Lifestyle
Krispy Kreme is helping the pain at the pumps get a little sweeter. The franchise will set the price of a dozen Original Glazed doughnuts to the national average price of a regular gallon of gas. For example, if the average price of gas is $4.12, Krispy Kreme will sell the popular treat for this price. […]
Calling all Charlotte foodies! Black Restaurant Week has officially kicked off in Charlotte. The week is dedicated to showcasing black-owned businesses here in the Charlotte area. It also gives consumers the chance to find their new favorite cuisines. The week will run from April 22 to May 1. For more information, visit the official Black […]
If you have children, it may be no surprise that childcare is expensive. In Charlotte, it costs some parents more to cover childcare than it does to cover tuition at UNC Charlotte. Mecklenburg County is offering a new program to help families cover these costs. The program will provide up to two years worth of childcare vouchers. […]
Renting in Charlotte is becoming more expensive. Those looking to renew their leases may find that their new rates come with a steep increase. The average monthly rent in March was $1,741. Charlotte landlord and tenant attorney Andrew Gordon said that landlords have the right to increase rental prices following the end of a lease. […]
Flight prices may be increasing, but don’t let that stop your summer fun. If you plan to fly out of Charlotte for your summer trips, here are some tips to help you save more money: Fly Indirectly Passengers can often save money by booking flights with one stop instead of booking flights that fly directly […]
Homes are becoming less available while prices are increasing in the Charlotte housing market. This dynamic is especially tough for first-time homebuyers. Mortgage rates are steadily rising with current rates increasing to 5% for the first time in over 10 years. In March, Charlotte’s home prices were up 20.6% compared to last year. Experts advise […]
Charlotte has made another list. Charlotte Douglas International Airport is ranked as the fifth busiest airport worldwide for arrivals and departures, according to 2021 reports from the Airports Council International. In 2020, the airport ranked sixth. The airport had 519,895 arrivals and departures and 43 million passengers last year. Charlotte Douglas is beginning to reach recovery following a […]
While overall crime rates have remained relatively flat this year, one crime concern is still a priority for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police. Officers are encountering alarming numbers of children ages 12, 13, 14, and 15 who are in possession of guns. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools campuses have found at least 25 guns this school year alone. Officials are urging […]
If you haven’t already noticed, inflation has hit air travel. Summertime travel is also back in motion, making it even harder to find cheaper flights. Luckily, there are some days that have cheaper flights. Flight data indicates that flights departing on Tuesdays and Wednesdays tend to be cheaper. Also, if you plan to book six and […]
After record-breaking high gas prices, the Queen City is finally starting to find some relief. Over the past week, gas prices in Charlotte have dropped by 7.2 cents. As of Monday, the average gas price in the city is $4. This is still 11 cents higher than the previous 10-year high of $3.89 a gallon from […]
DeAndra Alex was only 41 when she visited Atrium Health Women’s Care Charlotte OB/GYN on 1025 Morehead Medical Dr. to have a growing breast lump checked. After expressing her concerns on April 1, 2020, the doctor who examined her dismissed cancer as her diagnosis. The doctor agreed to schedule her for a mammogram, but Alex […]
With current inflation, some may find it challenging to pay their rent. For some Charlotte residents, housing vouchers are the only way to ensure they are not homeless. The problem is, many landlords do not accept these vouchers. Charlotte’s Great Neighborhoods Committee is expected to push for subsidies and vouchers to be more accepted. Under […]
