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🌱 Patch AM: How a $6 million parking plan could reshape Bojangles Coliseum events.
And on the Charlotte Patch calendar - Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness

Good morning Charlotte! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How a $6 million parking plan could reshape Bojangles Coliseum events.
- How does west Charlotte's new $2.20 micro-transit service actually work?
- Looking for a Workday integrations job based right here in Charlotte?
Also on today's calendar: Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Nice with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 75 and low of 50 degrees.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny and nice, temps: high: 78, low: 54.
- Thursday: Sunshine, with a high of 83 and low of 59 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Charlotte considers another Bojangles Coliseum investment — this time for parking (charlotteobserver.com) — Charlotte City Council is weighing a $6 million plan to add 219 parking spaces next to Bojangles Coliseum, aiming to offset the loss of 2,000 spaces from redevelopment at the Park Expo Center. The project, which must be finished by December 2027, could affect parking for graduations, concerts, Checkers games, and the new Charlotte Crown women's basketball team.
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• New 'micro-transit' option being offered in west Charlotte: What to know (wbtv.com) — Residents in west Charlotte now have a new CATS micro-transit van service that picks riders up within a defined zone and takes them directly to local destinations. Rides cost $2.20, can be booked through the CATS app, and run from early morning to evening every day, offering seniors and car-free neighbors a more flexible, affordable way to get around.
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• Workday Integrations (Financials & Payroll) - ERPA - Hybrid in Charlotte, NC, US (dice.com) — A Workday integrations role is open on a hybrid basis in Charlotte, focusing on end-to-end payroll and financials integrations using tools like Workday Studio, EIB, and REST/SOAP APIs. The position seeks candidates with strong production support experience, plus bonus skills like Kronos/UKG and procurement integrations, especially from government or higher education backgrounds.
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📸 Around Charlotte
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Charlotte
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★ Featured events ★
- Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness →
Dillard's, 7535 Northlake Mall Dr, Charlotte
10:00 am - Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness →
Dillard's, 4400 Sharon Rd, Charlotte
10:00 am - Free Bra Fittings to Support Breast Cancer Awareness →
Dillard's Pineville, 11041 Carolina Pl Pkwy, Pineville
10:00 am - Charlotte BookPalooza →
Truist Field, 324 S Mint St, Charlotte
11:00 am
Thursday October 8
Friday October 9
Saturday October 10
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
- Complimentary Toscana Wine Tasting at Emmy Lou's Wine Bar →
Emmy Lou's, 2400 Park Rd, Charlotte
5:00 pm - Candlelight: Tribute to The Beatles →
Charlotte Museum of History, 3500 Shamrock Dr, Charlotte
6:30 pm - Paint and Sip: Paint Night Done Right - Charlotte →
Lost Worlds Brewing Charlotte, 1100 Metropolitan Ave, Charlotte
7:00 pm - Free Fall Fest at Commonwealth Plaza Midwood →
1720 Commonwealth Ave, Charlotte
12:00 pm - Ballet of Lights: Sleeping Beauty in a Sparkling Show →
Matthews Community Center, 100 E McDowell St, Matthews
4:00 pm - Charlotte Youth Movie Night →
Charlotte Mecklenburg Library - University City Regional, 5528 Waters Edge Vlg Dr, Charlotte
5:00 pm - Moos & Brews →
The Schiele Museum of Natural History & Planetarium, 1500 E Garrison Blvd, Gastonia
6:00 pm - Mosaic Art Classes Charlotte: Turkish Lamp Workshop →
Hilton Garden Inn Charlotte Airport, 2400 Cascade Pointe Boulevard, Charlotte
2:00 pm
Wednesday October 7
Friday October 9
Saturday October 10
Thursday October 15
Friday October 16
📣 Charlotte Shout Outs!
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- CyberMax iPhone & Screen Repair — (704) 644-5533
- Palmetto Roofing Specialties — (888) 597-6720
- Dole Food Company — (949) 233-0984
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Did anyone loose a dog?
I didn't see if it was a boy or girl but the dog is limping. I think he or she hurt their leg. The dog is sitting on my front porch. (Nextdoor Vernedale Glen) - UPDATE: Gizmo has been picked up by North Mecklenburg Animal Rescue.
I appreciate everyone's interest and concern for him. Thank you Tracy for coming to pick up this cutie pie! (Nextdoor Moores Chapel)
- Entertainment Services, LLC posted a job opening for Group Event/Birthday Team Member in Charlotte. Apply here.
- Florida Tile posted a job opening for Warehouse Worker / Customer Service in Charlotte. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Charlotte here.
🗞 Nearby News
Pineville
- Chicken chain expands again in October: Here's where (wsav.com)
Matthews
- Mac's Heroes and Villains: Halloween Spooky Sale and more Oct. 31 (charlotteonthecheap.com)
- The Real Issue Behind Most Marital Arguments - Encouragement for Today - October 5, 2026 - Encouragement for Today Daily Devotional from Proverbs 31 (ibelieve.com)
Huntersville
- 17434 Invermere Avenue, Huntersville, NC 28078 Property for sale (corcoran.com)
- Nana Morrison's Soul Food expands with new Huntersville location. What to know (newsbreak.com)
- 2026 Top Shops: Full Roster of Honorees and Top Performers (mmsonline.com)
Ok Charlotte! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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