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MINT HILL – Richard “Fig’’ Newton is ready to take the next step up the local government ladder. Shortly after moving to Mint Hill almost three decades ago, Newton has served a variety of roles for the town, including town commissioners since 2015. Newton now has his sights set on the mayor’s seat as the

retired business executive said he will run for the town’s top elected position. Local business people Brad Simmons and Karen Trauner have also announced their intentions to run for the seat. Mayor Ted Biggers has not publicly announced whether he will seek an 11th term. The filing deadline is in July, and the election will be held in November. Newton first got involved in local

government by serving on the Mint Hill 10-year plan committee in 2000 and then again served on the same committee beginning in 2011. Newton also served on the planning board for four years before being elected commissioner in 2015. “I am the most experienced candidate in the race so far, by far,” Newton said. “When I got to town here, I started talking to people and started getting involved. I figure this

is the progression to move on up to mayor. I think after four years (on the planning board), you should either move up or move out. I have been fortunate enough to be elected twice to the board of commissioners. Now, I figure it is time for me to step up.’’ Newton said one of his goals is to keep taxes as low as possible while providing the citizens of the town with the necessary services needed to keep Mint Hill a great place to live. see NEWTON, Page 2A

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CHARLOTTE – David LeGrand could think of no better way to describe the Class of 2019 than the title of Robert Schuller's book, “Tough Times Don't Last, But Tough People Do.” The Independence High School principal reminded the nearly 500 graduates gathered for commencement on June 8 at Bojangles' Coliseum how they survived two hurricanes, an ice storm with widespread outages and some personal challenges. “We experience what happens in the world around us,” LeGrand said. “We have information and news at our fingertips the moment it happens, but the things that are designed to bring us closer together are tearing us apart. The real challenge is how are we support and guide our students through the many unexplained events that rocked our world.”

Graduates have fared well so far, including earning more than $1.2 million in scholarships and giving back to the community and beyond in many ways through service. “Class of 2019, you will continue to experience challenges that will push you to your limits, but remember this: When there is no struggle, there is no strength,” LeGrand said. “We need this generation's creativity and strength to solve the issues that the world faces.” Katherine French, who was named class salutatorian, said she leaves Independence High School with three takeaways: mistakes don't define you, there's power in collaboration and do not settle. “Never stop creating until you are satisfied with the world around you,” she told classmates. Above: Friends and family of Independence High School graduates cheer during the processional June 8 at Bojangles' Coliseum. Justin Vick/MMHW photo

Thompson helps children, families heal by Karie Simmons karie@cmgweekly.com

MATTHEWS – Thompson Child & Family Focus has called Saint Peter’s Lane off Margaret Wallace Road home for nearly 50 years, but most people don’t even know it’s there. Tucked away on 60 acres, the nonprofit has a long history of impacting the lives of families and children across the county and state. Today, it's offering a fresh start to teen girls who have been through immense trauma. Thompson was founded in 1886 as an orphanage in uptown Charlotte. Part of the campus included St. Mary’s Chapel, which still stands today in Thompson Park between 3rd and East

4th streets. It is the only remaining structure of the original orphanage. Thompson moved to Saint Peter’s Lane in Matthews in 1970. It has since grown from its early beginnings as an orphanage and children’s home into a leading provider of clinical and prevention services across the Carolinas. Each location provides comprehensive education, therapy and care for families and children in need. Thompson now provides services to clients from almost half of the state’s 100 counties and employs more than 300 people. Much of that growth is thanks to President and CEO Will Jones. He arrived at Thompson in spring 2017 see THOMPSON, Page 3A

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From butterflies in our bellies to senioritis in our brains, These aren't really symptoms. They're more like growing pains. Lessons learned, tassels turned – the future draws near, Just take a moment to reflect on the highlights from this past school year. Aug. 27: CMS opens with new boundaries This fall was especially significant for Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools because 87 schools opened with new boundaries or magnet programs approved by the school board in May 2017. For example, Dilworth and Sedgefield elementary schools were combined with kindergarten through second grade attending Dilworth and third through fifth grades going to Sedgefield. Northeast Middle opened with a computer science and coding magnet program. Aug. 28: School board gives ultimatum to towns In response to the state granting Matthews, Mint Hill, Cornelius and Huntersville the authority to open or manage charter schools, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board of Education passed the Municipal Concerns Act. The act sought a commitment from the towns not to build charter schools or else the district would prioritize school construction in Charlotte, Pineville and Davidson. Leaders from the towns and CMS have met a few times since to discuss issues see SCHOOLS, Page 6A

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MATTHEWS – Greater Matthews Habitat for Humanity dedicated its 108th home built in the Greater Matthews area June 1 on Dion Drive. The home was built in memory of Matthews resident Sandy Marano, who lost her battle with breast cancer in October 2016. Marano served as the charity's family services coordinator for many years. New homeowners, Gabriel and Pauline, have given more than 400 hours of “sweat equity” in exchange for a $0 down, interest-free mortgage. Since 1989, Greater Matthews Habitat for Humanity has provided decent homes with an affordable mortgage to help lower-income families obtain self-sufficiency. Families help build their home alongside volunteers and make mortgage payments. Visit www.greatermatthewshabitat.org for details.

Police have found property MINT HILL – Mint Hill Police is sending a notice out of found property in its possession The following items are in the department's possession: iPads/tablets, cellphones, debit/credit cards, firearms, backpacks, wallets, identifying documents, landscaping equipment, sunglasses/glasses, vehicle keys and utility bag. Anyone who believes the property is theirs must have proof by providing serial number verification and a photo ID. All inquiries are by appointment only. Call the police at 704-545-1085 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. weekdays.

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The Mint Hill Police Department reported these incidents May 27 to June 2: Alcohol • 12000 block of Idlewild Road: Driving after consuming. May 31 • 14300 block of Lawyers Road: Driving while impaired. June 2 Assaults/Threats • 4800 block of Stoney Trace Drive: Assault on a government official and resisting a public officer. May 27 • 6400 block of Wilgrove-Mint Hill Road: Simple assault. May 30 • 6900 block of Kuck Road: Communicating threats. June 1 Break-Ins • 13000 block of Lake Bluff Drive: Burglary and vandalism. May 30 Break-Ins, Vehicles

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MATTHEWS – Officers with the Matthews Police Department responded to a vehicle break-in in progress at 1:35 a.m. June 7 at the 9800 block of Treeside Lane, prompting three suspects to flee the scene on foot. The first suspect was apprehended near Margaret Wallace and Idlewild roads, while the other two were caught in the 4400 block of Lindsay Lane. Police discovered three vehicles had been burglarized. Cameron Nijar Neal and Michael Perlera Perez, both 17 and from Charlotte, were arrested on charges of breaking or entering a motor vehicle, possession of stolen goods and resisting a public officer. The third suspect will have charges processed through the Mecklenburg County Juvenile Court system. The Mint Hill Police Department assisted in the arrest.

Police arrest shoplifting suspects MATTHEWS – The Matthews Police Department arrested four women accused of leaving Dick's Sporting Goods with over $2,200 worth of unpaid merchandise. Officers responded to the shoplifting in progress at 3:36 p.m. June 7. Shreene Julissa Beasley, 26, and Jasmine Sharde Thomas, 27, were arrested on charges of Conspire to Commit Felony Larceny, as well as Aid and Abet Felony Larceny. Kendra Nicole Blake, 16, and Heaven Emya Lemon, 18, were arrested on charges of Conspire to Commit Felony Larceny, as well as Felony Larceny.

• 4800 block of Stoney Trace Drive: Theft from motor vehicle. May 30 • 7000 block of Stillwelll Road: Theft from motor vehicle. May 30 Drugs • 6900 block of Denbur Drive: Maintaining a vehicle dwelling place, possession with intent to sale/distribute cocaine, heroin and methamphetamine; possession of marijuana and paraphernalia; and resist, delay and obstruct. May 27 Fraud/Forgeries • 8500 block of Olde Stonegate Lane: Identity theft. May 31 • 11500 block of Lawyers road: Identity theft and counterfeiting/forgery. May 31 • 13300 block of Albemarle Road: Passing counterfeit currency and obtaining

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“One of the top issues is keeping up with the growth and manage it properly for the best use for the town,” Newton said. “We have a lot of houses on the slate right now, and we have to keep our eye on that. We don’t want to get a bunch of houses and then nobody buys them. We keep opening the door for everybody, and we need to know when to slow it down.’’ Newton was an executive with several different companies that sold products to Lowe's Home Improvement. He said that experience will benefit him if he is elected mayor in November. “I dealt with millions and millions of dollars,” Newton said. “I’m very well qualified.’’ Newton said adding athletic fields and park amenities on Brief Road is a pressing need for the town. Adding those fields was part of a $15 million bond election last year, that also included a 2,500-seat stadium at

goods under false pretense. May 31 Property Damage • 6800 block of Wilson Grove Road: Hit and run. May 27 Thefts • 3800 block of Matthews-Mint Hill Road: Larceny. June 1 • 8300 block of Wilson Woods Drive: Motor vehicle theft. June 1 • 10200 block of Bainview Drive: Larceny of trailer. June 1 • 10200 block of Sable Cap Road: Larceny. May 30 Other • 4300 block of Wilgrove-Mint Hill Road: Warrant service for offense committed in another jurisdiction. • 9200 block of Chislehurst Road: Solicit prostitution and simple assault. May 31

Veterans Park, that was defeated by voters. “We don’t have an option on Brief Road. We have to do something out there because we have a grant on it and we only have so long to do it,” Newton said. “I would like to see the Brief Road fields done ASAP. That would be my wish, but we have to balance our budget, too. We do the most we can every year. (Town Manager) Brian Welch does a great job of staying on top of that. Brian is a heck of a budget guy.’’ Besides being active in local government, Newton has long been involved in serving his church as an elder along with volunteering with several other organizations. Newton, who plays golf several times a week to help him stay in shape, hasn’t slowed down in retirement. He is looking forward to being an active mayor if elected. “I like to stay busy, I’ve always been that way,” Newton said. “I’m used to staying busy, and I have plenty of time. My doctor said I am doing great. I’m as good as I can be.” Newton has lived with his wife, Lisa, in Mint Hill for 27 years. The couple has two adult daughters.

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with nearly 23 years of human services experience. Fifteen of those years were in senior and executive-level leadership in public and private agencies. In his first two years at Thompson, Jones cultivated growth across all areas of service within the organization, resulting in the additional impact of 900 children daily. He helped expand family education services to Union and Cabarrus counties and worked with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools to open an alternative middle school called Turning Point Academy on the St. Peter’s Lane campus. The school just wrapped up its first academic year. Jones’ involvement has also lead to an 80% increase in foster care services – including an expansion to Asheville – and increased utilization of Thompson’s Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF), which is Thompson’s most intensive level of care. It’s a clinical setting for children and teens who have been severely abused and diagnosed with mental illness. Up until this year, the program was only for boys. Thanks to funding from Cardinal Innovations Healthcare’s Community Reinvestment Initiative, Thompson was able to open a new residential services program for adolescent girls in April. The program, housed in Smith Cottage on Thompson’s St. Peter’s Lane campus, is for girls with a variety of traumatic backgrounds, such as human trafficking, abuse, sexual assault, family drama, drugs and alcohol. It is the highest level of treatment outside a hospital setting. Smith Cottage is a partnership among Thompson, Mecklenburg County and Cardinal and was created in response to the gap in residential and mental health serves found and discussed in the report “Navigating the Maze.” The report – published in 2017 and commissioned by the Foundation for the Carolinas, the Children’s Medical Fund and Mitchell’s Fund – noted there were no group homes for girls 13 to 18 years old with around-the-clock supervision in Mecklenburg County. Providers were referring teen girls to programs in other states, some more than 200 miles away. “It wasn’t really helpful,” said LaDell Josey, program director for Smith Cottage. “You can’t really reengage them with their families when they’re in another state.” Josey said the PRTF girls are a “tough

Early childhood: Childhood Development Center (Clanton Road, Charlotte) Serves children 6 weeks old to 5 years Thompson Center for Early Childhood IMPACT Offers behavior intervention, program quality support, professional training, technical assistance, specialized therapy and parent support to early childhood providers, children and families throughout Mecklenburg, Union and Cabarrus counties

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population to serve.” They don’t see themselves as victims and don’t really want to be helped. They think they’re successful because they’re making their own money and choices and are unaware they’re headed down a dangerous path. Thompson aims to change that way of thinking, Josey said. Smith Cottage holds up to eight girls and the average stay is 90 to 120 days. The program has 13 direct care staff, an in-house mental health therapist, a nursing staff and a recreational therapist who does art-based therapy. During their stay, the girls might learn life skills like nutrition, cooking, conflict resolution, coping, budgeting, independent living, gardening or drivers education, depending on their goals. They also attend family therapy sessions and go to school on-site with private teachers. They can either get credit for their classes to transfer back to regular school or work toward their GED. “We’re showing them there are other ways to feel successful,” Josey said. Another big thing for the girls is internal motivation – wanting to change on their own – mindfulness, yoga and meditation, as well as processing and regulating their emotions. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps them identify and change negative thinking patterns, Josey said. “There’s a light at the end of the tunnel,” added Anthony Jones, Thompson’s chief operating officer. “Just because you’ve had a high level of trauma in the past, doesn’t mean you can’t get past that.” Josey said girls track their progress in the program by moving up the “five tiers

of royalty.” Each girl starts as a “lady” and becomes a “countess,” “princess,” “queen” and finally “empress” as she meets certain behavioral and emotional goals. In the end, there is a graduation ceremony, and girls are discharged back to their families or to a stable home setting. A direct care staff member and case manager helps each girl throughout that transition. “Our goal is to step the children down into lower levels of care,” Anthony Jones said. “That doesn’t mean they won’t need any type of care.” Josey and Anthony Jones said they’re seeing progress with some of the girls already. A few are showing an interest in school and positive behavior changes, and some who are known to run away aren’t pushing back as much. “With the population that we serve, small steps are actually huge steps,” Anthony Jones said. “If you gloss over the small steps, you may miss an opportunity.” The state of North Carolina has been in the top 10 in the nation for human trafficking, and Charlotte is known as one of the major cities were it occurs. Josey said without Thompson, these teen girls are at a high risk of being trafficked, assaulted or murdered, going to jail, contracting AIDS/HIV and having an overall shorter life expectancy. Without Thompson, they might never break the cycle on their own. “Intervention can be a lifesaver for some of these ladies,” she said. “This is life-changing work that we’re doing,” Anthony Jones added.

Family support and stability: Family education Classes for parents with children of various ages Foster care and foster parent licensing Friends of the Children – Charlotte Mentoring program that provides a professional mentor to Charlotte’s most at-risk youth for 12.5 years Mental health: Thompson Connect Youth-driven and trauma-informed program for youth 12 to 17 years old in the custody of DSS Youth and Family Services; includes short-term housing, assessment and treatment with the goal of connecting youth to a permanent home Outpatient therapy services (Wendover Road, Charlotte) Individual, family and group counseling as well as clinical assessments Intensive in-home Counseling and case management for youth and families within their home or community setting; offers concentrated help to achieve family stability Wraparound program Focuses on youth 6 to 20 years old with complex mental health needs as they transition back into the community from an inpatient Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility, other mental health facility or a therapeutic foster home Thompson REACH Counseling and case management for youth and families within their home or community setting; goal is to reach those who may have barriers to participate in traditional outpatient counseling Thompson RISE One-on-one community-based coaching service for young adults ages 16 to 21 to help provide them the tools and knowledge they need to successfully transition to adulthood Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (Saint Peter’s Lane, Matthews) An intensive clinical setting for children and teens diagnosed with mental illness Other: Turning Point (Saint Peter’s Lane, Matthews) CMS-partnered alternative middle school; classes taught by CMS teachers and students participate in therapy sessions with Thompson clinicians; average stay is 45 to 60 days

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Attorney: Don't shrug off local landscaping laws Dear Attorney, I live in Matthews. I am considering new landscaping for my home, but I want to make sure I don't run afoul of any laws or ordinances. Does the Town of Matthews have any rules I need to check? What happens if I already planted something in violation of them? – Green Thumb Dear Green, Yes, the Town of Matthews has an extensive ordinance that governs trees, shrubs and how to properly maintain them. The intent of this ordinance is to ensure that uniform standards are applied throughout the town to maintain safety and avoid nuisances, both public and private. The ordinance also explains what happens when the rules are violated, and what actions the town can take. You can obtain a copy of the ordinance by contacting the office of the Town Manager. Let's address your question about landscaping violations with a hypothetical. Assume you planted a tree one foot from the property line with your neighbor. You would be in violation of Section 99.12 of the ordinance which states, in part: “The minimum distance to the nearest property line or public right-of-way for planting shall be six (6) feet for large trees and three (3) feet for small trees.” Regardless of the size of your tree, it would need to be planted at least three feet from the property line. Your neighbor would have the right to object to the fact that it was planted only a foot away. But there are certain procedures that have to be observed on your neighbor's part as well. A resident who has an issue with a violation of the tree ordinance should inform the town. If there is a violation, the town will then notify the offending resident. The notice shall set forth the nature of the violation, as well as the required remedy and time period to come into compliance with the ordinance. Except in certain emergency situations (not likely present in your case), the requirements of the tree ordinance have to be followed.

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Editor’s note: Information provided by the Charlotte Regional Realtor Association and www.sales.carolinahome.com

Home Sales DATE SOLD

ADDRESS

SALE PRICE

28105 Annecy 9642 Newby Lane

2-May

$280,000

Ashley Farms 2902 Walsingham Ct. 29-May $176,000 10024 Ashley Farm Drive 15-May $215,000 Benton Woods 9331 Tillot Drive 22-May

$465,000

Brandonwood 11027 Brandonwood Ln. 30-May $349,900 Brightmoor 1116 Sunnyview Circle 31-May $264,500 1237 Armadale Lane 30-May $304,900 3113 Crescent Knoll Dr. 21-May $285,000 2733 Edgebrook Circle 20-May $310,000 2315 Whispering Spring Drive 17-May $305,000 1110 Cindy Carr Drive 6-May $265,000 2421 Brightmoor Ridge Drive 6-May $292,000 Callaway Forest 2815 Longspur Drive 6-May 4025 Cedarbark Drive 1-May

$225,000 $225,000

Chase View 9732 Chase View Drive 9720 Chase View Drive 9715 Chase View Drive 9719 Chase View Drive 3327 Chase Forest Ct. 9716 Chase View Drive 9724 Chase View Drive 3323 Chase Forest Ct. 9712 Chase View Drive

$271,620 $253,275 $256,100 $250,580 $247,100 $238,040 $247,100 $239,045 $271,425

Dunnwood 2333 Axford Lane

27-May 15-May 13-May 10-May 9-May 9-May 9-May 9-May 7-May 10-May

Eden Hall 816 Greenbridge Drive 9-May

$315,000 $524,455

Fairfax Woods 3506 Straussburg Woods Lane $260,000

29-May

Glenwood Manor 9625 Manus Court 23-May Habersham 329 Hounds Run Drive 30-May 4230 Hounds Run Drive 30-May Heathers 2615 Kilmarnock Court 21-May

$206,000 $222,000 $218,000 $245,000

Mallory Manor 1306 Manicott Drive 1-May

$615,000

Marshbrooke 3408 Chardmore Drive 1-May $243,000 Matthews Estates 1023 Clearbrook Road 31-May 614 Meadow Lake Drive 30-May 730 Moss Creek Drive 13-May Matthews Grove 1907 Savannah Hills Dr. 10-May

$300,000 $335,000 $324,000 $281,452

Matthews Plantation 1303 Holly Ridge Drive 15-May $355,000 1427 Matthews Plantation Drive 10-May $328,000

ADDRESS

DATE SOLD

SALE PRICE

Matthews Ridge 3302 Darlington Road 23-May

$325,000

Millstone Ridge 2614 Tall Pines Lane 20-May 2626 Tall Pines Lane 3-May

$285,000 $286,500

Old Belle Meade 4325 Spring St. 31-May

$433,525

Providence Hills 1232 Overstream Lane 28-May $445,000 3025 Providence Hills Drive 28-May $420,000 3338 Savannah Hills Dr. 14-May $435,000 3001 Providence Hills Dr. 6-May $506,400 Providence Manor 1609 Gupton Court 10-May Providence Reserve 5007 Helena Park Lane 20-May Reverdy Glen 905 Arborfield Drive 23-May

$505,000 $410,000 $845,000

ADDRESS 7300 Walnut Wood Dr. 7104 Lea Wood Lane 7319 Mossborough Ct. 7123 Walnut Wood Dr.

DATE SOLD

SALE PRICE

24-May 15-May 13-May 9-May

$177,000 $210,000 $205,000 $198,000

Country Hills 15535 Walnut Cove Dr. 13-May 15223 Sharpe Road 8-May 15326 Walnut Cove Dr. 6-May

$200,000 $275,000 $175,000

Cresthill 11330 Cresthill Drive

10-May

$225,000

Danbrooke Park 9209 Plashet Lane 30-May 9448 Burmester Lane 24-May 6604 Paul Schadt Lane 24-May 9435 Peckham Rye Rd. 14-May

$232,500 $215,000 $257,000 $243,000

Deerhurst 9107 Parkhurst Lane

28-May

$166,600

Edinborough Woods 726 Mornington Drive 16-May 5847 Olivet Drive 1-May

$194,000 $190,000

Farmwood 6401 Gold Wagon Lane 21-May 5500 Gristmill Lane 17-May 4121 Singletree Road 10-May 4910 Golfview Court 10-May 5539 Barnsdale Lane 3-May 6503 Farmlake Drive 3-May

$280,000 $260,000 $305,000 $252,500 $307,000 $340,000

Farmwood East 11917 Shady Oak Court 6-May

$330,000

DATE SOLD

ADDRESS

SALE PRICE

Olde Savannah 8517 Nathanael Greene Lane 2-May $230,000 Olde Stonegate 8429 Olde Stonegate Lane 29-May $335,000 Oxford Glen 15206 Buckhaven Court 23-May 15317 Bexley Place 15-May

$300,000 $264,000

Oxfordshire 6023 Crown Hill Drive 31-May 5918 Crown Hill Drive 30-May

$420,000 $354,000

Pence Pond 7630 Pence Pond Lane 10-May

$194,000

Pleasant Valley 7913 Silver Maple Lane 31-May

$450,000

Sarah Hall 5401 Olivet Drive

17-May

$83,500

Shamrock Hills 8519 Lawyers Road 17-May

$76,000

Sardis Forest 9709 Wardlow Court 30-May 9808 Chaney Court 23-May 9313 Hinson Drive 16-May

$260,900 $301,000 $310,000

Sardis Plantation 28 Foxfield Lane 24-May 501 Grayson Court 3-May 628 Walnut Point Drive 3-May

$320,000 $385,000 $382,500

Southminster Woods 311 Lakenheath Lane 10-May

$361,000

Squirrel Lake Village 1627 Privette Road 10-May

Fox Ridge 9100 Surrey Road

22-May

$285,000

Sycamore Grove 7147 Sycamore Grove Court 7-May $175,000

$318,500

Glencroft 8713 Dartmoor Place

1-May

$449,000

Tara Oaks 10808 Tara Oaks Drive 22-May

Hickory Ridge 6704 Raeburn Lane 28-May

$185,000

The Meadows of Mint Hill 12206 Jumper Drive 9-May $386,500

$457,000

The Wildwoods 8009 Bald Ridge Drive 28-May

$140,000

Timber Creek 6301 Old Meadow Road 17-May 9526 Wood Beam Court 1-May

$193,800 $214,500

Valley Grove 3301 Valley Grove Road 17-May

$216,000

Stratfordshire 826 Stratfordshire Drive 1-May $445,000 The Heathers 13636 Portpatrick Lane 23-May

$276,100

Widrow Estates 3410 Tracelake Drive 31-May

Irongate 8250 Curico Lane

$269,500

Williams Crossing 2621 Windsor Chase Dr. 8-May

$279,000

Lawyers Station 7201 Box Car Court 20-May $220,000 10300 Roundhouse Circle 10-May $225,000

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Stonebridge 9317 Holding St. 30-May $466,900 Summerwood 9223 Raven Top Drive 31-May $480,000 8303 Early Bird Way 9-May $390,000 8817 Billy Smith Lane 2-May $452,000

$585,000

Winterbrooke 2510 Chesson Court 16-May $387,000

Marlwood Forest 9809 Pleasant View Ln. 30-May

$175,000

Wood Hollow 717 Winter Wood Drive 31-May

Martin Lakes 7910 Glencannon Drive 31-May 8004 Glencannon Drive 28-May

$195,000 $181,000

Mint Hill Commons 8239 Bretton Woods Dr. 31-May 8300 Bretton Woods Dr. 29-May

$313,380 $287,400

Walnut Grove 5216 Walnut Grove Ln. 3-May

$110,000

$201,000

Becton Park 5740 Ebley Lane 20-May

Mintworth Village 9337 Macquarie Lane 17-May

$238,000

$179,900

$135,000 $280,000

Belle Glade 10314 Pahokee Drive

25-May

$372,900

Morris Farms 7537 Barn Stone Drive 29-May 8942 Milton Morris Dr. 17-May

Wilgrove 11116 Pine Grove Ave. 21-May 6430 Oak Hill Road 9-May

$172,700 $177,500

Brighton Park 6018 Phyliss Lane 23-May

$320,000

Oakbridge at Waterleaf 8317 Aspen Court 22-May 8203 Aspen Court 17-May 14924 Bagley Lane 8-May

$335,900 $350,000 $400,000

Old Oaks 8107 Country Oaks Rd. 16-May 8409 Mission Hills Road 9-May

$170,000 $207,000

Yorktown 11908 Connie Court 10-May 28227 Allen Park 9400 Alexis Drive 10-May

$235,000 $335,000

Chestnut Lake 7713 Cedar Tree Lane 30-May $182,500 6101 Matthews Mint Hill Road 24-May $301,000

Versage 6149 Brightstar Valley Road 31-May $266,000 5629 Versage Drive 30-May $297,000 5608 Versage Drive 30-May $280,000

Woodbury 11803 Bending Branch Road 30-May $250,000 7425 Cedarfield Road 21-May $270,200 12004 Downy Birch Rd. 21-May $249,000 8822 Balsam Bay Road 10-May $247,550 12915 Longstraw Road 9-May $233,000 Yoginagar 4619 Narayan St.

8-May

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Study explores more downtown parking, mobility by Paul Nielsen paul@cmgweekly.com

MATTHEWS — The Matthews Board of Commissioners got a first look at data collected from Alta Planning and Design as part of the downtown parking and mobility study on June 10. The study is evaluating the needs of people walking, biking, driving, taking transit and parking in the downtown area and creating a vision for future travel. The study is also evaluating how to better connect the downtown area to residential neighborhood. The study started last month and included a citizen’s survey, a Facebook Live presentation and community meetings. Alta also spent three days on the ground surveying the downtown area. “We have just started the process,” Alta Vice President Wade Walker said. “This very much is a work in progress. We had a lot of public input. Parking was men-

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tioned frequently. People want more parking, and people want convenient parking.’’ Some of the ideas generated from the data collected include changing several side streets in the area to one-way, providing drop-off locations for Uber/ Lyft, leasing parking space from local businesses, especially after regular day-time business hours, better way-finding signs, the use of parking apps and creating a potential tunnel under the CSX Railroad tracks on East Charles Street. that would increase bike and pedestrian connectivity to town hall. “I like the tunnel idea,” Commissioner Barbara Dement said. Currently, there are 3,659 parking spaces in downtown Matthews, with 2,983 being private off-street parking and 676 public spaces. “I like the idea of leasing,” Commissioner Jeff Miller said. “Anyone that has run a small

business knows it is good to have another way of receiving some income. I would like to research what the going rate is.’’ Commissioner John Urban said he likes the idea of having designated areas for Uber and Lyft drop-offs and pickups. “Uber and Lyft drivers are just stopping randomly and blocking traffic,” Urban said. The $129,000 study is being funded through a grant from the Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization, which is covering 80% of the cost of the study. Matthews is funding the other 20%. The consultants will now take information gathered at the board meeting and finalize recommendations to give the study’s steering committee before any recommendations are presented to the board. “We hopefully will give you recommendations in the early fall,” Matthews Transportation Planner Dana Stoogenke said. “The survey was really successful. We had 670 hits on that survey. That is significant in that many people were interested in downtown mobility. We got over 800 hits on the Facebook Live that we did.’’

This very much is a work in progress. We had a lot of public input. Parking was mentioned frequently. People want more parking, and people want convenient parking.’’

• Wade Walker VP of Alta Planning and Design

Students, volunteers see value of Turning Point by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com

CHARLOTTE – Leaders at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools heard first hand how Turning Point Academy changes lives from students that shared their experiences with the alternative school during the June 4 school board meeting. The academy redirects student behavior through programs that build character, as well as academic and social growth. One student explained how she had been assigned to Turning Point for 40 days for not being able to control her anger at her home school, Phillip O. Berry Academy of Technology. Smaller class sizes allowed her to get more one-on-one help with her assignments, which has led to higher grades. “I wanted to prove to the world that I'm not my mistakes, and if I let my mistakes define me, then I will live a miserable life,” she said, noting underneath her aggressive behavior lies a kind girl that loves to sing and spend time with her family. Another student explained how the teachers at Turning Point don't judge students, but encourage them to reach their potential. “My first day at Turning Point, I thought I had to stay to myself and focus to get through,” he said. “But I learned that the environment is so

welcoming, I had to open up.” Shanique Lee is not only a high school teacher at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, but also a doctoral student at UNC Charlotte. She's spent several hours over the past year volunteering at Turning Point. “Since my very first visit in August, I've been exposed to a welcoming environment that holds its students to high academic and behavioral standards of excellence,” Lee said. Most of her time has been spent in the entrepreneurship class of Sherree Cox, whom Lee described as a phenomenal and dedicated teacher. Lee lauded Cox for tapping into students' interests to guide their success. “They were consistently engaged and went above and beyond to meet Ms. Cox's expectations,” Lee said. Antoinette Rochester, another UNC Charlotte student, didn't have alternative schools in her home state, so it was educational to see one in action. “I was pleasantly surprised by how much the faculty takes time to individually help every one of the students,” Rochester said. “Sometimes you think you have all these students coming from different schools and teachers won't be able to give that one-on-one help, but the faculty at TPA made it their mission and were dedicated to that.”

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Matthews leaders tweak, approve 2019-20 budget Money shifted to fund more patrol officers by Paul Nielsen paul@cmgweekly.com

MATTHEWS – After a couple of final tweaks, the Matthews Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted a $25.6 million fiscal year 2019-20 budget June 10. The budget is a 2.95% increase from the current fiscal budget. The proposed new tax rate is $0.28 per $100 of assessed value, which is a drop from the current $0.355 tax rate. The revenue-neutral tax rate, which would be the rate for the town to take in the same amount of money next year as it did this year while factoring in average natural growth, is $0.2613. That means the proposed budget is recommending a tax rate of 1.87 cents above revenue neutral, or a 4.25% increase. The increase will raise $965,000 in additional property tax. The town’s police department will get an additional six personnel, including two new patrol officer positions that were added after a budget workshop meeting on June 3. At the first of three budget meetings, commissioners asked Town Manager Hazen Blodgett to come up with additional cuts in the budget. Blodgett found an additional $125,000 in savings but recommended the board put that money toward street paving instead of cutting the tax rate by a quarter of a penny. On June 10, Blodgett recommended to the board use the $125,000 to hire two new patrol officers. The budget also fully funds the fire department and EMS switch to a 24-hour staffing model. In all, there is an increase of $605,000 for public safety personnel. “We talked about adding that to the paving fund, but after further discussion, staff is recommending two patrol officers,” Blodgett said. Commissioners John Urban and Kress Query were the only commissioners during a June 3 straw vote to oppose the budget as it stood. Both commissioners, at the time, wanted the $125,000 in cuts be used to reduce the tax rate instead of going toward road paving.

“Commissioner Query and I had some roundtable discussions late in the game late last week with the (police) chief (Clark Pennington),’’ Urban said. “I contacted Hazen and the mayor (Paul Bailey) and called an audible. Our position was to put that $125,000 into the police side.’’ Commissioner Chris Melton, who will not be running for reelection this November, said funding for public safety must be a top priority in the years to come. As Melton spoke, several police officers were standing in the back of the room watching the proceedings. “It’s no secret that I will not be sitting up here at this dais next year,” Melton said. “I want everybody to look in the back of the room and see those gentlemen standing there and realize that this is step one. This isn’t the fix. We are not going to be living in a utopia when we have six new positions. This is the initial investment on where our police department needs to be. We need to get them where they need to be.” The budget also includes a 3% salary increase pool for full-time employees and there is a possibility that employees would get a 1% market adjustment on Jan. 1, 2020. Blodgett said staff will report back to the board on Nov. 25 with an update on the financial condition of the town and possibly add the market adjustment to the budget, which would cost $60,000. Commissioner John Higdon asked the board to restore funding for the Military and Veterans Advisory Committee ($2,500) and Appearance and Tree Board ($1,000) after those monies were cut. “I would like to see those two line items restored,” Higdon said. “Both of them are reasonable. If there is no room for them then I suggest we fund them at 85 percent and that we also cut the Red Brick Partnership from $20,000 to $17,000 to make up the difference.” Commissioner John Urban said he felt the advisory boards should come to the board with requests for funding so the board can look at it. Urban then offered to forgo his technology allowance and give that money to the two advisory committees. Several other commissioners also agreed to give up their technology allowances and the money for both advisory committees were restored to the budget.

PRE-CONSTRUCTION OPEN HOUSE IN JUNE FOR IMPROVEMENTS TO I-485 BETWEEN I-77 AND U.S. 74 (INDEPENDENCE BOULEVARD)

STIP NO: I-5507 The North Carolina Department of Transportation and Turnpike Authority will hold a pre-construction open house public meeting to display and explain design features of the I-5507 project. Thursday, June 27 Noon to 7 p.m. Endhaven Elementary School 6815 Endhaven Lane Charlotte, NC 28277 The project will add one express lane in each direction on I-485 between I-77 and U.S. 74 (Independence Boulevard), providing travel time reliability and improving traffic flows on this critical transportation corridor. This project will also add one general purpose lane in each direction between Rea Road and Providence Road, and a new interchange at Weddington Road. In coordination with other projects in south/southeastern Mecklenburg County, this project would serve as part of a larger network of express lanes offering drivers the option of more reliable travel times. Updated information regarding noise walls will be available at another public meeting later this year.

Carmel Christian School displays its history at a silver anniversary gala on May 4. Photo courtesy of Carmel Christian

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pertaining to enrollment. Sept. 14: Hurricane puts dent on school calendar Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools closed school Sept. 13 and 14 in anticipation of Hurricane Florence and didn't' resume school until Sept. 18. Some parents complained about schools opening when some areas of the county didn't have power. A handful of schools, including South Mecklenburg High, served as evacuation centers for hundreds of people. Oct. 22: CMS recognizes top principals Mark Bosco and Tracey Harrill were among six finalists for Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools Principal of the Year. Bosco, who leads Myers Park High, was named Central 2 Learning Community Principal of the Year, while Harrill, who works at Providence High, earned Southeast Learning Community Principal of the Year. Oct. 29: Student killed at Butler High A fight between two Butler High students turned deadly as freshman Jatwan Cuffie shot and killed sophomore Bobby McKeithen before the start of school. After the shooting, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools worked to strengthen security at schools, as well as improve communications with parents when such events occur. Jan. 9: Providence Day closes campaign Providence Day closed the largest capital campaign in school history after raising $27.8 million from 2013 to 2018. The campaign led to the opening of a welcome center, an academic building, a parking deck and its first endowed chair position. March 23: Catholic goes all in with arts Charlotte Catholic High School is making a huge investment in the arts with plans to open a fine arts center on its campus. The private school kicked off a $23 million capital campaign for a space that will include a 650-seat auditorium, band room, drama classroom and dance studio. The building starts construction in December 2020 and opens in 2022. March 26: Wilcox proposes $1.6 billion budget Clayton Wilcox, superintendent of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, introduced a $1.6 billion budget, asking the county to increase its funding of the district by 15.2%. Wilcox framed the ask in terms of investing

South Mecklenburg High School opened its doors to people displaced by Hurricane Florence. MMHW file photo

in equity, people and support. He wanted to increase salaries for staff, as well as add counselors, psychologists and social workers. May 4: Carmel Christian reflects on history The private school formed 25 years ago after parents with children in Carmel Wee School wanted to continue their educational and faith journeys at Carmel. It now educates 940 students, including more than 330 in high school. Carmel Christian celebrated with a silver anniversary gala. May 8: CMS taps Tuttle as top teacher People forget that Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is one of the county's largest employers with around 19,000 staffers. So being named the top teacher is a big deal. Kimberly Tuttle, who teaches language arts at Levine Middle College High School in Matthews, won this year's honor in part for teaching the whole child. Tyler Erb, of Community House Middle School, was one of six finalists. June 3: Charlotte Latin says goodbye to leader Charlotte Latin's head Hawk is leaving the nest for retirement. Staff honored outgoing Headmaster Arch McIntosh Jr. with a reception, celebrating his 18 years of service. Seven months earlier, school trustees named The Leadership Center on campus after McIntosh. June 4: Rea Farms will be partial magnet After months of engaging with the community, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools decided to make the future K-8 school at Rea Farms a partial magnet program, with 70% of the seats assigned based on home school attendance. Sean Strain, who represents the Rea Farms area, advocated for a full magnet, but was unsuccessful. Some parents worry being forced into a K-8 would lead to limited course, club and sports offerings.

Representatives from the design and construction team will be available in an informal, open house-style setting to provide information and answer questions regarding upcoming construction. Citizens may attend at any time between noon and 7 p.m. There will be no formal presentation. Project maps and other information can be found online at: www.ncdot.gov/projects/i-485-express-lanes. For more information, contact Carly Olexik, of the North Carolina Turnpike Authority at caolexik@ncdot.gov or (919) 707-2671. NCDOT will provide auxiliary aids and services under the Americans with Disabilities Act for disabled persons who want to participate in this public open house. Anyone requiring special services should contact Diane Wilson at pdwilson1@ncdot.gov as soon as possible so that arrangements can be made.

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Restaurants pitch in to help Communities In Schools CHARLOTTE – Communities In Schools of Charlotte-Mecklenburg will hold its 20th annual Dine Out For Kids on June 18. The community-wide event offers area restaurants and their patrons the opportunity to support students and schools that need additional resources. Participating restaurants will donate a portion of the day’s sales to Communities In Schools. This year’s event offers more restaurants than ever, more than 90, from which to choose, including first-timers Cantina 1511, The Gibson and Jimmy John’s. Of the more than 250,000 children in Mecklenburg County, 35% live in need. Communities In Schools works with children who face barriers, such as generational poverty, to map out a successful path to achieve in school and in life. From basic needs such as clothing and health screenings, to academic support, mentoring and exposure to cultural and work-life experiences, CIS ensures students have what they need to be successful in school. For the 2017-18 school year, 99% of CIS students stayed in school; 96% were promoted to the next grade; and 561 CIS seniors graduated with a high school diploma. “This is such an easy way for anyone

Rain, rain go away Snapshots from the Taste of Charlotte Rain didn't stop crowds from forming at the Taste of Charlotte festival June 9 to 11 along six blocks of Tryon Street. Festival-goers carried umbrellas and wore ponchos as they traded coins for samples of entrees from some of the city's favorite restaurants. As an extra incentive, the festival presented awards to restaurants for food at their booths. Winners included: Forchetta (Best of the Taste), Hickory Tavern (Best Entrée), McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood & Steak (Best Appetizer), Mert’s Heart and Soul (Best Dessert), Hawkers Asian Street Fare (Most Unique Taste), B. Good (Healthy Choice) and Famous Toastery (Best New Bite). Karie Simmons/MMHW photos >> see Page 2B for more

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Stay-at-home mom bakes twenty dozen cookies a week by Paul Nielsen paul@cmgweekly.com

STALLINGS – There is a FedEx commercial airing on TV that shows a couple receiving an electric mixing bowl as a gift and one of the actors says, “We don’t bake.’’ Eventually, the couple fills their one millionth cookie order. Someday, that could be Gina and David Burke of Stallings. Unlike the actors in the FedEx commercial, Gina Burke has been baking for years. She had good reason to start baking what are now called Pink Turtle Cookies. Pink Turtle Cookies are made with simple and healthy ingredients like almond-flour, honey and eggs. They naturally do not have any gluten, grain or dairy. “They are actually a very healthy alternative to traditional sugar cookies,” Gina Burke said. “The only bit of sugar is in the icing. Otherwise, it’s a protein-packed snack.” And baking healthy cookies became a necessity for the Burkes. In late 2013, Gina Burke gave birth to twins, Daniel and Emily Rose. The couple quickly found out their son couldn’t eat any grains. Gina Burke, an engineer by trade, decided to become a stay-athome mom. “If he ate any grains, meaning oats, rice, wheat, whatever, he would throw up,” Gina Burke said. “There was a lot of vomit in our house. Like a lot of vomit. That happened to about age 3, and he did grow out of it. We ate grain-free for three years, and we realized the value in that.’’ The couple then slowing started intro-

One of the prizes of the King Gambrinus Cup is a joust in the winner’s honor. Photo courtesy of the Carolina Renaissance Festival

Beer brewers vie for medieval glory Gina Burke began baking healthy cookies because her children had trouble eating traditional treats. Paul Nielsen/MMHW photos

ducing gluten into their family diet, but that led to Emily Rose having a negative neurological response. “It was something that could have been tremendously detrimental to her if from the outset we had been giving her gluten,” Gina Burke said. “We took it away, and she is a very healthy little girl all because her brother threw up all the time. It is a miracle, quite honestly. There was always supposed to be one kid and we never could figure out how twins came to be. We say that he (Daniel) came along to save his sister’s life. So, we have to be gluten-free.” see COOKIES, Page 4B

CHARLOTTE – Homebrewers have an opportunity to showcase their original beers at the 2019 US Open Homebrew Competition on July 20 at Olde Mecklenburg Brewery. The competition will be open to 28 beer, mead and cider categories. Prizes consist of ribbons for each category, with winners of each flight narrowed to three Best of Show awards. Also to be awarded is the 15th annual King Gambrinus Cup, sponsored by the annual Carolina Renaissance Festival and Foothills Brewing of Winston-Salem. The winning recipe will be brewed on a commercial scale by Foothills and offered to the public at the 2019 Carolina Renaissance Festival on Saturdays & Sundays, Oct. 5 to Nov. 24. The winner receives a trophy, free admission for 20 guests and a joust in their honor. The winner will be chosen in the 63BA Juicy or Hazy IPA style. The Carolina BrewMasters hosts the competition. To register, visit www.usopen.carolinabrew masters.com.

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ARTS BRIEFS Music & Arts participates in Make Music Day FREDERICK, Md. – Music & Arts is presenting a special nationwide open house event from June 21 to 23. The event begins with a complimentary open mic night from 6 to 8 p.m. June 21, as part of Make Music Day, a global celebration of music. Musicians and fans alike can join in the fun by either performing as a soloist or band, or by watching. Music & Arts will continue the open house all weekend with guitar lessons, guitar and ukulele offers, and tours. “For more than 65 years, Music & Arts has been a supporter of the lifelong benefits that come from creating and playing music,” Jeff Gottlieb, president of Music & Arts said. “Make Music Day also strives to foster the love of music and make it accessible to everyone.” The nearest store is located at 8046 Providence Road.

Pike Nurseries offers planter class ATLANTA – Just in time for Fourth of July celebrations, Pike Nurseries invites green thumbs to create a festive terra cotta planter bursting with red, white and blue blooms that thrive in summer heat to display on patios, walkways or doorsteps. Patriotic Garden Pot Make & Take classes take place at 10 a.m. June 22 at the Ballantyne (12630 N. Community House Road) and Matthews (1016 Devore Lane) locations. Classes cost $40. Registration is required. Visit www.pikenursery.com for details on other events offered at Pike Nurseries.

Chuckleheads bring laughs to Dilworth Neighborhood Grille

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CHARLOTTE – Planet Improv presents The Summer 2019 Comedy Improv Musical Variety Extravaganza Starring The Chuckleheads. The improvisational comedy show features a mix of musical, game show and audience participation. Meals, snacks and drinks will be available before, during and after the show. Proceeds from a raffle go toward im-

Music & Arts is one of the nation's largest music lesson providers. Photo courtesy of Music & Arts plementation of the ongoing education programs provided by Planet Improv and Planet Improv Educational Services. The show is scheduled for 7 p.m. July 13 at the Dilworth Neighborhood Grille, 911 E. Morehead St. Tickets cost $10 in advance at www.planetimprov.com via Eventbrite and $15 at the door on show night.

Teagan O'Sullivan is no stranger to quiz shows, having participating in quiz and history bowls. Photo courtesy of Maura O’Sullivan

Area teen competes on Jeopardy! Teagan O’Sullivan, 14, of Charlotte, is one of 15 contestants competing on the 2019 Jeopardy! Teen Tournament. Teagan, a rising sophomore at Ardrey Kell High School, and her family traveled to California in December for the taping of the two-week tournament. Teagan is the daughter of Michael and

Maura O’Sullivan. She has two younger sisters, Ruari and Catherine. Teagan’s matchup can be watched locally at 7 p.m. June 17 on WCNC. Visit www.jeopardy.com/contes tant-zone/2019/teen-tournament for details.

Audition for the Carolina Renaissance Festival CONCORD – The Carolina Renaissance Festival will hold open auditions from 8:30 a.m. to noon June 22 and June 29 at Cannon School, 5801 Poplar Tent Road. The festival is a combination of outdoor theater, circus, arts and crafts fair, jousting tournament and feast. It is calling for actors, entertainers, musicians, performers and colorful personalities of all types to inhabit the make-believe village. Amateur and professional opportunities are available. Prepared material, head shots and resumes are appreciated but not required. Auditionees should be age 13 or older. Audition details and registration is available at www.Carolina.RenFestInfo. com. The Carolina Renaissance Festival returns weekends, Saturdays and Sundays, Oct. 5 to Nov. 24 on a 325-acre site at the junction of N.C. 73 and Poplar Tent Road.

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THINGS TO DO Farmer’s Market will have extra buzz this weekend since the Bee City USA Matthews will be on hand with its observation hive. Buy homegrown food, too. 8 a.m. to noon; 188 N. Trade St., Matthews

June 14 Food Truck Fridays The Town of Matthews presents Food Truck Fridays with a performance by Michael Cosner at Stumptown Park. The festival includes food trucks, craft beer, wine and children’s activities. 5 to 9 p.m.; 120 S. Trade St., Matthews

Run Club Temple Mojo’s run club takes on the Four Mile Creek Greenway and meets back at the shop for coffee or breakfast. 704-246-8196 8-9 a.m.; 195 N. Trade St., Matthews

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June 16 Car Show Jekyll and Hyde’s third annual Father’s Day Car Show features live music and raffles. Register cars the day of the show for $20. Proceeds go to veterans. 704-846-4933 11 a.m.-3 p.m.; 316 N. Trade St., Matthews

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Game Night Mint Hill Roasting Company partners with Your Local Game Store for a game night with experts on hand guiding you through the fun. 7-9 p.m.; 7201 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill

Author Event Judy Goldman discusses her sixth book, “Together: A Memoir of a Marriage and a Medical Mishap,” and offers writing tips at the Matthews Library. Register in advance. 704-416-5021 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; 232 Matthews Station St., Matthews

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June 20 • CMCU Amphitheatre: O.A.R. • Evening Muse: SAWCE & SubuTech • Iron Thunder: Jade Moore • Neighborhood Theatre: Todd Snider • Ovens Auditorium: JoJo Siwa • The Gibson: Ben Gatlin • Underground: Ghostemane • Well Coffeehouse: Kendra Blethen & Rebecca Lauren

Venues Charlotte • CMCU Amphitheatre: 1000 NC Music Factory Blvd. • Evening Muse: 3227 N. Davidson St. • Fillmore: 820 Hamilton St. • Fox & Hound: 8500 Pineville-Matthews Road • Neighborhood Theatre: 511 E. 36th St. • Ovens Auditorium: 2700 E. Independence Blvd. • PNC Pavilion: 707 Pavilion Blvd. • The Gibson: 11318 N. Community House Road • Underground: 820 Hamilton St. Matthews/Mint Hill • Beantown: 130 Matthews Station St. • Bellè Grille: 3022 Weddington Road • Hinson’s Drive In: 2761 CPCC Lane • Machu Picchu: 11329 E. Independence Blvd. • Mac’s Speed: 142 E. John St. • Moochie’s: 15060 Idlewild Road • Pizza Peel: 110 Matthews Station St. • Pour 64: 4410 Mint Hill Village Lane • Steady Eddy’s: 2216 E. John St. • Stooges Pub: 13230 Albemarle Road Pineville • Pineville Tavern: 314 N. Polk St. • Well Coffeehouse: 220 Main St. Indian Trail/Monroe/Waxhaw • Extreme Ice: 4705 Indian Trail-Fairview Road • Fox’s Alley: 1901 Skyway Drive • Growler USA: 6443 Old Monroe Road • Iron Thunder: 608 W . Roosevelt Blvd. • Maxwell’s: 112 E. S. Main St. • Queens South: 1201 N. Broome St. • Southern Range: 151 S. Stewart St. • Trail House: 6751 Old Monroe Road • Treehouse Vineyards: 301 Bay St.

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• Beantown: Coconut Groove Band • Bellè Grille: Jacki O & All of Us Band • Evening Muse: Will Varley & Travers Geoffray; The Technicolors & Young Mister • Extreme Ice: Act II • Fox’s Alley: Monkeytime Band • Growler USA: Gene Duvernell • Mac’s Speed: Embarrassment of Riches • Moochie’s: Jade Moore; Groove Machine • Neighborhood Theatre: Kikagaku Moyo • Pineville Tavern: The Raisin’ Cain Band • Pizza Peel: Jettison Five • Pour 64: Nate Randall • Southern Range: Palmetto Road Band • Stooges Pub: Hardwired • The Gibson: Hipshack • Trail House: Delta Fire • Treehouse Vineyards: Prodigal Sons • Underground: QC Metal Fest

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• Evening Muse: The Arcadian Wild & Emmy Law; Sierra Ferrell • Fox & Hound: Captain Lunchbox • Hinson’s Drive In: Mark Starnes and the Boys • Machu Picchu: Wanda Lopez • Mac’s Speed: Lucky Dogs • PNC Pavilion: Thomas Rhett • Queens South: StellaRising Trio • Southern Range: Matt & John Acoustic Duo • Steady Eddy’s: Jaxx & Jacks • Stooges Pub: Cloud 9 • The Gibson: Mike Ramsey Solo • Trail House: The Smilin’ Dogs • Treehouse Vineyards: RJ Adams

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in the community to support the students and schools in Charlotte-Mecklenburg who need us most,” said May Johnston, marketing director with Communities In Schools. Participating restaurants include: • 28209: Brazwells Premium Pub, Cantina 1511, Jimmy John’s (Park Road), Midwood Smokehouse, Reid’s Fine Foods (Myers Park & SouthPark) and Village Tavern. • 28210: Harper’s Restaurant and Upstream. • 28211: Eddie’s Place, Five Guys Burgers and Fries, Paco’s Tacos and Tequila, and

YAFO Kitchen. • 28226: Brixx Wood Fired Pizza. • 28270: City Barbeque and Five Guys Burgers and Fries. • 28277: Bad Daddy’s Burger Bar, Brixx Wood Fired Pizza, Cantina 1511, City Barbeque, Five Guys Burgers and Fries (Arboretum & Blakeney), The Gibson, Midwood Smokehouse, Nothing But Noodles and TRUE Crafted Pizza. • Pineville: Harper’s Restaurant. Visit www.cischarlotte. org for a list of participating restaurants.

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COOKIES (continued from page 1A)

Gina Burke felt her kids were being left out about having “cool stuff” at school, so she started baking her cookies in 2015. “I have always loved to bake,” Gina Burke said. “We ran into a lot of people facing these dietary issues. A lot of people want to choose to have a healthier cookie.’’ That’s when the Burkes decided to go into the cookie-making business. The Burkes originally were going to start their business later this year but they were approached by the Matthews Farmer’s Market about selling their cookies. “They said, ‘There is a real need. Please start this spring,’” Gina Burke said. “We did, and it has been going really, really well. We are getting a really great response.’’ The Burkes fill orders for cookies with and without icing. They have

over 200 different cookie cutters in every shape and size for custom cookies. Most of the custom orders are for special events like birthdays and graduations. “We sell a lot of them, naked as we call it,” Gina Burke said. “I sell a lot of them (no icing) to people who want breakfast on the go, younger kids, older kids, adults. Our business is about half basic, naked stuff, and half is custom because someone has a special event.’’ Gina Burke is making about 20 dozen cookies a week, and it is one pan at a time in her kitchen oven. She hopes to get to 40 dozen a week soon, and they have plans to start shipping cookies by the end of the year. Making custom cookies is a multiday project. They need a two-week lead time for custom orders. Basic orders can be filled in a couple of days. Gina Burke usually bakes on Tuesdays for weekend orders. The couple does the icing over the next two days as each different icing has to dry before

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