What does the future hold for downtown Kannapolis’ ‘Social District’?

KANNAPOLIS, N.C. — Downtown Kannapolis has been undergoing a complete transformation over the last 10 years or so with another goal, which is a “Social District.”

The idea is to have a more relaxed area where people can walk out of restaurants with alcoholic drinks in specially marked cups.

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Supporters said the open container area would bring more changes to Kannapolis.

>> In the video at the top of this webpage, residents and business owners speak with reporter Mark Becker about what the future holds for downtown Kannapolis.

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