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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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Small Business
Honeybear Bake Shop delivers a sweet treat to Charlotte
Charlotteans don’t have to search too far for these baked treats but won’t find a storefront across the city.
March 24, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A white wooden home with a red-bricked chimney on the left of the door.
City
Mecklenburg County unveils new design for Latta Place
Latta Place operated as a museum for many years, giving Charlotteans a look into 19th century life in the Carolinas.
March 20, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A rendering of a building with blurred people and the word "Sycamore" on the awning.
Business
Sycamore Brewing to open new location in Cotswold
The new brewery will be designed for families + boast a larger menu and beer garden.
March 20, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Mixologist Colleen Hughes poses in front of a bar, sliding a cocktail out.
Food
Mixologist Colleen Hughes spills on James Beard nomination
The Charlotte mixologist and James Beard semifinalist spoke exclusively with CLTtoday about her passion and the Queen City’s cocktail scene.
March 20, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A billboard showing USA Rugby with the Charlotte skyline in the background.
Sports
Charlotte to host two international rugby matches
The Queen City is set to host two matches featuring USA Rugby at American Legion Memorial Stadium in July.
March 18, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A group of students in front of a Lovin' Life Music Fest banner holding a large check for $10,000.
Music
Local high school students to perform at Lovin’ Life Music Fest
Students from West Charlotte High School also received new instruments from festival organizers before the major announcement.
March 18, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Dozens of patrons gather in an outdoor brewery at night with hanging lights overhead.
Play
Raise a glass to Charlotte’s beer scene
Whether you favor a crisp lager or sweet stout, we’ve made a list of the breweries around the Queen City.
March 17, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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City
Happy birthday to CLTtoday
We’re celebrating CLTtoday’s first birthday by looking back at our favorite stories from our first year.
March 17, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
A UNC baskerball player cheers while dunking a basketball.
Food
Where to watch Carolina teams during the NCAA Tournament
Whether you’re rockin’ Carolina Blue or Wake Gold during the NCAA Tournament (or year-round), there’s a place for you to cheer on your team across the Queen City.
March 14, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Arts
Local artist curates thought-provoking exhibition
The works of 50+ artists are on display as part of “Sovereign: Honoring Bodily Autonomy” at the McColl Center in Uptown.
March 14, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A crowd of people wave while taking part in the St. Patrick's Day parade in Uptown.
Festivals
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in royal fashion
There’s a wide range of events across the Queen City to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.
March 13, 2025
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Jack VanderToll
Four women in orange and yellow neon vests and hard hats under red "PIPER" letters in a hanger.
Airports and Transportation
Meet the “Fab Four” collections team at Sullenberger Aviation Museum
This all-female team at the Sullenberger Aviation Museum work to collect and preserve pieces of aviation history — while making history of their own.
March 12, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Travel and Outdoors
When to spot hummingbirds across Charlotte
Birds like the ruby-throated hummingbird will be appearing in Charlotte in the spring — find out where you can spot them.
March 11, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Play
35+ Charlotte concerts to put on your calendar in 2025
From pop princesses to chart-topping bands, there’s no shortage of concerts to see this year in the Queen City.
March 11, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Events
The Bowl to host reoccurring outdoor market
The new monthly outdoor market curated by Shop Local QC will be held at The Bowl at Ballantyne every first Saturday through November.
March 10, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Live
Farmers markets in Charlotte
Pack your reusable shopping bags, because we’ve rounded up nine farmers markets around the Queen City.
February 28, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A marble facade and entryway which read "Latta Arcade."
Food
The Alley at Latta Arcade mixes history with the present
Latta Arcade houses several offices and retailers, welcoming Charlotteans to dine in the heart of Uptown.
February 26, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Children getting excited about an exploding beaker by two educators in rainbow lab coats.
Development
Matthews to gain new Discovery Place Kids location
The town and Discovery Place will soon hold public input sessions to help mold the future museum.
February 26, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Events
Three book fairs to build your library
Prepare to browse titles from several of Charlotte’s independent book stores and authors at these events.
February 24, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A rendering of a large multi-use building with a glass facade.
Development
Planning board to consider Birkdale Village expansion
The owners of Birkdale Village are seeking rezoning approval to add a new hotel, retail, and housing to the bustling shopping hub.
February 24, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A person holding a mocktail and a flyer that reads "Unboozy" in orange letters.
Culture
Charlotte’s newest alcohol-free social club
Unboozy aims to create connections without a focus on alcoholic beverages.
February 20, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A stretch of road in Charlotte is covered in white dusting of snow.
Weather
What to know about the incoming winter storm
Read up on weather predictions, power outages + travel and safety tips as a winter storm approaches the Charlotte region.
February 18, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A room of books and a yellow floor with a sweatshirt that reads "Certified Book Nerd."
Culture
Local book clubs to join around Charlotte
Whatever your preferred genre, there are plenty of local book clubs to keep your pages turning.
February 18, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A wooden table with a black to-go container with meatballs, another with calamari, and potatoes.
Food
Spanish flavors to take over Optimist Park for one day
Travel to Spain without leaving the Queen City in this flavorful partnership between Marina’s Tapas and Substrate.
February 14, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Play
Plan a staycation with these unique accommodations in Charlotte
From treehouses to mansions, Charlotte is full of unique places to stay that offer guests a break from traditional motels and hotels.
February 14, 2025
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Cambrie Juarez
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City
What to know about owning chickens in Charlotte
Tired of paying for eggs? Before you go starting your own flock, here’s what you need to know about chicken ownership.
February 12, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A building with window panels in blue that read "Explore the Past" with the Levine Museum of the New South logo.
Culture
Uptown museum ranks among best in the US
Levine Museum of the New South was the top pick for Condé Nast Traveler’s list of the best museums in every state.
February 12, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A building with teal and purple rectangles over a brown and orange sign that reads 7th Street Public Market.
Food
Building business: The Market at 7th Street
Housing local vendors, wine connoisseurs, and chefs, The Market at 7th Street is providing more than an Uptown lunch destination.
February 10, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A wooden board with a tomahawk steak and two lobster tails.
Food
Celebrate Valentine’s Day across the Queen City
Win their heart through their appetite by visiting a new dining spot or your local favorite through Valentine’s Day weekend.
February 10, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Large crowds of travelers funnel through Terminal B of Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Airports and Transportation
Charlotte Douglas sees record-breaking travel
More than 58 million travelers visited the world’s 7th busiest airport in 2024.
February 6, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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