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In a dual review of dueling comedies (not really, just overlapping runs), theatre critics Perry Tannenbaum tackles Three Bone Theatre's 'Eureka Day' and Davidson Community Players' 'Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike' in one fell swoop.
'Eureka Day' and 'Vanya...' Disagree Agreeably in Separate Productions | Queen City Nerve
Three Bone Theatre brought Jonathan Spector’s 'Eureka Day' to the QC while DCP's 'Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike' is at the Cain Center.
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November 14, 2025 at 8:45 PM
In a dual review of dueling comedies (not really, just overlapping runs), theatre critics Perry Tannenbaum tackles Three Bone Theatre's 'Eureka Day' and Davidson Community Players' 'Vanya and Sonia and Masha and Spike' in one fell swoop.
Today, 704 Shop launches its (En)Vision online auction, featuring a one-off run of gear created by the folks at Lions Services, which employs and serves the blind and visually impaired. The auction, which mostly features gear for local sports teams, ends on Dec. 14.
704 Shop Launches (En)Vision Line in Partnership with Lions Services | Queen City Nerve
704 Shop announced a new partnership with Lions Services, which provides employment opportunities to blind and visually impaired folks.
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November 14, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Today, 704 Shop launches its (En)Vision online auction, featuring a one-off run of gear created by the folks at Lions Services, which employs and serves the blind and visually impaired. The auction, which mostly features gear for local sports teams, ends on Dec. 14.
Sitting at 5-5, the Carolina Panthers have been winning games they aren’t expected to and dropping the ones they should take. What to make of this team? Darrell Horwitz with the midseason review:
Panthers Remain in Mid Form at Midseason. What's Needed? | Queen City Nerve
The Carolina Panthers have been winning games they aren’t expected to and dropping the ones they should take easily.
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November 14, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Sitting at 5-5, the Carolina Panthers have been winning games they aren’t expected to and dropping the ones they should take. What to make of this team? Darrell Horwitz with the midseason review:
For the nearly 25% of CMS students whose families rely on SNAP, November has been an especially fraught month up until now, but the ongoing hunger crisis in North Carolina doesn't end when the shutdown does.
Educators Scramble to Support Students Amid Hunger Crisis | Queen City Nerve
For the nearly 25% of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools students who rely on SNAP every day, November has brought more intense uncertainty.
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November 13, 2025 at 5:17 PM
For the nearly 25% of CMS students whose families rely on SNAP, November has been an especially fraught month up until now, but the ongoing hunger crisis in North Carolina doesn't end when the shutdown does.
US Customs and Border Protection is reportedly planning to deploy agents to the Queen City for a mass deportation operation the agency is calling “Charlotte’s Web.” Here's what local leaders are saying and what to expect if that happens:
Local Leaders Respond to Potential CBP Deployment in Charlotte | Queen City Nerve
Local officials are scrambling for answers following reports on Tuesday that US CBP is planning to deploy agents in Charlotte.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM
US Customs and Border Protection is reportedly planning to deploy agents to the Queen City for a mass deportation operation the agency is calling “Charlotte’s Web.” Here's what local leaders are saying and what to expect if that happens:
The St. Lloyd Presbyterian Church Cemetery Foundation formed in 2023 to honor the legacy of its namesake historic Black church by preserving cemetery sites in its original SouthPark and Grier Heights locations. Today they mark a milestone.
Cemetery Preservation Project Honors Historic Black Church in Grier Heights | Queen City Nerve
A preservation project in Charlotte’s Grier Heights aims to restore the historic St. Lloyd Presbyterian Church Cemetery.
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November 12, 2025 at 4:56 PM
The St. Lloyd Presbyterian Church Cemetery Foundation formed in 2023 to honor the legacy of its namesake historic Black church by preserving cemetery sites in its original SouthPark and Grier Heights locations. Today they mark a milestone.
Vol. 8, Issue 2: As Digital Noir turns 10, we talk to DJ Spider about the Charlotte Dark Scene. Plus, preserving a historic Black church cemetery in Grier Heights, SNAP in schools, Black Charlotte at Carolina Theatre, Neek Tea Co.’s relaunch, food pantries in CLT & more.
November 12, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Vol. 8, Issue 2: As Digital Noir turns 10, we talk to DJ Spider about the Charlotte Dark Scene. Plus, preserving a historic Black church cemetery in Grier Heights, SNAP in schools, Black Charlotte at Carolina Theatre, Neek Tea Co.’s relaunch, food pantries in CLT & more.
We are what we eat, and we’re a damn good city. Our 2025 Best in the Nest Food & Drink Critics' Picks highlight the top culinary spots in Charlotte from fine dining to pop-ups and take-out spots.
Food & Drink Critics' Pick Winners: Best in the Nest 2025 | Queen City Nerve
Queen City Nerve's critics name the best restaurants and bars in Charlotte in 2025 for the annual Best in the Nest issue.
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November 11, 2025 at 9:29 PM
We are what we eat, and we’re a damn good city. Our 2025 Best in the Nest Food & Drink Critics' Picks highlight the top culinary spots in Charlotte from fine dining to pop-ups and take-out spots.
We can’t buy time but what else is for sale? Our Best in the Nest Consumer Culture Critics' Picks highlight some of the best the city has to offer in retail, health & wellness, fashion, pop-ups and products.
Consumer Culture Critics’ Pick Winners: Best in the Nest 2025 | Queen City Nerve
Chosen by the critics on staff of Queen City Nerve, here are the best shops and retail ventures in Charlotte for 2025.
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November 11, 2025 at 4:08 PM
We can’t buy time but what else is for sale? Our Best in the Nest Consumer Culture Critics' Picks highlight some of the best the city has to offer in retail, health & wellness, fashion, pop-ups and products.
After issuing partial November benefits to North Carolina SNAP recipients on Friday, the NC DHHS was on track to issue the remainder over the weekend. However, a decision by the White House to appeal a court ruling forced the state to pause its payout.
Trump Order Halts Full Dispersal of SNAP Benefits in NC | Queen City Nerve
A decision by the White House to appeal a court ruling forced NCDHHS to pause its payout of full SNAP benefits over the weekend.
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November 10, 2025 at 4:22 PM
After issuing partial November benefits to North Carolina SNAP recipients on Friday, the NC DHHS was on track to issue the remainder over the weekend. However, a decision by the White House to appeal a court ruling forced the state to pause its payout.
Reporting from WSOC this week found that a man who died while incarcerated at the Mecklenburg County Detention Center in August overdosed on meds that jail staff mistakenly provided him. That and four more stories you might have missed in the Roundup:
Man Who Died in Uptown Jail Was Fed Wrong Meds, Autopsy Shows | Queen City Nerve
An autopsy lists "methadone toxicity" as the cause of death for a man who died while incarcerated at the Mecklenburg County Detention Center.
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November 8, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Reporting from WSOC this week found that a man who died while incarcerated at the Mecklenburg County Detention Center in August overdosed on meds that jail staff mistakenly provided him. That and four more stories you might have missed in the Roundup:
Every year needs a good soundtrack. The artists honored in this year's Music Critics' Picks helped make that happen in Charlotte over the last year.
Music Critics’ Pick Winners: Best in the Nest 2025 | Queen City Nerve
The best of Charlotte's music scenes as chosen by Queen City Nerve's critics, staff and contributing writers.
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November 7, 2025 at 8:41 PM
Every year needs a good soundtrack. The artists honored in this year's Music Critics' Picks helped make that happen in Charlotte over the last year.
Creatives continue to act as the heart and soul of our city, and therefore the heart and soul of Queen City Nerve. It's been a great year in visual arts, theatre, dance, film, photography, poetry and all things creative. Check out our Critics' Picks:
Arts & Entertainment Critics’ Pick Winners: Best in the Nest 2025 | Queen City Nerve
Creatives continue to act as the heart and soul of our city, and therefore the heart and soul of Queen City Nerve. Back to all categories Winners: Download your award graphics …
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November 7, 2025 at 5:53 PM
Creatives continue to act as the heart and soul of our city, and therefore the heart and soul of Queen City Nerve. It's been a great year in visual arts, theatre, dance, film, photography, poetry and all things creative. Check out our Critics' Picks:
Former adult film star Stormy Daniels, a tireless thorn in the side of Donald Trump, wrapped up her tour at The Comedy Club at Duckworth’s in Charlotte this week with a mix of stand-up, storytelling and Q&A. Joshua Robbins was there to review:
Stormy Daniels Tells Her Side During Duckworth's Show | Queen City Nerve
Former adult film star Stormy Daniels wrapped up her tour in Charlotte with a mix of stand-up comedy, storytelling and a short Q&A session.
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November 6, 2025 at 4:25 PM
Former adult film star Stormy Daniels, a tireless thorn in the side of Donald Trump, wrapped up her tour at The Comedy Club at Duckworth’s in Charlotte this week with a mix of stand-up, storytelling and Q&A. Joshua Robbins was there to review:
Every day there are folks working hard to ensure a better future for our city. In our City Life Critics' Picks, we honor the best of the city's community organizers, nonprofits, advocates, preservationists and the like.
City Life Critics’ Pick Winners: Best in the Nest 2025 | Queen City Nerve
The best of Charlotte's city life — highlighting its leaders and meaningful communities by Queen City Nerve staff writers and contributors.
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November 5, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Every day there are folks working hard to ensure a better future for our city. In our City Life Critics' Picks, we honor the best of the city's community organizers, nonprofits, advocates, preservationists and the like.
More than 175,000 Mecklenburg County residents voted in this year's general election, approving a sales tax increase to fund more transportation infrastructure, reelecting Mayor Vi Lyles to a fifth term and electing two new members to Charlotte City Council.
Election Results: Transit Tax Passes, Dems Pick Up Council Seat | Queen City Nerve
Voters approved a sales tax increase for more transportation infrastructure on Tuesday. More on that and other election results.
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November 5, 2025 at 3:02 PM
More than 175,000 Mecklenburg County residents voted in this year's general election, approving a sales tax increase to fund more transportation infrastructure, reelecting Mayor Vi Lyles to a fifth term and electing two new members to Charlotte City Council.
With Jill Bloede’s bubbly direction of Agatha Christie's 'Murder on the Orient Express,' running at Theatre Charlotte's Queens Road Barn through Sunday, the treacherous trip rattles along with a savory continental flavor. Perry Tannenbaum's full review:
Theatre Charlotte's 'Murder on the Orient Express' Is a Clue-ful Poirot Treat | Queen City Nerve
Now that Ken Ludwig’s adaptation has opened at the Queens Road Barn, we can thank Agatha Christie for 'Murder on the Orient Express.'
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November 4, 2025 at 9:24 PM
With Jill Bloede’s bubbly direction of Agatha Christie's 'Murder on the Orient Express,' running at Theatre Charlotte's Queens Road Barn through Sunday, the treacherous trip rattles along with a savory continental flavor. Perry Tannenbaum's full review:
Giveon had the crowd fully engaged during his show at Skyla Amphitheatre, the last of the season for the Music Factory venue, on Saturday before heading to Fenway Park and MSG to wrap up his Dear, Beloved tour.
Giveon Brings Warmth to Season-Ending Skyla Show | Queen City Nerve
Giveon had the crowd fully engaged during his show at Skyla Amphitheatre, the last of the season for the Music Factory venue, on Saturday.
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November 4, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Giveon had the crowd fully engaged during his show at Skyla Amphitheatre, the last of the season for the Music Factory venue, on Saturday before heading to Fenway Park and MSG to wrap up his Dear, Beloved tour.
Our 7th annual Best in the Nest issue is now fully online, highlighting hundreds of winners in Charlotte's arts, entertainment, music, food & drink, community work, city life, retail and nightlife scenes with readers' and critics' picks.
The Best in Charlotte: Best in the Nest 2025 | Queen City Nerve
The best of everything in Charlotte in categories including City Life, Hall of Shame, Consumer Culture, Food & Drink, Social Life, Arts & Music & more.
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November 3, 2025 at 5:55 PM
Our 7th annual Best in the Nest issue is now fully online, highlighting hundreds of winners in Charlotte's arts, entertainment, music, food & drink, community work, city life, retail and nightlife scenes with readers' and critics' picks.
In the Roundup: CMPD Officer Who Body Slammed Student Investigated, Federal Ruling Could Resume Partial SNAP Benefits, CMPD Names First Woman Chief in Department History, Details Emerge About What Led to Last Week's Police Shooting, City Leaders Break Ground on Anticipated I-277 Pedestrian Bridge.
5 Things to Know: CMPD Officer Who Body Slammed West Charlotte Student Under Investigation | Queen City Nerve
CMPD is conducting a criminal investigation into how one of its officers responded to a fight between students at West Charlotte HS this week.
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November 1, 2025 at 8:02 PM
In the Roundup: CMPD Officer Who Body Slammed Student Investigated, Federal Ruling Could Resume Partial SNAP Benefits, CMPD Names First Woman Chief in Department History, Details Emerge About What Led to Last Week's Police Shooting, City Leaders Break Ground on Anticipated I-277 Pedestrian Bridge.
(NO PAYWALL) SNAP helps feed 1.4 million North Carolinians, including 138,500 residents in Mecklenburg County. Galen Bacharier with NC Newsline breaks down how each county is affected while we provide updates and resources for local SNAP beneficiaries.
Looming SNAP Pause Will Impact 1.4M North Carolinians in Urban and Rural Counties Alike | Queen City Nerve
A breakdown of how many residents receive SNAP benefits in North Carolina and where the looming pause will hit hardest.
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October 31, 2025 at 4:57 PM
(NO PAYWALL) SNAP helps feed 1.4 million North Carolinians, including 138,500 residents in Mecklenburg County. Galen Bacharier with NC Newsline breaks down how each county is affected while we provide updates and resources for local SNAP beneficiaries.
Halloween is upon us. If you’ve been too busy to plan for the frightful night and want to have some creepy fun, we have 13 ghoulish get-togethers for your last-minute Halloween plans. Live music, bar crawls, horror film screenings and everything in between.
Last-Minute Guide to Halloween Events in Charlotte | Queen City Nerve
We've compiled a list of 13 Halloween events in Charlotte that aren't yet sold out for you to make last-minute Halloween plans.
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October 30, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Halloween is upon us. If you’ve been too busy to plan for the frightful night and want to have some creepy fun, we have 13 ghoulish get-togethers for your last-minute Halloween plans. Live music, bar crawls, horror film screenings and everything in between.
Tons of happy campers in the QC today! We highlight hundreds of winners in Charlotte’s arts, entertainment, music, food & drink, community work, city life, retail and nightlife scenes separated by readers’ and critics’ picks in our 7th annual Best in the Nest issue. Pick one up!
October 29, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Tons of happy campers in the QC today! We highlight hundreds of winners in Charlotte’s arts, entertainment, music, food & drink, community work, city life, retail and nightlife scenes separated by readers’ and critics’ picks in our 7th annual Best in the Nest issue. Pick one up!
In one of two op-eds about the transit tax referendum published to our site today, Clayton Sealey explains why he’ll be voting Yes for the imperfect plan while laying out ways to make sure it has the most positive impacts possible on our city.
OPINION: Why I'm Voting Yes on the Transit Tax Referendum | Queen City Nerve
One of the defining moments of my life as both an urbanist and a native Charlottean came on the opening day of the Blue Line light rail in November 2007. …
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October 27, 2025 at 2:43 PM
In one of two op-eds about the transit tax referendum published to our site today, Clayton Sealey explains why he’ll be voting Yes for the imperfect plan while laying out ways to make sure it has the most positive impacts possible on our city.
Straight outta Tampa, Doechii has catapulted to success in the last couple of years, and Thursday's show at Bojangles Coliseum proved that she's more than ready to meet the moment.
Doechii Takes the BoPlex to School in Live From the Swamp Stop | Queen City Nerve
Doechii's tour stop at Bojangles Coliseum proved that the nascent performer is more than ready for the moment.
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October 24, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Straight outta Tampa, Doechii has catapulted to success in the last couple of years, and Thursday's show at Bojangles Coliseum proved that she's more than ready to meet the moment.