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Jack VanderToll

City Editor, CLTtoday

Jack lives in Charlotte, North Carolina. Since graduating college, Jack has worked in local television news. He was most recently a television producer for the local CBS station, WBTV News. Outside of work, Jack enjoys photography, writing, hiking, playing tennis, movies, and being with friends.

A dog sleeps in an empty kennel.
Volunteer
Adoptions needed as kennel renovations continue
CMPD Animal Care & Control racing the clock for adoptions as next phase in renovation project is set to begin.
March 29, 2024
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A brown, leather glove holding a baseball with green stitching with the words "CLT Today" in the middle.
Sports
Charlotte, Nashville, Raleigh: Who’s on deck for an MLB team?
All three cities are pitching themselves for an MLB team.
March 28, 2024
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Passengers walk in separate directions against a line of trees inside Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Airports and Transportation
Charlotte airport predicts record spring break travel
Extra time and planning for the airport may help you avoid a turbulent trip.
March 25, 2024
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A black bear peers through a glass window looking inside a home.
Travel and Outdoors
When animals make themselves at home in your home
You may have some uninvited animal guests at your home this spring.
March 25, 2024
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An interior shot of a restaurant with people sitting in booths and staff cleaning tables.
Food
New Uptown restaurant offers flavor from South of the border
Enjoy food, music, and atmosphere today at Dos Caminos.
March 21, 2024
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A carousel chair rests in the foreground of a ferris wheel on a sunny day.
Events
Step right up for the return of the Charlotte Fair
Prepare for more days of the Charlotte Fair packed with thrills, food, and fun.
March 21, 2024
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An aerial image of a basketball court with players and fans in the stands.
Sports
March Madness is coming to Charlotte
Experience the madness for yourself at the Spectrum Center.
March 17, 2024
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A woman is standing in front of a tuxedo business with a poster showing a wedding couple in the background.
Entertainment
Charlotte businesses share experiences filming “Love Is Blind”
Local spots may have found the most love following the show’s reception.
March 15, 2024
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A towering skyline at sunset over a packed baseball stadium.
Development
Charlotte is the top moved-to big city in the US
The Queen City beat places like Denver, Nashville and New York.
March 11, 2024
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The image of people riding a roller coaster against a bright, blue sky.
Entertainment
Fasten your seatbelts: Carowinds’ opening weekend is here
The amusement park returns on a weekend-only spring schedule.
March 8, 2024
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A dog in the foreground holds a baseball bat in its mouth while placed on a small bed. The entrance to a baseball stadium is in the background.
Sports
Meet the Charlotte Knights’ new bat dog
The Knights’ new four-legged teammate has a tail-wagging story.
March 7, 2024
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A photo of a street in Charlotte with cars, light poles and electric towers in the foreground with skyscrapers in the background.
Culture
Now open: Charlotte’s first social district, Plaza Midwood
The social district allows open containers through participating businesses.
March 5, 2024
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A colorful art mural painted on the side of a brick wall featuring a pair of green eyes and children holding hands.
Arts
Nearly $1 million offered for new Charlotte art projects
The city is accepting new grant requests from local artists.
March 4, 2024
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Kacey Musgraves holds a guitar while singing into a microphone on stage.
Music
Country singer Kacey Musgraves to perform in Charlotte
The Queen City is included in the singer’s world tour.
February 29, 2024
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Sunrise over an empty football field with skyscrapers of Uptown in the background.
Sports
Carolina Panthers prowl for major training facility upgrade
The team looks to replace its current practice site.
February 29, 2024
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UNC men's baseball team dressed in blue uniforms gather and smile while holding a trophy.
Sports
Charlotte to host college baseball series
Prominent NC teams will take the mound at Truist Field for ACC series.
February 28, 2024
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An artist overhead rendering depicting plans for an upcoming park.
Parks and Recreation
Public to learn plans for new 33-acre Eastside Park
Kannapolis park will feature lakefront trails, boats, and dog park.
February 28, 2024
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Flowers are laid on the ground beneath a wooden building with painted words reading, "From Charlotte With Love".
Small Business
Popular Charlotte brewery reopens its doors
Wooden Robot welcomes crowds while moving forward after a sudden loss.
February 27, 2024
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An artist's rendering of an electric fire station
Government
Charlotte approves city’s first all-electric fire station
The Queen City is blazing a new trail in fire response.
February 27, 2024
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Sunlight hits the leaves on trees in a Charlotte neighborhood.
Culture
Volunteers needed to further grow Charlotte’s tree canopy
Branch out with upcoming opportunities to grow trees and community.
February 23, 2024
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Stevie Nicks performs a song on stage.
Events
New Charlotte music festival announces full artist lineup
Fans will see performances from Stevie Nicks, Post Malone, and The Chainsmokers.
February 23, 2024
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Films productions in Charlotte
Arts
Cable series set to film in Charlotte this spring
Productions in the Queen City are gathering awards and A-list stars.
February 21, 2024
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A sizzling steak is served with butter and asparagus.
Food
Plan a sizzling date night in Charlotte
A Charlotte steakhouse was voted one of the country’s “most romantic” date spots.
February 21, 2024
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Charlotte's Lo So End apartment construction
Real Estate
What’s growing in The Garten?
An $80 million construction loan was secured for the Charlotte property.
February 20, 2024
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Charlotte Douglas International Airport
Airports and Transportation
Federal funding aims to help Charlotte’s airport soar
How millions invested in airport experience will affect your trip.
February 20, 2024
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