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See inside: $19M Lake Norman estate could set a local record for priciest sale

The 12,000-square-foot, six-bedroom and nine-bathroom home will come fully furnished, including a pontoon boat and two jet skis.

Real Estate

A newly built, fully furnished private island estate in Cornelius will soon hit the market for nearly $19 million — among the priciest listings in the Charlotte region.Why it matters: If it sells near asking, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the Lake Norman property" data-vars-click-url="https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/20221-Regatta-Island-Dr-Cornelius-NC-28031/6122532_zpid/" data-vars-content-id="3f4d0b77-0950-4a8a-a30c-413ad3949eea" data-vars-headline="See inside: $19M Lake Norman estate could set a local record for priciest sale" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/20221-Regatta-Island-Dr-Cornelius-NC-28031/6122532_zpid/" target="_blank">the Lake Norman property</a> could challenge local home sale records, which have topped out around $11-12 million in recent years.

Scoop: Davidson farm village with market, restaurants and homes opens next spring

A farm-to-table village with restaurants, homes, commercial space and a farm is coming to Davidson.

News

Summit Farms, a 62-acre farm-to-table village from the team behind <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Summit Coffee" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/03/26/something-s-brewing-for-summit" data-vars-content-id="b0fadce3-0e21-43e1-949a-638331359186" data-vars-headline="Scoop: Davidson farm village with market, restaurants and homes opens next spring" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/03/26/something-s-brewing-for-summit" target="_self">Summit Coffee</a>, is set to open in spring 2027 in Davidson.Why it matters: Inspired by small European towns, Summit Farms will be a Lake Norman destination, centered on a 10-acre organic farm that will grow produce for the on-site market, deli and wood-fired pizza restaurant.

Sneak peek: The Craic opens in SouthPark

The Irish-themed bar in the former Rusty Bucket space aims to be an all-day destination.

Food and Drink

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Craic" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/06/daily-brunch-and-irish-eats-coming-to-the-craic-in-southpark" data-vars-content-id="7324d6c3-d67a-409d-aff8-495c001bd814" data-vars-headline="Sneak peek: The Craic opens in SouthPark" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/06/daily-brunch-and-irish-eats-coming-to-the-craic-in-southpark" target="_self">The Craic</a> is now in its soft-opening phase in SouthPark.Why it matters: The Irish-themed bar in the former Rusty Bucket space aims to be an all-day destination, working just as well for brunch, business meetings, dinner and late-night drinks.

How a Charlotte startup is turning fencing into streetwear

Founder Tylen Butler is building a Charlotte-based brand to connect fencing with lifestyle and culture.

Charlotte native Tylen Butler launched <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="TAB DEPT" data-vars-click-url="https://tabdept.com/" data-vars-content-id="ec53fe6f-185c-4e7a-8ba1-0ebe1cc5c3d1" data-vars-headline="How a Charlotte startup is turning fencing into streetwear" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://tabdept.com/" target="_blank">TAB DEPT</a>, a fencing-inspired apparel brand, in 2024. Why it matters: <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Butler" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/p/DGWEi5uNLMw/" data-vars-content-id="ec53fe6f-185c-4e7a-8ba1-0ebe1cc5c3d1" data-vars-headline="How a Charlotte startup is turning fencing into streetwear" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DGWEi5uNLMw/" target="_blank">Butler</a>, an aspiring Olympian, hopes to introduce more people to a sport that is very popular abroad, but isn&#x27;t mainstream in the United States. As a Black fencer, he&#x27;s also working to redefine what <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="representation" data-vars-click-url="https://www.usafencing.org/news/2025/march/26/miles-of-progress-miles-to-go-usa-fencing-s-ongoing-journey-toward-greater-impact?utm_source=chatgpt.com" data-vars-content-id="ec53fe6f-185c-4e7a-8ba1-0ebe1cc5c3d1" data-vars-headline="How a Charlotte startup is turning fencing into streetwear" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.usafencing.org/news/2025/march/26/miles-of-progress-miles-to-go-usa-fencing-s-ongoing-journey-toward-greater-impact?utm_source=chatgpt.com" target="_blank">representation</a> looks like in the sport.

How specialist Dr. Jeanne Hatcher cares for Charlotte's voices

Voice and swallowing issues can disrupt daily life. A Charlotte-area specialist breaks down what you need to know.

Partners

Your voice is a tool you use every day — from talking on the phone to loved ones to giving presentations at work to singing — whether professionally or just in the shower.What you need to know: Charlotte Eye Ear Nose and Throat Associates (CEENTA) helps patients keep their voices clear, healthy and pain-free with comprehensive care from specialists like<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text=" Jeanne Hatcher, MD, FACS" data-vars-click-url="https://www.ceenta.com/providers/jeanne-l-hatcher-md-facs?utm_source=Axios&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=Physician_Spotlight_Hatcher" data-vars-content-id="96d68ac0-2541-43f7-a03f-188783f7b443" data-vars-headline="How specialist Dr. Jeanne Hatcher cares for Charlotte&#x27;s voices" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.ceenta.com/providers/jeanne-l-hatcher-md-facs?utm_source=Axios&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=Physician_Spotlight_Hatcher" target="_blank"> Jeanne Hatcher, MD, FACS</a>.

Women's coworking and wellness club to open on Providence Road

Moxie will combine workspace, retail, workouts — and even a cocktail bar — under one roof.

Health

Moxie, a new women-focused social, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="coworking" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/03/18/the-club-charlotte-fitness-coworking" data-vars-content-id="9d3e6693-24cb-4e15-b390-571c660fac54" data-vars-headline="Women&#x27;s coworking and wellness club to open on Providence Road" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/03/18/the-club-charlotte-fitness-coworking" target="_self">coworking</a> and wellness club, is coming to Providence Road.Why it matters: Charlotte&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="wellness boom" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/01/05/five-wellness-trends-charlotte-2026" data-vars-content-id="9d3e6693-24cb-4e15-b390-571c660fac54" data-vars-headline="Women&#x27;s coworking and wellness club to open on Providence Road" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/01/05/five-wellness-trends-charlotte-2026" target="_self">wellness boom</a> is blurring the line between fitness and social life. New clubs are betting people want <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="community" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/03/19/ways-to-make-friends-in-charlotte-nc-social-groups-to-join" data-vars-content-id="9d3e6693-24cb-4e15-b390-571c660fac54" data-vars-headline="Women&#x27;s coworking and wellness club to open on Providence Road" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/03/19/ways-to-make-friends-in-charlotte-nc-social-groups-to-join" target="_self">community</a> and a place to gather just as much as a workout.

See renderings: Lagree, heated sculpt and kettlebell workouts coming to South End at Drench

Drench will open in South End this summer.

Drench, a multi-modality fitness and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="recovery" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/06/11/cold-plunge-cryotherapy-charlotte" data-vars-content-id="a1c8c035-4ece-40f4-974c-0b8fc6918205" data-vars-headline="See renderings: Lagree, heated sculpt and kettlebell workouts coming to South End at Drench" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/06/11/cold-plunge-cryotherapy-charlotte" target="_self">recovery</a> studio, will open in the heart of South End this summer.Why it matters: Instead of bouncing between yoga, strength and recovery studios, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Drench" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/drench_studios/" data-vars-content-id="a1c8c035-4ece-40f4-974c-0b8fc6918205" data-vars-headline="See renderings: Lagree, heated sculpt and kettlebell workouts coming to South End at Drench" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/drench_studios/" target="_blank">Drench</a> brings several of Charlotte&#x27;s most popular workouts under one roof.<ul><li>The 3,600-square-foot space will offer heated sculpt, kettlebell strength, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Lagree" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/24/lagree-studio-workout-charlotte-guide" data-vars-content-id="a1c8c035-4ece-40f4-974c-0b8fc6918205" data-vars-headline="See renderings: Lagree, heated sculpt and kettlebell workouts coming to South End at Drench" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/24/lagree-studio-workout-charlotte-guide" target="_self">Lagree</a> and breath-led recovery. </li></ul>

Curious about Lagree? Here's how Charlotte's 3 studios stack up

The trendy high-intensity, low-impact strength workout is gaining traction in Charlotte, as more boutique studios open across the city.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Lagree" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/08/06/lagree-strength-training-workout-gyms-charlotte" data-vars-content-id="728bcab2-b251-4ca1-859c-512b190c11ec" data-vars-headline="Curious about Lagree? Here&#x27;s how Charlotte&#x27;s 3 studios stack up" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/08/06/lagree-strength-training-workout-gyms-charlotte" target="_self">Lagree</a>, a high-intensity, low-impact strength workout, is gaining traction in Charlotte as more boutique studios open across the city.Why it matters: The Lagree method, focused on time under tension and slow, controlled movements, helped shape today&#x27;s trendy reformer workouts (think Solidcore-style classes), but true Lagree is its own patented system, complete with certified instructors and Megaformer machines.

This Charlotte dance pop-up is making fitness fun and inclusive

The Jam hosts themed dance classes multiple times a week open to all levels.

Things to Do

Childhood nostalgia meets serious footwork and sweat with <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="The Jam" data-vars-click-url="http://www.thejamclt.com/" data-vars-content-id="09738ae8-c840-4855-bd76-c89cb95b32e1" data-vars-headline="This Charlotte dance pop-up is making fitness fun and inclusive" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="http://www.thejamclt.com/" target="_blank">The Jam</a>.Why it matters: Charlotte&#x27;s health and fitness scene<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text=" is booming" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/01/05/five-wellness-trends-charlotte-2026" data-vars-content-id="09738ae8-c840-4855-bd76-c89cb95b32e1" data-vars-headline="This Charlotte dance pop-up is making fitness fun and inclusive" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/01/05/five-wellness-trends-charlotte-2026" target="_self"> is booming</a>, and The Jam has carved out a loyal following with pop-up dance classes that feel more like a party than a workout.

Measles cases confirmed in Mecklenburg County

Two measles cases have been confirmed locally.

Two cases of measles have been confirmed in Mecklenburg County, local public health officials confirmed Thursday night. This comes 10 days after measles was <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="detected in the county&#x27;s wastewater" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/01/12/mecklenburg-measles-vaccines-charlotte-schools-mmrv" data-vars-content-id="12a0bf0d-d4eb-429d-a569-8aae4d738433" data-vars-headline="Measles cases confirmed in Mecklenburg County" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/01/12/mecklenburg-measles-vaccines-charlotte-schools-mmrv" target="_self">detected in the county&#x27;s wastewater</a>. Why it matters: Last year, the U.S. recorded its <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="highest number" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/12/30/us-texas-measles-cases-cdc-vaccine-rfk-jr" data-vars-content-id="12a0bf0d-d4eb-429d-a569-8aae4d738433" data-vars-headline="Measles cases confirmed in Mecklenburg County" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/12/30/us-texas-measles-cases-cdc-vaccine-rfk-jr" target="_self">highest number</a> of measles cases since the disease was declared eliminated in 2000. Cases have <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="continued to surge" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/01/22/measles-cases-us-status-chart" data-vars-content-id="12a0bf0d-d4eb-429d-a569-8aae4d738433" data-vars-headline="Measles cases confirmed in Mecklenburg County" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/01/22/measles-cases-us-status-chart" target="_self">continued to surge</a> amid growing vaccine skepticism.

Measles has "hit closer to home" Mecklenburg County public health director says

Mecklenburg County Public Health is providing same-day vaccines after measles was detected in the county's wastewater.

<a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Measles" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/12/16/measles-outbreak-south-carolina-response" data-vars-content-id="71dec23c-b5d5-4fd5-a5f1-90cf46e461a5" data-vars-headline="Measles has &quot;hit closer to home&quot; Mecklenburg County public health director says" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/12/16/measles-outbreak-south-carolina-response" target="_self">Measles</a> has been detected in the county&#x27;s wastewater, so Mecklenburg County Public Health is now providing free same-day vaccines to the community.Why it matters: Since the measles outbreak in South Carolina began in October, Mecklenburg County public health director Raynard Washington and other health officials have been telling people that the disease is &quot;closer to home now and the risk is higher.&quot;

Full-service wellness studio Pause coming soon to the Arboretum

The studio will offer a range of recovery services, from contrast therapy to IV drips, under one roof.

A new <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="wellness" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/health" data-vars-content-id="9280c3d3-c486-4cff-b122-cf0d47a00a4f" data-vars-headline="Full-service wellness studio Pause coming soon to the Arboretum" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/health" target="_self">wellness</a> destination called Pause will open in the Arboretum on Saturday, Jan. 10, offering a full menu of wellness and recovery services, from contrast therapy to float tanks. Why it matters: Charlotte&#x27;s wellness scene is expanding with more luxury studios and social wellness clubs — but most center on one or two specialties. Pause packs multiple recovery services under one roof.

5 wellness trends Charlotte is leaning into this year

From cold plunge parties to AI-assisted Botox, these are the Charlotte wellness trends to watch in 2026.

Charlotte&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="wellness scene" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/health" data-vars-content-id="b18aa3bb-d92f-424c-a26d-863d42fe70b8" data-vars-headline="5 wellness trends Charlotte is leaning into this year" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/health" target="_self">wellness scene</a> is entering its next phase, and it&#x27;s becoming more social, more mainstream and more intentional than ever before. Why it matters: As wellness <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="continues to grow" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2024/05/19/wellness-longevity-industry-equinox-membership" data-vars-content-id="b18aa3bb-d92f-424c-a26d-863d42fe70b8" data-vars-headline="5 wellness trends Charlotte is leaning into this year" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2024/05/19/wellness-longevity-industry-equinox-membership" target="_self">continues to grow</a> into a major global industry, those shifts are showing up locally in how Charlotteans work out, recover and think about self-care.

Spoons adds Eden, an all-day cafe built on whole foods

Eden's flagship cafe in Carmel Commons is expected to open Nov. 19.

Local <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="açaí bowl chain" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2020/08/17/popular-acai-bowl-food-truck-spoons-is-now-open-in-first-brick-and-mortar-location-228487" data-vars-content-id="9a8ff7df-27ea-484f-bdf2-941b7f060ac0" data-vars-headline="Spoons adds Eden, an all-day cafe built on whole foods" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2020/08/17/popular-acai-bowl-food-truck-spoons-is-now-open-in-first-brick-and-mortar-location-228487" target="_self">açaí bowl chain</a> Spoons is launching a sister business called Eden, an all-day health cafe focused on minimally processed ingredients, its owners say.Why it matters: Eden aims to meet Charlotte&#x27;s growing demand for healthier options, they say. The launch comes <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="amid a national push" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/05/27/axios-future-of-health-summit-nutrition-and-health-trends" data-vars-content-id="9a8ff7df-27ea-484f-bdf2-941b7f060ac0" data-vars-headline="Spoons adds Eden, an all-day cafe built on whole foods" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/05/27/axios-future-of-health-summit-nutrition-and-health-trends" target="_self">amid a national push</a> for nutritious eating and ingredient transparency, driven by wellness influencers and the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="MAHA movement" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/04/30/rfk-moms-online-influencers" data-vars-content-id="9a8ff7df-27ea-484f-bdf2-941b7f060ac0" data-vars-headline="Spoons adds Eden, an all-day cafe built on whole foods" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/04/30/rfk-moms-online-influencers" target="_self">MAHA movement</a>.

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See renderings: Lagree, heated sculpt and kettlebell workouts coming to South End at Drench