Avelo Airlines expands affordable travel with new nonstop flights from Concord-Padgett Regional Airport to Chicago and Nashville, starting February, enhancing Concord's connectivity.

Wayflyer, an Ireland-based fintech startup, has chosen Charlotte, North Carolina for its U.S. headquarters, attracted by the city's financial scene and talent pool.

The Mallard Creek Presbyterian Church is ending its annual barbecue fundraiser after 93 years due to leadership changes and sustainability issues. The event was a local tradition, attracting presidents and providing funds for missions.

A fatal shooting occurred at Brooklyn Nightclub and Lounge in Uptown Charlotte; police seek information about the incident which involved a confrontation between groups.

American Airlines announced a new direct flight from Charlotte to Vero Beach, Florida starting February 12, 2026, with daily services on a CRJ-900 aircraft, providing a convenient two-hour journey for passengers.

Iredell County Sheriff's Office schedules the auction for a stray pig found in Statesville, to be held on September 16, 2025, at their Animal Services Building.

Matthews Police are searching for Keith Bryant Powell, a 59-year-old man missing since August 7, last seen on Gander Cave Lane in Matthews. He is described as a light-skinned Black male with freckles and short black hair.

Picasso Mediterranean has opened at Merino Mill in Mooresville, joining a vibrant business district with over 50 tenants. The project, led by Michal Bay, has been revitalized over 17 years and was celebrated with local leaders.

Governor Josh Stein visited a Coca-Cola facility in Charlotte, observing its apprenticeship program, and stressed the importance of vocational training for economic growth.

Charlotte launched "Future Forward," a talent initiative pairing with experts to align local talent with industry needs and establish career pathways.

JetZero is creating a new factory in Greensboro, NC, pledging to create 14,500 jobs over 10 years with a $4.7 billion investment. The facility aims to produce the fuel-efficient Z4 aircraft, boosting the local and state economy.

Bojangles, a fast food chain, considers a sale over $1.5 billion, aiming to expand its footprint and riding the growth in chicken-oriented restaurants.

Daimler Truck Financial Services USA LLC has selected Charlotte for its North American headquarters, investing $7 million and creating 276 jobs in the Ballantyne neighborhood with an average salary of $134,000.