News in University City.
Charlotte, North Carolina
University City Partners provides frequent communication through email newsletters, presentations, and meetings. Please feel free to subscribe to our newsletter by clicking on Subscribe to the right. We are also on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
Urban Design students explore the power of open space
One of University City's great assets is the creative energy of UNC Charlotte. That creativity took center stage last week, as Urban Design graduate students presented their exploration into landscape urbanism - with University City as their focus. Imagine how our...
Rebecca’s Taste of the South – a loving daughter’s passion
If you drive Harris Boulevard near I-85 on a regular basis, you’ve likely seen the sign for Rebecca’s Taste of the South and wondered, “Are they another chain?” Owner Eartha Collier, Rebecca’s youngest child, loves telling visitors no and hearing, “Good!” Even more,...
Help plan 26-mile Cross Charlotte Trail
How would you design and use the 26-mile Cross Charlotte Trail linking University City, Uptown and south Charlotte? Share your ideas for the trail and get the latest details on the project at a public drop-in information session, 4:30-7:30 pm June 30 at the...
Summer fun starts NOW in University City!
You probably have great plans for your vacation. But why wait until then to enjoy summertime, when there is so much to do right here in University City: Fourth festivities, racing trucks, free food, live music and event quiet walks in search of butterflies! Check out...
Our good economic news is now a video
University City’s revving economic engine just got a strong plug – a new Charlotte Chamber video entitled: “Charlotte’s Second Largest Employment Center.” The clip features Executive Director Darlene Heater promoting our dynamic work environment and university. We...
Get personal documents shredded for free June 27
Securely shred your personal documents for free on June 27 at the Community Shred Event and Sustainability Fair. Professional shredders will destroy your documents 9 am-noon at the IKEA parking lot, 8300 IKEA Blvd. Nonprofit groups will also collect your unwanted...
New retailers arriving at Commons at Chancellor Park and University Plaza
Two national retailers are opening in University City centers. Gabe’s, a fashion and housewares discounter, is remodeling the space next to Value City Furniture at the Commons at Chancellor Park. Conn’s, an electronics, appliance and furniture chain, opened recently...