancing, Harry Potter references and ice sculpture punnery in six glorious days
Terrible dancing, Harry Potter references and ice sculpture punnery in six glorious days.
Nelson Mandela, Jesse Helms And The Way Things Used To Be
North Carolina's late Senator No tried to stop an anti-apartheid bill
North Carolina’s late Senator No tried to stop an anti-apartheid bill.
Mike Birbiglia Headed for Knight Theater
Tickets for March 29 show on sale today
Tickets for March 29 show on sale today
'An Economy, Economically …'
An uninspiring start for Charlotte's new mayor
Patrick Cannon’s first speech as Charlotte’s mayor was a bland porridge of clichés and generalities. Will his administration be the same way?
The Battle of Lake Norman
In House District 98, two female candidates from opposite ends of the spectrum
Two women with very different styles and beliefs file to run for Thom Tillis’s N.C. House seat.
Charlotte Beer Babes team up with NoDa Brewing for Sweet Notations
This sweet potato porter will be released at the brewery Tuesday
The Weekday Roundup (Nov. 18-21): Modern Mondays, Hanson, and more
Jim Brickman and a screening of The Visitor round out picks
Jim Brickman and a screening of The Visitor round out picks
Winter releases from Olde Mecklenburg, NoDa, Birdsong and Triple C
Keep warm with these local offerings (and yes, there’s a Cold Mountain update, too)
Broadway's NEWSIES headed for Charlotte
Tony-winning Disney production slated for U.S. tour
Tony-winning Disney production slated for U.S. tour
Scenes From a Pearl Jam Show, Senate Race
The critical '14 U.S. Senate race in N.C. is beginning to emit steam
The Koch brothers’ group funds anti-Hagan ad; more money; Tillis at … Pearl Jam?
Releasing Pearl Jam
Our executive editor reflects on his history with the band
Our executive editor reflects on his history with the band
Electoral Ambien
In a spirited Charlotte mayoral race, Cannon, Peacock spar over taxes, infrastr ... zzzzzzzzz
The Charlotte mayoral race this year is pretty important — not that you’d know it from a tepid, timid campaign
