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Maria Adnado

City Editor, CLTtoday

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.

A stream train adorned with Christmas lights next to a beautifully decorated village with lights.
Events
Tweetsie Christmas brings holidays to the High Country
The annual event kicks off on Friday, Nov. 29 and provides a festive start to the holiday season.
November 25, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Arts
Get to know the performers in Charlotte Ballet’s Nutcracker
The annual ballet at Belk Theater has provided holiday magic for decades.
November 22, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A giant inflated Turkey with a purple robe being pulled by a green tractor.
Events
Novant Thanksgiving Eve Parade will draw thousands to Uptown
The annual event showcases Charlotte-area businesses, organizations, and communities during a mile-long parade route along Tryon Street.
November 22, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A collage photo with Gwen Stefani, Dave Matthews on guitar, and Benson Boone.
Events
Headliners announced for 2025 Lovin’ Life Music Festival
Gwen Stefani, Dave Matthews Band, and Benson Boone will take the stage during the three-day festival taking over Uptown May 2-5, 2025.
November 21, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Development
Housing affordability improving across Charlotte
The Childress Klein Center for Real Estate released the 2024 State of Housing in Charlotte amid a major development milestone being reached at Eastland Yards.
November 20, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A truck driving through a tunnel of lights with dangling lit snowflakes and three Christmas trees.
Events
Speedway Christmas races into Concord for the holiday season
The annual event at Charlotte Motor Speedway brings millions of lights and holiday cheer to people of all ages around the Charlotte area.
November 20, 2024
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Maria Adnado
An aerial view of Truist Field in the early evening with people getting on an ice rink.
Events
Uptown to “get lit” for 5th annual Light the Knights Festival
The festive event will bring an outdoor ice rink, snow tubing hill, holiday light display, shopping, and more to Truist Field.
November 18, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A group of people standing and smiling in front of a large silver art piece outside next to a green banner that reads "For the love of Charlotte."
Education
UNC Charlotte reaches midpoint of $500 million fundraising campaign
“For the Love of Charlotte” is the university’s largest campaign ever + will build a pipeline for young professionals into the Queen City.
November 18, 2024
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Maria Adnado
An outdoor ice rink in the middle of a baseball field with red fireworks going up.
Sports
Tickets on sale for Uptown’s upcoming collegiate outdoor hockey games
Three of the four scheduled games will take place Nov. 21-23 when six university teams shred the ice at Truist Field.
November 14, 2024
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Maria Adnado
The exterior of The Dunhill Hotel in daylight.
Tourism and Hospitality
Historic hotel celebrates 95 years in Uptown
The Dunhill Hotel is hosting several events to celebrate its historic standing among a growing landscape.
November 12, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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City
Spend a day riding the Light Rail
Tired of getting stuck in traffic? Charlotte’s light rail lines provide an easy method of public transportation across the city.
November 8, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A field full of Christmas lights and a giant lit Christmas Tree.
Play
Winter events to enjoy in Charlotte
Make the most of the holiday season with this list of the best local events and activities happening this winter.
November 8, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A wintry background with snowflakes that reads "CLTtoday's 2024 Gift Guide."
Culture
CLTtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 8, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
A packed Bank of America stadium with the Uptown skyline in the background.
Sports
Two Duke’s Mayo Classic matchups announced
West Virginia and Virginia will face off in two upcoming Duke’s Mayo Classic games at Bank of America Stadium.
November 6, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A table with turkey and gravy, glazed carrots, mashed potatoes, and wines.
Food
Start ordering that Thanksgiving meal
Whether you need a little help with side items, getting a turkey, or that sweet finale (hello, pie), this list outlines several local businesses accepting orders for your Thanksgiving.
November 6, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A woman smiling in a white coat leaning outside the Salt and Souls door.
Wellness
Charlotte’s first salt cave prepares to open
The new getaway in Plaza Midwood promises a relaxing environment in a unique salt-filled room.
November 4, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A sign for Price's Chicken Coop with a blue sky in the background.
Food
Charlotte restaurants you miss the most
CLTtoday readers shared which local restaurants + meals they miss the most — and we think you’ll agree.
November 4, 2024
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Maria Adnado
An GIF of Charlotte FC players and a post-game fireworks show at the Bank of America Stadium.
Sports
Charlotte FC to play in historic, first-ever home playoff game
The team will face Orlando City SC in a best-of-three playoff series as part of the Audi 2024 MLS Cup.
October 31, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A close-up shot of the entire Firebird sculpture with two people walking by and a brick building in the background.
Culture
Iconic sculpture, The Firebird, celebrates 15 years in Uptown
The Firebird is known to be one of the most Instagrammable spots in Uptown.
October 31, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Events
Annual Día de Muertos Festival to draw thousands
The 20th annual Día de Muertos Festival boasts activities, live music, and a celebration of deep-rooted tradition.
October 29, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A man in an overcoat and hat holding a lantern guiding a group along N. Tryon Street.
Tourism and Hospitality
The ghosts of Charlotte past
As All Hallows Eve nears, now may be the perfect time for a ghost tour around the Queen City.
October 29, 2024
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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
On exhibit: Charlotte’s must-see museums
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or sports fan, these museums in Charlotte have it all.
October 25, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A train with the letters NC and a star on the front.
Travel and Outdoors
All aboard: How to ride Amtrak in Charlotte
Taking the train isn’t just for commuters — it’s also for leisure travel that’s growing in popularity.
October 25, 2024
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Maria Adnado
People getting sprayed with colorful paint against a white wall.
Business
Immersive video game venue coming to Charlotte
This will be Beat the Bomb’s first location in the Carolinas, bringing video games, slime, paint, and fun to South End.
October 25, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A large red brick building with a silver "firebird" statue out front.
Culture
Bechtler Museum of Modern Art to celebrate 15 years in Uptown
The museum in Uptown boasts a wide collection of art by internationally known artists.
October 23, 2024
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Maria Adnado
Fans watch the Carolina Panthers play at Bank of America Stadium
Play
Your guide to Charlotte’s sports scene
From the turf to the ice, we’re sharing all the details of the Queen City’s sports teams.
October 21, 2024
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Maria Adnado
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Events
Music stars to perform sold out benefit concert for western North Carolina
Attending (or want to watch) the “Concert for Carolina” benefit concert at Bank of America Stadium? Here’s everything you need to know.
October 21, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A rotating gif of two 2-story homes and a one-story home.
Real Estate
Hot Homes: Three Charlotte-area homes on the market
Whether you’re looking for a cozy living room or luxurious closet space, there’s a home on the market for you.
October 21, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A table with a wide varity of foods and two hands grabbing chips and a tomato.
Food
Where to grab a late night bite in Charlotte
Sometimes you get the late night munchies, so we’re helping out with a list of spots that stay open late around Charlotte.
October 17, 2024
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Maria Adnado
A rainbow-colored hot air balloon soaring into a blue sky and white clouds.
Travel and Outdoors
Look up: Carolina BalloonFest returns to draw thousands
Float to the sky with us as this annual hot air balloon festival makes its return in nearby Statesville.
October 16, 2024
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