3 days ago
MLS All-Stars teamed up with Charlotte FC to help local kids get in on the excitement ahead of Wednesday's game.
More than 400 young people packed the pitch at the Mecklenburg County Sportsplex Tuesday to learn from some of the game's best. The clinics are part of MLS All-Star Community Day.
"Today it's about having fun, meeting friends and learning more about soccer," Frank Mungugia, a participant, told Channel 9's Miana Massey.
For 12-year-old Mungugia, it's a chance to play the sport he loves while picking up new skills.
"Soccer is for everyone," Tiara Brown, director of community engagement with Charlotte FC, said. "You just need a ball, ******* e to play and some people."
#Soccer #people #mecklenburg
More than 400 young people packed the pitch at the Mecklenburg County Sportsplex Tuesday to learn from some of the game's best. The clinics are part of MLS All-Star Community Day.
"Today it's about having fun, meeting friends and learning more about soccer," Frank Mungugia, a participant, told Channel 9's Miana Massey.
For 12-year-old Mungugia, it's a chance to play the sport he loves while picking up new skills.
"Soccer is for everyone," Tiara Brown, director of community engagement with Charlotte FC, said. "You just need a ball, ******* e to play and some people."
#Soccer #people #mecklenburg
7 days ago
Charlotte could one day host a Super Bowl, but NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said the city will need more hotel rooms before it can make that happen. Goodell made the comments to Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper on Thursday night.
The Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority said the Charlotte region currently has more than 46,000 hotel rooms across 442 properties, including more than 32,000 rooms at 263 hotels in Mecklenburg County. The city's urban core includes nearly 3,900 luxury and upscale hotel rooms.
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CRVA Chief Communications and Advocacy Officer Gina Sheridan said attracting a major event like the Super Bowl requires more than just increasing the number of hotel rooms.
"When you look at destinations that regularly host events of this scale, success isn't measured by room count alone," Sheridan said. "It's about having the right mix of hotels in the right locations to meet the needs of visitors, event organizers, sponsors and media while creating a seamless experience."
#sheridan
The Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority said the Charlotte region currently has more than 46,000 hotel rooms across 442 properties, including more than 32,000 rooms at 263 hotels in Mecklenburg County. The city's urban core includes nearly 3,900 luxury and upscale hotel rooms.
ALSO READ: Renderings show what Bank of America Stadium will look like in the future
CRVA Chief Communications and Advocacy Officer Gina Sheridan said attracting a major event like the Super Bowl requires more than just increasing the number of hotel rooms.
"When you look at destinations that regularly host events of this scale, success isn't measured by room count alone," Sheridan said. "It's about having the right mix of hotels in the right locations to meet the needs of visitors, event organizers, sponsors and media while creating a seamless experience."
#sheridan
7 days ago
This Pittsburgh Steelers’ cornerback appears to have snapped up an outparcel near Northlake Mall for $3.2 million.
DMASID Portfolio LLC — an entity with ties to NFL player Jamel Dean — has purchased a nearly 2.3-acre parcel at 8825 Northlake Commons Blvd., Mecklenburg County property records show. The deal closed on July 15.
Read more here.
#northlake #pittsburgh
DMASID Portfolio LLC — an entity with ties to NFL player Jamel Dean — has purchased a nearly 2.3-acre parcel at 8825 Northlake Commons Blvd., Mecklenburg County property records show. The deal closed on July 15.
Read more here.
#northlake #pittsburgh
4 months ago
SMBC Group selects Charlotte for bank operations expansion, Governor Stein announces
One of **** an's largest financial institutions is expanding its U.S. presence, with plans to open its second American headquarters in Charlotte and create 2,000 jobs over the next six years.
Gov. Josh Stein announced Tuesday that SMBC Group will invest $50.5 million in Mecklenburg County, establishing a major hub to support multiple business units and expand talent diversity. The average salary for new positions will be $165,316, nearly double Mecklenburg County's average wage of $90,706.
“We’re grateful
One of **** an's largest financial institutions is expanding its U.S. presence, with plans to open its second American headquarters in Charlotte and create 2,000 jobs over the next six years.
Gov. Josh Stein announced Tuesday that SMBC Group will invest $50.5 million in Mecklenburg County, establishing a major hub to support multiple business units and expand talent diversity. The average salary for new positions will be $165,316, nearly double Mecklenburg County's average wage of $90,706.
“We’re grateful
