3 Grocery Store Chains with the Best Crispy Fried Chicken, According to Southern Chefs
We independently select these products—if you buy from one of our links, we may earn a commission. All prices were accurate at the time of publishing. You really can’t go wrong with fried chicken. The Southern classic is a welcome centerpiece, and something that can be difficult to nail down at home (have you ever...
Bring back the EpiCentre or turn it into a Buc-ee’s, readers say
The EpiCentre — ahem, we mean, Queen City Quarter — could be available for purchase soon. Our readers have ideas for its next chapter. Why it matters: Charlotte newbies may not believe it, but 210 E. Trade St. used to be the hottest nightlife spot in Charlotte. Although it emptied out during the pandemic, it's...
Fight inside west Charlotte grocery store ends with car stolen at gunpoint
A woman said she was attacked while shopping at the Food Lion on Ashely Road in west Charlotte Tuesday night, and the confrontation ended with two suspects stealing her car at gunpoint in the parking lot, police said. Officer with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department later found the vehicle and arrested two...
Unusual items found in Freedom Park pond during cleanup efforts
Mecklenburg County park officials are quickly finding out there is more in the Freedom Park pond than just fish.
Customers call for audit of Duke Energy electric rates amid high winter bills
Duke Energy is facing criticism from customers in the Carolinas who are frustrated with high electric bills, prompting a petition calling for regulators to audit the company and issue refunds.
SCDES and Silfab Solar Sign Compliance Agreement Following Fort Mill Spills
The South Carolina Department of Environmental Services (SCDES) has released updates regarding its ongoing investigation into a series of chemical spills at the Silfab Solar facility in Fort Mill. While the investigation continues in close coordination with local and state officials, the agency reassured the public...
Family Dollar to close distribution center in Matthews, layoff 373 workers
Family Dollar is permanently closing its distribution center in Matthews and laying off 373 employees, according to a regulatory notice filed on Monday.
South Carolina man found dead in field, police launch homicide investigation
A homicide investigation is underway in northwest Charlotte after a person was found dead on Tuesday morning.
Mother speaks out after son found dead in northwest Charlotte
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A Charlotte mother is speaking out after her 24-year-old son was found dead in a remote area of northwest Charlotte, a case police are now investigating as a homicide. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department said officers responded just after 10 a.m. Tuesday to assist Medic on Belmeade...
North Carolina Severe Weather Alert: Charlotte & Raleigh Residents Told to Stay Ready for...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Charlotte, NC – Spring break travel across North Carolina comes with a serious overnight threat as tornado-capable storms can develop after dark, leaving just minutes to act while most people are asleep....
