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Mecklenburg County School Grades FEB 2015

Mecklenburg County School Grades FEB 2015 North Carolina public and charter schools, for the first year, received letter grades, based on a 15-point scale, grades A - F this week. General Assembly legislation approved the change in the 2013 session. Local school officials warn that no single letter grade accurately reflects the abundance of opportunities provided in each and every school in the county. Many reflect that state testing does not demonstrate the abilities of all students and some are in favor of reducing the number of tests that are required now in the schools. Others feel … Continue reading...

Google Fiber Picks Charlotte

Google Fiber Picks Charlotte - Great news for our economy "Officials from the technology giant and the city said the next step is a detailed design process, followed by a massive, sometimes disruptive construction project." GREAT news for Charlotte! One of 9 cities chosen - with our high demographic for technology, we were certain during the one-year wait that we would be chosen - and with no incentives or subsidies. Charlotte Mayor Dan Clodfelter feels the Google decision will spur economic development, boost entrepreneurship and bring in competition which will improve the city's Internet … Continue reading...

Charlotte Restaurant Week | Queen’s Feast 2015

Charlotte Restaurant Week | The Queen's Feast

Charlotte Restaurant Week | Queen’s Feast 2015 The fabulous list of Top 50 Things to Do in Charlotte NC omitted one biggie for me and my family - the semi-annual Queen’s Feast, held one week, each January and July! Two weeks of the year, Charlotte residents and visitors have the opportunity to sample some of Charlotte’s most delicious food, prepared by some of Charlotte’s premier chefs. Charlotte Restaurant Week | Queen’s Feast 2015 is being held January 16-25, 2015. Organizers expect January 2015 to be the most popular Queen’s Feast yet! Have you been wondering how the food is in a … Continue reading...

Charlotte NC Real Estate Update | The Maxwell House Group eNews | Thanksgiving 2014

Charlotte NC Real Estate Update + The Maxwell House Group eNews for Thanksgiving 2014 How is the Charlotte NC real estate market faring? Here are the Charlotte real estate stats for the week... The Charlotte NC real estate market is reflective of a stable market, showing strong recovery process with the typical 'slower' last quarter sales. Buyers were out touring homes last week and we did have homes going under Contract (including several of our own listings!). Prices continue to rise in the Metro region. Our inventory remains quite low as we move towards the end of the year. BEST … Continue reading...

Charlotte Area’s Jobless Rate Lowest Since May 2008

jobless rate in Charlotte Metro region down

Charlotte Area’s Jobless Rate Lowest Since May 2008 Charlotte continues the recovery process with the lowest jobless rate since the recession began. The Charlotte Metro area posted unemployment rates at 6.2%, down from its lowest since September 2013 or 7.4%. Areas showing the strongest growth include: Professional and business services - 8,700 jobs added for a 6% gain Trade, transportation and utilities - 6,500 jobs added for a 4.6% gain Construction - 2,500 jobs added for a 6% gain The Charlotte area’s jobless rate dipped to 6.2 percent in September, its lowest level since the … Continue reading...

The 5 US Cities That Should Be On Your Radar

The 5 US Cities That Should Be On Your Radar - Yes, according to Huffington Post, Charlotte is #3! Of course, we think it should be #1! The Queen City has so much to offer - from professional sports, fabulous arts, quaint neighborhoods, top schools amazing restaurants and incredible shopping - Charlotte has it ALL! If you're thinking of relocating, you simply MUST visit Charlotte and see why we believe we're #1 in this 'race' of cities! Whether it's a revamped corner of New York or an up-and-coming Midwest town, it seems like there's always a new "hip" neighborhood or "it" city to visit. … Continue reading...

Best Big-City Bargains – YES, We’re Number 1!

Uptown Charlotte Condos for Sale 701 N Church ST

Best Big-City Bargains - YES, We're Number 1! Who would have thought that Time would rank Charlotte #1 in their recent "Best Big-City Bargains" list? Why we've known it all along! Living in Charlotte provides more than just bargains though - we have professional sports, live among incredibly artistically talented actors, designers, painters and more; we live in the second largest financial city in the WORLD! We live in one of the country's top energy sectors as well. Diversity abounds in Charlotte - including housing. We have traditional homes, modern homes, bungalows and more! … Continue reading...

Charlotte Chamber – Eclipse Automation Expanding to Charlotte

Charlotte Chamber - Eclipse Automation Expanding to Charlotte The Charlotte Chamber is constantly at work to grow the Charlotte economy. Recently announced by the Chamber, Eclipse Automation, a Canadian-based company, will be expanding its operations to the Mecklenburg County area under the name Eclipse Automation Southeast, LLC. Eclipse Automation partners with energy, health sciences, transportation, mining and consumer industries world-wide. Eclipse Automation partners with Fortune 1000 companies worldwide to build efficient and profitable assembly and testing operations. This move … Continue reading...

365 Things to Do in Charlotte | Our Top 3 Picks for FEB 6 – FEB 8 2014

365 Things to Do in Charlotte | Our Top 3 Picks for FEB 6 - FEB 8 2014 Thursday, February 6 Bill Hanna’s Vintage Dance Band Bill Hanna’s Vintage Dance Band will be at Grand Central this evening, FEB 6: Let’s go dancing! Bill Hanna’s Vintage Dance Band is a 20-piece orchestra, accompanied by accomplished vocalist, Renee Ebalaroza. Dance the swing, shag, fox trot, cha cha, waltz, rumba, salsa, and quickstep to the tunes of this popular orchestra. Complimentary dance lessons begin at 7 p.m. as does food service, including a light dining menu and a full bar. Band plays 8-11PM $10. Grand … Continue reading...

Publix sets plans for 11 Charlotte-area stores – Charlotte Business Journal

Providence Road West Publix Coming SOON!

BALLANTYNE (CHARLOTTE, NC) - Publix sets plans for 11 Charlotte-area stores - Charlotte Business Journal Publix Super Markets Inc. looks forward to being your favorite supermarket. The... Debe Maxwell www.iCharlotteRealEstate.com's insight: Publix has been busy at work remodeling the Bi-Lo store at the Ballantyne Town Center since their acquisition. The Ballantyne Town Center, located at 11222 Providence Road West is expected to open early this year. Great news for local residents! More information on Ballantyne (Charlotte, NC) Debe Maxwell | Ballantyne Real Estate Specialist … Continue reading...