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🎟️ Full story on Charlotte FC eliminating PSLs. https://t.co/Es2fHhmy5Q

[Ashley Mahoney @m_a_h_o_n_e_y]

PSLs were met with resistance when Charlotte FC rolled them out ahead of their inaugural season.

PSLs were seen as a way to provide fans with a sense of ownership, and would help fund reinvestments in BofA stadium, then team president Nick Kelly told me at the time.
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[Axios Charlotte @axioscharlotte]

Dating app fatigue is real. More singles are choosing face-to-face connections over endless swiping.
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Founder Jake Pfeifer built a space for artists, date nights, team events and anyone curious about glass blowing.
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Several of Charlotte's biggest debates, from the I-77 South toll lanes to data centers, are expected to come to a head during Harrington's term.
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North Carolina fell from CNBC's No. 1 state for business to No. 2 after losing ground in categories related to affordability, crime and worker protections.
https://t.co/wZJUomU9lA

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Crescent Grounds will join a list of other coffee shops on Providence Road, including Summit Coffee, Not Just Coffee and Maman, which is expected to open later this year.
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[Axios Charlotte @axioscharlotte]

More than one driver and parent told Axios the same thing: If you can drive a Legend Car, you can drive just about anything.
https://t.co/UiHcO7t8lF

[alex sands @alexsands_]

NC is still one of the best states for biz, but CNBC keeps calling out the state for poor worker protections.

This year, it's also flagging how fast growth is driving up costs. https://t.co/0u1ZkoEzYa

[alex sands @alexsands_]

‼️ New airport message just dropped.

Charlotte’s new mayor Rob Harrington has re-recorded the welcome.

[Axios Charlotte @axioscharlotte]

Breakaway is back — and it's going to be bigger than ever.
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The Atherton Mill restaurant marks flora's first expansion beyond New York.
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We're vibing to live music all weekend, from an AC/DC concert at Bank of America Stadium to the kick off of J. Cole's upcoming tour at Spectrum Center.
https://t.co/L5l9JwZ1Jo

[Axios Charlotte @axioscharlotte]

While the eyes of the world have been locked on the FIFA World Cup, Charlotte has been busy preparing to host the 2026 MLS All-Star Game at Bank of America Stadium.
https://t.co/xDi1CbBRjL

[Ashley Mahoney @m_a_h_o_n_e_y]

⚽️ Pep Biel and Ashley Westwood will join Tim Ream on the 2026 MLS All-Star roster in Charlotte.
https://t.co/sMXXpYcTF9

[Ashley Mahoney @m_a_h_o_n_e_y]

🏫 Davidson College is making tuition free for families earning up to $175,000. https://t.co/CNWFj5Reh9

[Axios Charlotte @axioscharlotte]

Iron Oak Cigar Lounge is now open in Concord with cigars, bourbon and golf.
https://t.co/B2WSFI5ssA

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Davidson College will be tuition-free starting in fall 2027 for families earning up to $175,000.
https://t.co/ZZrWeSDQYF

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Wildwoods will more than double in size to meet the demand for kid-focused space.
https://t.co/a60JTKNCq4

[Ashley Mahoney @m_a_h_o_n_e_y]

The U.S. National Whitewater Center plans to open phase II of its Wildwoods activity area this September, complete with a historic fort, mining cave, event space and expanded treehouse village. https://t.co/nNM1pb2o8g

[Axios Charlotte @axioscharlotte]

Whether you're looking for rental income, room to spread out or a backyard made for hosting, this week's roundup has it all.
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