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What Charlotte Council Actually Approved: Stadium Bonds, Lay-Down Lease, and a 4,400-Seat Performance Venue

Jack Beckett22 hours ago14 hours ago08 mins

Council advanced stadium financing steps, leased a lay-down yard, and cleared a 4,400-seat, privately funded performance venue. No money moves until contracts are finalized and approvals are received.

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Charlotte Sports Week: Panthers reset vs Miami, Hornets leadership test, Charlotte FC’s nine-man win, ROVAL Sunday at 3

Jack Beckett1 week ago1 week ago08 mins

Panthers take a 42–13 bruise in Foxborough as Chuba Hubbard sits and Rico Dowdle steps up, Charlotte FC banks a 1–0 road win after two D.C. reds, the Hornets preach leadership, and the ROVAL goes green at 3.

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A Closer Look: Judiciary Subcommittee Comes to Charlotte – Here’s What Happened

Jack Beckett2 weeks ago2 weeks ago08 mins

A House Judiciary field hearing on violent crime brought national lawmakers to Charlotte. We unpack what happened, why it matters for Iryna’s Law, and how local families shaped the narrative.

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