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Maria Delgado

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.

The 46th annual Yiasou Greek Festival is filled with live performances, dancing, Greek cuisine, and more.
Transforming Nations Ford is calling on the City of Charlotte for investment and support in building community space.
The new creative hub by Blumenthal Arts will feature free and ticketed events in the former Charlotte Pipe and Foundry space.
Drivers will need to pay to park on city streets until 10 p.m. starting on Tuesday, Sept. 3.
Check out these Charlotte-area homes that offer the ultimate place to call home.
The 704 Shop has a history of giving Charlotteans (and honorary Charlotteans) the outfits needed to represent the Queen City in style.
There’s various events during the holiday weekend in and around the Queen City.
Tosco Music has hosted “music parties” across the Queen City for decades, making live music accessible for the community.
The inaugural Black College Invitational Championship will fill Bojangles Coliseum in March 2025.
Spice up your physical routine by taking a class at The Amp, an amphitheater in the heart of Ballantyne.
Organizers have planned pop-up markets in cities around the US + Argentina since 2017 before coming to the Queen City.
VisArt Video hosts weekly workout events to bring the community together to break a sweat and share some laughs.
The new show by Mixed Metaphors Productions allows the audience to walk through a home and face what it means to live in Charlotte.
From Huntersville to Ballantyne, we’re giving you all the pertinent details about some of the elementary, middle, and high schools in Charlotte.
The GOAT + Jordan Chiles and more of the country’s best gymnasts are touring with the Athleta Presents Gold Over America Tour.
Charlotte’s biggest annual festival and parade will bring dozens of vendors, performers, and visitors to celebrate Pride.
The Charlotte region saw a record-setting $5.8 billion spent in 2023 by tourism within the county.
The community-driven organization gives children the opportunity to harness curiosity and creativity to create a sustainable future.
Tickets are almost sold out to see Carolina Ascent FC play Saturday, Aug. 17 at American Legion Memorial Stadium.
Formerly known as “Epicentre,” Queen City Quarter is expanding its businesses to breathe new life to Uptown.
The studio provides massage and sauna services for anyone looking to melt stress away.
Thanks to Charli xcx’s hit pop album, we’re here to decode why “brat” is all over the airwaves, internet, and right outside your front door.
Breaking, or breakdancing, is making its Olympic debut in Paris. If you’re curious about the dance, there are studios in Charlotte ready to start you off on the right foot.
As heavy rain is forecasted for the Queen City, there are areas to avoid when flooding occurs.
The roaming drinkery collaborates with local restaurants and business to create unique cocktails for a limited time before moving to a new temporary residency.
The Whitewater Center is a training ground for Olympians + boasts the largest man-made whitewater rapids in the country, biking + hiking trails, and hosts live events almost daily.
The nonprofit organization is a branch of PORCH Communities that works to feed families across the Carolinas and 10 states.
Whether you are new to the green or skilled with a golf club, Charlotte venues provide lessons for all skill levels.
Whether serving for fun, building community, or dreaming of competing in the 2028 Olympic Games, get your feet in the sand at volleyball venues across the Queen City.
ZABS Place is more than a thrift boutique; it’s a dedicated shop and organization that provides a safe space for employees and friends of all abilities.