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CMS explains dips in state test scores CHARLOTTE – Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools saw results on state tests stay flat, with advances in college and career-ready science scores as well as declines in elementary and middle school literacy scores for the 2018-19 year. Nearly three-fourths (71.7%) of its schools met or exceeded growth expectations, compared to 75.6% a year earlier. CMS said year-over-year comparisons were impossible due to the state changing the math calculation, noting that North Carolina introduced new math scales and a new end-of-course test in Math 3. The state also changed the way it determines which students count as English learners.
For CMS, the percentage of students testing at or above grade-level proficiency declined 0.7 points in reading for grades three through eight and increased 0.8 points in science for grades five and eight. The district outperformed the state on Math 3-8, Science 5 and 8, Math 1, Math 3 and Biology. “CMS is committed to giving each and every student the best education possible,” Superintendent Earnest Winston said. “We are not where we want to be, but we have a high-quality curriculum and high expectations for all students. With our strategic plan in place and the curriculum changes implemented this year, we are focused on helping all students achieve and further our
equity goals.” The district is working with two new curriculum partners, EL Education for English language arts and Open Up Resources for math. The curriculum is being adopted in kindergarten and grades one, two, three and six for English language arts and grade eight for math. The limited release will allow the district to provide targeted learning and support before the curriculum expands to other grade levels and content areas. College- and career-readiness rates measure the percentage of students who scored a 4 or a 5 (the highest score) on the state tests. In see CMS, Page 2A
CHARLOTTE – All eyes were on North Carolina as the Ninth District voted for its congressional representative in the Sept. 10 special election. Polls opened at 6:30 a.m. with voters and canvassers hoping to make an impact on the state’s future in Congress. While voters only see the majority of canvassers outside of their polling place, many of them have been campaigning for months leading up to the election. “This election is going to come down to just a handful of votes,” voluntseer Rachelle Salo said. “And every vote matters.” While Salo was canvassing for a candidate in Charlotte's primary election, she said her special election vote would go toward Democratic candidate Dan McCready. Canvassers supporting Republican candidate Dan Bishop also understood the importance of the election. “There’s been a lot of interest for this campaign and the value it’s going to add to Congress and our country,” Susan Austin said. Winston-Salem resident Joan Fleming drove to Charlotte at 4 a.m. to show her support and volunteer for Bishop at William R. Davie Park. “I want to win this state back red,” Fleming said. At the same polling location, canvasser Debra Wallace hoped to see a blue future for North Carolina. “I have lots of problems with Dan Bishop and his history and see ELECTION, Page 2A
Mecklenburg County cast 114,388 ballots in the Sept. 10 election. Kayla Berenson/MMHW photo
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Coach Nicolas Sosa has only lost seven times in 56 matches as the coach of the Providence boys soccer team, but on Sept. 9 all the cards were stacked against him and his team to add to that total. The Panthers had struck first in the game when freshman David Sturgis slipped a shot past the Charlotte Catholic keeper to put Providence up 1-0 just 13 minutes into the game. But in less than three minutes, the Cougars had already answered and tied the game at 1, a score that would remain unchanged through halftime. But with 6:36 to play in the opening
half, the Panthers were dealt the first of their three strikes. Chasing down a Catholic forward on a breakaway, a Providence defender yanked the Cougar striker down by his jersey and was given a red card, making the Panthers play the rest of the match down a man. Worse, by the time 10 minutes had passed in the second half, Charlotte Catholic’s Patrick Fenton had put in two goals within 30 seconds of each other to give the Cougars a 3-1 advantage that looked insurmountable. But Sosa began to see his team had a chance and he knew why. Sosa said he takes his team to the beach see SOCCER, Page 4A
Providence senior Jackson Youngstrom races past the Charlotte Catholic defense on Sept. 9. The all-state forward scored one goal and set up another in the 3-3 tie. Andrew Stark/MMHW photo
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Trump tweeted before all the precincts were in. “He then asked me for help, we changed his strategy together, and he ran a great race.” Trump also criticized CNN and MSNBC for barely talking about the District 9 race as it looked like Bishop was going to win. Bishop had 96,081 votes (50.74%), followed by McCready's 92,144 (48.66%), Libertarian Jeff Scott's 767 (0.41) and Green Party Allen Smith's 371 (0.20%). McCready had 7,084 more absentee one-stop votes and 289 mail-in votes than Bishop heading into Sept. 10. Bishop supporters made up that deficit and then some. Bishop had 11,310 more votes than McCready on Election Day. Bishop thanked Trump, Pence and other supporters during his victory speech at W.H. Harris Lighting Company in Monroe. “The White House leadership and all our Republican and conservative partners who were there for us every step of the way because they all understood what was at
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stake in this election,” Bishop said. “I told President Trump we weren’t tired of winning … are we tired of winning y’all? We’re not tired of winning ... we’re just getting started because we are seeing the successful results of the President’s agenda.” Bishop said the election result sent the message that voters said “no to the radical liberal policies being pushed by the Democrat Party.” The Ninth District spans 210 precincts across eight counties, including Mecklenburg and Union. Union County was key to Bishop's campaign, as he had 12,414 more votes than McCready. Bishop had more votes than McCready in 43
what he has done to damage our state,” Wallace said. “I think McCready is the person to help us move forward.” McCready and Bishop greeted voters and canvassers across the district, including Indian Trail and Monroe. By the time Bishop arrived at Hemby Bridge Elementary School six hours before the polls closed, he said he felt confident about the election’s outcome, especially after President Donald Trump’s rally the night before. “The President and the Vice President being in the district for us yesterday, and just that experience of Mike Pence traveling with us across the district… and the President of the United States packing an auditorium in Fayetteville for us is a tremendous experi-
reading grades three through eight, all racial subgroups except Asian students showed a decrease in college- and career-readiness rates since 2017-18. In English II, all racial subgroups except white students showed an increase in college- and career-readiness rates since 2017-18. The largest increases were 4.7 percentage points for Asian students, 3 points for black students and 2.3 points for Hispanic students. Economically disadvantaged students increased by 1.6 points and students with disabilities increased by 0.8 points. White students’ scores fell 1.2 points, and EL students’ scores are not comparable to last year’s scores
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Matthews precincts: • CPCC Levine Campus (136): McCready 587; Bishop 550; Scott 4; Smith 1 • Matthews Community Center (215): McCready 818; Bishop 664; Scott 9; Smith 7 • Crown Point School (216): McCready 1;110; Bishop 756; Scott 9; Smith 6 • Christ Covenant Church (217): McCready 594; Bishop 407; Scott 6; Smith 7 • Mt. Harmony Baptist (218): McCready 486; Bishop 632; Scott 7; Smith 3 • Elizabeth Lane Elementary (233): McCready 1;139; Bishop 1;010; Scott 12; Smith 2
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of Union County's 52 precincts. McCready earned 55.9% of the vote in Mecklenburg County., amassing 8,226 more votes than Bishop. McCready led in 44 of Mecklenburg's 50 precincts. Bishop had a lot of support in Mint Hill, with more people voting for Bishop at Blair Road United Methodist Church, Mint Hill Masonic Lodge, Mint Hill Town Hall and Philadelphia Presbyterian Church. Bishop also had more voters at Mt. Harmony Baptist Church in Matthews and the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints in South Charlotte.
ence,” Bishop said. “I think it puts us over the top.” Bishop also said he could see a clear surge in the number of his supporters. “We started off just six months ago in a race in which our opponent’s been in for two years,” Bishop said. “We’ve caught him and I believe we’ve passed him and I think we’ll see a convincing win tonight.” Trump endorsed Bishop heavily on Twitter in the days leading up to the election. Democratic presidential hopefuls Beto O’Rourke and Elizabeth Warren also took to Twitter to endorse Dan McCready. “Dan is running to flip a seat Republicans have held since 1963 – and today, you can help him do it,” O'Rourke tweeted. “If you’re in North Carolina’s 9th district, get out and vote to elect Dan and send a message that Democrats aren’t only coming for safe seats. We’re coming for all of them.”
due to a change in the subgroup definition. By contrast, college- and career-readiness rates stayed steady or increased in all subgroups in science for grades five and eight, with the largest gains recorded by Asian and white students. “Our community and board of education are focused on the college- and career-readiness of our students,” said Frank Barnes, chief equity officer. “We continue to make progress as we work to narrow the gaps in all subgroups.” Economically disadvantaged students showed a gain of 2 points, black students 1.8 points and students with disabilities 1 point. Scores for Hispanic students were unchanged from last year. The district’s graduation
rate also increased slightly, from 85.4% to 85.5%. Asian students increased by 2.2 points and had the highest graduation rate across student subgroups. Hispanic students increased by 0.5 points and black students by 0.3 points. White students have historically had the highest graduation rates, but this year their graduation rate declined by 0.7 points. Nearly 72% of schools met or exceeded growth expectations, and 73% received a school performance grade of A, B or C. CMS had 17 A schools, 53 B schools, 55 C schools, 39 D schools and 7 F schools. Sixty-five percent of schools maintained their school performance grades from 201718, and 31 schools (19%) improved from last year.
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Week 4 Game Picks Independence (2-1) at Ardrey Kell (2-1) This is a very intriguing game for two teams looking to make early season statements. Cedric Gray and Kaci Seegars can cover a lot of ground on the AK defense and may need to against Indy’s air raid offense. Patriot running back Davion Nelson has helped make the offense go and could be the key. Winner: Ardrey Kell Country Day (3-0) at High Point Christian (4-0) The defending champ Bucs have come out playing really good football and have a star in running back Quentin Cooper. High Point Christian is also unbeaten, so something has to give. Winner: High Point Christian Wake Christian (3-1) at Covenant Day (1-2) The Lions earned Pete McSparin his first win last week in a 44-0 rout of Pine Lake Prep, which was a bit of an upset. They’d love to get another upset this week, but Wake Christian has been sound this season. Winner: Wake Christian
Myers Park (2-0) at South Meck (0-3) The Mustangs have put their first two opponents away before halftime, which lets them rest their starters and develop even more in-game depth. The Sabres have one of the most brutal early season schedules and are looking for any positives right now. Winner: Myers Park
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Central Cabarrus (2-1) at Providence (1-2) The Panthers will put the memory of their 63-3 loss to Myers Park behind them and move on to a more winnable game. Central Cabarrus won’t roll over easy though, and the Panthers could be headed for a second straight 1-4 start with Butler coming up next. Winner: Central Cabarrus Timberland (1-0) at Providence Day (2-0) The Chargers have looked really good in their first two wins and will look to take another step with their stud defenders Kedrick Bingley-Jones and Jacolbe Cowan. Timberland may be left wondering what hit them, but an upset would spoil PD’s hot start. Winner: Providence Day
Independence High School may not be able to beat Ardrey Kell. MMHW file photo Rocky River (0-2) at Harding (2-1) Rocky River more than hung with Mallard Creek for much of two quarters before the dust settled and the Mavs offense took over. Harding is one of the biggest surprises so far, and the Rams would love to get another win. Winner: Harding
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over the summer to train in the heat and humidity. It’s not fun, but he thinks the conditioning is what separates his team and has led Sosa to a 42-7-7 record in two-plus seasons with the Panthers. “I tell the guys that teams can stay with you for a half because they’re in decent shape,” he said. “But it’s the second half where we’re going to come through because we do the type of training professional soccer teams do. It showed today.” The Panthers first got on the board at the 32:45 mark when Jackson Youngstrom came through with his first goal of the game. Youngstrom was the So. Meck 7 Player of the Year last season, when the all-state forward scored 40 goals and added 20 assists. He got the first goal started with a nice touch, and got the Panthers back to within one goal. But the Cougars subbed in defenders and packed the back lines to prevent much of the Providence attack. “It was probably about the 30-minute mark or so where I could see them getting tired, so I told my guys to keep attacking and good things would happen,” Sosa said. The Panthers had their chances. Youngstrom got free around the 10-minute mark and fired a shot at the goal which Charlotte Catholic keeper Andrew Gilles saved. Four minutes later, Matt Vetack launched a long shot that was deflected back out, but then came the chance Sosa and the Panthers had been waiting for. With a ball unsecured bouncing around the box, Gilles made a play at it in the
air but the ball got past him and right to the foot of Bennett Proctor, who deposited it in the goal with 2:16 to go. The end result was a tie, but it could ignite them as they kick off the So. Meck 7 schedule on Sept. 17 against Harding. “It’s a rivalry game and they used to be in our conference so we know them,” Sosa said. “It was probably the first game since I’ve been here that we were faced with that much adversity and came out of it. “Normally I tell my guys that a tie for me is like a loss, but this is the first time I told my guys a tie actually feels like a win. We could have tucked our heads and went home and let them keep scoring on us, but we didn’t and we fought. It was awesome.” Following the game, Charlotte Catholic coach Oscar Del Pino said Youngstrom and the Panther attack was among the best the Cougars will see all season. “It’s never fun to come up with a draw, but for what we showed - being down by two with not much time left and down a man - it kind of shows what we are as a team,” Youngstrom said. “Catholic is a good team and it was a hard game, but it was good for us and I think we’re still trying to come together.” The win, played on a humid night in a chippy atmosphere that saw multiple yellow cards, was sort of a playoff-like environment. It was also the type of win that could spur a big season for a team already ripe with expectations. “When you find yourself in those positions you have to do what you have to do,” Youngstrom said. “We only scored with two minutes left so we had to play hard the whole game, keep fighting and it happened for us. It was a good comeback for us and shows where we want to be.”
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August 2019
Editor’s note: Information provided by the Charlotte Regional Realtor Association and www.sales.carolinahome.com
Home Sales DATE SOLD
ADDRESS
SALE PRICE
Pine Forest 218 Clearbrook Road
28105 Annecy 2109 Hadley Court
Aug. 9
ADDRESS
$280,000
DATE SOLD
SALE PRICE
Aug. 9
$220,000
DATE SOLD
ADDRESS
SALE PRICE
Arlington Forest 14817 Brighton Place Aug. 9
$222,000
Belle Glade 15316 Altomonte Ave.
$387,500
$287,500 $309,500 $215,000
Sagewood 4616 Sagewood Park Rd. Aug. 16
$520,000
Sardis Forest 8900 Dulins Knob Court Aug. 28
$285,000
Somersby 900 Somersby Lane
$659,900
Southwoods 2919 Firewood Drive Aug. 30 $260,000
$497,000
Springwater 14301 Springwater Drive Aug. 22 $243,500
Elizabeth Place 810 Grand Provincial Ave. Aug. 12
$509,000
Fulwood Station 1919 Midtrain Drive Aug. 23 1911 Midtrain Drive Aug. 16
St Clair 2746 Old House Circle Aug. 29 2629 Hunters Moon Ln. Aug. 23
$510,000 $565,000
Streamside of Matthews 1330 Lightwood Drive Aug. 27 $405,000
Eagle Woods 6321 Golden Eagle Lane Aug. 26
$298,500
Habersham 11020 Ballards Pond Ln, Aug. 27
$228,000
The Forest 1736 Shadow Forest Dr. Aug. 15
$1,055,000
Fairington Oaks 5418 Turkey Oak Drive Aug. 12
$385,000
Hampton Green 101 Whitefriars Lane Aug. 6
$320,000
$245,000 $252,500
Farmwood 6229 Storehouse Road Aug. 28
$390,000
Kimbrell Estates 2128 Kimway Drive Aug. 27
The Heathers 2527 Clearkirk Court Aug. 19 13731 Strathaven Drive Aug. 2
$245,000
Glencroft 9019 Lauriston Place
Aug. 12
$306,395
Matthews Estates 736 Meadow Lake Drive Aug. 8
$355,000
Green Meadows 025 Hay Meadow Drive Aug. 19
$369,000
Brightmoor 1027 Sunnyview Circle Aug. 22 1326 Sea Mist Drive Aug. 12 Callaway Forest 8807 Clifton Meadow Dr. Aug. 30 Coachman Ridge 321 Forest Trail Drive Aug. 7 Country Place 1114 Glenshannon Road Aug. 19 Deerfield Creek 315 Hampshire Hill Rd. Aug. 29 Devereaux 10037 Devereaux Drive Aug. 1
Matthews Grove 1622 Candlewood Ridge Lane Aug. 22 $269,900 2901 Liddington Road Aug. 2 $278,500 Matthews Ridge 6938 Saranac Lane Aug. 28 7032 Saranac Lane Aug. 20 7241 Corduroy Court Aug. 20 3411 Darlington Road Aug. 9 Oakcroft 14629 Buckton Lane
Aug. 5
Pebble Run 4612 Pebble Run Drive Aug. 19
$275,000 $275,000 $303,000 $263,000 $293,000 $530,000
Aug. 29
$475,974 $328,900 $325,000
$235,000 $241,000
Thornblade 1939 Thornblade Ridge Drive Aug. 26 $320,000 Wickerby 1554 Wickerby Court Aug. 28 $344,500
Aug. 16
Berkshire on Lawyer 8431 Killian Ridge Court Aug. 23 Birnam Woods 5404 Jaslie Lane Aug. 30 5733 Hollirose Drive Aug. 15 Brighton Park 5308 Soaring Eagle Ln. Aug. 21 5931 Whitehawk Hill Rd. Aug. 20 5829 Whitehawk Hill Rd. Aug. 19 10512 Sussex Square Aug. 15 5925 Whitehawk Hill Rd. Aug. 7
$214,900 $238,000 $228,000 $271,000 $402,865 $332,000 $279,000 $388,740
Danbrooke Park 6610 Danbrooke Park Drive Aug. 29 $235,750 9251 Chislehurst Road Aug. 27 $220,000 9335 Camberwell Road Aug. 2 $210,000
Heathfield 6925 Heath Glen Drive Aug. 2
$330,000
Williams Station 3011 Williams Station Rd. Aug. 15
$255,000
Windrow II 2301 Triple Crown Court Aug. 15
$310,000
Jonathans Landing 13901 Jonathans Ridge Road Aug. 2 $390,000
Windsor Chase 2915 Windsor Chase Dr. Aug. 1
$275,000
Lake Forest 6227 Lake Forest Road Aug. 14
Winterbrooke 300 Winterbrooke Drive Aug. 13 $396,000 Wood Hollow 537 Woodstar Court Aug. 13 1207 Forest Wood Drive Aug. 7
$211,000 $222,000
DATE SOLD
Oakbridge at Waterleaf 8237 Aspen Court Aug. 29
28227
Providence Hills 4210 Wallbrook Drive Aug. 30 3426 Savannah Hills Dr. Aug. 29 3066 Marblebrook Dr. Aug. 19 3211 Providence Hills Dr. Aug. 9
$475,000 $510,000 $449,000 $360,000
ADDRESS
$255,000
Mint Hill Commons 8260 Bretton Woods Drive Aug. 26 $364,590 8407 Bretton Woods Dr. Aug. 19 $325,440 8118 Bretton Woods Dr. Aug. 16 $355,905 8252 Bretton Woods Dr. Aug. 5 $299,926
SALE PRICE
$371,000
Olde Savannah 8306 Nathanael Greene Lane Aug. 19 $230,000 Oxford Glen 15228 Dartford Lane
Aug. 23
$287,500
Oxfordshire 9910 Julliard Drive
Aug. 14
$366,000
Park Walk 3500 Mintwood Drive
Aug. 28
$371,600
Ravencroft 3622 Martele Drive
Aug. 12
$305,000
Ravenscroft 3928 Martele Drive 3916 Martele Drive
Aug. 29 Aug. 28
$315,000 $310,000
Reigate 14938 Rothwell Drive 14815 Rothwell Drive
Aug. 30 Aug. 30
$225,000 $244,000
Sherwood Forest 10830 Hadrians Walk Ct. Aug. 21 10924 Flintshire Road Aug. 7
$295,000 $282,000
St. Ives 7513 Hannah Alexander Lane Aug. 23 $322,500 Summerwood 9010 Raven Top Drive Aug. 23 $370,000 9217 Raven Top Drive Aug. 21 $422,500 13617 Pumpkin Way Dr. Aug. 20 $444,500 11217 Three Sisters Ln. Aug. 16 $653,070 9025 Raven Top Drive Aug. 15 $550,000 Tarawoods 4619 Pine Needle Trail Aug. 6
$252,000
Telfair 12715 Telfair Meadow Dr. Aug. 1
$454,000
Windermere 7151 Plough Drive Aug. 22
$359,000
Woodbury 117 Gray Willow Road Aug. 29 $215,000 7421 Cedarfield Road Aug. 29 $272,000 9110 Magnolia Lily Ave. Aug. 20 $256,900 12416 Bending Branch Road Aug. 16 $229,000 8815 Balsam Bay Road Aug. 14 $259,500 Homes sold for less than $210,000 were not included
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Instagram accounts you should know about By Karie Simmons @hardyboysrecordsandcomics
>> I feel like I see the same posts on Instagram every day... friends who seem to travel all the time and never work, influencers not-so-subtly plugging another product, pictures of my aunt’s cat, clothes from brands I can never afford and Kim Kardashian’s butt. If you can relate to at least one of these, it’s time to shake up your feed. Here are 15 Instagram accounts to follow if you want some variety in your life (sorry Kim):
@twentythirdandfifth
@stumptownath
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@thepizzapeel Seeing cheesy pizza, loaded nachos, burgers and tacos in your feed will make you want to lick your phone screen in the middle of the workday, so try to refrain. The Pizza Peel also posts food and drink deals and info about trivia nights and special events at their Cotswold, Plaza Midwood and Matthews locations.
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@minthillevents This is a great account to follow if you’re looking for things to do in the area. Mint Hill Events posts regularly about live music, sports games and free lessons, pep rallies and other ways to enjoy all the town has to offer.
@daphnessbakery Have a napkin handy to wipe the drool as you scroll through Daphne’s Bakery. The Mint Hill bakeshop posts pictures of all their creations from pecan bars and cupcakes to s’mores brownies, muffins and coconut cream pies. Peek their custom cakes and cookies if you have a special event coming up. @hardyboysrecordsandcomics If you’re on the hunt for vinyls, following Hardy Boys Records is a must. Owner Dean Hardy posts classic records he finds at garage sales, antique malls and estate sales before they’re stocked in his shop, which is located upstairs in Home Styles Gallery in Mint Hill.
@sardismarketplace Sardis Marketplace is a 20,000-square-foot retail store in Charlotte with home décor, furniture, antiques, gifts, apparel and consignment items from more than 60 vendors. They post new and unique stuff, so you can browse before going in person. @renfrowfarms This account is a spinoff of Renfrow Hardware and focuses mostly on what’s grown on the family farm and then sold in the Matthews store. You’ll be the first to know when seasonal produce and flowers are in, so you can get them before they’re gone. see FOLLOW, Page 2B
Fall festivals you don't want to miss by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com
Autumn yields yellowing leaves, pumpkin-flavored food and fall festivals for the family. We've compiled a list of some of our favorite fall festivals in Mecklenburg and Union counties that you don’t want to miss. Charlotte: The Great Pumpkin Fest Carowinds is known for its Halloween-themed Scarowinds, but its kid-friendly Great Pumpkin Fest is nothing to sneeze at. Activities are framed around Snoopy, Charlie Brown and the rest of the Peanuts crew. Admission is required. • When: Sept. 14 to Oct. 27 • Where: Carowinds, 14523 Carowinds Blvd.
• Details: www.carowinds.com Charlotte: Festival in the Park The 55th annual event has 12 acts performing on the main stage, including the Youth Orchestras of Charlotte, Beatlesque, Nate Randall Band and Randy Franklin. There's also stages for folk and youth performers, as well as a family fun zone. • When: 4 to 9 p.m. Sept. 20, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sept. 21 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 22 • Where: Freedom Park, 1908 East Blvd. • Details: www.festivalinthepark.org Charlotte: International Festival Sample the sights, sounds and tastes of dozens of cultures at UNC Charlotte. Much of the entertainment and
vendor booths at the 44th event are showcased by the university's diverse student body. • When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 21 • Where: UNC Charlotte, 9201 University City Blvd. • Details: www.ifest.uncc.edu Matthews: ArtWalk & MusicFest The Matthews Chamber of Commerce injects live music, dance performances and an arts and crafts market to an already rocking downtown environment. The event used to be called Artfest. • When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 28 • Where: Matthews Station St. • Details: www.matthewschamber. org see FALL, Page 2B
The benefit of going to The Great Pumpkin Fest is that if your children like it, then you can go again and again through Oct. 27. Photo courtesy of Carowinds
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Indian Trail: Fall Festival The benefit of having the fall festival in the new town hall is that the large community room can help organizers accommodate upwards of 75 vendors. The event will also feature food, games and rides. • When: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 5 • Where: Indian Trail Town Hall, 315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road • Details: www.indiantrail.org
@localcarolinas Everyone likes to look at food photos, but Local Carolinas is way more than that. Posts range from music and art to shops, small businesses, breweries and restaurants all over the Carolinas. You’ll be inspired to venture out of your neighborhood and explore someplace new. @restoregmhfh Introducing the thrift shopper’s secret weapon. Follow the Greater Matthews Habitat for Humanity to browse the latest items before they’re snatched up and be the first to know when things go on sale. @matthewsheritagemuseum Impress your friends and family with tidbits of Matthews history. The downtown museum also posts pictures of artifacts from back in the day that make you realize we’ve come a long way since wool swimsuits and butter churns. @stumptownath Become a fan of North Carolina’s new professional soccer team, Stumptown Athletic, which plays home games at the Matthews Sportsplex and the OrthoCarolina Sportsplex in Pineville. Meet the players and go behind the scenes at practices. @onegirlinspired Created by a mom from Waxhaw, One Girl Inspired is a monthly subscription box that offers more than just beauty items. The service aims to empower and motivate teen girls. Follow for inspirational quotes and to see what’s inside the boxes. @twentythirdandfifth It’s super important to shop local whenever you can. This cute women’s clothing store in Mint Hill has affordable graphic tees, skirts, dresses, rompers, jeans, blouses and accessories, plus some serious style inspo for all you fashionistas.
@brooklyndecker It’s fun to keep up with Matthews native and Butler grad Brooklyn Decker and her life as famous actress, model and businesswomen. She comes back to the area often and sometimes brings her husband, tennis pro Andy Roddick. @charlottespca Fill your feed with dogs, puppies, cats and kittens available for adoption from this nonprofit specializing in rescuing and rehabilitating homeless pets. Enough said. @ncarolinecann Get an all-access pass to the Carolina Panthers by following Caroline Cann, the team’s reporter and producer. Her fun and lighthearted posts give you a glimpse of her life both on and off the field.
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Mint Hill: Fall Harvest Festival This festival has got some creative attractions, like the scarecrow decorating contest and pumpkin bowling. Yeah yeah yeah, they'll paint your face and feed you, too. • When: 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Oct. 26 • Where: Mint Hill Town Hall, 4430 Mint Hill Village Lane • Details: www.minthill.com
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Waxhaw: Autumn Treasures This two-day festival will tickle all of your senses as you can pet animals, listen to live music and gobble up pork at the Grill'n & Chill'n BBQ CookOff, sanctioned by the Kansas City Barbeque Society. • When: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 12 and noon to 6 p.m.
Pineville: Fall Fest Groups like Hip Pocket, Steven Metz Band and Thirsty Horses rock the music stage, while the family stage features Kazoo Man, a chili cook-off and pie eating contests. There will be rides and crafts, too. • When: 6 to 10 p.m. Oct. 18 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 19 • Where: Pineville Lake Park, 1000 Johnston Drive • Details: www.pinevillenc. gov
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Huntersville: Carolina Renaissance Festival This one's a little far out, but worth the drive if you like the medieval motif. Horseback jousting, giant turkey legs, swimming mermaids and strolling characters are some of the coolest things you'll find. This one costs money to get in. • When: Oct. 5 to Nov. 24 • Where: 16445 Poplar Tent Road, Huntersville • Details: www.carolina.ren festinfo.com
Stallings: Stallings Fest Launched nine years ago, this event has become one of the region's premier fall festivals with amusement rides, fireworks, live music and vendors. • When: 1-9 p.m. Oct. 19 • Where: Stallings Municipal Park, 340 Stallings Road • Details: www.stallingsnc.org
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• Bojangles: KC and The Sunshine Band • East Coast Wings: The Marshall Brothers • Evening Muse: Kate Teague & Trouvere; Veaux w/ Reptile Room • Grapes Wine Bar: Mike Ramsey • Hinson’s Drive In: Mark Starnes and the Boys • Moochies Tavern: Jim Tierney; Unknown Artist Band • Neighborhood Theatre: Penny & Sparrow • Pineville Tavern: Action Jaxxon • Stooges Pub: U-Phonik • Sweet Union: Mr. Vague Trio & The Feather Fin • Trail House: Next O’ Kin • Treehouse Vineyards: Static Pool • Underground: Wilder Woods
Sept. 15 • Charlotte Metro Credit Union Amphitheatre: Lizzo • Evening Muse: Lazer Lloyd • Fillmore: Lizzo • Underground: Quando Rondo • Workman’s Friend: Dennis (Irish) Spring
Sept. 16 • Underground: The Aquabats
Sept. 17 • Moochies Tavern: Shannon’s Jam • Underground: Cat Power
Sept. 18 • Beantown Tavern: Chuck Johnson Duo • McGlohan Theatre: Keb’ Mo’ • Neighborhood Theatre: Shook
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Sept. 19 • Charlotte Metro Credit Union Amphitheatre: Kacey Musgraves • Evening Muse: Smooth Hound Smith • Lake View Grill: BetterThanBlue • Neighborhood Theatre: Popa Chubby • Seaboard: Ryan Brooks • Underground: Stunna 4 Vegas
Venues Charlotte • Bojangles’: 2700 E. Independence Blvd. • Charlotte Metro Credit Union Amphitheatre: 1000 NC Music Factory Blvd. • Evening Muse: 3227 N. Davidson St. • Fillmore: 820 Hamilton St. • McGlohan Theatre: 345 N. College St. • Neighborhood Theatre: 511 E 36th St. • Underground: 820 Hamilton St. • Workman’s Friend: 1531 Central Ave. Indian Trail • Grapes Wine Bar: 6461 Old Monroe Road • Sweet Union: 13717 E. Independence Blvd. • Trail House: 6751 Old Monroe Road Matthews/Mint Hill • Beantown Tavern: 130 Matthews Station St. • Hinson’s Drive In: 12420 E. Independence Blvd. • Moochies Tavern: 15060 Idlewild Road • Seaboard: 213 N. Trade St. • Steady Eddy’s: 2216 E. John St. • Stooges Pub: 13230 Albemarle Road • Stumptown Station: 107 N. Trade St. • Vintner’s Hill: 7427 Matthews-Mint Hill Road Monroe • Fox’s Alley: 1901 Skyway Drive • Treehouse Vineyards: 301 Bay St. Pineville • Pineville Tavern: 314 N. Polk St. Waxhaw • East Coast Wings: 8121 Kensington Drive
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THINGS TO DO Sept. 13
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Food Trucks The Town of Matthews Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resource Department rolls out the Matthews Food Truck Fridays & Concert Series at Stumptown Park. The festival includes pop and rock music by Sonic Rewind, food, craft beer, wine and children's activities. 5-9 p.m.; 120 S. Trade St., Matthews
Candidate Coffee Coffee with a Candidate gives citizens a chance to get to know people running for office. The series continues through November at various locations. This week's location is Mint Hill Roasting Company. jessi@jesshealey. com 8-10 a.m.; 7201 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill
Card Gaming Your Local Game Store hosts a Magic The Gathering: Booster Draft on Fridays. Players build decks through booster packs. Entry costs $15. 704-729-4547 7-10 p.m.; 6908 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill
Anniversary Party Hinson's Drive-In celebrates its 65th anniversary with live music from Ali Rose (noon), TARGeT (1:30 p.m.), Mark Starnes & The Boys (3 p.m.) and Three Point Hitch (5 p.m.). 704-847-9506 Noon; 2761 CPCC Lane, Matthews
Master Gardeners The Matthews Library hosts Master Gardeners: Earth Friendly Ideas to Green Your Lawn. Join the Mecklenburg County Extension Master Gardeners and Margaret Genkins to learn cost-effective, environmentally safe techniques to grow a lush, healthy lawn. 704-416-5000 1 p.m.; 230 Matthews Station St., Matthews
Sept. 16 Knitting Group Knot Just Knitting invites anyone who knits, crochets or wants to learn on the third Thursday of the month at Mint Hill Library. 1-3 p.m.; Mint Hill 6840 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill
Sept. 17 Business Networking Ayana Crawford speaks at the next Mint Hill Business Women's Network meeting at Carillon Assisted Living
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of Mint Hill. The program is part of the Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce. The event includes breakfast and networking. Register in advance. 704-573-4000 8:30-10 a.m.; 5601 Margaret Wallace Road, Mint Hill
Sept. 18 Car Seats The Matthews Police Department checks car seats to ensure they're properly installed. 8-11:30 a.m.; 1201 Crews Road, Matthews Team Trivia Team Trivia Charlotte entertains the crowd at Stumptown Station. 980-267-3580 7-9 p.m.; 107 N. Trade St., Matthews Bike Night Kristophers Sports Bar & Restaurant holds Biker Night with drink specials and DJ. 704-845-6200 7-9:30 p.m.; 250 N. Trade St., Matthews
Ribbon Cutting Chicken Salad Chick celebrates its grand opening with a ribbon cutting with the Matthews Chamber of Commerce. www.chickensalad chick.com 9:30-10:30 a.m.; 2233 Matthews Township Pkwy., Matthews
Sept. 19 Ribbon Cutting Novant Health Mint Hill Family Medicine & OB/GYN celebrates its grand opening with a ribbon cutting with the Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce. 5-6:30 p.m.; 11300 Cresthill Drive, suite 100, Mint Hill
Sept. 21 Candidate Coffee Coffee with a Candidate gives citizens a chance to get to know people running for office. The series continues through November at various locations. This week's location is Vintner's Hill. jessi@
jesshealey.com 8-10 a.m.; 7427 Matthews-Mint Hill, Mint Hill
Sept. 22 Benefit Ride Independence Harley-Davidson sponsors an escorted motorcycle ride to benefit an N.C. State Highway Patrol officer injured on duty. Registration costs $10 per rider and $5 per passenger. The ride spans from 9 a.m. at Zmax Dragway to the Harley-Davidson shop. 9 a.m.; 5555 Concord Pkwy., S., Concord
Sept. 24 Printmaking Demo Barbara Mellin, of Winston-Salem, brings printmaking to life as she explains the processes and tools at a free Mint Hill Arts demonstration. www.minthillarts.org 7 p.m. 11205 Lawyers Road Want to submit an event? Email justin@cmgweekly.com
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Queen’s Grant School is hosting a multi-family yard sale on September 14th from 8am-noon at the school (6400 Matthews-Mint Hill Rd). Come support the school’s PTI fund and find a treasure for yourself.
HELP WANTED PART TIME NEWSPAPER DRIVERS NEEDED - Candidates must have a clean driving record, proof of auto insurance and be able to lift 50-75 lbs. Additionally, the ideal candidate can work Thursday, Friday, or both and can make a long-term commitment to grow their workload and earnings. Must be able to pass DMV background check. For more information, please contact: adsales@cmgweekly.com
CEMETERY LOTS Burial Plots at Sharon Memorial Park 2 plots for $3500 each and transfer fee to be paid by seller Entombment rights at Sharon Memorial Park Tandem crypt for $15,000 and transfer fee to be paid by seller Please call Gary at 704-661-7781
MERCHANDISE WANTED WANTED; Vinyl LP’s, Comics, Coins, Jewelry, Military Items, Musical Instruments, Antiques, Collectibles, & More. Stop by Precious Restorations 315 W. John St. Tues-Sat 10-4. 704-9650074
MERCHANDISE FOR SALE 1st Saturday-1st Saturday-1st Saturday! Sidewalk Sale! 1stSaturday of every month at Servant’s Heart! Don’t miss it! Rock bottom prices on a variety of items not usually carried in our shop! 10am-5pm 9229 Lawyers Rd. Mint Hill, NC 28227
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