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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.

Dating

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.

How to watch Hornets games this season

The Charlotte Hornets have completed an overhaul of how fans can watch games — from streaming to traditional broadcast.

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The Charlotte Hornets have completed an overhaul of how fans can watch games — from streaming to traditional broadcast. Why it matters: Fans haven&#x27;t known how or where to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="watch games" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/01/08/nba-fans-illegal-streaming-survey" data-vars-content-id="ff8c4d76-a840-41e3-8cf8-8bb449af7143" data-vars-headline="How to watch Hornets games this season" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/01/08/nba-fans-illegal-streaming-survey" target="_self">watch games</a> due to inconsistent distribution across the league. The Hornets are working to rectify that.

Stay in a Charlotte FC player's Airbnb at Carolina Beach

Brandt and Rebecca Bronico plan to add a pool to their latest Airbnb.

Charlotte FC midfielder <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Brandt Bronico" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/10/17/photos-axios-charlottes-10-year-anniversary-party" data-vars-content-id="582569eb-d7b0-4fce-990b-13cf1f8b2718" data-vars-headline="Stay in a Charlotte FC player&#x27;s Airbnb at Carolina Beach" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/10/17/photos-axios-charlottes-10-year-anniversary-party" target="_self">Brandt Bronico</a> and his wife Rebecca have expanded their Airbnb roster, adding a coastal paradise at <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Carolina Beach" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/05/24/best-beaches-north-carolina-guide-travel-tourism" data-vars-content-id="582569eb-d7b0-4fce-990b-13cf1f8b2718" data-vars-headline="Stay in a Charlotte FC player&#x27;s Airbnb at Carolina Beach" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/05/24/best-beaches-north-carolina-guide-travel-tourism" target="_self">Carolina Beach</a>. Why it matters: This is the couple&#x27;s first Airbnb on the coast, and it also holds a special place for them as a family.

North Carolina is betting millions on Charlotte's biggest events

Sports betting taxes are helping North Carolina compete for the WTA Finals and other marquee events.

<figure><img alt="WTA Finals trophy in front of a sign reading &quot;2027 WTA FINALS CHARLOTTE.&quot; " height="450" id="1ff5d7a8-e515-45dc-97e0-319621e44e81" src="https://images.axios.com/dU_MfxyPWfRWoL9uApC6ptlYVsA=/2026/09/18/1789753413830.gif" width="800"/><figcaption>Video: Ashley Mahoney/Axios</figcaption></figure>Public <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="investment to secure major events" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/09/16/wta-tennis-charlotte-wta-finals-spectrum-center" data-vars-content-id="1dcdc7f2-486e-4cc1-9211-367eac9b41e3" data-vars-headline="North Carolina is betting millions on Charlotte&#x27;s biggest events" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/09/16/wta-tennis-charlotte-wta-finals-spectrum-center" target="_self">investment to secure major events</a> is now part of doing business as cities and states compete for capital, Wake Forest economics professor Todd McFall tells Axios.Why it matters: North Carolina&#x27;s $14.4 million commitment to bring the Women&#x27;s Tennis Association Finals to Charlotte shows how the state is using sports betting tax revenue to compete for marquee events.

Charlotte just made a major tennis move

WTA will bring its HQ and finals to Charlotte.

The Women&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Tennis" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/11/05/tennis-complex-river-district-facility-tournament" data-vars-content-id="bb63022a-419d-43d9-b74b-d0b3506fa98b" data-vars-headline="Charlotte just made a major tennis move" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/11/05/tennis-complex-river-district-facility-tournament" target="_self">Tennis</a> Association is moving its corporate headquarters to Charlotte. The city will also host the annual WTA Finals for the next three years starting in 2027, the Charlotte Sports Foundation announced Wednesday morning.Why it matters: It&#x27;s a move that will bring jobs to Charlotte and some of the biggest stars in the sport to Uptown.

Where to tailgate, pregame and park for Panthers games

Here’s what you need to know to be game-day ready.

The Carolina Panthers kick off the 2026 season at Bank of America Stadium this weekend.Why it matters: Fans are hungry for football and hopeful for a win to start the season.

College football crowds are booming. Charlotte is making room

The 49ers' $70 million stadium expansion will add roughly 3,000 seats ahead of the 2027 season.

College <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="football&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/09/02/places-to-watch-college-football-in-charlotte" data-vars-content-id="1002d4b7-47a7-4a02-b5fb-d75d42291caa" data-vars-headline="College football crowds are booming. Charlotte is making room" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2022/09/02/places-to-watch-college-football-in-charlotte" target="_self">football&#x27;s</a> top tier is on track to set an attendance record of 39 million this season.Why it matters: Total attendance at Football Bowl Subdivision games last season was just a few big games short of California&#x27;s population.

25+ places to watch college football in Charlotte

The upcoming Labor Day weekend means college football is back. Here's where to watch your team.

Food and Drink

Football season, it’s good to see you.State of play: The upcoming Labor Day weekend means college football is back.

The cost of a Panthers game for a family: $1,200

A Panthers game family outing is up $61 from last season.

If you want to take your family to a Panthers game this year, you may want to set aside some money now.<ul><li>A family of four is expected to spend $1,202.89 to see a game at Bank of America Stadium this year, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="according to Action Network." data-vars-click-url="https://www.actionnetwork.com/nfl/the-cheapest-and-most-expensive-nfl-stadiums-for-families-in-2026" data-vars-content-id="c7f7f0a8-2ebd-4444-bf1b-0ad6e0224788" data-vars-headline="The cost of a Panthers game for a family: $1,200" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.actionnetwork.com/nfl/the-cheapest-and-most-expensive-nfl-stadiums-for-families-in-2026" target="_blank">according to Action Network.</a></li></ul>

Inside Hornets $190M center with float pod, barbershop

The Hornets new practice facility offers everything a player may need.

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Charlotte Hornets&#x27;" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/04/charlotte-hornets-practice-facility-2027" data-vars-content-id="ef1cdd26-03bd-4b1f-9b20-4aa19b6f5e88" data-vars-headline="Inside Hornets $190M center with float pod, barbershop" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/04/charlotte-hornets-practice-facility-2027" target="_self">Charlotte Hornets&#x27;</a> new $190 million facility won&#x27;t just be a place to practice when it opens next spring. It&#x27;ll be a place for their star athletes to get a haircut or massage, record podcasts, play video games and recover in a float pod.Why it matters: While those promises may not have been enough to keep <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="LaMelo Ball" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/06/25/charlotte-hornets-trade-star-player-lamelo-ball" data-vars-content-id="ef1cdd26-03bd-4b1f-9b20-4aa19b6f5e88" data-vars-headline="Inside Hornets $190M center with float pod, barbershop" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/06/25/charlotte-hornets-trade-star-player-lamelo-ball" target="_self">LaMelo Ball</a> around, the Hornets ultimately expect the 160,000-square-foot Novant Health Performance Center to rival other NBA teams&#x27; facilities and help recruit and retain players.

Panthers fans share their favorite Luke Kuechly memories

Carolina Panthers legend Luke Kuechly will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Saturday.

Carolina Panthers <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="legend" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/02/08/julius-peppers-to-be-inducted-into-the-pro-football-hall-of-fame" data-vars-content-id="0efee37b-990c-4eb7-b2f1-7b05b91a0a36" data-vars-headline="Panthers fans share their favorite Luke Kuechly memories" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/02/08/julius-peppers-to-be-inducted-into-the-pro-football-hall-of-fame" target="_self">legend</a> Luke Kuechly will be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Saturday. Why it matters: Kuechly wasn&#x27;t just a good football player. He&#x27;s one of the most beloved professional athletes to play ball in this town.

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How to watch Hornets games this season

Stay in a Charlotte FC player's Airbnb at Carolina Beach

North Carolina is betting millions on Charlotte's biggest events

Charlotte just made a major tennis move

Where to tailgate, pregame and park for Panthers games