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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
BOOM Charlotte to take over University City
The eighth annual event provides a weekend filled with BOOMing immersive art, dance, music, theater, poetry, visual art, and film.
April 17, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Wellness
Six upcoming races across Charlotte
Whether you’re into walking, running, or dancing across the finish line, here’s a list of races taking place this spring.
April 15, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Sports
More than $90 million generated from sporting events in Charlotte
Charlotte Sports Foundation’s seven events drew more than 200,000 fans to the Queen City.
April 15, 2025
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Maria Adnado
An artist is explaining to three people why she painted Queen Charlotte of Mecklenburg on her giant egg on display in a city park.
Events
Seven ways to celebrate Easter in Charlotte
Pull out the planners for some egg-citing Easter events around Charlotte.
April 10, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A group of children in red baseball uniforms.
Nonprofits
West Charlotte nonprofit teaches values beyond the baseball field
The Knothole Foundation, a West Charlotte nonprofit, works to empower children through sports and education programs.
April 10, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Development
Major upgrades coming to SouthPark’s Symphony Park
The $21 million project would bring micro retail space and restaurants to the park near SouthPark Mall.
April 7, 2025
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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 7, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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Development
The District Exchange to become a two-story market and dining hub
The downtown Concord marketplace is expected to open this summer and boast over a dozen retailers and two restaurants.
April 3, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A side-by-side photo of a restaurant exterior and a food stall interior.
Food
Charlotte’s sister restaurants (without the sibling rivalry)
There’s no lack of options for dining across the Queen City, especially when so many restaurants are sister concepts.
April 3, 2025
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Maria Adnado
Children and families mini golfing in a city plaza.
Festivals
Your guide to Charlotte SHOUT!
Celebrate the Queen City’s art, music, food, and more for the annual Charlotte SHOUT! Festival.
April 1, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A red and white stripped classic car racing with a line of cars behind it on a winding road.
Events
Ten Tenths Motor Club to debut during annual Heritage Invitational
The third annual Heritage Invitational will draw car enthusiasts to Charlotte Motor Speedway for three days of historic racing and thrilling events.
April 1, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A smiling man standing with a gray and black apron in front of a Community Matters Cafe sign.
Food
Local chef reflects on James Beard nomination
Chef Chayil Johnson, James Beard Award semifinalist, spoke exclusively with CLTtoday about the recognition and his passion in the kitchen.
March 31, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A giant monitor reading "Sullenberger Aviation Museum" hangs over the US Airways flight inside a former airport hanger.
Play
Round up the family for these kid-friendly activities around Charlotte
Check out these kid-friendly activities for the little ones, from treetop adventures to art museums.
March 28, 2025
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Dylan Aycock
A group of people on a stage with shovels.
Development
Hornets’ new practice facility under construction
City leaders, Hornets players, Novant Health, and Spectrum Center staff broke ground on the new performance center that will house the team’s practice facility and retail space.
March 26, 2025
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Maria Adnado
A group of people standing on a soccer field with two pit bull terriers posing for photos.
Sports
Carolina Ascent FC to host first-ever “Pups at the Pitch”
The Carolinas’ only women’s professional soccer team is hosting adoptable dogs during their “Pups at the Pitch” match on Saturday, March 29.
March 26, 2025
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Maria Adnado
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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
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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
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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
A hand in blue reaching toward various shades of pink fabric.
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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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
People walking around a farmers market with vegetables on display.
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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