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Panthers’ Xavier Legette: ‘I can’t have another year like I did last year’
Carolina Panthers wide receiver Xavier Legette “can’t have another year like" 2025. Why he’s so urgent, his relationship with Bryce Young, comparisons to TMac.
Beloved BBQ joint closes restaurant after 10 years. Here’s where its headed next
Mac’s Speed Shop will open a ninth location in Fort Mill, South Carolina, serving slow-smoked barbecue, sides and craft beer with an elevated look.
Vibrio bacteria caused a death in NC last year. Is it safe to eat raw oysters?
Vibrio bacteria in brackish water can contaminate oysters. Read expert advice for Carolinians and which high-risk groups should avoid raw seafood and shellfish.
Wings, mattresses or something else: What should go in Soul Gastrolounge’s old building?
Soul Gastrolounge's vacant Plaza Midwood corner faces rumors of Wild Wing Cafe and Mattress Center. Tell us what you think should occupy Central and Pecan.
Tom Brady ‘struck a nerve’ with Carolina Panthers star CB. It’s easy to see why
Carolina Panthers cornerback Mike Jackson is not worried about 2026 contract year because, unlike Tom Brady, he knows what practice squad lifestyle requires.
NC lawmakers pitch new bill banning use of hemp and kratom for everyone under 21
North Carolina lawmakers introduced a bill to ban sale and possession of hemp- and kratom-derived consumables for anyone under 21, with penalties and ID checks proposed.
New restaurant with empanadas ‘the size of my face’ coming to Historic West End
Big Papa’s Empanadas opens in West End Charlotte this summer, serving half-pound empanadas, tacos, wings and meal prep options.
Swarm of creatures made it seem ‘the ground was moving’ on NC island. See video
Rarely witnessed mass swarming of fiddler crabs recorded at Rachel Carson Reserve on North Carolina coast. Thousands of crabs participated, experts say.
Post Malone, Jelly Roll setlist: Every song played in Charlotte on opening night
Post Malone and Jelly Roll kicked off their 2026 Big Ass Stadium Tour in Charlotte on Tuesday. Here’s every song each artist played at Bank of America Stadium.
Transcript: What DeCarlos Brown Jr. said about Trump during Charlotte light rail hearing
Read the exact remarks DeCarlos Brown Jr. made about Trump, the FBI and pressing charges during his competency hearing in uptown Charlotte federal court.