Downtown Kannapolis keeps growing. Why national developers want to add to that growth
A statue of Kannapolis’ most famous native son, Dale Earnhardt, stands in the Dale Earnhardt Tribute Plaza dedicated to him, ...
Disappointed in Elite Eight loss, Duke sets sights on next year: ‘Definitely within our reach’
The Blue Devils, with one expected departure, believe it has everything it needs to reach a Final Four. It’s going to use ...
Charlotte: Where your neighbor definitely saw you take out the trash, a new survey says
Ever feel like you’re being watched? You’re not alone. A new survey ranks Charlotte high for nosy neighbors. Tell us your ...
Covenant Day baseball moves up in The Observer’s Sweet 16 poll, continues record start
Led by nine seniors, and three really strong pitchers, Covenant Day baseball is 12-1, climbing the Sweet 16 poll. And the ...
Secret for Charlotte Knights’ pristine field? Start with the NC native in charge of it
He manages the field on one of the “nicest fields in all of baseball.” That quoted description is Rajkowski’s, but the ...
Can KJ Simpson take advantage of opportunity filling in for Hornets’ star LaMelo Ball?
Charlotte’s rookie guard made his seventh start of the season in the Hornets’ 98-94 loss to the New Orleans Pelicans on ...
Panthers brass doesn’t want to settle: Competition, depth are among offseason goals
The Carolina Panthers have been burned by underdeveloped talent and injuries over the past several years, and the current ...
A new Indian Trail restaurant is serving up halal shawarma, kabobs and more
If you’re looking for a go-to Mediterranean spot in Indian Trail, The Valley Grill is the move. Near the Sun Valley movie theater, it’s one of those places where you’ll leave stuffed but still have ...
Homelessness is on the rise in Mecklenburg. The response remains a work in progress
A Home for All’ initiative seeks to reduce homelessness and increase housing stability, but as the plan begins both problems are getting worse in the county.
ACC announces Friday night football schedule. Is the league stepping on NC high schools?
The ACC announced a league-record 12 football games to be played on Friday nights in the fall. Is the league encroaching on high school football?
UPDATE: Prepare for strong thunderstorms in Ashe and Alleghany counties early Monday morning
An updated report from the NWS Blacksburg VA was issued on Monday at 4:47 a.m. for strong thunderstorms until 5:15 a.m. for ...
Record Charlotte area grocery sales topped $10.4B last year. One store was clear favorite
Matthews, NC-based grocery store chain Harris Teeter is the runner-up behind retail giant Walmart capturing the grocery ...