Travel
If you’ve lived in Queen City for a while, you know some of the roads are less than pleasant. Luckily, the Charlotte City Council has approved a $250,000 project to change one of the most dangerous intersections in the city. A report by the NCDOT found several serious crashes have happened at the Albemarle Rd. […]
If you had plans to fly out of Charlotte Douglas International Airport today, you may need to check that your flight has not been canceled. The anticipated winter storm has caused the airport to cancel over 100 flights as of 3 p.m. Although it was previously expected to arrive this morning, forecasters now say more […]
If you plan to commute this morning, be cautious of dangerous road conditions in some areas. Although the winter storm has left, last night’s freezing temperatures make black ice a continued threat. Many areas remained wet on Monday and have likely froze throughout the night. Officials warn drivers to stay off of slick roads. If […]
We all know that parking at the airport can add up. Well prepare to add a few extra dollars to your total if you plan to park hourly at Charlotte-Douglas International. Those parking in the hourly deck will no longer receive free parking for the first hour. Individuals will now be required to pay $6 for […]
Gas prices in the Queen City don’t appear to be lowering by much. As of this morning, the average price of gas in Charlotte was $3.06 per gallon according to GasBuddy data. This is 88.4 cents per gallon higher than last year’s average. The good news is, there are some locations with lower-than-average gas prices. […]
Charlotte Douglas International Airport has launched a new program to help those with hidden disabilities feel more comfortable in the airport. The airport partnered with the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program to develop the program. Those with disabilities such as autism, anxiety, dementia, chronic pain, and visual/hearing impairment can receive a free sunflower lanyard, bracelet, or pin to […]
If you’re going to be traveling throughout uptown Charlotte this week, expect some road closures and delays. The Duke’s Mayo Bowl college football game will take place at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 30, at the Bank of America Stadium. The streets are expected to be crowded with fans attending the game. The city’s New Year’s Eve […]
Traveling during the holidays can be a bit hectic. If you’re traveling home from the holidays, you may experience some alterations in your plans. COVID-19 has caused cancellations for airlines like Delta, United and Alaska. Charlotte Douglas International Airport has reported about 12 cancellations since this morning. Airline officials recommend that travelers arrive to the airport […]
Charlotte Area Transportation Systems says there will be no fare fees for riders on Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. This includes CATS buses, LYNX Blue Line and CityLYNX Gold Line. The CATS Call Center, Pass Sales and Information Office at the Charlotte Transportation Center (CTC) will be closed from Dec. 24 to Jan. 1. Operation […]
It appears we aren’t the only people who enjoy Charlotte. Charlotte’s population is constantly growing, and so is traffic. Before the pandemic hit in early 2020, Charlotte was growing by almost 100 residents each day. Despite the current pandemic, this increase in residents has not slowed down. The area’s population is now expected to grow […]
If you’re using the Charlotte Douglas International Airport to travel this holiday, be sure to arrive a little early. The airport expects to see thousands of holiday travelers over the next two weeks. An estimated 1.4 million passengers are expected to fly out of CLT between Friday, Dec. 17 and Jan. 7. Travelers should prepare […]
As time has determined, Covid-19 is not going anywhere. So, we’re learning how to live with it. People are taking trips and visiting their family all over the country with the help of the new CDC guidelines and restrictions. One of the major requirements that is helping reduce the transmission of the virus is mandating […]
