This week on Sports Legends of the Carolinas, Alex Zietlow interviews Coach Mike Krzyzewski, or Coach K. Mike Krzyzewski served as an astonishing basketball coach for 47 years and has impacted the game and this state forever. In his 42 years coaching the Blue Devils, he led the team to 5 national titles, 13 Final Fours and 1,202 wins — the most all-time. As if that was not enough, Coach K was Team USA’s head basketball coach in three straight Olympic Games, earning gold medals every time, and he has a remarkable story attached to each and every one of his accomplishments.
Sports Legends of the Carolinas is hosted by Scott Fowler. It’s produced by Loumay Alesali, Jeff Siner and Kata Stevens. McClatchy’s director of audio is Davin Coburn. Our interns on this production are Christina Silvestri and Zoe Williams. For lots more on the show, visit
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Things to Do in Charlotte, North Carolina
Events, Life, Sports, Weather, News
Every season and day in Charlotte brings something new to the table. From heated sports battles to chart-topping entertainers and colorful city celebrations, there’s always a reason to make the most out of this charming metro area.
The most popular neighborhoods in Charlotte include uptown, which encapsulates the heart of downtown Charlotte and offers upscale apartment and condo living. Myers Park is another highly desirable neighborhood, offering a tree canopy over century old historic mansions and leafy streets for strolling.
When you’re craving some culture, head to the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art or the Levine Museum of the New South for a dose of cultural immersion. Or, take a trip to the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden during Holidays at the Garden, a seasonal event that showcases over a million lights, live music, and other festive activities.
Sport fans will enjoy the many professional teams based in Charlotte. The city is home to the Carolina Panthers of the National Football League and the Charlotte Hornets of the National Basketball Association, as well as a variety of minor league baseball, indoor soccer, and ice hockey teams.
The average livable salary in Charlotte is about $36,000 for a single person without children, and $84,000 for a family of two adults and one child before taxes. The city’s cost of living is lower than that of larger hubs like New York and Los Angeles. It is also 2 percent less than the national average.