❤️ WOO YOUR BOO: at these Black-owned date night spots around Charlotte. From elevated dinners, to over-the-top desserts and even pottery making, find the perfect date option for you and yours.

Durag Festival is set to return to Charlotte on June 21 with a new location and opportunities for artists to showcase their talents—the annual event, which merges culture, fashion, and creativity, centers its celebrations on the durag.

Springclean, a nonprofit boutique dedicated to reducing waste, has moved to Camp North End in Charlotte. Founded by CT Anderson, it specializes in recycling fashion items and promoting sustainable fashion.

There are lots of live shows coming to Charlotte this month! See who's coming to town and save a date to attend these concerts, comedy shows and more.

According to developers @PeeblesCorp, construction on Brooklyn Village in uptown Charlotte may begin as early as this fall, and residents may move in before 2027. The $1 billion project aims to expand economic opportunities while showcasing diversity.

A black-owned retreat for new moms, Ziva Postpartum Retreat, aims to empower and heal new mothers by offering personalized packages and services. Its founders draw inspiration from postpartum care practices in other countries.

THE GREAT 28: Each Black History Month, we honor 28 Black Charlotteans who are making our city a better place to live, work and play.

Charlotte has many talented stylists, but finding the right braider can be tricky. We compiled a list of braiders throughout Charlotte and included their shop location, price range, their services and a client testimonial. FYI: this is not a full list!

A Black-owned ice cream shop is coming to the Market at 7th Street in Uptown Charlotte this spring. Social Cow Truck will offer a variety of hand-scooped flavors, including banana pudding and lemon crunch. It also has a truck for private events:

Charlotte city officials confirmed on Monday that they do not plan to raise property taxes in the next fiscal budget. The city has begun drafting its fiscal 2025-26 budget, and early indications suggest no tax increase:

Charlotte’s population is set to grow from 3 million in 2024 to 4.6 million by 2050. While this growth could boost business and the labor force, Alphonso Ogbuehi warns it may drive gentrification, putting pressure on communities like the West End:

Dion and Davita Galloway are opening their third business, Cell Therapy, a barbershop and salon, this spring at Kinship West in @campnorthend. Services will include haircuts, hairstyling, braiding, facials, makeup, and more. To read more, click the link

Charlotte Pride’s 25th anniversary will be held at First Ward Park on Aug. 16-17, offering more space for vendors and artists. The parade will follow its usual route on Tryon Street, starting at 9th Street.

Charlotte saw a 3% drop in overall crime in 2024, though violent crimes rose by 3%, according to CMPD. Chief Johnny Jennings linked the increase to the city's growing population. To find out how, click the link:

While Charlotte’s fully plant-based dining scene is still developing, many restaurants offer health-conscious, plant-based options. Whether you are plant-based, vegan, or vegetarian, we have compiled a list of restaurants for you to try:

Looking for ways to celebrate MLK day? Here are a few things to do this weekend to honor Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy: Jan. 18: MLK Day Parade, Jan.19: Bridging Musical Worlds, and Jan. 20: MLK Day 2025: Designing the Future. For more details:

Johnson & Wales University will cover up to 100% of tuition for eligible students starting this fall. Families earning up to $80,000 get full tuition, while those earning up to $200,000 receive 60%. Read here:

A Better World Center opened a literacy lab on Charlotte’s westside on Jan. 10. Funded by grants, it features 60 computers and serves 42 students, aiming to improve literacy in nearby under-resourced Title One schools.

Southern cities do not get a lot of snow, but when we do, there are several things to expect from the cold visitor. We have compiled a list of things to look out for during the event of a snow day (or days)! Click the link to find out what's on the list:

Legacy Martial Arts and Fitness is a new Black-owned fitness studio and is opening soon in Charlotte! It offers personal training, self-defense, and mixed martial arts for all ages, starting at three years old. Read more here: