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JULY 2017

To Serve and Protect National Night Out: Signal of Awareness

Intolerance Unsung Heroes

Cabarrus Business: On the Go

Breaking Bread: Chef Bouali Dishes

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Word on the Street July 2017 Volume 17 n Issue 7 President Pam Tolen

Managing Editor/Art Direction Kim Cassell Advertising Kimberly Brouillette Jason Huddle Contributing Writers Kim Cassell Jason Huddle Jackie King Contributing Photographers Michael A. Anderson Photography City of Concord Jason Huddle

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Rachel Fesko

Publisher Jason Huddle

Isn’t it funny how one group of people can go from heroes to villains in the blink of an eye? I remember, after 9/11, police, fire fighters and other emergency first responders in communities across the nation were held in high esteem. People would stop them on the street and thank them for serving their community so selflessly.

Last summer, we saw an about-face in the way some of the nation viewed our police forces.

Instead of heroes, some began to proclaim that racism and hatred had infiltrated units across America. Because of the actions of a few officers (as well as false narratives in some cases), it seemed all police officers had been demonized to the point where people actually began to target and kill these men and women who have devoted their lives to protecting and serving the people of their communities.

I’ll be the first to say that some of my colleagues in the media perpetuated this movement. They fueled the fire of racism with half-truths and biased reports. It was as shameful to watch as the events that led to riots across the country last year. It is my belief that our nation is more racially divided now than it was 30 years ago.

Regardless, one can’t deny that there is a need in this country, and our community, to come together and understand one another. That starts by examining all areas of any issue. That is what we have attempted to do this month. We went out with police officers to experience what they experience on a daily basis. We spoke with African-American members of our community to gain their perspective and we also delved into what the local police forces are doing to maintain and even improve relations with their communities.

This month’s edition may not be the Cabarrus Magazine you are used to, but I believe it is necessary. Even as a lifestyle publication, we can’t just ignore important issues of our community. On the contrary. We need to face them head on so that we might move forward, together.

Sincerely,

Jason Huddle

This Issue...

Behind the Badge 6

To Serve and Protect

12

National Night Out: Signal of Awareness

14

Give Me Shelter: Cabarrus’ Adoptable Dogs

16

Intolerance

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Unsung Heroes

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Crime Stoppers: Walgreens Attempted Purse-snatching Case

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Breaking Bread: Chef Bouali Dishes

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Kannapolis police officers take part in the dedication of the new city hall and police headquarters.

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By Kim Cassell

To Serve and Protect TO SAY THERE’S A LEVEL OF VOLATILITY BETWEEN U.S. POLICE AND CITIZENS TODAY IS AN OBVIOUS UNDERSTATEMENT. ALL ONE HAS TO DO IS WATCH TELEVISED NEWS REPORTS FOR A FRONT ROW SEAT TO THE TURMOIL.

Never before have Americans been so close to demonstrations, shootings and confrontations. Phone videos, police dashboard and body cameras, and Facebook Live offer spontaneous, in-your-face accounts. But is this always a good thing? Does it not invite anger and hostility on both sides of the police caution tape?

And not everyone is cut out to be in law enforcement. Officers start each day of public service unsure of what – or whom – they’ll encounter. According to WalletHub, “It’s a calling that more than 900,000 Americans have answered, knowing full well the hazards associated with their occupation. In the past 10 years, for instance, more than 1,500 police officers, including 143 in 2016 alone, died in the line of duty. Tens of thousands more were assaulted and injured.”

Salary.com reports that Concord and Kannapolis police patrol officers earn an annual base salary averaging $50,000. The Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office employs 185 sworn deputies; Concord has 183 officers on staff; and Kannapolis, 83. These figures do not include civilian personnel. As our county continues to grow – and in light of the violence nationwide – will there continue to be those wanting to join our law enforcement agencies?

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Joining Forces In a perfect world, there would be total transparency and disclosure between police departments and citizens and, in an effort to close the gap, there is a variety of programs in place in Cabarrus County aimed at education, unification, partnership and protection.

The Concord Police Department’s K-9 Unit offers demonstrations to the public.

In May, WalletHub released a study entitled 2017’s Best & Worst States to Be a Police Officer. The results are based on three categories: opportunity and competition; job hazards and protection; and quality of life.

Benchmarks under the opportunity and competition category include law enforcement officers per capita, average starting salary, salary growth potential and projected number of law enforcement officers per capita by 2024.

Under the job hazards and protection category, police misconduct confidentiality law, police body-worn camera legislation, degree of lethal force allowed for police use, police

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deaths per 1,000 officers, persons killed by police per capita, violent crime rate, property crime rate and road safety were among the indicators.

And under quality of life, state and local police protection expenses per capita, housing affordability and public image of law enforcement were considered.

Out of the 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia, North Carolina ranked 27th and South Carolina ranked 45th. North Carolina was also the fourth highest state in solving homicide cases while South Carolina was 51st in median income for law enforcement officers.

Community Policing The Cabarrus County Sheriff’s Office says, “Community Police Officers are assigned to areas in Cabarrus County, which enables each officer to build relationships in their assigned community. It also enables officers to identify problems in individual neighborhoods by becoming familiar with crime trends and statistics and working with residents in each community to learn their concerns.

“Community officers investigate certain crimes, such as property crime, in their assigned areas, to work with the residents in identifying unfamiliar vehicles and people.

They work closely with the Criminal Investigations Division. Community officers also work closely with the Crime Prevention Officer in identifying ways to be proactive by preventing crimes from occurring. Officers attend Neighborhood Watch meetings in communities on a regular basis. You may see community officers at many community and county special events, as an opportunity to get to know residents.”

Neighborhood Watch This program, partnering neighborhoods with law enforcement, enables residents to become a second set of eyes and ears for police. An initial meeting is set up to introduce a community officer to those living in the neighborhood. The officer teaches home/property protection, what to look for and what to report to authorities. Learning how to be a good witness is key – providing accurate descriptions, license plate numbers, etc.

Ongoing meetings between neighbors bring everyone together and up to speed with regard to what’s happening on their own streets.

Contact information – both within the community and with police – is shared. It’s recommended that meetings be held in close proximity to the neighborhood: at a church, home, clubhouse, etc. Calling or providing flyers to neighbors may result in a better turnout.

Project SAFE Cabarrus Project SAFE Cabarrus sees federal and state law enforcement agencies partnering to combat illegal guns, gangs and violent crime in Cabarrus County.

“Project SAFE Cabarrus provides law enforcement agencies the ability to identify the small number of people who are causing the most problems in our community,” according to the Cabarrus County website. “The program is designed to help repeat offenders make life-changing choices by telling them to put down their guns and take offers of help from community resources or face the consequences of law enforcement “This law enforcement initiative helps us look for ways to rid the community of repeat offenders through either rehabilitation or stiff sentencing.

“Violent offenders need to take notice of the collaborative effort involved in Project SAFE Cabarrus. We are presenting a united front to stop

violence in our community by working as a team with community leaders, religious leaders, local businesses, community service organizations, members of our judicial system as well as federal, state and local law enforcement agencies.”

Other programs are geared toward children in an attempt to both curb illegal activity and establish a positive, open relationship with police at an early age.

D.A.R.E. The D.A.R.E. Program (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) “is a police officer-led series of classroom lessons that teaches children from kindergarten through 12th grade how to resist peer pressure and live productive drug and violence-free lives,” the county website says. “It ‘humanizes’ the police; that is, young people can begin to relate to officers as people. D.A.R.E. permits students to see officers in a helping role, not just an enforcement role. The program opens lines of communication between law enforcement and youth.

D.A.R.E. officers can serve as conduits to provide information beyond drug-related topics. It opens dialogue between the school, police and parents to deal with other issues.”

School Resource Program School resource officers (SROs) have become engrained in the public school system, serving as law enforcement, counselor and teacher for students and faculty. Crime, disorderly conduct, gang activity and drugs exist – even in elementary schools. SROs “develop or expand crime prevention efforts for students; educate likely school-age victims in crime prevention and safety; develop or expand community justice initiatives for students; train students in conflict resolution, restorative justice and crime awareness; assist in the identification of physical changes in the environment that may reduce crime in or around the school; and

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assist in developing school policy that addresses crime and recommend procedural changes,” according to the county’s website.

The city of Concord has established crime and safety meetings touted as interactive community safety events; they encourage the public to attend.

The next one is being held on Tuesday, July 25, from 6:30 to 8:00pm. Hosted

by Concord First Assembly’s The Village, at 280 Concord Parkway N., Suite 15, guest speakers include Concord Police Chief Gary Gacek, Code Enforcement Manager Robert Watson and Major Jimmy Hughes (with 2017 city crime statistics). A Question & Answer session will follow.

The city of Kannapolis’ Community Services Unit specifically provides education about crime prevention – to both children and adults – at area events and places of business.

Presentations are also held for civic organizations, schools and churches.

Citizens Police Academy “The Kannapolis Police Department Citizens Academy is designed to foster closer and meaningful relationships between the police department and the citizens we serve. Our goal is to have class participants become ambassadors not only for our department but for the law enforcement profession as a whole,” kannapolisnc.gov says. “In general, citizens can only formulate their opinion of the police department by what they see on the news, or what they hear from others. The academy gives participants a transparent insight into all aspects of our police operations. We want them to experience a very comprehensive view that most people will never have the opportunity to see.”

The 10-week program meets on Thursday evenings from 5:45 to 9:00pm with the next series scheduled for fall; a graduation ceremony is held upon completion. The curriculum includes: • Week 1: Department Orientation and

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Police Ethics and Internal Affairs • Week 2: Patrol Operations • Week 3: Use of Force • Week 4: Special Response Teams (SRT)/K-9 • Week 5: Traffic Enforcement • Week 6: Traffic Enforcement & DWI Checkpoints • Week 7: Criminal Investigation Department (CID)/Vice • Week 8: Firearms and Driving • Week 9: Crime Scene • Week 10: Community Service/911 Other Services Cabarrus Area Crime Stoppers, initiated in 2003, is a proven success in providing the public with information about local crimes or persons of interest. The fact that tipsters remain anonymous and do not have to appear in court makes it easier for some individuals to aid law enforcement.

Rewards are also offered.

Those with information can call 704931-7463 or send a text to 274637.

Visit cabarruscrimestoppers.com for more information.

Nextdoor is a free, private social network for you and your neighbors.

It enables everyone to communicate about positive community events as well as crime affecting the neighborhood. Visit nextdoor.com for more information.

Project ChildSafe is a state law that requires firearms to be stored in a safe, locked location within the home.

ReportIt is a phone app that allows smartphone users to communicate

Neighborhood Watch programs teach home/property protection, what to look for and what to report to authorities.

with law enforcement anonymously to report concerns or crimes. The app also stores property serial numbers, descriptions, photos and scanned receipts for identification in case you’re a victim of theft. Visit reportit.com for more information.

Gone are the days of Andy and Barney protecting Mayberry with a single bullet carried in a shirt pocket.

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By Kim Cassell

National Night Out: Signal of Awareness NATIONAL NIGHT OUT (NNO) IS MORE THAN TURNING ON YOUR PORCH LIGHT THE FIRST TUESDAY IN AUGUST. IT’S NEIGHBORHOODS FORMING A COHESIVE BOND TO KEEP TRUST IN AND CRIME OUT.

National Night Out is officially promoted as “an annual community-building campaign that promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie to make our neighborhoods safer, more caring places to live,” natw.org says. “National Night Out enhances the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community.

Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances.”

National Night Out actually grew out of a Community Watch program near Philadelphia. In conjunction with his local police force, Matt Peskin founded National Association of Town Watch (NATW) in 1981 to provide communities with pertinent information to help them stay knowledgeable and safe.

Peskin took it a step further, introducing National Night Out in August of 1984. Since he had law enforcement and neighborhood watch, civic and crime prevention groups already in place through NATW, the first annual National Night Out saw 2.5 million neighbors in 400 communities in 23 U.S. states come together in the form of festivals, parades, block parties and cookouts as well as “safety demonstrations, seminars, youth events, visits from emergency personnel, exhibits and much, much more,” according to natw.org.

Today, 38.5 million neighbors in more than 16,142 U.S. communities, Canadian cities and military bases around the world take part in National Night Out. Locally, Sergeant Chris Friguglietti serves in the Community Outreach &

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This year marks the 16th National Night Out the Concord Police Department has participated in.

Education Unit, Special Operations Division, for the Concord Police Department. He is the go-to person for Concord neighborhoods.

This year’s National Night Out – on August 1 – is the 16th for the City of Concord’s participation in the event.

“In addition to increasing awareness of crime, NNO strengthens neighborhood bonds and community-police partnerships, while sending a message to criminals that neighborhoods are taking a stand against crime,” the City of Concord says. “Bonded neighborhoods deter crime by sending the message that you are close to your neighbors and everyone is aware of what is happening in your neighborhood, and is watching out for each other.”

This year, the Concord Police Department asks that each residence leave its porch light on, at least from 7:00 to 10:00pm, on August 1. The porch light symbolizes both a welcome and a signal of awareness. The department also suggests introducing yourself to neighbors you haven’t met before.

For more information or if your neighborhood would like to host a NNO block party or other activity, please contact Sergeant Friguglietti by

July 15. He can be reached at 704920-5063 or friguglc@concordnc.gov.

Additional information may also be found at nno.org.

This is the first year that the City of Kannapolis is hosting a National Night Out celebration. Like other communities, NNO events have been planned and hosted by individual neighborhoods. Kannapolis invites everyone – including neighborhood associations, community groups and HOAs – to Veterans Park from 6:00 to 8:00pm on August 1.

Food, children’s games, and interaction with the city’s police and fire department staff and community partners are part of the planned festivities.

Dog Walker Watch According to the Humane Society of the United States and the ASPCA, there are more than 75 million dog owners across the nation. That’s dozens, if not hundreds, of neighbors walking their dog throughout the community at all times of the day, all days of the week, in all weather conditions, who are often preoccupied with texting, chatting, emailing and listening to music.

Dog Walker Watch encourages these neighbors to assist local law enforcement as extra eyes and ears while out walking their dog. The program enhances the partnership between police and community while providing resources for neighbors to be more aware and how to effectively observe and report suspicious activity.

Source: natw.org

Veterans Park is located at 119 N. Main Street. For more information or to participate in the event, contact Sherry Gordon at 704-920-4332 or at sgordon@kannapolisnc.gov.

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Give Me Shelter THERE ARE SEVERAL ANIMAL RESCUES IN CABARRUS COUNTY, USUALLY PAST CAPACITY, FILLED WITH ADOPTABLE DOGS, CATS AND MORE!

The saying goes, “People that say money can’t buy you happiness have never paid an adoption fee.” These are the faces of the abandoned, neglected and abused, and they’re looking for that second chance. If you’re looking for a furry family member, please consider pet adoption.

CHARLIE, a hound mix, is a sweet docile boy, good with all dogs, kids and adults. He has completed heartworm treatment, is crate-trained and pottytrained, pointing to his leash and harness and the door when he needs to go for a walk. Charlie has medium energy level but he does chase cats so should not be housed with any. He likes to ride in the car. He will need a fence because, like all hounds, his nose can get him in trouble and lost.

TYRELL, a two-year-old Boxer mix, is searching for that extra special home.

This sweet guy has had some bad experiences with men in the past, so is looking for a female-only home.

While this may sound like a tall order, we know there’s someone out there that can provide the perfect home for Tyrell. He’s neutered, micro-chipped, up-to-date on vaccines and waiting to meet you at Ruth’s Memorial Shelter.

Cabarrus Pets Society P.O. Box 5042, Concord, NC 28027 704-786-7729 petpals@cabarruspets.com www.cabarruspets.com

Humane Society of Concord & Greater Cabarrus County Ruth’s Memorial Shelter 2010 Wilshire Court, Concord 704-784-7387 www.cabarrushumanesociety.org

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OREO, a 1 1/2-year-old male Chihuahua, is very people friendly and does great with other small dogs.

He is extremely afraid of large dogs, however, so cannot go to a home that has any. Oreo loves to ride in the car and wants to sleep on the bed with you. He is house-trained, crate-trained, up-to-date on vaccines, neutered and micro-chipped. Please call to inquire about this sweetie.

Mt. Pleasant Animal Rescue P. O. Box 1076, Mt. Pleasant 980-439-6505 mtpleasantanimalrescue@aol.com

Patient Advocates: Bridging the Financial Gap A Patient Advocate is someone who helps bridge the gap for patients struggling to afford much-needed medications.

Too often, a patient is prescribed medicines his/her provider feels would be the best therapeutic option.

However, once the patient goes to the pharmacy to pick the medicine up, he/ she finds it is not affordable.

At that point, a patient advocate is contacted and given the patient’s information along with the name(s) of the medicine(s) with which they are needing assistance.

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There have been many cases where patients have been able to save thousands of dollars.

“One of the most rewarding parts of my job is when I find out a particular grant fund is open,” Cannon Pharmacy Patient Advocate Jackie King says. “I look for patients who may benefit from it and call them out of the blue to see if they qualify. There is nothing

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The Davis family, from left: Justin, Daphne and Milton

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By Kim Cassell with Daphne Davis

Intolerance THE SHOOTING DEATH OF TRAYVON MARTIN IN 2012 AND THE SUBSEQUENT ACQUITTAL OF GEORGE ZIMMERMAN IN 2013 WAS THE CATALYST FOR THE FORMATION OF BLACK LIVES MATTER (BLM).

Then came the deaths of Michael Brown in Ferguson, MO, and Eric Garner in New York City. Originally a hashtag on social media, the now international, chapter-based BLM took to the streets as a response to these killings and other African-American victims of violence.

The organization typically “engages in direct action tactics that make people uncomfortable enough that they must address the issue,” according to Wikipedia.org. “BLM has been known to build power through protest and rallies.”

Founders Alicia Garza, Patrisse Cullors and Opal Tometi – all AfricanAmerican women – met each other through Black Organizing for Leadership & Dignity (BOLD), which trains community organizers. On their website, blacklivesmatter.com, they have identified 13 “guiding principles” as the foundation for those who are considering joining their movement.

We quote: “Diversity, Globalism, Loving Engagement, Empathy, Unapologetically Black, Black Women, Collective Value, Black Villages, Restorative Justice, Queer Affirming, Transgender Affirming, Black Families and Intergenerational.

Then, in 2015, former Charleston, SC, police officer, Michael Slager, shot Walter Scott – African-American – in the back as he was running away from a traffic stop. That was followed by Baton-Rouge, St. Paul, Dallas…police and civilian lives lost. It paints a muddy – and bloody – picture of the state of the nation.

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Beauty GOs Blue Perfek Pro Beauty Esthetics Academy, a hair studio and beauty school, is preparing to open in downtown Concord. In conjunction, owner Lakiesha Leak is spearheading a program called Beauty GOs Blue. She wants to help connect youth with the police and create better relations because, no matter what, she says, police officers are human beings with tough jobs, and they have children and families as well.

Lakiesha Leak “I would like for there to be on-duty uniformed and off-duty out-of-uniform officers so the children can see that police officers are human beings with a life and family outside of work,” Leak says. “The officers can bring their children if they’d like; we encourage this connection with the children.”

Leak is also looking for sponsors for t-shirts to be autographed by the officers for the children and vice versa. In addition, she’d love for the officers to line up their police cars to show the kids what goes on behind their wheel.

“This is for our youth to meet and greet and build a relationship with our police officers, not be afraid of them because of what they hear or see on TV,” she adds.

“When I was growing up, police officers kept me out of trouble just because they cared for my community, and I respect that and honor them.”

Source: Lakiesha Leak

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Gun control issues, racial profiling, black-on-black crime, religious intolerance – they’re among the determinants for the violence we’re seeing in the U.S. as well.

But what is it like for an AfricanAmerican family living in Cabarrus County today, a family with law enforcement background? Cabarrus Magazine reached out to the Davis family; the following is only edited for sentence structure.

CM: Tell us a little about yourself and your family.

Mrs. Davis: My name is Daphne D. Davis and I’m 52 years of age. I am employed with the Cornelius Police Department. I am married to retired Kannapolis Police Lt. Milton D. Davis. We have one son, Justin, who will be a senior in the fall at Northwest Cabarrus High School. We have made our home in Concord and are members of New Hope Worship Center.

CM: The fact that you work for the Cornelius Police Department gives you an interesting perspective, so what is your opinion concerning the national trend of police violence toward American citizens, especially AfricanAmericans?

Mrs. Davis: My perspective is, it is sad and scary all at the same time. No one should be treated the way I’ve seen some blacks treated in recent news.

At one point, it was as if it was open season on all people of color. Every time the news came on it was about another person (black) being shot by the police.

Of course, working at the Cornelius Police Department does give me better insight on law enforcement. I’ve been in and around law enforcement for the last 23 years. I’ve seen some good police officers and some bad police officers. Just as there are good people that do the right thing, you have bad people that do the wrong thing – period.

My husband and I always talk about

how some people are meant to be the police and some people are meant to call the police. This job is not for every person. Over the years I’ve seen a lot of officers come into this field for all the wrong reasons. They are the ones that cause you to have pause.

CM: Does the media offer an accurate portrayal?

Mrs. Davis: The media does not offer an accurate portrayal of what is happening. The news media is oftentimes trying to be the first one to get dibs on a breaking news story when they don’t have all the facts in place.

This causes alarm in a community and now you have citizens running all over the place on bits and pieces of a story they’ve heard from a breaking news piece. In many cases this causes strife and discord amongst citizens. Truth in reporting has, in many cases, taken a turn to who is first and how much a story can be sensationalized.

CM: How does social media play a role (cell phone videos, Facebook Live, etc.)?

Mrs. Davis: Social media can be a great tool if it is utilized properly.

There are so many looking for a quick buck or their 15 minutes of fame.

This, in many cases, causes the facts to be distorted. The other part of this is that people are impatient and want to know what happened rather than the facts of the matter.

CM: How have recent occurrences making the national news impacted your son?

Mrs. Davis: We find ourselves answering more and more of his questions of why is this or that happening. He made a statement once that he’s almost scared sometimes to go out for fear of something happening. However, we have told him that God has not given you a spirit of fear. We tell him often, if you do what’s right, that’s all that matters.

CM: Do you find yourself having to alter the way you parent/respond to incidents that your child sees on TV? Mrs. Davis: Yes. He’s seen news

stories where the person was doing what he was told by the officer and still ended up getting shot or beat up.

So, his question then is, what is he supposed to do in that case. We have given him scenarios of ‘what-ifs’ for just about any given situation.

Milton is a BLET (Basic Law Enforcement Training) instructor at RCCC (Rowan Cabarrus Community College), so we have done several roleplay scenarios. It’s sad that you must roleplay with your child about meeting people of authority. Whatever happened to the conversations of this is respect and the fact that respect must be shown to be received? Where are normal conversations about life and the direction(s) one must take to be successful? Just the general aroundthe-table conversation of how was your day and what did you learn or discover?

CM: With regard to Cabarrus County’s police force, how do you feel if pulled over during a traffic stop?

Mrs. Davis: Just the fact of blue lights behind me intimidates me to a certain point. That’s not just for Cabarrus County. Any law enforcement that I’ve ever encountered on a traffic stop intimidates me to a certain point.

Not that I’ve been stopped a lot of times. But when I have been stopped and I see those blue lights, my mind begins to wander to what I’ve done.

You ponder if this is going to be a good stop or a bad stop. I immediately start thinking, what did I do wrong?

Do I fit the description of someone they are looking for? Does my car fit the description of one they may be looking for? I tell myself, keep my hands on the wheel and don’t make any sudden, quick moves.

CM: Do you agree that all police officers should wear body cameras?

Mrs. Davis: I feel that all police officers should wear body cameras.

Body cameras can tell a story when there are no other witnesses.

CM: What changes, if any, can the

police force make to build positive police-citizen relations?

Mrs. Davis: There needs to be more police-to-citizen meetings or seminars of learning the why of a police officer.

Explain to the citizens about certain policy and procedures that must be followed during certain crimes or arrests or traffic stops. A bettereducated community gives way for less issues when encounters do occur.

Officers should park their police vehicles and walk their beats and get to know the people in the community.

There was a big push for communityoriented policing in the late 1990s and early 2000s. That push is going away. You do see some officers taking it upon themselves to keep this kind of policing alive by interacting with communities and not making this an us-against-them situation.

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Sergeant “Sword� was able to overcome anxiety and depression stemming from the stress of the job.

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By Jason Huddle

Unsung Heroes SERGEANT “SWORD” (NO REAL NAMES WILL BE USED IN THIS ARTICLE IN ORDER TO PROTECT THE IDENTITIES OF THESE LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS) STEPS OUT OF HIS VEHICLE AND APPROACHES THE TRUCK HE’S JUST PULLED OVER. It seems pretty standard. The vehicle has an expired license plate and Sword is only planning on giving him a friendly reminder to get it renewed. It’s one of several calls he will attend to that day as he checks on the officers under his command to make sure they are meeting the high standards set by the police department.

Regardless of the reason for this traffic stop, Sword says you never can let your guard down. “You don’t know what you’re going to get,” he explains. “Most people are compliant and traffic stops are uneventful, but sometimes they can get hostile and you just don’t know if it could be your last one.”

At first the driver explains he has left his license at home – a common excuse for those who don’t have one. Sword’s experience tells him that. Nevertheless, he gives the driver the benefit of the doubt and takes his information down in order to confirm his identity through the computer. As he enters the name into the computer attached to his dash, there is a problem. No information is coming back. Sword is going to have to call this one in to precinct headquarters.

Another officer arrives on the scene. She had driven by the traffic stop previously and had noticed this call was taking longer than usual. Her instincts tell her that her sergeant may need assistance. Finally, there’s a hit. The driver’s information begins to flash across the screen. Driver’s License: Revoked, warrant

Sergeant “Sword”

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Mr. “Keller” works undercover for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, assigned to a federal task force on drug trafficking.

issued for arrest. The charge? Larceny.

What had begun as a simple traffic stop has now escalated. Now the sergeant knows he has to approach the man again and take him into custody.

The driver has been compliant up to this point, but Sword knows the situation can go either way now. He calmly approaches the truck, his fellow officer close behind.

“Sir, can you step out of the vehicle,” he asks the driver.

“Why? What’s wrong,” the driver retorts as he complies. As soon as he’s out of the vehicle, Sword instructs the now-suspect to place his hands behind his back and informs him there is a warrant out for his arrest. As Sword places handcuffs on him, the man

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looks shocked. Thankfully, though, he is not resisting. The subordinate officer takes the man into custody and places him in the back seat of her squad car without incident.

As he is filling out the paperwork on the arrest, Sword is visibly relieved the situation was resolved peacefully and without incident. He knows how dangerous his job is. In fact, only a year ago, Sword was dealing with major anxiety and depression. He had previously been an officer working third shift. The long nights, stress and requirement that you suppress your feelings for the good of the job had all caught up with him. This, coupled with the rise in angst and even violence against the police on a nationwide

scale last summer, were not helping things.

“I was in a bad place,” he says.

“But, the thing is, I love my job!”

Fortunately, a promotion and move to better hours, along with some counseling, brought Sword out of that place. Now, only five years away from retirement, he wonders what the next step will be. “I can’t imagine doing anything else.”

One of Sword’s fellow crime fighters is a man we will call Mr. “Keller.”

Although he is an officer with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD), he is assigned to a federal task force on drug trafficking.

Since he focuses on drug rings as opposed to individual offenders, his job can and does take him into other areas, including Cabarrus County – even other states.

Working undercover, Keller places himself in very dangerous situations on a regular basis. “When we set up drug buys or serve search warrants, situations can go south very fast,” he explains.

He says he has managed to avoid harm thus far, but that doesn’t mean he hasn’t been in serious danger. “One time, a guy came at me with a steel pipe. He even began to beat on my windshield. Fortunately, I was able to distance myself and put the car in between him and myself, so I did not have to shoot him.”

Keller says he’s faced situations like that several times throughout his career – sometimes due to his own choices. “I did some dumb or unsafe things that I should have done differently. When you’re young, you think you’re invincible and you do things that aren’t safe.”

He knows better now. Still, just like with Sergeant Sword, the satisfaction of the job outweighs the possible danger.

“I like the satisfaction of putting away some really bad and violent people.

In federal court, people get sentenced more time on their convictions. I don’t get to see the normal population as

part of my job. The people I deal with are criminals and criminal associates, so my satisfaction comes from seeing those people go to jail.”

Just the same, every job has its drawbacks and both Sword and Keller agree on what that is. “Paperwork,” they both say. For every arrest, traffic stop or call, it has to be filled out. While Sword considers it an inconvenience, Keller says his is much worse.

“When you work for a federal agency, the paperwork is 10 times worse than normal. CMPD paperwork is a piece of cake, but the federal side is much more complicated. Sometimes the paperwork takes more time than the field work,” he says.

In light of recent events making national headlines, some police departments have found it harder to do their jobs. In some communities, people have become less helpful, distrusting and even aggressive towards officers.

“Some people have a misconception that racism is a factor (in making arrests or stops),” Keller says. “The biggest is that police will shoot people on a whim. Statistics prove that’s not the case. Out of 425,000 traffic stops in Charlotte last year, there were zero shootings. The media has really blown that (misconception) out of proportion and it’s distorted reality.”

Sword, who was on the front lines last summer when riots broke out in downtown Charlotte, says now that tensions have diminished, things are better. Keller agrees. “Most people have a pretty good perception of law enforcement,” he says. “We’re here to help.”

As to what the public can do to help law enforcement, Keller says people should be aware and report any unusual activity right away. “Use your gut. If it’s telling you something’s not right, report it. The public plays a huge role in crime prevention.”

He would also like to remind people

they can remain anonymous when reporting a crime or suspicious activity.

As to what you should do if you are being detained or arrested, Sword says the driver at the beginning of this article was a prime example of what people should do. “He was compliant. He did not resist and he gave us no reason to believe he would be aggressive in any way. That led to a peaceful arrest without incident.”

At the end of the day, law enforcement officers are just like the rest of us. They are husbands and wives, fathers and mothers, brothers and sisters. They are contributing members of our community that, frankly, don’t deserve the dehumanization they have received as a whole because of the actions of a few. They care enough about our community to put their lives on the line every day. Officers like Sword and Keller deserve our respect, not our contempt. n

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Sponsored by Chez Francois

Breaking Bread Bouchee’ a la Reine (Queen’s bite) Bouchee’ a la Reine is a classic vol-au-vent (windblown bite) French pastry item. It was given a queen’s name because some people in the Middle Ages could neither afford chicken breasts nor the spices that went with it.

INGREDIENTS 4 chicken breasts 4 sheets puff pastry 1 Tbsp. butter 1 Tbsp. olive oil 2 shallots (medium-sized) 12 mushrooms (small or medium, sliced) 4 carrots (large, minced) ½ tsp. thyme

½ tsp. oregano 1 egg, beaten 12 oz. chicken stock 1 Tbsp. flour 4 Tbsp. heavy cream 1 14.5-oz. can cut green beans 1 tsp. lemon juice ½ tsp. each, lemon and orange zest

Francois Bouali was born into two cultures that are drenched in French cuisine: Tunisia on his father’s side and France on his mother’s side. Now an authentic French chef, Bouali makes his own bread, pastry, classic French dishes, and even his own cheese – selections that will be offered at Chez Francois.

SAUCE: Bring chicken broth to a boil; add chicken. Cook approximately 10 to 12 minutes. Boil green beans in broth for approximately 4 minutes, then set aside.

In a sauté pan, combine olive oil and butter; add minced shallots and carrots, and sauté for 5 minutes. Add sliced mushrooms and cook for another 3 minutes.

Remove chicken from broth and dice into small sections. Set aside. Add all the broth to the sauté pan and stir on low heat. Then add heavy cream, salt, pepper, green beans, lemon juice and zest. Set aside.

PUFF PASTRY: Shape the puff pastry into the shape you prefer; i.e., butterflies, hearts, etc. The classical way is to make small circles. Each pastry shape is 3 layers so you will need to build one shape onto another until you have 3 layers. Brush some water on the first layer of every shape before you add the second layer. Brush the second layer with beaten egg. When adding the third layer, make sure you have a small hole in the center and then brush it with beaten egg.

FINAL PREPARATION: Preheat oven to 380˚F. and bake pastry for approximately 10 to 12 minutes – until pastry rises and is golden brown. Remove from oven and make a small hole in the middle of every Bouchee’ a la Reine with your finger. Fill the pastry shapes with the sauce and serve immediately. Bon appetit!

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On the Go Walkers and Runners Needed for Appalachian State Study at NCRC

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The Appalachian State University (ASU) Human Performance Laboratory on the NC Research Campus is in need of at least 30 more male and female walkers and runners for a study that is currently underway.

The purpose of the study is to determine if a 45-minute brisk walk can have the same effect as running on the digestion and circulation of flavonoids, which are health-promoting compounds in fruits and vegetables.

Previous research conducted by David Nieman, director of the Human Performance Laboratory, showed that running improves the transfer of the small flavonoid molecules from the colon back into the body, producing healthful effects.

In this study, 85 walkers and 25 runners who are healthy males or females between the ages of 18 and 50 will be tested. Volunteers must have a regular history of walking more than 100 minutes per week totaling all walking, both short and long duration, and be capable of walking 45 minutes briskly on a treadmill. Runners must have a history of participating in 10K to 42.2K races and be capable of running for 2.5 hours on a treadmill.

Volunteers will visit the ASU laboratory at the NCRC four times, taking a total of five to six hours. During the first visit to the lab, volunteers will receive baseline fitness testing and an orientation. After two weeks of taking the supplement or a placebo, volunteers will visit the lab twice within 24 hours to either be in a group that walks or rests in the laboratory. A comparative group of 20 to 25 runners will ingest the flavonoid supplement for two weeks and then run 2.5 hours on treadmills in the lab. Volunteers will also collect urine for 24 hours, provide four blood samples and keep one, three-day food record.

People who complete the study will receive $275. For more information or to sign up, email ASU-NCRC@appstate.edu.

City of Kannapolis Receives Safety Awards The City of Kannapolis has been recognized by the North Carolina Department of Labor for maintaining a safe and healthful workplace in 2016.

The statewide program includes Andy Yoos, Kirk Beard, Pat Patty, N.C. Department of more than 5,000 North Carolina Labor Commissioner Cherie Berry, Donie Parker, Tina firms, and about 3,000 awards are Cline, Tracy Winecoff and Melissa Loveless presented each year. In order to qualify for an award, businesses must have no fatalities and an injury incidence rate at least 50 percent below the average for their industry.

The City of Kannapolis received the following awards: Administration: Gold Award; Customer Service: Gold Award; Fire: Silver Award; Police: Silver Award.

The Gold Award recognizes that the City of Kannapolis administration and customer service employees did not miss more than 1.25 days of work, were not restricted from activity and were not transferred due to injury. The Silver Award recognizes that the City fire and police employees did not miss more than one full day of work due to injury.

City of Kannapolis Water Treatment Plant Receives Award The staff at the City of Kannapolis Water Treatment Plant has earned the North Carolina’s Area Wide Optimization Program Award, meaning turbidity levels in the City’s water is below federal and state minimums. Turbidity is a measure of cloudiness or haziness in the water caused by particles that can interfere with James Irvin, Director of Public Works disinfection.

Wilmer Melton and Water Treatment While all drinking water systems have to meet Manager Alex Anderson strict federal and state standards, the City of Kannapolis has met performance goals that are significantly more stringent. This award is an example of how dedicated the Water Treatment Plant staff is and their commitment to the City and its customers in providing a safe and dependable supply of drinking water.

The Area Wide Optimization Program (AWOP) is a joint program between the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and all U.S. states. North Carolina has participated since 2000 and works cooperatively with water systems to use existing equipment and treatment processes to improve and optimize water quality.

Rowan-Cabarrus Awarded AT&T Digital Literacy Grant Rowan-Cabarrus Community College has been awarded an exciting new grant from AT&T. The $5,000 grant will allow the college to conduct computer training classes to improve digital literacy in the community.

The program, called Passport for the Online World, is designed to help beginners to advanced online application users. This program will include a range of training, from basic computer classes to courses on transitioning to cloud-based computing, Microsoft Online Office and using social media in a work search. Participants in the program receive a stamp in their virtual passport when successfully completing one of the computer trainings.

The college will offer this program as part of the award-winning R3 (Refocus, Retrain, Re-employ) program.

The R3 model has been in existence at Rowan-Cabarrus for a number of years, largely helping to support the workforce laid off in the region over the last two decades. The college currently provides employability workshops, adult basic education, NCWorks Career Center services and job search assistance free of charge through the R3 program.

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There’s so much to enjoy at Intimidators home games!

• Independence Fireworks - July 3 • Eddy Alvarez Bobblehead Giveaway (first 1,000 fans) - July 8 • Star Wars Night with post-game fireworks against the Columbia Fireflies - July 22

Buy One, Get One FREE Reserved-Level Ticket!

Valid for any home game in July or August 2017 (NOT VALID on July 3 or July 22-25)

With this coupon, courtesy of Cabarrus Magazine

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JULY PIEDMONT FARMERS MARKET July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 8:00am 518 Winecoff School Road, Concord • Open year-round. Fresh local produce, honey, free-range eggs, antibiotic and hormone-free beef, chicken and pork.

• 704-425-5559; piedmont-farmersmarket.com PIEDMONT FARMERS MARKET AT ROTARY SQUARE July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 • 9:00am-12 noon July 4, 11, 18, 25 • 10:00am-1:00pm Corner of Corban Avenue and Union Street • Fresh local produce, honey, free-range eggs, antibiotic and hormone-free beef, chicken and pork.

• 704-425-5559; piedmont-farmersmarket.com HARRISBURG 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION & FIREWORKS July 3 (4pm-10:30pm) July 4 (4pm-11:30pm) Harrisburg Park 4100 Main Street, Harrisburg • 704-455-5614 ROCKIN’ THE BURG CONCERT SERIES July 3-4 • 6:30-9:00pm • FREE Harrisburg Park 4100 Main Street, Harrisburg • Takes place in conjunction with the Annual Harrisburg July 4th Celebration • Food trucks on-site; bring your lawn chairs and blankets; pets on leashes are welcome.

• harrisburgjuly4th.com A VET TOGETHER July 4, 11, 18, 25 • 9:00-11:00am Carm’s Cafe 42 Union Street S., Concord • Join Cabarrus Veterans Coalition for free coffee and conversation.

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BOJANGLES’ SUMMER SHOOTOUT & FIREWORKS July 4 • 5:00-10:00pm Charlotte Motor Speedway 5555 Concord Parkway S., Concord • Fireworks on the track in a 4th of July festival of fender-banging action, but the fun continues with an autograph session and a spectacular fireworks show after Legends Cars and Bandoleros heat up the front stretch quarter-mile.

• 800-455-3267; charlottemotorspeedway.com HARRISBURG JULY 4TH PARADE July 4 • 9:00am Highway 49, Harrisburg • Parade route begins at Captain Steve’s and will travel north down Highway 49 to conclude at the intersection of Robinson Avenue and Highway 49.

• An array of military and non-military floats, businesses, walkers, bands, performers, equestrian groups and fire trucks • 704-455-7275; smarble@harrisburgnc.org CABARRUS CHRISTIAN WOMEN’S CONNECTION July 6 • 9:30am • $15 Cabarrus Country Club 3247 Weddington Road, Concord • Human Trafficking featuring attorney, Paula Yost • Mama Said There Would Be Days Like This by guest speaker, writer and gardener, Anne Curry • Special brunch music by Martha Campbell • For reservations (by July 3) and information, contact Barbara at 704786-2722, barb1960@windstream.net

KANNAPOLIS FARMERS MARKET July 6, 13, 20, 27 • 4:00-7:00pm Corner of Vance Avenue and Dale Earnhardt Blvd., Kannapolis • Variety of fresh, local produce as well as cheese, ice cream, honey, baked goods, spices, crafts, jewelry, soaps, lotions, candy, candles, bee pollen.

• The market accepts credit cards, WIC, and SNAP/EBT. • kannapolisnc.gov THURSDAYS ON MAIN LUNCH SERIES July, 6, 13, 20, 27 • 11:30am-1:00pm Veterans Park 118 South Main Street, Kannapolis • Free performances by various musicians: bluegrass to classical to country and rock music. Lunch is available or you can bring your own.

• kannapolisnc.gov TODDLER STORY TIME July 6, 13, 20, 27 • 10:30am Mt. Pleasant Branch Library 8556 Cook Street, Mt. Pleasant • Children from walking age to three years old with caregiver. Songs, stories, finger plays followed by playtime for toddlers and networking for parents.

• 704-436-2202 BROWN BAG COLORING FOR ADULTS July 7, 14, 21, 28 • 11:00am-12:00pm Mt. Pleasant Branch Library 8556 Cook Street, Mt. Pleasant • Coloring books aren’t just for kids anymore. Bring your lunch and color your stress away. We provide the materials or bring your own.

• 704-436-2202

MOVIES IN THE PARK July 7: SING July 21: Pete’s Dragon 8:30pm Village Park 700 W. C Street, Kannapolis • Music and entertainment before the movies; movies start at dusk.

• Blankets, lawn chairs and picnics/ coolers are permitted and concessions will be available.

• No pets, tobacco, grilling, glass bottles or outside alcohol. Children under the age of 18 need to be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

• kannapolisnc.gov 2ND SATURDAY OPEN STUDIOS AT CLEARWATER ARTIST STUDIOS July 8 • 10:00am-4:00pm 223 Crowell Drive N.W., Concord • Several art studios on premises will be open with resident artists present to talk to, watch work, etc.

• 704-784-9535; clearwaterartists.com GUIDED HISTORIC WALKING TOUR July 8 • 10:30-11:45am • $10 • Downtown Concord was ground zero for events that shaped life for those throughout Cabarrus County and the entire South.

• Join local author and historian, Michael Eury, through a guided historic walking tour of downtown Concord.

• 704-784-4208; info@concorddowntown.com KANNAPOLIS CRUISE-IN July 8 • 1:00-7:00pm Corner of West Avenue and First Street, downtown Kannapolis • This family-fun event brings out thousands of show cars and spectators.

• 704-932-3808; cabarrusevents.org THE CABARRUS QUILT GUILD July 10 • Doors open 6:00pm Forest Hill United Methodist Church 265 Union Street N., Concord • Meet & Greet/refreshments: 6:15-6:45pm • World View by Ricki Selva • cabarrusquiltersguild.org

THURSDAYS ON MAIN - EVENING SERIES: BLACKWATER RHYTHM & BLUES BAND July 13 • 6:00-9:00pm Veterans Park 118 South Main Street, Kannapolis • Free performances by various musicians ranging from bluegrass to classical to country and rock music • Dinner will be available for purchase or you can bring your own picnic.

• kannapolisnc.gov KANNAPOLIS ARTS SHOWCASE July 14 • 7:00-10:00pm Sunshine’s Asian Cuisine 215 West A Street, Kannapolis • Inviting artists to come out with three pieces of their work to be put on display at Sunshine’s Asian Cuisine.

• A stage is available for open mic performers.

• mknox@modernfilminc.com; www.kannapolisarts.com STREETLIGHT 5K July 14 • 6:00-9:00pm Historic Downtown Concord • Hosted by Concord Parks & Recreation, the start/finish line will be on Means Avenue and the race will run through downtown Concord, utilizing the Greenway System.

• Festival and live music • 704-920-5600 CONCERTS IN THE PARK July 15: On the Border (Trial by Fire) July 29: Too Much Sylvia 7:00-10:00pm Village Park 700 W. C Street, Kannapolis • Blankets, lawn chairs and picnics/ coolers are permitted and concessions will be available.

• No pets, tobacco, grilling, glass bottles or outside alcohol. Coolers will be checked at several entry points.

The Beer & Wine tent will be open during concerts for alcohol sales; ID is required.

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GOLD AS CURRENCY July 15 • 1:00-2:00pm Reed Gold Mine 9621 Reed Mine Road, Midland • Representatives from Charlotte Coin Club provide free lecture regarding the use of gold as currency, with notes on the Bechtler mint and the history and output of the Charlotte mint.

• Please RSVP: reed@ncdcr.gov.

• 704-721-4665; nchistoricsites.org CHILDREN’S THEATER: ALICE IN WONDERLAND WITH BRIGHT STAR July 19 • 10:00am Veterans Park 118 South Main Street, Kannapolis • Kids of all ages will enjoy these free performances in the park!

• kannapolisnc.gov SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY July 22 • All Day Historic Downtown Concord • Make a purchase at any participating business and enter into a drawing for $100 in Downtown Concord Dollars to be spent in participating businesses.

• 704-784-4208; concorddowntown.com STORIES UNDER THE STARS: PIEDMONT DANCE BALLET July 22 • 7:00pm Village Park 700 W. C Street, Kannapolis • Join us for this unique literary performing arts event. Geared toward families with children of all ages.

• kannapolisnc.gov CABARRUS CHAMBER BUSINESS AFTER HOURS July 25 • 5:30-7:00pm Location TBD • Premier networking event for business professionals; held at various locations.

• Free for Chamber members; nonmember guests are welcome to attend up to three times.

• Chemin Duffey: 704-260-8110; coordinator@cabarrus.biz CDDC ANNUAL PARTY July 27 • 7:00-9:00pm • A celebration of the previous year’s accomplishments, while at the same time introducing key initiatives for the new fiscal year.

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At a Glance Accounting Firms

Potter & Company 434 Copperfield Boulevard N.E Concord, NC 28025 704-786-8189 www.gotopotter.com

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Antiques & Collectibles

The Depot at Gibson Mill Page 31 325 McGill Avenue N.W., Concord, NC 28027 704-787-9351 www.depotgibsonmill.com

Automotive Maintenance

Certec Automotive Page 19 2215 Roxie Street, Kannapolis, NC 28083 704-795-2426 • 800-264-6823 www.certecautomotive.com

Automotive Sales

Ben Mynatt Family of Dealerships Page 10 281-289 Concord Parkway S. Concord, NC 28027 704-786-2151 (Cadillac) 704-788-2121 (GMC) www.benmynatt.com

Bridal Fairs

Carolina Bridal Fair August 6 Cabarrus Arena & Events Center 4551 N.C. Highway 49N. Concord, NC 28025 704-574-3977 www.carolinabridalfair.com

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Carpet To Go & More Page 3 701 Concord Parkway N., Concord, NC 28025 704-956-2866 www.carpet2go.com New Hope Worship Center 452 Brookwood Ave. N.E. Concord, NC 28025 704-786-0155 www.newhopewc.org

Cleaning Services – Office

Blue-J Serving Cabarrus County and Greater Charlotte Metro 704-589-3148 www.bluejsmallofficecleaning.com

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Carolina CompuTech Page 11 850 Union Street S., Concord, NC 28025 704-785-8066 • 704-785-8076 tech@carolinacomputech.com www.carolinacomputech.com

Dance Studios

Dance Productions #theRemix 5478 Hudspeth Dairy Road Harrisburg, NC 28075 704-455-7503 www.danceproductionsremix.com

Financial/Lending Institutions Nova Credit Union 169 Dale Earnhardt Blvd.

Kannapolis, NC 28081 704-734-2800

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Pharmacies

Cannon Pharmacy Page 15 760 Cabarrus Avenue W., Concord, NC 28027 704-788-6337 1706 S. Cannon Blvd., Kannapolis, NC 28083 704-933-6337 1402 N. Cannon Blvd., Kannapolis, NC 28083 704-933-7948 www.cannonpharmacies.com Harrisburg Hometown Pharmacy Page 23 5006 Highway 49 S., Harrisburg, NC 28075 704-454-RX4U (7948) www.harrisburgpharmacync.com

Photographers

275 Branchview Dr. S.E., Concord, NC 28025 704-795-0088 www.novacu.com

Michael A. Anderson Photography Page 11 38 Union Street S., Concord, NC 28025 704-701-5908 mike@michael-a-anderson.com www.michael-a-anderson.com

Funeral Homes

Print & Technology Services

Hartsell Funeral Homes Page 22 460 Branchview Dr. N.E., Concord, NC 28025 704-786-1161 13575 Broadway Avenue, Midland, NC 28107 704-888-5571 522 N. Second Street, Albemarle, NC 28001 704-983-1188 www.hartsellfh.com

Carpet/Flooring

Churches

Computer Sales, Service and Repair

Wilkinson Funeral Home 100 Branchview Drive N.E. Concord, NC 28025 704-786-3168 www.wilkinsonfuneralhome.com

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Healthcare

Cabarrus Rowan County Health Centers Inc. Page 19 Logan Family Medicine 298 Lincoln Street S.W., Concord, NC 28025 704-792-2313 McGill Family Medicine 202D McGill Avenue N.W. Concord, NC 28025 704-792-2242 www.crchc.org

Jewelry Stores

Grimsley’s Jewelry Page 3 5405 Village Drive N.W., Concord, NC 28027 704-788-4653 • 270-378-0549 www.grimsleysjewelry.com

Modern Impressions 5029 West W.T. Harris Boulevard Charlotte, NC 28269 800-840-2554 www.modernimpressions.com

Professional Sports

Kannapolis Intimidators P.O. Box 64, Kannapolis, NC 28082 704-932-3267 www.intimidatorsbaseball.com

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Restaurants

Chez Francois Page 25 9 Union Street N., Concord, NC 28025 980-439-6602 www.francoisfrenchcafe.com

Satellite TV and Internet Providers Spectrum 1-800-595-4610 www.spectrum.com

Theatres – Live

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Old Courthouse Theatre Page 31 49 Spring Street N.W., Concord, NC 28025 704-788-2405 www.octconcord.com

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