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News

Welcome to the Grand Opening of the University City Regional Library!

by Black Wednesday | February 11, 2025 | Economic Development, Education, Library | 0 Comments

📚 Welcome to the Grand Opening of the University City Regional Library! 🎉 University City Partners is thrilled to welcome Charlotte Mecklenburg Library to its newest home in the heart of University City Town Center! This milestone was made possible through a dynamic...

Empowering Local Businesses in University City: SBI Success Stories

by Black Wednesday | January 22, 2025 | About Town, Business Growth, Retail, Small Business News | 0 Comments

University City Partners is proud to support and elevate local businesses through the impactful Small Business Initiative (SBI). Sponsored by the City of Charlotte, with additional contributions from the Truist Foundation and Pride PR, SBI provides small businesses...

Delays with JW Clay Boulevard Streetscape

by Black Wednesday | January 6, 2025 | About Town, Business Growth, Economic Development | 0 Comments

The JW Clay Boulevard Streetscape project in University Place aims to improve connectivity and enhance the pedestrian experience along this critical corridor. As part of the Northeast Corridor Infrastructure (NECI) Program, the project focuses on building wider...

Revitalizing the Heart of University City: A Lakefront Transformation

by Black Wednesday | December 20, 2024 | About Town, Arts & Culture, Business Growth | 0 Comments

The University City lake has undergone a stunning transformation, reaffirming its role as the vibrant center of the community. Over the past year, a series of strategic improvements has enhanced both the beauty and functionality of this cherished space. Key upgrades...

City of Charlotte Tree Care Grant Returns for 2025!

by Black Wednesday | December 11, 2024 | Community Service, Greenways, Neighborhoods, Parks, Small Business News | 0 Comments

Empowering Communities to Protect and Enhance Our Urban Forest The City of Charlotte is thrilled to announce the return of the Tree Care Grant, a program designed to celebrate and sustain the rich biodiversity of our urban forests. By educating residents and...

Charlotte New Year’s Day 5K 2025

by Black Wednesday | December 11, 2024 | Arts & Culture, Events, Greenways, Neighborhoods, Parks, UNC Charlotte | 0 Comments

Ring in the New Year with a Focus on Health! Kick off 2025 on the right foot—literally! Join us for the Charlotte New Year’s Day 5K, an exciting annual event that blends fitness, community spirit, and a commitment to supporting local food pantries. Whether you’re a...

Caregiver Mental Wellness: Navigating the Challenges of Family Caregiving

by Black Wednesday | November 5, 2024 | Small Business News | 0 Comments

by Carolyn Dowdy Family caregiving is a quiet, often invisible burden, yet it touches nearly every household. As the founder and president of Caregiver Mental Wellness, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, I bring over sixteen years of family caregiving experience and a...

Lake Comeback: This University City Hub Is More Popular Than Ever

by Virginia Brown | September 18, 2024 | Business Growth, Retail | 2 Comments

Despite the setbacks small businesses experienced during the Covid-19 pandemic, just a few years later, the lake at University City is making a major comeback. According to a report from PlacerAi, a software that provides insights on real estate properties, total...

Enjoy Fall Colors along the Greenways

by Virginia Brown | September 4, 2024 | Greenways | 0 Comments

When September arrives, fall color enthusiasts start to make travel plans to see this natural phenomenon in the mountains—but good news! Residents of Mecklenburg County can enjoy the striking tree display and stay close to home with a visit to a nearby greenway. A...

Waters Edge Updates: A Check-In With Greg Watson

by Virginia Brown | August 21, 2024 | Economic Development | 1 Comment

The Charlotte Business Journal recently reported that developer EB Arrow has proposed changes to the upcoming Waters Edge projects in University City. The project, originally slated to construct office development, has shifted focus to mixed-use residential and...