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Changing fan habits a challenge for NASCAR

As NASCAR and Charlotte Motor Speedway continue to deal with falling ticket revenue, they are happy for fans like Butch Berkebile. But as they prepare for the Sunday’s Coca-Cola 600 – they also are concerned about a trend he represents.
Video snippets from Speed Street

Speed Street 05.23.13
Scene & Heard: Catwalk for a Cause
Sorensen: How will NASCAR get its groove back?
NASCAR's top 25 in influence
Speed Street kicks off in uptown
Map: Race Festival Layout

Report: Cerberus or Bain Capital might buy Harris Teeter

By Ely Portillo | E-mail | May 23, 2013

Cerberus Capital Management and Bain Capital are possibly interested in buying Matthews-based Harris Teeter, as the grocer continues to explore a sale, The Wall Street Journal reported Thursday.

Lawmakers give green light to I-77 tolls

By Jim Morrill | E-mail | May 23, 2013

A leading Republican lawmaker – and a senior transportation department official – said Thursday that work on new Interstate 77 toll lanes could start next year.

Chiquita CEO emphasizes break with the past

By Ely Portillo | E-mail | May 23, 2013

To achieve turnaround, Lonergan says Chiquita must focus on bananas and salads, not on “distractions” like smoothies and fruit cups.

Speakers: Global economy could leave Charlotte behind

Man charged in ex-girlfriend's fatal stabbing

7:11AM

Authorities said Tony Lamont Luther, 40, turned himself in to the Magistrate's Office before the body of his ex-girlfriend was found in her Salisbury apartment.

Mecklenburg County Arrests - 05.23.2013

IRS offices closed today, due to budget cuts | 7:07AM
S.C. veteran finally learns he was officially a hero | 12:30AM
N.C. prisoners might lose legal advocates | 10:07PM
Questions raised over checks at center of sweepstakes probe | 9:40PM
CMPD, Secret Service bust ATM fraud ring | 9:34PM
Matthews police employee charged with embezzlement | 8:58PM
Honoring their sacrifice | 8:31PM
NewDominion Bank finishes $10 million capital raise | 8:02PM
McCrory backs compromise on Dix property | 6:52PM
Inmate escapes from Lincolnton work release program | 6:04PM

LOCAL NEWS » 7:13AM

Toilet paper closes U.S. 74 west of Shelby

A crash Friday morning involving two tractor-trailers left dozens of rolls of toilet paper strewn across the road.

More Friday traffic updates
Map: Speed Street road closures

LOCAL NEWS » 6:45AM

Cheaper gas, more police patrols for holiday travelers

More Carolinas residents are expected to hit the road this Memorial Day weekend.

FAITH & VALUES » 7:21AM

Hanlin offers parting words, challenges for Charlotte

The longtime Mecklenburg Ministries leader is moving to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Greensboro

NATIONAL NEWS »

Boy Scouts vote to accept openly gay boys

Under the proposal, gay adults will remain barred from serving as Scout leaders.

NATIONAL NEWS » 6:47AM

I-5 Bridge collapse survivor: 'Hold on'

Three people were hurt after part of the Washington bridge collapsed, sending cars into the Skagit River.

I-5 bridge collapses

BUSINESS » 7:24AM

H&M to open Carolina Place store

The fast-fashion apparel store plans to open a store in Pineville this fall.

Slideshow »

The Daily Edit 05.24.13

THATS RACIN »

Hamlin blisters record to take pole

Thursday night, Denny Hamlin used a jaw-dropping, track-record lap at 195.624 mph to win the pole for Sunday’s Coca-Cola 600.

Thursday's photos
Bad combo: Stewart, CMS & 600 miles
Sunday's starting grid

PANTHERS »

Greg Hardy leaner, just as mean

Panthers DE Greg Hardy might have lost weight, but he hasn't lost his gift of gab.

Panthers workout 05.23.13
Notes: Veteran CBs make impression
OTAs: 5 impressions

PHOTOS »

A-10: Charlotte 5, Rhode Island 2

49ers top R.I.
Hamilton keeps 49ers in command
Heels show no mercy

PREP BASEBALL »

South Meck takes Game 1 of series

South Meck (25-6) now plays Roberson on Friday in Asheville. The series winner advances to the state finals.

S.Meck - TC Roberson 05.23.14
Thursday's results

Luke DeCock»

Coach K's Olympic switch affects Duke

MOVIES »

Latest ‘Fast & Furious’ chapter is (lug) nuts

If you go to movies for cool cars, stupid stunts then “Fast & Furious 6” delivers handsomely. It may be the best film of the franchise. Grade C+ | Trailer