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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.

Real Estate

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.

News

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.

Confluence expands with outdoor music festival in South End

More than 45 artists will perform across Charlotte during three days of live music Oct. 8-10.

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<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Confluence" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/10/07/charlotte-music-destination-confluence-festival-conference-showcase" data-vars-content-id="c72fff41-7fd4-4df2-b2c0-04f1fd43a256" data-vars-headline="Confluence expands with outdoor music festival in South End" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/10/07/charlotte-music-destination-confluence-festival-conference-showcase" target="_self">Confluence</a> returns this month. Why it matters: Charlotte&#x27;s fourth annual <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="music industry conference" data-vars-click-url="https://confluencecarolinas.com/" data-vars-content-id="c72fff41-7fd4-4df2-b2c0-04f1fd43a256" data-vars-headline="Confluence expands with outdoor music festival in South End" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://confluencecarolinas.com/" target="_blank">music industry conference</a> is bringing a festival approach to this year&#x27;s event by expanding its live music offerings with Confluence Music Fest.

11 Charlotte-area pumpkin patches to visit this fall

Find this year's jack-o-lantern at these nearby pumpkin patches.

Hello, pumpkin season. Here are 11 pumpkin patches to check out around the Charlotte area.

15 can't-miss events in Charlotte this October

From Halloween shenanigans to stein-holding competitions, October is one of the best months to get out and about in Charlotte.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="It&#x27;s peak fall" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/09/24/things-to-do-charlotte-fall-2026" data-vars-content-id="9ba11a8f-d1d5-4b3c-8748-01c764db7376" data-vars-headline="15 can&#x27;t-miss events in Charlotte this October" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/09/24/things-to-do-charlotte-fall-2026" target="_self">It&#x27;s peak fall</a>. From Halloween shenanigans to stein-holding competitions, October is one of the best months to get out and about in Charlotte.

Weekender: 41 things to do in Charlotte this weekend

Events happening Oct. 2-4 include Hola Charlotte Festival, Kids Fest, Fab Fest, UNC Charlotte homecoming events, Panthers game, concerts and more.

This weekend is filled with fun things to do, from Kids Fest to the return of Hola Charlotte Festival.

The 11 biggest concerts in Charlotte this October

From Olivia Rodrigo to the Jonas Brothers, here are the biggest artists coming to Charlotte this month.

Music

Charlotte live music fans, here&#x27;s a list of 11 of the biggest concerts coming to the city in October.

5 things to do in Charlotte Sept. 28 - Oct. 2, 2026 

From a comedy show to a silent book club to your sourdough dreams, there's plenty to do in Charlotte this week.

From a comedy show to a silent book club to your sourdough dreams, there&#x27;s plenty to do in Charlotte this week.

See inside Charlotte's new mahjong studio in Oakhurst Commons

The <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Queen&#x27;s Mahjery" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/03/charlotte-mahjong-studio-monroe-road-oakhurst-commons-third-place" data-vars-content-id="7937cc11-7e5d-4fa5-ac06-13c9cb20938d" data-vars-headline="See inside Charlotte&#x27;s new mahjong studio in Oakhurst Commons" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/03/charlotte-mahjong-studio-monroe-road-oakhurst-commons-third-place" target="_self">Queen&#x27;s Mahjery</a>, Charlotte&#x27;s new mahjong studio, opens Thursday in Oakhurst Commons near the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Health Club" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/02/11/gym-health-club-fitness-equinox-now-open" data-vars-content-id="7937cc11-7e5d-4fa5-ac06-13c9cb20938d" data-vars-headline="See inside Charlotte&#x27;s new mahjong studio in Oakhurst Commons" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/02/11/gym-health-club-fitness-equinox-now-open" target="_self">Health Club</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Mood House" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/07/24/mood-house-expands-charlotte-names-new-ceo" data-vars-content-id="7937cc11-7e5d-4fa5-ac06-13c9cb20938d" data-vars-headline="See inside Charlotte&#x27;s new mahjong studio in Oakhurst Commons" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/07/24/mood-house-expands-charlotte-names-new-ceo" target="_self">Mood House</a>. Why it matters: Founders Lauren Ulrey, Jennifer Ross and Patti Roth envision the space as a new third space for Charlotte. Not only will it be a place where people can gather to play mahjong, a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="centuries-old Chinese strategy game" data-vars-click-url="https://www.nationalgeographic.com/culture/article/mahjong-global-history#:~:text=Mahjong%20was%20developed%20in%20Southern,the%20tiles%20make%20during%20reshuffling" data-vars-content-id="7937cc11-7e5d-4fa5-ac06-13c9cb20938d" data-vars-headline="See inside Charlotte&#x27;s new mahjong studio in Oakhurst Commons" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.nationalgeographic.com/culture/article/mahjong-global-history#:~:text=Mahjong%20was%20developed%20in%20Southern,the%20tiles%20make%20during%20reshuffling" target="_blank">centuries-old Chinese strategy game</a> growing in popularity, but where people can also host baby showers or build a puzzle together.

NoDa rug tufting studio offers a creative date night

Safe & Sound Studios offers beginner-friendly classes where you can make and take home your own rug.

Tucked behind a fresh juice bar on North Davidson Street, you&#x27;ll find art studio with rug tufting workshops that makes for a fun <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="date night" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2021/08/04/cheap-date-night-ideas-charlotte" data-vars-content-id="29ab9b17-ca01-4622-99e7-fb3abdfd4e73" data-vars-headline="NoDa rug tufting studio offers a creative date night" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2021/08/04/cheap-date-night-ideas-charlotte" target="_self">date night</a> activity.Why it matters: Safe &amp; Sound Rugs owner Christian Davis spent years hosting pop-ups before finding a permanent home for his rug-tufting workshops in <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="NoDa" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2021/02/17/20-things-to-do-eat-and-drink-in-noda-247876" data-vars-content-id="29ab9b17-ca01-4622-99e7-fb3abdfd4e73" data-vars-headline="NoDa rug tufting studio offers a creative date night" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2021/02/17/20-things-to-do-eat-and-drink-in-noda-247876" target="_self">NoDa</a>.

Axios Social Club brings mystery dinners to Charlotte

Meet fellow locals over dinner at a restaurant we hand-picked.

Axios Social Club is bringing readers together for dinner to Charlotte&#x27;s South End and SouthPark neighborhoods on Tuesday, Oct. 6. (South End is already sold out, but we still have a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="few seats left" data-vars-click-url="https://axiossocialclub.dnnr.io/" data-vars-content-id="2b085735-07da-4e97-bc4f-0b2adb3517e4" data-vars-headline="Axios Social Club brings mystery dinners to Charlotte" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://axiossocialclub.dnnr.io/" target="_blank">few seats left</a> in SouthPark!)Why it matters: Your city is full of interesting people you haven&#x27;t met yet. We&#x27;re making it easier to change that.

10 Charlotte art events to catch this fall

From the ballet to exhibits, there are several ways to celebrate the arts this season.

Fall has finally arrived. Here are 10 ways to celebrate the arts this season.

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