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The Phillips House and Morris Barn, the home of longtime Matthews postmaster Pete Phillips, is a unique early twentieth century in-town farmhouse and agricultural operation.  

Home of two-term Charlotte mayor Victor Shaw (1949-1953), whose mayoral tenure included securing the bond referendum to finance the Charlotte Coliseum and Ovens Auditorium 

Severe Weather Preparedness Week for North Carolina is March 3 to March 9, 2024.

Mecklenburg County is honoring a long-time pillar of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg educational community in recognition of her 107th birthday. At this week’s regular meeting, the Board of County Commissioners proclaimed Jan. 17 as “Julia Ann McKnight Teamer Day.” 

The Atlantic Coast Conference Board of Directors announced Tuesday it has selected Charlotte as the future home of its headquarters operation, continuing the strong legacy of a North Carolina-based ACC.

The Bagley-Mullen House, constructed by Charlotte entrepreneur Edgar M. Andrews, is the only local example of the French Chateauresque architectural style. 

Designed by noted local architect C. C. Hook, the Villalonga-Alexander House is Dilworth’s largest remaining private residence.

The state of North Carolina allows homeowners to do their own wiring in their homes, provided the homeowner will  personally will reside in the home, and that it is not for rent or intended for sale within one year after you complete the electrical installation. All electrical installations, changes, additions, or modifications to wiring systems are subject to permitting and inspections.

In addition to being one of the older homes in the most elite enclave of Charlotte’s Myers Park neighborhood, the Lambeth-Gossett House is one of the city’s finest examples of Bungalow-influenced architecture.