Charlotte Bobcats could get new owners
Sources close to the situation anticipate a quick resolution, as to whether Bobcats managing partner Michael Jordan or ex-Houston Rockets president George Postolos will close a deal with majority owner Bob Johnson. Jordan's window of first-refusal to buy the team is close to expiration, sources say, and he was still recruiting partners this week to invest $260 million or more to complete a purchase of Charlotte's NBA franchise. Jordan has repeatedly declined interview requests on his effort to buy the team. Postolos, who now leads a Houston-based consulting firm, declined comment when reached Wednesday. Postolos has patiently pursued this team, on behalf of ...
Celebrate the 2010 CIAA – Heaven at Blue
CIAA WEEK 2010: The Thursday Night Hot Spot!HEAVEN³ @ BLUE Thursday, February 25, 2010 Talk of the Town presents its third Heaven @ Blue event for CIAA Week, Charlotte, NC. This event has grown into one of the most exciting Thursday events during the CIAA. Friends from DC, MD, VA, NY, NJ, NC, and ATL have made HEAVEN @ BLUE the traditional "meet up hot spot" to link up with old friends, classmates, and alumni in town for the CIAA. It is the only Thursday event with live entertainment, and is FREE before 8:30 every year. This event has been consistently giving the ...
The Queen City welcomes the CIAA Tournament
On Tuesday, the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association tips off its weeklong, 20-game basketball tournament at Time Warner Cable Arena. The event, now in its fifth year in Charlotte and 65th overall, has become a moneymaker for local hotels and restaurants, particularly uptown. In 2009, the CIAA tourney generated an economic impact of $38.2 million, according to the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority. Tourism leaders say the men’s and women’s basketball event is valuable not just because of how much spending it brings, but also for the time when that spending occurs. Late winter is typically a slow time of year for visitors ...
Charlotte Roller Girls Announce 2010 Schedule; Home Opener on March 6
A 2010 schedule that features 13 bouts, including seven home dates at the Grady Cole Center, has been announced by the Charlotte Roller Girls. The season runs from February through December and features competition with teams from Philadelphia (PA), Baltimore (MD), Richmond (VA), Roanoke (VA), Virginia Beach, (VA), Athens (GA), Augusta (GA), Columbia (SC), Raleigh and Wilmington. The home season kicks off on March 6. The Charlotte Roller Girls have two interleague teams, the All-Stars and B Dazzlers. The All-Stars, who have competed in every interleague home bout since 2008, are made up of the league’s most veteran players. The league’s ...
MICHAEL BUBLE TO PERFORM AT TIME WARNER CABLE ARENA
MICHAEL BUBLE BRINGS CRAZY LOVE TO warner cable arena® JULY 10 Tickets Go on Sale fRIDAY, February 12 at 10 a.m. via Ticketmaster Grammy Award-winner Michael Bublé is coming to TIME WARNER CABLE ARENA® for one night only on Saturday, July 10. Tickets go on sale Friday, Feb. 12 at 10 a.m. through Ticketmaster. Touring in support of his #1 selling release, “Crazy Love,” Michael Buble has been called “one of the most likeable performers on Earth.” His previous tour sold-out in 90 US cities, where he performed for over 650,000 fans. Michael’s “Crazy Love Tour” will be his biggest and most ...
Three Amazing Days of Exclusive Wine Events right here in Raleigh!
February 4th – 6th Each year in February The Triangle Wine Experience brings to you, right here in Raleigh, exclusive wine dinners and free wine tasting events with winemakers from California and all over the world. You will have the opportunity to attend auctions where you can find lots that you never thought you could find of rare vintages and oversized bottles. Vacations to Italy, Mexico, Napa Vally and Hawaii!!! Meet new friends and simply have the evening to remember full of what a glass of wine does best ~ bring people together in celebration! “This event is now receiving national recognition. ...
Panthers to conduct Football 201
Panthers to conduct Football 201 The Carolina Panthers will offer Football 201 presented by Belk on Tuesday, Nov. 3 from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Bank of America Stadium. An advanced football workshop designed for women and men, Football 201 will provide a continuation of topics covered in Football 101 and introduce fans to new subjects - such as basic formations, film breakdown, the salary cap, free agency, scouting and NFL Draft - all taught by Panthers players. Attending a previous Football 101 Workshop is recommended in order to register for Football 201. The cost of the program is $50 per person ...
Charlotte Roller Girls to Hold Free Exhibition at Ayrsley Grand Cinemas 14; Coincides with Whip It Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Craig Bailey Sports Media & Events 704.552.9405 (office) 704.904.8306 (mobile) cb@sportsmediaandevents.com Charlotte Roller Girls to Hold Free Exhibition at Ayrsley Grand Cinemas 14; Coincides with Whip It Release Charlotte, N.C. (September 27, 2009) - On Friday, October 2, the Charlotte Roller Girls will hold a free exhibition bout in front of the Ayrsley Grand Cinemas 14 to celebrate the opening night of Whip It, a roller derby themed movie directed by and staring Drew Barrymore. The exhibition runs from 6:30 p.m. until 9:30 p.m., weather permitting. “Our entire organization is a buzz over the release of Whip It,” said Charlotte Roller Girls league president Emily Kupprion. ...
Queensryche with Lita Ford Concert Announced October 20th
QUEENSRYCHE WITH SPECIAL GUEST LITA FORD THE FILLMORE CHARLOTTE – OCTOBER 20 QUEENSRYCHE TO ENLIST SERVICES OF LITA FORD FOR AMERICAN SOLDIER TOUR. THE QUEEN OF HEAVY METAL TO PERFORM BRIEF SONG SELECTION DURING QUEENSRYCHE SET. QUEENSRYCHE -- who have been touring since late March in support of their newest effort American Soldier (Atco/Rhino) -- will be taking The Queen of Heavy Metal, Lita Ford, on the road with them for over two dozen dates beginning October 15th (see full itinerary below). Ford will hit the stage during the QUEENSRYCHE set to perform three songs including her Top 10 Billboard hit (performed with Ozzy Osbourne), "Close My Eyes Forever," which she will ...
Discount Tire to Sponsor Brad Keselowski With Penske Racing for 2010 NASCAR Nationwide Series
No. 22 Discount Tire Dodge to Debut Next Season SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. and MOORESVILLE, N.C., Sept. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Discount Tire has reached a multi-year agreement with Penske Racing and driver Brad Keselowski beginning with the 2010 NASCAR Nationwide Series. Discount Tire will serve as the primary sponsor for at least 26 races in next season's Nationwide Series on the Penske Racing No. 22 Discount Tire Dodge Charger driven by Brad Keselowski. Earlier this month, Penske Racing announced that Keselowski will join the team and compete in full-season efforts in both the Nationwide and Cup Series, beginning next season. "We are looking forward to ...