Charlotte ranks as the fifth best place to live in the U.S., lauded for its strong economy and recreational offerings.

The Travel Channel recently released its list of the 10 best amusement and water parks in the US ... The Fury 325 at Carowinds in Charlotte, North Carolina, is one of the world's five tallest ...

Charlotte, North Carolina, thrives as a growing metropolis, its skyline rising alongside southern charm. Yet, in 2025, some of its parks—once buzzing with laughter and games—stand eerily still.