The summer heat is on, and one of the best ways to cool down is to take a dip.

There’s no shortage of ice cream shops where you can indulge in a tasty scoop or two in the Queen City.

The cancellation marks the first time since World War II that the fair will not take place.

Xiao Bao, a concept from Charleston favorite Xiao Bao Biscuit, will be joining the roster of tenants at Optimist Hall next spring.

Award-winning chef and New York restaurateur David Burke will grow his portfolio with two ventures at Le Méridien Charlotte.

The summer months are usually when local music fans can catch their favorite artists on tour at Charlotte’s arenas and outdoor amphitheaters.

Before March, Ariene Bethea’s vintage furniture boutique was often crowded with browsing customers. Today, social-distancing guidelines and the loss of everyday routines have created less foot traffic in her shop.

One of the most direct and sustainable ways to support the black community is to shop at black-owned businesses, many of which have also been disproportionally affected by the coronavirus pandemic.