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Sneak Peek: University City Regional Library
Earlier this month, University City Partners' President and CEO Keith Stanley and Senior Manager of Economic & Land Development Drew Gaertner joined the Gensler design team and JE Dunn Construction to walk through the University City Regional Library, currently...
Enjoy Fall Colors along the Greenways
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...
Support the Jamil Niner Student Pantry
The Jamil Niner Student Pantry at UNC Charlotte provides students with regular access to food and household items and serves up to 350 shoppers a week. Most common needs, supported through partnerships like the Scouting Food Drive, which takes place on September 21...
Waters Edge Updates: A Check-In With Greg Watson
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...
Book Recommendations from the University City Regional Library
We tapped our local library for some recommendations for National Book Lovers Day. From children's and young adult stories to books adults will love, here's what they're reading. "Lake of Souls: The Collected Short Fiction" by Ann Leckie, recommended by John Peitzman,...
Farmers Market Spotlight: Vigueur Fragrances
In addition to fresh fruits and vegetables and artisan goods, the University City Farmers Market also features lots of other locally made items. Lee Valle is the founder of Vigueur Fragrances. Originally from The Bronx, she now calls Concord home now. Find her each...
Keeping University City Clean: A Collaborative Effort for Growth
Maintaining the thoroughfares, retail, and residential areas of University City is essential for its economic development and growth. With an expansive 10 square miles in the MSD boundary and a total of 63 square miles in the trade area, which hosts over 4,700...