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Economic trends: On the road to North Carolina

June 25. With 75 percent of Americans saying they will take a road trip rather than fly in 2024, North Carolina is in good shape for more travel spending this summer. North Carolina is the seventh best state for summer road trips, according to a new WalletHub study. WalletHub compared the 50 states based on […]

Jetton Park / Photo by Jason Benavides

Staycation: Why don’t you just stay?

Aug. 5. By TL Bernthal. Travel costs are up and there’s still plenty of summer left for a vacation. So, why not a staycation? Lake Norman has a boatload of options, some free, others requiring tickets or reservations, all promising fun. Nearby Davidson could be a day trip offering parks, shopping in historic downtown, a […]

Kiwanis Splashville Park

Time off: Put some fun in staying put

June 8. There’s lots to do if you’re thinking about a long weekend at home or even a staycation in and around good old 28031. From locally owned coffee shops and restaurants with outdoor seating to awesome parks and breweries, Cornelius has enough choices for a busy day of relaxing, even with kids. Charlotte museums […]