Traffic disruption due to blasting operations near I-485 in Charlotte

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Traffic Disruptions Expected Due to Blasting Operations in Charlotte

Charlotte, January 8, 2026 Travelers in northeast Charlotte are warned of noise and traffic delays today due to blasting operations near Interstate 485. Scheduled from 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM, these operations will disrupt traffic and generate significant noise, necessitating a rolling roadblock managed by the North Carolina State Highway Patrol. These actions aim to enhance infrastructure as part of the ongoing I-485 Express Lanes project, which seeks to alleviate congestion

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Celebration as a kicker scores the winning field goal in a college football game

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Charlotte Kicker Lucas Carneiro Leads Ole Miss to Fiesta Bowl

Charlotte, North Carolina, January 8, 2026 Lucas Carneiro, a standout kicker from Charlotte, made headlines by scoring a dramatic 48-yard game-winning field goal that led the Ole Miss Rebels to a thrilling victory over Mississippi State in the Egg Bowl. This win secures Ole Miss a coveted spot in the prestigious Fiesta Bowl, marking a significant achievement for both the team and Carneiro, who emerged as a key player in this

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Fans cheering at the Spectrum Center during a Charlotte Hornets game

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Charlotte Hornets Host Indiana Pacers, Aiming to End Home Skid

Charlotte, North Carolina, January 8, 2026 The Charlotte Hornets are set to face the Indiana Pacers, looking to snap their three-game losing streak at home. This key Eastern Conference matchup will see the Hornets, with a 13-24 record, seeking to improve their position against a struggling Pacers team that has dropped 13 consecutive games. Both teams will be relying on key players while managing injuries as they meet at the Spectrum

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