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Maria Adnado

Newsletter Editor

Maria is based in Charlotte, NC and is a graduate of the University of Dayton. Before joining 6AM City, she worked as a News Producer for 10 years and worked as a Digital Media Producer at Discovery Place in Charlotte. Outside of work, Maria enjoys traveling, reading, movies, going to concerts, trying new restaurants and breweries, crafting, and spending time with friends and family.

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Arts
Charlotte Center for the Arts to build new arts hub
Once built, the new arts hub in South Charlotte will feature a black box theater, rehearsal studios, retail space, and classrooms.
April 29, 2026
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Maria Adnado
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Food
New and coming-soon restaurants in Charlotte
Dining in Charlotte is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way. From a classic hamburger to fine dining, bookmark this page to keep in the know about all the new restaurants coming to town.
April 28, 2026
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Maria Adnado
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Food
“Top Chef” recap with GVLtoday and CLTtoday
Each week, GVLtoday and CLTtoday will recap “Top Chef: Carolinas” with fun facts we’ve learned from our reporting behind the scenes and our pro tips about venues featured in each of our cities.
April 28, 2026
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Danielle Johnson
Racehorses and their jockeys race around the first turn of Churchill Downs at the Kentucky Derby.
Events
The Queen City celebrates the Kentucky Derby
Charlotte is getting ready to watch the Kentucky Derby in style.
April 23, 2026
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Jack VanderToll
A white basket filled with strawberries in front of a strawberry field.
Travel and Outdoors
It’s a berry good time to go strawberry picking
Farms across the Charlotte region are welcoming guests for the strawberry season to pick fresh fruit.
April 23, 2026
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Maria Adnado
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City
Charlotte enters voluntary water restrictions as drought continues
Here’s what the drought means for your lawn, your wallet, and what comes next.
April 22, 2026
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Maria Adnado
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Food
A conversation with “Top Chef” guest Lewis Donald
We sat down with the barbecue expert to ask about his experiences on “Top Chef,” and to ask his expert opinion on Charlotte’s food scene.
April 21, 2026
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Maria Adnado
An exterior photo of an outdoor covered ampitheater.
Business
Live Nation unveils new green space, dining options at Truliant Amphitheater
What to expect at two of Charlotte’s outdoor venues ahead of concert season.
April 21, 2026
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Maria Adnado
An exterior photo of Blumenthal's Belk Theater in Uptown, with a skyscraper in the background.
Events
Broadway’s biggest hits coming to Blumenthal Arts
From the return of “Phantom of the Opera” to Broadway newcomers like “Death Becomes Her,” theater lovers will experience a showstopping season in Uptown.
April 21, 2026
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Maria Adnado
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Small Business
Coffee and cocktail bar to open in Plaza Midwood
Plot Twist aims to be the “cool older sister” behind Trope Bookshop, offering all-day coffees, cocktails, and a hangout space in the community.
April 16, 2026
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Maria Adnado
An empty baseball field with a scoreboard lit up with the American flag and the Charlotte skyline in the background.
Events
Charlotte’s Stars and Stripes to take over Truist Field for July Fourth
The July Fourth display will bring the Knights and the Charlotte Symphony together to honor the 250th anniversary of the United States and feature the annual WBT Sky Show.
April 16, 2026
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Maria Adnado
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Music
Where to celebrate Record Store Day in Charlotte
This is your chance to score new records or longtime favorite albums at local stores participating in the music lovers’ holiday.
April 16, 2026
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Maria Adnado
A man posing with records splayed on top of boxes inside of a U-haul.
Small Business
Local record store obtains Voice of America’s vinyl collection
Rare vinyl from a historic broadcast archive is now spinning in Matthews, satisfying music lovers and just in time for Record Store Day.
April 16, 2026
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Maria Adnado
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Sports
Charlotte’s sports teams deliver postseasons worth celebrating
The Hornets won their first postseason game since 2016, and they aren’t the only team chasing a title in the Queen City.
April 15, 2026
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Maria Adnado
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History
Immersive exhibition celebrates America250 and Charlotte’s role in the American Revolution
The Charlotte Museum of History’s new exhibition combines virtual reality and history to celebrate the nationwide commemoration of America’s independence.
April 15, 2026
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Maria Adnado
Men in navy blue suit jackets pose for a photo with a silver Truist Championship trophy.
City
Truist Championship tees up in Charlotte
New fan experiences, local cuisine, and love for golf to shine bright at Quail Hollow Club when the Truist Championship begins in May.
April 14, 2026
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Maria Adnado
An aerial shot of cars crusing along I-77 with the Uptown skyline in the background.
Airports and Transportation
Community engagement center opens to address I-77 South Express Lanes
The community engagement center will help the community provide feedback on the still-developing project.
April 13, 2026
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Maria Adnado
An art sculpture stands in the foreground against the Uptown Charlotte skyline.
Business
Charlotte’s growth streak continues with 2,600 incoming jobs
Both Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC) and Capital Group recently announced plans to open offices in Uptown, adding to the local job market and investing millions into the city.
April 9, 2026
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Maria Adnado
A cozy restaurant dining room with wood floors, wood and black metal tables and brown leather booths.
Food
Meet The Craic, SouthPark’s new living room
The new Irish-themed restaurant in SouthPark promises a diverse menu featuring comfort food, an extensive cocktail program, and a welcoming atmosphere.
April 9, 2026
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Maria Adnado
An ice sculpture with the words Charlotte StrEATS Festival carved into it.
Festivals
Charlotte StrEATS Festival returns to Uptown at new location
The fifth annual StrEATs Festival will bring foodies and flavors to Uptown’s First Ward Park on Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12.
April 8, 2026
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Maria Adnado
A rendering of a black warehouse with a dirt construction area behind it.
Education
UNC Charlotte launches school of construction
The Albert School of Construction will begin classes this fall within the William States Lee College of Engineering.
April 7, 2026
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Maria Adnado
A couple ordering an ice cream cone from an ice cream shop.
Small Business
Local love: CLTtoday’s guide to reader-recommended small businesses
Put your money where your community is and help us create a guide to small businesses by submitting your favorite local spots and sharing this page with a friend.
April 7, 2026
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Maria Adnado
Looking across a pond at Quail Hollow Club, with two white tints and people lining the green course.
Sports
Perfect your swing: learn to golf like a pro
Whether you are new to the green or skilled with a golf club, Charlotte venues provide lessons for all skill levels.
April 2, 2026
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Maria Adnado
Acrobats demonstrate a live show on a mono-wheel in a park with Uptown Charlotte in the background.
Festivals
Your guide to Charlotte SHOUT!
Celebrate the Queen City’s art, music, food, and more for the annual Charlotte SHOUT! Festival.
April 1, 2026
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Maria Adnado
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Small Business
Explore local bookstores during the Greater Charlotte Book Crawl
The annual book crawl kicks off Wednesday, April 1, inviting book lovers to visit two dozen shops across the Queen City and compete for prizes.
April 1, 2026
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Maria Adnado
A room of books and a yellow floor with a sweatshirt that reads "Certified Book Nerd."
Events
Where to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day
The Queen City is surrounded by bookstores full of literary works ready for your eyes.
April 1, 2026
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Maria Adnado
Easter eggs in a field of grass
Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Charlotte
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that are worth planning ahead for.
March 27, 2026
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Maria Adnado
A couple sitting in the middle of a restaurant dining room with a camera pointed at them.
Food
A conversation with “Top Chef” guest judge Jamie Brown
We sat down with the guest judge to ask about her experiences on the show, and to ask her expert opinion on Charlotte’s food scene.
March 24, 2026
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Maria Adnado
People standing on cheering while watching football on a large screen.
Food
Blinders Sports Lounge celebrates first anniversary with new menu
Since opening in March 2025, Blinders has boasted craft cocktails, elevated bar bites, and curated watch parties like movie nights, sporting events, and more.
March 18, 2026
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Maria Adnado
The Queen's Unviersity men's basketball team celebrating a win and bid to the NCAA Tournament.
Sports
Charlotte’s key to March Madness 2026
From chicken wings to bracket tips, we’ve got everything Charlotteans need for a winning season this March Madness.
March 16, 2026
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Maria Adnado
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