MLS# 3924122. Charlotte averaged 1.65 cars per household in 2016, compared to a national average of 1.8. As of 2020, Charlotte was considered as a Gamma + level global city by the GaWC. For some, a Charlotte visit feels incomplete without experiencing the fervor of NASCAR at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. In December 2002, Charlotte and much of central North Carolina were hit by an ice storm that resulted in more than 1.3million people losing power. Other stations serving the Charlotte market include Fox affiliate WJZY 46 in Belmont,[405] UNC-TV/PBS member station WUNG-TV 58 in Concord, independent station WAXN-TV 64 (a sister to WSOC-TV) in Kannapolis, and two stations in Rock Hill, South Carolina: MyNetworkTV affiliate WMYT-TV 55 (a sister to WJZY) and PBS member station WNSC-TV 30. WebCharlotte is home to the corporate headquarters of Bank of America, Truist Financial, and the east coast headquarters of Wells Fargo, which along with other financial institutions has made it the second-largest banking center in the United States. The law school offered the Juris Doctor degree but the Bar association rescinded the accreditation in 2017. [303] The original Hornets NBA franchise was established in 1988 as an expansion team,[304] but it relocated to New Orleans, Louisiana in 2002 after animosity grew between the team's fans and principal owner George Shinn. [324] In 2021, Charlotte hosted the ACC baseball tournament. ", "Charlotte looks beyond financial sector in effort to become 'energy capital', "New plaza in Uptown Charlotte to become Duke energy's corporate headquarters", "Overview Energy Production & Infrastructure Center", "Why Charlotte is such a popular destination for tech companies", "Words out, How Charlotte is becoming a hot tech town", "Charlotte ranked as the No. Farmers from miles around would bring cotton to the railroad platform in Uptown. There are still big pockets of outages down in south Charlotte early Friday morning, as well as The department consists of approximately 1,700 sworn law enforcement officers, 550 civilian personnel, and more than 400 volunteers. [152] Charlotte is home to ~28,000 Catholics. In 2020, the average cost for a home in Charlotte was $273,500. [228] In October 2022 XPO Logistics has spun off RXO into a separate company that is a truckload brokerage. He wrote that Charlotte was "a hornet's nest of rebellion", leading to the nickname "The Hornet's Nest". [107][108][109][110][111][112], The 120acre Park Road Park is a prominent landmark near the SouthPark area. WebHousing Innovations: House Charlotte ADU Program: City of Charlotte Launches New Community Newsletter: Eight Emerging Insights on the State of Charlotte-Mecklenburgs Culture: City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services Collection Schedule for Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday: Future of Charlotte: Housing & Jobs Summit: Fast Five with Chief Reginald Johnson Males had a median income of $38,767 versus $29,218 for females. [42] A second nickname derives from the American Revolutionary War, when British commander General Charles Cornwallis, 1st Marquess Cornwallis occupied the city but was driven out by hostile residents. Welcome to the GREAT OAKS Community! [177] Charlotte has also all drawn international attention from banks, in August 2022 UK based The Bank of London announced it will be leasing 40,000 square feet (3,716m2) in 101 Independence Center to house the 350 jobs they're creating in Charlotte by 2026. [172][173][174] USAA occupies 90,000 square feet (8,400m2) in The Square which is located in South End to house 500 employees. [136] The combined statistical area, or trade area, of CharlotteConcordGastonia, NCSC had a population of 2,728,933. WebWEATHER. [34][35] Lake Wylie and Mountain Island Lake are two smaller man-made lakes located near the city. [76], Charlotte has 199neighborhoods radiating in all directions from Uptown. Many veins of gold were found in the area throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries, leading to the 1837 founding of the Charlotte Mint. From top to bottom, left to right: Charlotte skyline, The Queen City, The QC, CLT, The Hornet's Nest, Early history through American Revolution. Located in the western part of Mecklenburg County is the U.S.National Whitewater Center, which consists of man-made rapids of varying degrees, and is open to the public year-round. [21][22], Charlotte is home to the corporate headquarters of Bank of America, Truist Financial, and the east coast headquarters of Wells Fargo, which along with other financial institutions has made it the second-largest banking center in the United States. There are still big pockets of outages down in south Charlotte early Friday morning, as well as In 2020, the average cost for a home in Charlotte was $273,500. Charlotte was selected in 2011 to host the 2012 Democratic National Convention, which was held at the Spectrum Center. The median income for a household in the city was $48,670, and the median income for a family was $59,452. Official records for Charlotte kept October 1878 to August 1948 at downtown and at Charlotte-Douglas Int'l since September 1948. With an annual average temperature of 61.5 degrees and the annual average precipitation of 43 inches distributed evenly throughout the year, weather in the Queen City is fair and mild. Charlotte is the major center of the U.S.motorsports industry, housing the US's only Formula One team, Haas F1,[212][213] multiple teams and offices of NASCAR, the NASCAR Hall of Fame, and Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord. Measured by control of assets, Charlotte became the second largest banking headquarters in the United States after New York City. For some, a Charlotte visit feels incomplete without experiencing the fervor of NASCAR at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. [298][299][300] The Panthers have been located in Charlotte since the team's creation in 1995, and the current Hornets franchise has been located in Charlotte since its creation in 1988 (with the exception of the 2002-03 and 2003-04 seasons). [124] Official record temperatures range from 104F (40C) recorded six times, most recently from June 29 to July 1, 2012, down to 5F (21C) recorded on January 21, 1985, the most recent of three occasions. May 20, the traditional date of the signing of the declaration, is celebrated annually in Charlotte as "MecDec", with musket and cannon fire by reenactors in Independence Square. They still contributed greatly to the early foundations of the region. The national average was 8.7 percent in 2016. [160][161] The nation's second largest financial institution by total assets, Bank of America, calls the city home. [450] I-485 has a total circumference of approximately 67mi (108km). [4] The film made its world premiere at the 2021 Toronto International Film Festival on September 13, 2021. [234][235][236], In 2013, Forbes named Charlotte among its list of Best Places for Business and Careers. [437], CATS' rail arm, LYNX Rapid Transit Services, comprises two lines as of fall 2020. Last years hottest market, Tampa, fell out of the top 10 this year. This was completed in 1905 with the opening of the Brevard Street Library for Negroes, an independent library in Brooklyn, a historically black area of Charlotte, on the corner of Brevard and East Second Streets (now Martin Luther King Boulevard). We know you're curious about the community and how it functions. [452][453] The airport handled just over 50 million travellers in 2019, as well as many domestic and international carriers including Air Canada, Lufthansa, and Volaris. Winter is welcoming, spring and fall are transformative, and summer is sunny and bright. [54] The Charlotte Mint was active until 1861, when Confederate forces seized it at the outbreak of the Civil War. The western portion of New Hanover split into Bladen County in 1734, and its western portion split into Anson County in 1750. All locations provide free access to Internet-enabled computers and WiFi, and a library card from one location is accepted at all 20 locations.[293]. Winters are cool, with a normal January daily mean temperature of 42.1F (5.6C). [408], Hospitals in Charlotte include Atrium Health Mercy,[410] Atrium Health Pineville,[411] Atrium Health University City,[412] Carolinas ContinueCare Pineville,[413] Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center[414] / Levine Children's, Novant Health Charlotte Orthopedic Hospital,[415] Novant Health Hemby Children's Hospital,[416] and Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center. Better grab a pen; these parts of city life arent to be missed. Charlotte, city, seat (1774) of Mecklenburg county, south-central North Carolina, U.S. Later the same day, he resigned as mayor. [374][375][376], UNC Charlotte is the city's largest university. It lies just east of the Catawba River in the Piedmont region. In 2019, the U.S. Census Bureau estimates showed 885,708 residents living within Charlotte's city limits[135] and 1,093,901 in Mecklenburg County. The CMPD has law enforcement jurisdiction in both the city of Charlotte and the few unincorporated areas left in Mecklenburg County. [402] Raycom Sports is also headquartered in Charlotte.[403][404]. Further apportionment was made in 1792, after the American Revolutionary War, with Cabarrus County formed from Mecklenburg. The 1903 state charter also required that a library be opened for the disenfranchised African-American population of Charlotte. Charlotte, Cleveland, and Pittsburgh top this years list. Contents 1 Plot 2 Cast 3 Production 3.1 Development 4 Release 5 Reception [126], As of 2020[update], the Charlotte metropolitan area as a whole is noted for having one of the worst weather radar gaps among any major U.S. East Coast city, with little to no coverage in a roughly quadrilateral area spanning Concord, Salisbury and much The Midwest entered Zillows list of hottest housing markets as a rival to the previously dominant Sun Belt. [382] On March 24, 2021, it was announced Wake Forest School of Medicine would expand a 20-acre campus in Charlotte by 2024. The Charlotte Observer is here to answer your questions about the city and surrounding area. [279][280], Breakaway Music Festival is a music festival which takes place at the NC Music Factory and consists of hip hop and electronic music artists and DJs. In September 2022, that average cost had risen to $420,000 which is a 53% increase. [334][335] Charlotte has participated in 11 NCAA men's basketball tournaments, 14 NCAA men's soccer tournaments, and the football team participated in their first bowl game in 2019 just six years after starting their program. While not a true declaration of independence from British rule, it is among the first such declarations that eventually led to the American Revolution. [319], Over the years, Charlotte has hosted many international, collegiate, and professional sporting events. Out of the total population, 13.8% of those under the age of 18 and 9.7% of those 65 and older were living below the poverty line. Duke Energy crews are spread out across the area working to restore power, making a lot of progress overnight. Most African Americans in Charlotte are Baptists affiliated with the National Baptist Convention, the largest predominantly African American denomination in the United States. Bulla Gastrobar joins the Charlotte community with a contemporary spin on traditional Spanish tapas, an imaginative cocktail program, and an energetic atmosphere with extensive indoor and outdoor seating. Graves, William, and Heather A. Smith, eds. Contents 1 Plot 2 Cast 3 Production 3.1 Development 4 Release 5 Reception Come Play! MEDIC received over 146,000 calls in 2017 and transported over 112,000 patients in Mecklenburg County. White used it in the classic childrens novel Charlottes Web. Welcome to the GREAT OAKS Community! [181][182][183] In November 2018, Honeywell moved its corporate headquarters to Charlotte. Forty-three fire stations are strategically scattered throughout Charlotte to provide a reasonable response time to emergencies in the city limits. [56], In 1910, Charlotte surpassed Wilmington to become North Carolina's largest city with 34,014 residents. [440], The bulk of CATS ridership is derived from its extensive bus network, which has its main hub at the Charlotte Transportation Center in Uptown, which also connects to the Blue and Gold lines. Nicknamed the Queen City, Charlotte and its resident county are named in honor of Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, the queen consort of British King WebCharlotte's Historical City Tour 339 Bus Tours from $38.00 per adult Queen City Ghosts of Charlotte Chilling Haunted Dark History Ghost Tour 19 Walking Tours from $30.00 per adult LIKELY TO SELL OUT* Original Charlotte Brewery Tour - Craft Beer Experience 22 Bus Tours from $115.00 per adult 2022 Historic Uptown Neighborhood Segway Tour of Charlotte [322][323] The city has also been the host many ACC men's basketball tournaments most recently in 2019. The Panthers and Charlotte FC play their home games in Bank of America Stadium, while the Hornets play in the Spectrum Center. [379], Pfeiffer University has a satellite campus in Charlotte. Nicknamed the "Queen City",[41] like its county a few years earlier, Charlotte was named in honor of German princess Charlotte of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, who had become the Queen Consort of Great Britain and Ireland in 1761, seven years before the town's incorporation. Note: the US Census treats Hispanic/Latino as an ethnic category. It is located several miles east of the Catawba River and southeast of Lake Norman, the largest man-made lake in North Carolina. The church has over 15,000 congregants at nine Charlotte locations. Three years later, a jeweler determined it was nearly solid gold, paying the family a paltry $3.50. [217] In the region there are more than 240companies directly tied to the energy sector, collectively employing more than 26,400. [438] The CityLYNX Gold Line streetcar, Phase 1 of which opened in 2015, is under Phase 2 construction as of fall 2020. Partnering educational organizations include UNC Charlotte and Rowan-Cabarrus Community College, from the Charlotte region, as well as Appalachian State University, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Duke University, University of North Carolina at Greensboro, North Carolina A&T State University, Shaw University, North Carolina Central University and North Carolina State University. From brewery-heavy art districts to historical corridors dripping in charm, consider Charlotte a crowd pleaser. [427][428], Charlotte has a municipal waste system consisting of trash pickup, water distribution, and waste treatment. Mecklenburg County was formed from Anson County in 1762. Voluntary buyouts of 700 households have created around 200 acres of open land that can flood safely, thereby saving an estimated $28 million in flood damage and emergency rescues. In total, Charlotte proper has over 700 places of worship. It began in 1978 and since then has become one of Charlotte's largest cultural events. Located in nearby Davidson, North Carolina is Davidson College. In August 2015 and September 2016, the city experienced several days of protests related to the police shootings of Jonathan Ferrell and Keith Scott. [274], The Yiasou Greek Festival is a Greek Festival. Other Christian affiliates include Pentecostals (2.50%), Lutherans (1.30%), Episcopalians (1.20%), Latter-Day Saints (0.84%), and other Christian (8.87%) churches, including the Eastern Orthodox and non-denominational congregations. Central Piedmont Community College is the largest community college in the Carolinas, with more than 70,000 students each year and 6 campuses throughout the Charlotte-Mecklenburg region. [151] St. Matthew Parish, located in the Ballantyne neighborhood, is the largest Catholic parish with over 30,000 parishioners. [117], The urban section of Little Sugar Creek Greenway was completed in 2012. Duchess Sophie Charlotte Augustine in Bavaria (23 February 1847 4 May 1897) was a granddaughter-in-law of King Louis Philippe of France, the favourite sister of Empress Elisabeth of Austria and fiance of King Ludwig II of Bavaria Life. Jan 12, 2023. Charlotte has historically been a Protestant city. [314][315] Since 1999, the Knights has been the Triple-A Affiliate of the Chicago White Sox. The northern half of the city is in the 12th District, represented by Democrat Alma Adams. 2 U.S. banking center. [337], Charlotte has a council-manager form of government. From brewery-heavy art districts to historical corridors dripping in charm, consider Charlotte a crowd pleaser. Charlotte, city, seat (1774) of Mecklenburg county, south-central North Carolina, U.S. WebWEATHER. Stay up to date on local business, sports, crime, politics, arts, culture, and more. WebFrom thrilling adventures to moving artistic performances, family play dates and magnetic nightlife, Charlotte holds something for everyone. It was already on the wane in 1952 when E.B. It lies just east of the Catawba River in the Piedmont region. [342] Mayor Pro Tem Michael Barnes served as Acting Mayor until April 7, when the City Council selected State Senator Dan Clodfelter, also a Democrat, to serve the remainder of Cannon's term. [150], Charlotte's Cathedral of Saint Patrick is the seat of the bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte, the head of which is Rev. the expected highest and lowest temperature readings at any point during the year or given month) calculated based on data at said location from 1991 to 2020. [148], The Advent Christian Church is headquartered in Charlotte. [308] The name change became official on May 20, 2014. [28][29][30][31][32][33], Charlotte has a humid subtropical climate. [97][98][99], The large area known as Southeast Charlotte is home to many golf communities, luxury developments, churches, the Jewish community center, and private schools. The philanthropist Andrew Carnegie donated $25,000 for a library building, on the condition that the city of Charlotte donate a site and $2,500 per year for books and salaries,[295] and that the state grant a charter for the library. Local promotors began building textile factories, starting with the 1881 Charlotte Cotton Mill that still stands at Graham and 5th streets. [159], Charlotte is the second-largest banking center in the United States, after New York City. For other uses, see. Queen Charlotte was the mother of fifteen children and a patron of Mozart and Bach. Although the library's roots go back to the Charlotte Literary and Library Association, founded on January 16, 1891,[294] the state-chartered Carnegie Library, which opened on the current North Tryon site of the Main Library, was the first non-subscription library opened to members of the public in the city of Charlotte. Kratt, Mary Norton and Mary Manning Boyer. [310] MLS awarded its expansion team to Charlotte in 2019, which began play as Charlotte FC in 2022. Bulla Gastrobar joins the Charlotte community with a contemporary spin on traditional Spanish tapas, an imaginative cocktail program, and an energetic atmosphere with extensive indoor and outdoor seating. Save on Your Next Brewery Adventure with the Charlotte Brew Badge MORE INFO THINGS TO DO See All Shopping A Guide to Shopping in Charlotte 1. [a] The average window for freezing temperatures is November 5 through March 30, allowing a growing season of 220 days. Na linha de sucesso pelo comando do trono britnico, as duas crianas esto atrs do pai, William, e do irmo mais velho, George, de 9. WebCharlotte is nestled between two lakes, Lake Norman and Lake Wylie, both accessible in under an hour by car for boating, swimming and fishing. The mayor is exofficio chair of the City Council, and only votes in case of a tie. Charlotte, city, seat (1774) of Mecklenburg county, south-central North Carolina, U.S. The Reed Gold Mine operated until 1912. [281], Heroes Convention is an annual comic book convention held in June at the Charlotte Convention Center. [27], Among Charlotte's notable attractions, some of the most popular include the Carolina Panthers (NFL), the Charlotte Hornets (NBA), Charlotte FC (MLS), the NASCAR Hall of Fame, the Charlotte Ballet, Children's Theatre of Charlotte, Mint Museum, Harvey B. Gantt Center, Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, the Billy Graham Library, Levine Museum of the New South, Charlotte Museum of History, Carowinds amusement park, and the U.S. National Whitewater Center. 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It derived from Charlot, a French diminutive of Charles meaning "little Charles," and the name of Charlemagnes son in French literature and legend. In 1770, surveyors marked the streets in a grid pattern for future development. [85][86] NoDa (North Davidson), north of Uptown, is an emerging center for arts and entertainment. ft. house located at 2600 Century Oaks Ln, Charlotte, NC 28262 sold for $358,000 on Jan 17, 2023. Numerous residential units continue to be built uptown, including over 20 skyscrapers under construction, recently completed, or in the planning stage. Democrats control the council with a 9-to-2 advantage, winning all 4 of the at-large seats in the November 2013, 2015, and 2017 municipal elections. [288] The Charlotte Zoo initiative is a proposal to allocate 250 acres (101ha) of natural North Carolina land to be dedicated to the zoological foundation, which was incorporated in 2008. In 2019, the event attracted 200,000 people to Uptown Charlotte. We know you're curious about the community and how it functions. There are few notable expansions in the last 10 years that have help to create Charlotte as a logistics hub. Charlotte is also served by both Greyhound and low-cost curbside carrier Megabus. There are five waste water treatment plants operated by Charlotte Water (previously Charlotte-Mecklenburg Utility Department). The Charlotte Observer is here to answer your questions about the city and surrounding area. [40] WebCharlotte is nestled between two lakes, Lake Norman and Lake Wylie, both accessible in under an hour by car for boating, swimming and fishing. The Blue Line is an 18.9mile line northsouth light rail line running through South End, Center City, NoDa, and University City. [83][84] North Tryon and the Sugar Creek area include several Asian American communities. [146], The Presbyterian Church (USA) is now the fourth largest denomination in Charlotte, with 68,000 members and 206 congregations. [231][232] Many new restaurants, bars and clubs now operate in the Uptown area. With an annual average temperature of 61.5 degrees and the annual average precipitation of 43 inches distributed evenly throughout the year, weather in the Queen City is fair and mild. [13][14][15][16] It is the third-fastest-growing major city in the United States. [178][179] In January 2023, the California based Silicon Valley Bank announced it's plan to Expand in Charlotte and will be located in the South End neighborhood. Republican strength is concentrated in the southeastern portion of the city, while Democratic strength is concentrated in the south-central, eastern, and northern areas. First Union, later Wachovia in 2001, experienced similar growth before it was acquired by San Francisco-based Wells Fargo in 2008. Booked 61 times today. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (WBTV) Thursdays strong thunderstorms caused big problems in the Charlotte area. Bank of America's headquarters, along with other regional banking and financial services companies, are located primarily in the Uptown central business district. [238], The Charlotte region is home to many annual festivals and special events. [191][192][193], As of 2019, Charlotte has seven Fortune 500 companies in its metropolitan area. Tendo vivido na pele o papel de ser a sombra do irmo ou o plano B da famlia, o prncipe Harry comentou a respeito de temer pelo futuro dos sobrinhos, no caso, Charlotte, de 7 anos, e Louis, com 4. 50 in the year 1944. [80][81][82] East of The Plaza and north of Central Avenue, Plaza-Midwood is known for its international population, including Eastern Europeans, Greeks, Middle-Easterners, and Hispanics. [354] Charlotte is also home to many private and independent schools, including British School of Charlotte,[355] Charlotte Catholic High School,[356] Charlotte Christian School,[357] Charlotte Country Day School,[358] Charlotte Islamic Academy,[359] Charlotte Latin School,[360] Grace Academy,[361] Providence Day School,[362] Hickory Grove Christian School,[363] Northside Christian Academy,[364] Southlake Christian Academy,[365] and United Faith Christian Academy. [393][394] The local National Public Radio news affiliate is WFAE News, which sponsors a number of podcasts and radio shows. Restaurant owner Carlos Centurions newest Bulla (boo-ya) Gastrobar location in SouthPark at 4310 Sharon Rd., Suite W01. [51] The first documented gold find in the United States of any consequence set off the nation's first gold rush. [429] Charlotte has a biosolids program. Tendo vivido na pele o papel de ser a sombra do irmo ou o plano B da famlia, o prncipe Harry comentou a respeito de temer pelo futuro dos sobrinhos, no caso, Charlotte, de 7 anos, e Louis, com 4. WebUNC Charlotte, North Carolina's urban research university, fuels American innovation in everything from resilient and sustainable architecture and environmental systems, epidemiological modeling and sustainable energy, shaping the future of work for greater Charlotte and beyond. Settled about 1750, it was incorporated in 1768 and named for Princess Charlotte Sophia of Mecklenburg-Strelitz, George III s queen. Johnson and Wales University participate in the USCAA. 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[332][333], Currently, the city is home to two universities that participate in NCAA Division I Athletics: the Charlotte 49ers of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, as well as the Queens Royals of Queens University of Charlotte, who announced their transition from NCAA Division II to Division I on May 7, 2022. Web60 Ways to Go Out in Charlotte Things to Do 23 Things to Do in 2023 FEATURED EVENTS See All Celebrate the Winter Season Events & Things to Do MORE TO DO See All Eat & Drink Your Guide to Optimist Hall Eat & Drink Uniquely Charlotte Craft Beers Shopping Plant Shops and Nurseries in Charlotte Sports 10 Must-Play Golf Courses Near Charlotte Charlotte is a service stop for Greyhound routes running to Atlanta, Detroit, Jacksonville, New York and Philadelphia. Since 2007 more than 4,000 energy sector jobs have been announced. 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