Charlotte's top 'Tweeps'

You'll find a vibrant online community of "Tweeps" (or "Twitter people," to the uninitiated) to communicate with on Twitter here in Charlotte.

In a city known for its openness to newcomers, people active in Twitter circles are some of the most welcoming folks you'll meet.

Follow a few good local Twitter feeds and personalities and you'll get an unfiltered current of information, insights and observations about Charlotte and its people.

With that in mind, here are 10 Twitter accounts a newcomer to Charlotte might find useful:

@CLTweetup: Revolves around a monthly networking social, where local Tweeps can connect with others.

@Smclt: Catch up with some of Charlotte's most in-the-know social media types with Social Media Charlotte, a networking group that holds a monthly breakfast meeting.

@CharlottGotAlot: Visit Charlotte, the marketing arm of the Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority, tweets about everything from upcoming socials and concerts to specials at local restaurants and bars.

@Asccharlotte: Get updates on what's happening in Charlotte's vibrant arts scene.

@Anthonyfoxx: Find out what's on the mind of Charlotte Mayor Anthony Foxx.

@MeckCounty: Get tips on local government services from Mecklenburg County's Twitter feed.

@Theobserver: Follow local and regional news via the Charlotte Observer.

@Wxbrad: Get daily weather forecasts from WCNC-TV's Brad Panovich.

@Helenschwab: Get the scoop on local restaurants from Observer restaurant critic Helen Schwab.

@Tommytomlinson: Much-loved Observer columnist, sage Everyman of Charlotte.

Tommy Tomlinson is as interesting on Twitter as he is in his columns, which is saying something.