Welcome to Mercury Local, the team behind some of Charlotte’s most essential local newsletters—Strolling Ballantyne and Queen City Express. As part of the larger Charlotte Mercury ecosystem, we are redefining what local journalism looks like in the digital age.
What We Do
Mercury Local is more than just a publishing company—it’s a community-first news network that keeps Charlotteans informed, engaged, and connected. Our mission is to deliver high-quality, hyper-local journalism that prioritizes depth over speed and relevance over clickbait. Whether you live in Ballantyne, Uptown, South End, or beyond, Mercury Local brings you the stories that matter most.
Our Publications
🏡 Strolling Ballantyne
Your weekly guide to Ballantyne, Blakeney, Waverly, and beyond—from real estate insights to community events, business spotlights, and neighborhood trends. Whether you’re looking for the best coffee shop, school updates, or zoning news, we’ve got you covered.
🚆 Queen City Express Launching Q3 2025
A no-nonsense, smartly curated newsletter delivers Charlotte’s top business, politics, development, and culture news. If it’s happening in Queen City, you’ll hear about it first from QCE—without the fluff, just the facts (and maybe a little fun).
Why Mercury Local?
✔ Community-Focused: We tell the stories that matter to you, not just those that drive clicks.
✔ Ad-Supported, Not Ad-Driven: Our model prioritizes quality journalism, not intrusive pop-ups.
✔ Hyper-Local Insights: Forget the national noise—our focus is Charlotte, NC, and nowhere else.
✔ Engaging & Accessible: No jargon, no paywalls, just real news for real people.
✔ Multi-Platform Reach: Get your news how you want it—newsletters, podcasts, digital, and more.
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Mercury Local: Smart news for the Queen City—without the noise. 🚆🏙️
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