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Duke Energy continues Research Park expansion
Duke Energy continues to expand its footprint in University Research Park. The Charlotte Business Journal reports that Duke Energy is taking bids to renovate and expand its customer call center at 9700 David Taylor Drive.
Have your say by Nov. 30 on I-85 North Bridge design
The public has until Nov. 30 to review an excellent summary regarding the latest plans for our future I-85 North Bridge, and to add your suggestions. The comments will help project engineers fine-tune the design for a novel bridge and roadway that will provide a safe...
Start Thanksgiving right with University City Turkey Trot 5K
Attention runners and walkers: Start your Thanksgiving morning with a brisk run or walk for a good cause - by taking part in the University City Turkey Trot 5K and children's fun run. The event will benefit Sickle Cell Partners of the Carolinas. Want some extra fun?...
2 major gifts add $7.5 million to EXPONENTIAL campaign
Two major gifts to UNC Charlotte's $200 million EXPONENTIAL fundraising campaign will provide new scholarship opportunities and faculty awards of excellence. The Department of Accounting is being renamed the Turner School of Accountancy in recognition of a $2.5...
GoHealth bringing 500+ jobs to University Research Park
Chicago-based GoHealth, a major health insurance technology and services platform, recently announced the opening of its newest office – in University Research Park. The company has leased space in Environmental Way, a LEED-certified office building at 1000 Louis Rose...
Thanks, voters, for your big OK of city bonds
University City Partners offers an enthusiastic "Thanks, Charlotte!" for voters' overwhelming endorsement last week of three city bond referendums. As a result, University City will benefit greatly from the $219 million of new funding for citywide investments in...
Dozens of new shops, restaurants and services open or coming
This has been a year of retail, dining and services growth for University City's main business district, and much more is coming. Nearly 50 restaurants, shops, service businesses and recreational venues have opened or renovated since January or will open soon. Many...