As we gear up for the celebration of Juneteenth, we have the opportunity to reflect on the past and look forward to this culturally significant and dynamic day in the Carolinas. University City Partners will host its inaugural Juneteenth Art Fest on June 19, 2025 from...
University City Partners, in collaboration with NCDOT and the City of Charlotte, is spearheading a transformative endeavor to enhance a highly visible intersection in North Charlotte. Nestled at the crossroads of North Tryon and University City Boulevard lies a...
On Tuesday, May 28, 2024, University City Partners and Planning Commissioner Will Russel invite you to a Zoning Seminar aimed at delving into crucial growth and development issues shaping the landscape of Charlotte. This interactive session will focus on three key...
From spa treatments and new ’dos to great food and drinks, treat Mom to a full day of pampering and relaxation this Mother’s Day in University City. 🧖Hit the Spa Treat Mom to a massage, facial or other spa treatment at one of these University City spots: Nuimage Skin...
By Keith Stanley Commercial trucking stands as the lifeblood of the U.S. economy, ensuring communities swiftly receive essential goods. From same-day deliveries to vital supplies like food and medicine, the trucking community is indispensable. Yet, amidst the demand...
By Mary Hopper Executive Director On any given week, the University City Partners office fields more calls about retail than anything else. While that has been true during all of our 10-year existence, those inquiries have accelerated with Belgate’s opening. Perhaps...
If you ever heard the adage, “Out of sight is out of mind,” you will appreciate University City Partners’ need to stay connected. UCP staff members devote a lot of time and energy to attending meetings, doing presentations and telling the University City story while...
A new garden at CMC-University will soon yield berries, peppers, squash AND healthier humans, hopes garden founder Elaine Jones. A dietitian who counsels hospital patients, Jones sees the garden as a wellness classroom where adults and kids can learn about the...
Campus crime dropped 30 percent between 2010 and 2011, says a new report from UNC Charlotte’s police. University City police also had a great year, with crime down 13.9 percent – the second best record of CMPD’s 13 divisions. One drop in particular indicates...