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Former Hornets player lists south Charlotte mansion for $3.8M

Take a look around Gerald Henderson Jr.'s modern estate in Olde Providence South with a basketball court and access to Carmel Country Club.

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This south Charlotte mansion could be yours for $3,795,000.Why it matters: The Olde Providence South property belongs to former NBA player, Gerald Henderson Jr., according to property records.

Shoot your shot at these 18 single Charlotteans

These Charlotteans are single and ready to mingle. Find out who your type may be — and shoot your shot.

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Single in Charlotte? Meet 18 other Charlotteans who are, too.State of play: We&#x27;re shaking things up with our usual <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Blind Date series" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/06/29/axios-charlotte-blind-date-update-2026" data-vars-content-id="6ba31192-a51a-464b-9165-86e9127be00d" data-vars-headline="Shoot your shot at these 18 single Charlotteans" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/06/29/axios-charlotte-blind-date-update-2026" target="_self">Blind Date series</a>. And this time, we&#x27;re letting you shoot your shot.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools' top-paid employees in 2026

The ex-superintendent makes more in severance than anyone.

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For a transparent look at how taxpayer dollars are spent, Axios keeps a list of the highest-paid government <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="employees" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/10/21/who-does-what-in-local-government-in-and-around-charlotte-311213" data-vars-content-id="b37d6fb6-0b77-4eee-9f44-abe67bc66e35" data-vars-headline="Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools&#x27; top-paid employees in 2026" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/10/21/who-does-what-in-local-government-in-and-around-charlotte-311213" target="_self">employees</a>.Why it matters: Local government must pay leaders enough to retain talent while still being responsible stewards of tax dollars.

Another corporate logo will join Charlotte's skyline

Huntington Bank will hang its sign on Charlotte's One South tower

Huntington <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="National Bank" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/03/06/banks-branch-expansion-huntington" data-vars-content-id="57e10ce2-bbcd-4931-b7b9-30a8e6b12a38" data-vars-headline="Another corporate logo will join Charlotte&#x27;s skyline" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/03/06/banks-branch-expansion-huntington" target="_self">National Bank</a> plans to hang its green logo, with synchronizable lights, atop the 40-story One South office tower in Uptown.Why it matters: Ohio-based Huntington is the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="next" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/06/13/wells-fargo-sign-skyline-uptown-letters-helicopter" data-vars-content-id="57e10ce2-bbcd-4931-b7b9-30a8e6b12a38" data-vars-headline="Another corporate logo will join Charlotte&#x27;s skyline" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/06/13/wells-fargo-sign-skyline-uptown-letters-helicopter" target="_self">next</a> corporation daring to make its mark on Charlotte&#x27;s skyline, following the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="controversial Wells Fargo" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/10/02/wells-fargo-sign-uptown-skyline-duke-energy-center-tryon-opinions-340669" data-vars-content-id="57e10ce2-bbcd-4931-b7b9-30a8e6b12a38" data-vars-headline="Another corporate logo will join Charlotte&#x27;s skyline" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2023/10/02/wells-fargo-sign-uptown-skyline-duke-energy-center-tryon-opinions-340669" target="_self">controversial Wells Fargo</a> and Truist logo installations.

Hot homes: 6 houses for sale in Charlotte starting at $250K

New house listings in neighborhoods like Plaza Shamrock and Plaza Midwood, plus some within walking distance of parks and neighborhood favorites.

This week&#x27;s hot homes come with plenty of perks, from a Plaza Midwood property with a park in its backyard to a south Charlotte property built for entertaining.

Hot homes: 6 houses for sale in Charlotte ranging from $339K to $939K

New listings in neighborhoods like Plaza Midwood, NoDa, Madison Park, Elizabeth and more.

This week&#x27;s hot homes give you plenty of reasons to leave the car at home, from a fully furnished spot near the greenway to homes just a stroll from neighborhood hangouts.

Hot homes: 6 houses for sale in Charlotte ranging from $349K to $1M

New house listings that lean into character from neighborhoods in NoDa, Plaza Midwood, Windsor Park and more.

This week&#x27;s hot homes lean into character, from warm wooden details in a Starmount Forest property to concrete kitchen countertops in Plaza Midwood.

Nominations are open for our annual Home of the Year awards

We're seeking standout spaces across the Charlotte area for our ninth annual awards celebrating the work of local architects and designers.

We&#x27;re looking for standout spaces across the Charlotte area for our ninth annual <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Home of the Year" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/12/15/davidson-home-of-the-year-luxury-family-design-charlotte-home-of-the-year" data-vars-content-id="d370979a-8d4f-4580-b09c-9a1bd9b4cb75" data-vars-headline="Nominations are open for our annual Home of the Year awards" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/12/15/davidson-home-of-the-year-luxury-family-design-charlotte-home-of-the-year" target="_self">Home of the Year</a> award celebrating the work of local architects and designers.

Hot homes: 5 houses for sale in Charlotte, from $330K to $1.1M

New listings that make room for more, from a detached flex space in NoDa to a Plaza Midwood property with outdoor spaces.

This week&#x27;s hot homes make room for a little more, from a detached flex space in NoDa to a Plaza Midwood property with outdoor spaces made for hanging out.

Hot homes: 5 houses for sale in Charlotte from $325K to $1.7M

New listings with updates and flexible spaces, from a NoDa property with a backyard studio to a Plaza-Shamrock home with a garage apartment.

This week&#x27;s hot homes mix fresh updates with flexible spaces, from a NoDa property with room for a backyard studio to a Plaza-Shamrock listing with a fully finished detached garage apartment.

Hot homes: 5 houses for sale in Charlotte ranging from $365K to $1.2M

New listings make the most of their extra spaces, from an Oakhurst home with a bright sunroom to a Madison Park property with a dedicated dog run.

This week&#x27;s hot homes make the most of their extra spaces, from an Oakhurst listing with a bright sunroom to a Madison Park property with a dedicated dog run.

Hot homes: 5 houses for sale in Charlotte ranging from $365K to $1.1M

New listings with stylish kitchens in neighborhoods from Uptown to Villa Heights and more.

This week&#x27;s hot homes have kitchens with personality, from colorful cabinets and playful tile to a Villa Heights property with a second kitchen in its guest house.

Charlotte interior designer transforms college dorm rooms for free

See The Vogue Room Foundation's latest designs to help first-generation students start the school year with a stylish space of their own.

Students are heading back to college, and this local designer is turning basic dorms into <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="dream rooms" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/14/college-dorm-decor-economy" data-vars-content-id="5621a5cf-5c28-4f1c-aaa5-a50b6ec72ffb" data-vars-headline="Charlotte interior designer transforms college dorm rooms for free" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/14/college-dorm-decor-economy" target="_self">dream rooms</a> — for free.Why it matters: College costs go well beyond tuition, with families also footing the bill for housing, supplies and move-in expenses.

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Former Hornets player lists south Charlotte mansion for $3.8M

Hot homes: 6 houses for sale in Charlotte starting at $250K

Hot homes: 6 houses for sale in Charlotte ranging from $339K to $939K

Hot homes: 6 houses for sale in Charlotte ranging from $349K to $1M

Nominations are open for our annual Home of the Year awards