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Light rail and new bridges have disrupted Tryon Street – Here’s how to cope
There’s no way to sweeten this: Construction of our light-rail line and replacement of bridges over Mallard Creek will make travel on North Tryon Street difficult for many months. “Motorists, cyclists and pedestrians will experience a traffic corridor with frequent...
Charlotte’s bonds could spur Birkdale-style community here
Imagine having a Birkdale-style urban village near Highland Creek and neighborhoods along Prosperity Church Road. That future center could come soon, if Charlotte voters pass Charlotte’s bonds. Prosperity Village is taking shape where Prosperity Church Road meets...
UNC Charlotte has road improvements coming, too
The first of several road improvements has begun at UNC Charlotte. Over the next 18 months, these projects will: Realign Phillips Road so it flows into Craver Road (under way). Improve campus entrances from Harris and University City boulevards. Signalize and improve...
MADD Dash (or happy feet?) on Nov. 2 will celebrate I-485
Here’s your chance to create authentic bragging rights for your future grandkids. “Once upon a time, I ran (or walked or biked) down the middle of this expressway!” The 485 MADD Dash is that chance. On Nov. 2, you can walk, run or bike on the nearly finished last leg...
Your vote can help UNC Charlotte win Gold for going green!
With your vote, UNC Charlotte’s Jerry Richardson Stadium could win gold for going green, and we don’t mean the 49er colors. UNC Charlotte is one of four finalists in the “Large” category for the Charlotte Chamber-Wells Fargo Green Awards! Your vote could decide the...
Learn about bonds at the 85th Mallard Creek Barbecue!
Make sure you put Oct. 23 on your calendar. No one should miss the granddaddy of church suppers: the Mallard Creek Barbecue. More than 20,000 people are expected between 10 a.m., and dusk, along with the traditional greeting line of politicians hoping to win your vote...
City bonds could open new routes to Research Park jobs, sidewalks to light-rail stops and bikeways to downtown!
Your vote this election could reshape how we get around in University City and Charlotte. The last item on the ballot is a city bonds request to fund transportation, neighborhood and housing improvements. Among projects directly benefiting University City: Cut...