Three experts in University's retail scene offered a glimpse of the future recently at the Charlotte Chamber University City Chapter's luncheon forum on retail trends. At IKEA, store manager Chris Nace looks forward to the coming of light-rail service and the...
Five weeks to go before the kids head back to school. Eight weeks until the start of fall! There's no need to get bored or go crazy, with so much to do for all ages in University City. Hike, bike, catch the first 49ers games or enjoy the Hummingbird Festival. Check...
Meet our new college interns, Megan Grinnell and David McHenry. David, a senior at UNC Charlotte, is pursuing a bachelor's degree in nursing. Megan is majoring in business management at Anderson University with the goal of becoming an event planner. Both are spending...
University City's dining options continue to grow and diversify. Our latest choices: monthly food trucks rallies in Prosperity Village (the next is May 21) and three restaurants in one at IKEA. Whether you want to eat fast and shop, enjoy a relaxing family meal, or...
This month's NC Science Festival features hundreds of events statewide to help you "Discover Science in Your Life." Several will take place April 8-24 at UNC Charlotte. Learn about "Healthy Aging" and "The Marvelous Milky Way." Command LEGO robots. Sample dozens of...
The flurry of CATS email, Twitter and Facebook traffic alerts last week all had the same basic message - stay clear of North Tryon Street in University City, 'cause we're making a light-rail line! The $1.16 billion construction of the 9.3-mile LYNX Blue Line Extension...
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools' board members want your help with a tough assignment - improving how CMS assigns students to schools. The board seeks ways to give families more choices for their children's education. You can share your ideas via a survey available...