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Scoop Labs (™) recently conducted a short one-question survey with a simple question: The big why: Most of us are too embarrassed or shy to talk about it, but intimacy matters. And every now and then, we’re going to approach taboo topics in a digestible/anonymous way. Results: The overwhelming majority of people in our community […]

It’s Truist Championship week. I walked the Quail Hollow greens earlier this week to scout the local food, drink and merch options. Here’s what to know if you go.  Food and bev: Provisions are scattered all throughout the course, but there are few stops with a delightful selection of local options. South End Fan Zone […]

In the world of interiors, there’s been a marked shift in how we use our homes. We’re calling the shots now—not tradition. “I love the shift because it reflects a deeper desire to truly use every inch of the home,” Cheryl Luckett, Principal Designer of Dwell by Cheryl, tells Scoop. In some ways, COVID showed […]

Get a group of health-conscious friends together, and there’s a good chance GLP-1s come up.  And even when these drugs aren’t dominating conversation, the effects of widespread GLP-1 use are quietly rippling through just about every industry you can think of.  The survey says… A recent Scoop poll (with 186 responses) reveals 1 in 4 […]

When patio weather strikes, you need a plan. Here are five spots to consider for your next al fresco happy hour. The Artisan’s Palate  This woman-owned wine bar & restaurant opened during COVID, so I feel like it never quite got the shine it deserves. It’s cute for date night or a group get together.  […]

May is Women’s Health Month — a time dedicated to prioritizing the wellbeing ofwomen at every age and stage of life. It also brings us Mother’s Day, a moment whenwe celebrate the women who nurture, lead, support, and hold families and communitiestogether. It’s the perfect reminder that caring for others starts with caring for yourself. […]

Parent Diaries is a monthly series showcasing how real people in Charlotte approach building their families & parenting. Participate.  Describe your family structure. Married. Three kids. Two dogs. One stray cat who lives on our porch. Constant motion. How old are your kids? Seven, five, and one. How much do you spend on childcare? Childcare […]

The best part of this job is learning from the women who shape Charlotte, and this installment of Founder Diaries is no exception. I had the chance to catch up with Toska Husted, who recently regained full control of her eponymous skin spa.  Turns out, there are no shortcuts to glowing skin or running a […]

The Truist Championship, one of the most social weekends of the year in Charlotte, is almost here. Now’s the time to plan your outfit (or outfits!) so you can head into the tournament prepped and relaxed.  What to consider: People undeniably dress for this event, but the ideal tournament look balances personal style with practicality.  […]

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Dress for the Occasion is a series where I ask stylish Charlotteans how to get dressed, based on the occasion.  This week, I talked to personal stylist Whitley Adkins.  Prompt: Elevated every day for the busy mom. She’s dashing from drop-off to board meetings to errands, so her outfit needs to work all day and […]

Jeff and Paula Conway, who’ve been married for 48 years and work together every day, know a thing or two about how to keep a good thing humming. They started out as CPAs from Oklahoma State. Opening a restaurant was never in their five-year plan—or any-year plan.  But somehow, 20 years ago, they found their […]