The Charlotte Ledger

As a growing number of older adults are childless and live alone, there’s a rise in ‘solo agers’ who face unique planning challenges

Hendrix Hough worked the sound board and made friends for life

For 40 years, carrier Leigh Robinson has slung newspapers and forged friendships.

MapleWalk Garden, a hidden 2-acre sanctuary created by a husband and wife duo, is poised to unveil its vibrant Japanese maple display

Inside the standing ovation epidemic: We’re applauding everything — and it’s time to stop this polite pretense

Doodles, diets and dog degrees: What I learned while making a business of walking Charlotte’s posh pets