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Charlotte and Triangle restaurants win 2026 Michelin honors

Counter- kept its Michelin Star, while restaurants in Charlotte, Raleigh and Durham earned new honors.

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Charlotte and Raleigh-area restaurants earned four new Bib Gourmands Wednesday night, while Charlotte&#x27;s Counter- retained its Michelin Star as the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Michelin Guide" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/10/31/michelin-guide-american-south-how-to-watch" data-vars-content-id="1afd4571-fea2-4ab9-8512-27115b135770" data-vars-headline="Charlotte and Triangle restaurants win 2026 Michelin honors" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/new-orleans/2025/10/31/michelin-guide-american-south-how-to-watch" target="_self">Michelin Guide</a> unveiled its 2026 American South selections.Why it matters: Michelin&#x27;s <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="arrival in the South last year" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/raleigh/2025/11/04/michelin-guide-south-edition-carolina-restaurants-stars" data-vars-content-id="1afd4571-fea2-4ab9-8512-27115b135770" data-vars-headline="Charlotte and Triangle restaurants win 2026 Michelin honors" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/raleigh/2025/11/04/michelin-guide-south-edition-carolina-restaurants-stars" target="_self">arrival in the South last year</a> put North Carolina&#x27;s dining scene on an international stage. This year&#x27;s awards recognize both returning favorites and newcomers making their mark on the region&#x27;s culinary scene.

Where Hornets coach Charles Lee loves to eat in Charlotte

The Hornets coach dishes on his favorites, from L'Ostrica to Calle Sol.

Sports

Hornets head coach <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Charles Lee" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/10/23/charlotte-hornets-head-coach-charles-lee-things-to-know" data-vars-content-id="dd301157-1e95-477c-b533-16a48609d308" data-vars-headline="Where Hornets coach Charles Lee loves to eat in Charlotte" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2024/10/23/charlotte-hornets-head-coach-charles-lee-things-to-know" target="_self">Charles Lee</a> is a big family guy and an early riser. He&#x27;s also very passionate about food.

NC Democrats cast twice as many early ballots as Republicans

Voter turnout is up 37% in North Carolina.

News

North Carolina <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="voter turnout" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/10/13/mecklenburg-midterms-voter-guide-election-senate-house" data-vars-content-id="80d82c54-485a-4605-9144-0757a5f8567c" data-vars-headline="NC Democrats cast twice as many early ballots as Republicans" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/10/13/mecklenburg-midterms-voter-guide-election-senate-house" target="_self">voter turnout</a> is up 37% from the 2022 midterms, with high participation among Democrats, Black voters and women.Why it matters: Early voting data doesn&#x27;t tell us what people voted for. But it&#x27;s some indication of how races could go and whether <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="dissatisfaction with President Trump" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/17/trump-approval-republicans-midterms-war" data-vars-content-id="80d82c54-485a-4605-9144-0757a5f8567c" data-vars-headline="NC Democrats cast twice as many early ballots as Republicans" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/08/17/trump-approval-republicans-midterms-war" target="_self">dissatisfaction with President Trump</a> will translate into voter turnout.

Weekender: 39 things to do in Charlotte this weekend, including Hornets games

Events Oct. 23-25 include a Hornets games, Panthers game, vintage market, live music, Halloween-themed events, book fair and more.

Things to Do

Charlotte <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Hornets" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/10/20/hornets-2026-2027-season" data-vars-content-id="780b9852-c97d-494a-bd74-e136bc5b3ad5" data-vars-headline="Weekender: 39 things to do in Charlotte this weekend, including Hornets games" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/10/20/hornets-2026-2027-season" target="_self">Hornets</a> basketball is back, plus there&#x27;s a book fair, a Halloween-themed 5K and more in store for this weekend.

South End wellness studio combines a gym and doctor's office

STAT Wellness offers functional medicine, strength training and physical therapy under one roof.

Health

One of Charlotte&#x27;s newest <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="wellness studios" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/29/new-fitness-and-wellness-openings-charlotte-2026" data-vars-content-id="924d4a9e-2ef8-4f69-bd86-6e105dd56550" data-vars-headline="South End wellness studio combines a gym and doctor&#x27;s office" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/29/new-fitness-and-wellness-openings-charlotte-2026" target="_self">wellness studios</a> is part gym, part doctor&#x27;s office.Why it matters: Charlotte&#x27;s boutique fitness craze is expanding into the broader wellness space, with more businesses going beyond workouts to offer one-stop shops for wellness, recovery and longevity-focused services.

Charlotte gym launches its own HYROX-style fitness race

Sweat Method is putting its own spin on the fitness race trend with a partnered competition over Halloween weekend.

You don&#x27;t have to travel to compete in a HYROX-style race. A <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="locally owned Charlotte gym" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/07/10/sweat-method-loso-24-hours" data-vars-content-id="f62489a6-9aa4-434d-b79e-863460554a2d" data-vars-headline="Charlotte gym launches its own HYROX-style fitness race" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/07/10/sweat-method-loso-24-hours" target="_self">locally owned Charlotte gym</a> is bringing its own version to Lower South End over <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Halloween weekend" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/10/21/charlotte-themed-halloween-costumes" data-vars-content-id="f62489a6-9aa4-434d-b79e-863460554a2d" data-vars-headline="Charlotte gym launches its own HYROX-style fitness race" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/10/21/charlotte-themed-halloween-costumes" target="_self">Halloween weekend</a>.Why it matters: As global fitness races like <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="HYROX" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/04/16/hyrox-training-gyms-charlotte" data-vars-content-id="f62489a6-9aa4-434d-b79e-863460554a2d" data-vars-headline="Charlotte gym launches its own HYROX-style fitness race" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2025/04/16/hyrox-training-gyms-charlotte" target="_self">HYROX</a> and <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="DEKA" data-vars-click-url="https://www.spartan.com/en/deka" data-vars-content-id="f62489a6-9aa4-434d-b79e-863460554a2d" data-vars-headline="Charlotte gym launches its own HYROX-style fitness race" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.spartan.com/en/deka" target="_blank">DEKA</a> grow in popularity, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Sweat Method&#x27;s" data-vars-click-url="https://www.sweatmethod.com" data-vars-content-id="f62489a6-9aa4-434d-b79e-863460554a2d" data-vars-headline="Charlotte gym launches its own HYROX-style fitness race" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.sweatmethod.com" target="_blank">Sweat Method&#x27;s</a> new RelayWRK gives locals a chance to test their strength and endurance without leaving town — or going in alone.

Atrium Health's $340M behavioral health push includes north Charlotte hospital 

A planned 168-bed facility near Mallard Creek will offer emergency, inpatient and outpatient care.

Atrium <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Health" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/22/atrium-health-s-too-suburban-er" data-vars-content-id="59afa0bf-1a4c-44b9-9d06-d0c3e634178b" data-vars-headline="Atrium Health&#x27;s $340M behavioral health push includes north Charlotte hospital " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/02/22/atrium-health-s-too-suburban-er" target="_self">Health</a> has unveiled plans for a behavioral health hospital in north Charlotte.Why it matters: The plans are part of Atrium Health&#x27;s $340 million five-year investment in behavioral health.

Duke Health, CaroMont Health plan 2 Charlotte-area hospitals

The proposed hospitals would be built in the River District and in Mallard Creek.

Duke Health and CaroMont Health plan to build two hospitals in the Charlotte area.Why it matters: While Atrium Health and Novant Health remain the major players in Charlotte, this marks a subtle shift as new players seek to expand their presence. Duke Health, for instance, has its eyes on statewide expansion, as NC Health News and The Charlotte Ledger previously <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="reported" data-vars-click-url="https://www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2025/09/08/duke-health-sets-its-sights-on-statewide-expansion/" data-vars-content-id="4b6de08b-e1ba-4675-bb58-f660a3634c83" data-vars-headline="Duke Health, CaroMont Health plan 2 Charlotte-area hospitals" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.northcarolinahealthnews.org/2025/09/08/duke-health-sets-its-sights-on-statewide-expansion/" target="_blank">reported</a>.

Charlotte is happy. Its homeowners are happier

A new report finds a well-being gap among renters and owners.

People in the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Charlotte" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/06/18/charlotte-cost-of-living-getting-expensive" data-vars-content-id="faff6fb6-c63c-47de-81c4-5275956ecfe9" data-vars-headline="Charlotte is happy. Its homeowners are happier" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/06/18/charlotte-cost-of-living-getting-expensive" target="_self">Charlotte</a> area are relatively happier than the average American, according to a new report.<ul><li>And if you already own your home, you&#x27;re probably even happier.</li></ul>Why it matters: As homeownership becomes increasingly <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="out of reach" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/06/03/charlotte-housing-market-first-time-buyers-unaffordable" data-vars-content-id="faff6fb6-c63c-47de-81c4-5275956ecfe9" data-vars-headline="Charlotte is happy. Its homeowners are happier" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/06/03/charlotte-housing-market-first-time-buyers-unaffordable" target="_self">out of reach</a> for some, <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="the latest research from the Charlotte Urban Institute" data-vars-click-url="https://carolinasexplorer.com/reports/SOOR_TechnicalReport_2026.pdf" data-vars-content-id="faff6fb6-c63c-47de-81c4-5275956ecfe9" data-vars-headline="Charlotte is happy. Its homeowners are happier" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://carolinasexplorer.com/reports/SOOR_TechnicalReport_2026.pdf" target="_blank">the latest research from the Charlotte Urban Institute</a> shows a happiness disparity between owners and renters.

Meet the local ENT helping Charlotte through cold and allergy season

Congestion can be easy to brush off this time of year. Local ENT Dr. Tebbit explains what may be behind symptoms that stick around.

Partners

Charlotte&#x27;s fall allergy season is in full swing, and cold season is ahead.The challenge: It&#x27;s not always easy to tell whether symptoms will pass on their own or if they need a closer look.<ul><li>While allergy and cold symptoms are often just a nuisance, if congestion, sinus pressure or post-nasal drip linger or get worse, it may be time to see an ENT or allergy specialist.</li></ul>

This bungee workout in Concord had us flying — and sweating 

The women's strength training gym offers beginner-friendly bungee classes.

<figure><img alt="get fit together bungee" height="450" id="206017db-4c8a-4b89-a3d5-5c7f11d633b8" src="https://images.axios.com/x0P5tTjimStG4YABH5jxoFiCsC4=/2026/09/09/1788975829465.gif" width="800"/><figcaption>🎶 I believe I can fly 🎶 (and that I&#x27;m also sweating a lot). GIF: Courtesy of Get Fit Together/Joy Dry</figcaption></figure>You can take a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="workout class" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/29/new-fitness-and-wellness-openings-charlotte-2026" data-vars-content-id="fb0a198b-e103-4917-abfe-65e49e329228" data-vars-headline="This bungee workout in Concord had us flying — and sweating " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/29/new-fitness-and-wellness-openings-charlotte-2026" target="_self">workout class</a> that feels a little like flying in Concord.Why it matters: Bungee fitness has become a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="viral social media workout" data-vars-click-url="https://www.tiktok.com/discover/bungee-fitness" data-vars-content-id="fb0a198b-e103-4917-abfe-65e49e329228" data-vars-headline="This bungee workout in Concord had us flying — and sweating " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.tiktok.com/discover/bungee-fitness" target="_blank">viral social media workout</a>, and after my friends and I kept seeing it all over our feeds, we found the closest place to Charlotte to try it.

McKenzie's Moves: Crafting for connection at La Bodeguita

La Bodeguita is a craft cafe and wellness studio in Camp North End designed for connection.

McKenzie here, back with another edition of McKenzie&#x27;s Moves, where I try <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="fitness and wellness" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/29/new-fitness-and-wellness-openings-charlotte-2026" data-vars-content-id="75fad6f2-0e88-4eb1-876f-e7e33a39bd52" data-vars-headline="McKenzie&#x27;s Moves: Crafting for connection at La Bodeguita" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/29/new-fitness-and-wellness-openings-charlotte-2026" target="_self">fitness and wellness</a> experiences around the city.This time, I visited <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="La Bodeguita" data-vars-click-url="https://www.instagram.com/labodeguitaclt/?hl=en" data-vars-content-id="75fad6f2-0e88-4eb1-876f-e7e33a39bd52" data-vars-headline="McKenzie&#x27;s Moves: Crafting for connection at La Bodeguita" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.instagram.com/labodeguitaclt/?hl=en" target="_blank">La Bodeguita</a>, a craft cafe and wellness studio at Camp North End.

Inside LoSo's massive new luxury gym Carbon Performance 

Carbon Performance is now open in LoSo with 45,000 square feet of fitness and recovery amenities. Memberships range from about $130 to $325 a month.

Carbon Performance, a massive 45,000-square-foot <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="fitness and recovery center" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/12/charlotte-luxury-gym-carbon-performance-loso-wellness-recovery-club" data-vars-content-id="bfb01d4a-8093-4495-8faf-f0e44d2b4a99" data-vars-headline="Inside LoSo&#x27;s massive new luxury gym Carbon Performance " data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/12/charlotte-luxury-gym-carbon-performance-loso-wellness-recovery-club" target="_self">fitness and recovery center</a>, recently opened in Lower South End.Why it matters: The Tennessee-born fitness company is one of the largest and most amenity-packed gyms in the Charlotte area — but much of what sets Carbon apart from a traditional gym is reserved for its higher membership tiers.

Inside the Plaza Midwood house that's become a one-stop wellness hub

The four locally-owned businesses have organically created a neighborhood wellness network tucked behind Supperland.

A small house in Plaza Midwood is becoming a one-stop <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="wellness" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/29/new-fitness-and-wellness-openings-charlotte-2026" data-vars-content-id="8df53325-07b6-4765-a064-e08f197015e1" data-vars-headline="Inside the Plaza Midwood house that&#x27;s become a one-stop wellness hub" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/charlotte/2026/05/29/new-fitness-and-wellness-openings-charlotte-2026" target="_self">wellness</a> hub.Why it matters: Step into the painted brick home tucked behind Supperland, and you&#x27;ll find a tea house, a primary care doctor&#x27;s office, a clinical research startup and a life coach all sharing the same space.<ul><li>It wasn&#x27;t planned that way, but the businesses have naturally become a neighborhood wellness network.</li></ul>

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South End wellness studio combines a gym and doctor's office

Charlotte gym launches its own HYROX-style fitness race

Duke Endowment donates $100 million to N.C. Children's Hospital

Atrium Health's $340M behavioral health push includes north Charlotte hospital

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