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Rodriguez-McDowell edges out Levy by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com
Susan Rodriguez-McDowell held off Republican challenger Joel Levy by 1,416 votes to unofficially win a second term representing the District Levy 6 seat on the Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners. Rodriguez-McDowell earned a total of 52,399 votes, or 50.68%, with all 29 precincts reporting by the end of Election Day on Nov. 3. Official totals will include ballots mailed in with Nov. 3 postmarks.
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District 6 includes Matthews, Mint Hill, Pineville and the southern-most parts of Charlotte. County results showed Rodriguez-McDowell had 17,139 absentee by-mail votes compared to Levy's 9,038. The remaining votes were reported by precinct. Levy had more votes in 23 of the 29 precincts. Levy certainly noticed, telling followers on Facebook that he fell short 1,400 votes with 100,000 votes cast. “I am proud of our campaign and thankful to my family and supporters,” he wrote. “This map shows that the Republican message has broad appeal. God bless!” Levy had 3,428 more votes in Mint Hill
precincts and 1,890 more votes in Matthews precincts than Rodriguez McDowell. Rodriguez-McDowell had more votes at the following precincts 235 (Lebanon Road Elementary in Mint Hill), 231 (Pineville UMC), 229 (Christ the King Lutheran in Charlotte), 148 (Community House Middle in Charlotte), 129 (Pineville Elementary) and 122 (Good Shepherd UMC in Charlotte) If the results hold up, Rodriguez-McDowell will join returnees Elaine Powell, Vilma Leake, George Dunlap, Mark Jerrell, Ella Scarborough and Pat Cotham as well as newcomers Laura Meier and Leigh Altman on the commission.
Susan Rodriguez-McDowell unofficially won re-election after securing endorsements from the likes of Matthews Mayor John Higdon and Pineville Mayor Jack Edwards. Photo courtesy of Susan-Rodriquez McDowell.
Scarecrows don't freak out families
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Barbie Pop-Up Get fanny packs & denim jackets, 4B "The Lion Tamer" (top) was the best scarecrow made by a resident, while "There's No Place Like the Gift Workshop" (above) took home first in the business category. Wayback Burgers came in a close second with “Chef Cheesy Monster” (bottom). Photos courtesy of Mint Hill Events, The Gift Workshop and Wayback Burgers
Mint Hill announces contest winners Mayor Brad Simmons announced winners of the third annual Mint Hill Scarecrow Decorating Contest. The Lion Tamer won first place in the residential category followed by Patches and Parenting 2020. The Gift Workshop won first place among businesses, followed by Wayback Burgers and Showcase Dance. “What I loved about this year was the spirit and creativity that came out in our community,” Simmons
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wrote to residents in a Facebook post. “People genuinely had a great time creating and scarecrow hunting. I know my family enjoyed it. There were a lot of great scarecrows this year and as far as I am concerned, everyone is a winner.” Mint Hill Events expanded the contest beyond town hall this year. Simmons teased residents about an upcoming event called Mint Hill's Great Christmas Light Fest.
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The Town of Matthews announced that applications are now being accepted for a second round of the Matthews CARES Act Funding Relief Program. The town created the grant program to encourage and support the community as it responds to challenges brought on by COVID-19. The first round of funding included small business and nonprofits, while Round II is for businesses only. The program will provide onetime reimbursable grants of up to $10,000 to help offset the impacts of the pandemic. The source of funding for the grant program is the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Federal stimulus package. Businesses that meet eligibility
requirements and grant criteria may apply for up to $10,000 in reimbursement funds via the grant application for qualifying expenses incurred March 1 to Oct 31. Eligible applications will be selected for review on a lottery basis until available funds are exhausted. A complete grant application with all required additional documents must be received by noon Nov. 16 to be considered. Completed applications and supporting materials should be emailed to matthews@matthewsnc.gov or dropped off marked ATTN: CARES Act Grant – Round II to Matthews Town Hall (232 Matthews Station St., Matthews, NC 28105). Incomplete or late applications will not be accepted. Visit www. matthewsnc.gov/cares for details.
Companies like Renfrow Hardware have changed the way they do business to adapt to county and state guidelines and prevent the spread of COVID-19. Photo courtesy of Claire Rodahaver
here were 10 races on ballots in southern Mecklenburg and western Union counties that I thought were going to be competitive or compelling. Most were but I can't say that anything in our coverage area surprised me. The bulk of Union County voted Republican while Mecklenburg County continues to ride the blue wave of the Democrats. A true apples to apples comparison of whether the blue wave is permanent will occur next in 2022, when there isn't a polarizing presidential campaign on the ballot that pushes apolitical people to the polls. If I had to pick one race that surprised me most it would be N.C. Senate District 39 in Mecklenburg County. I'm not shocked Democrat DeAndrea Salvador defeated Republican Joshua Niday but surprised by her margin of victory. Salvador won by 26,741 votes, or nearly 62.2%. District 39 is a seat previously held by Republicans Rob Bryan, Dan Bishop and Bob Rucho. Salvador, 30, is new to politics but grew up in the district. The Waddell High alum founded RETI, a nonprofit specializing in energy efficiency, and she has served on the Mecklenburg Air Quality Commission. “For me, running for office is really about working for our community to drive forth the solutions we want to see,” she told South Charlotte Weekly before the election, specifically mentioning health care and gerrymandering. My hope is that when the memory of this election begins to fade, we'll continue to see names like Niday, Bill Brawley, Joel Levy, Matthew Ridenhour, Amy Bynum, Don Pomeroy and others stay involved in the community.
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(The Center Square) – President Donald Trump won key battleground states in Ohio, Florida and Texas on Election Day. Former Vice President Joe Biden took Arizona. But the race in other swing states remained too close to call as Americans awoke Wednesday still not knowing the winner of the presidential election. And they might not find out for awhile, either. Results in Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin – where millions of votes, much of them mail-ins, were still being counted as of 6 a.m. eastern time Wednesday – will determine the winner. In early morning comments before supporters, Trump said he was poised to win Tuesday night but questioned why races weren't called in Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin, where he held leads as votes were still being counted. In unofficial results in Mecklenburg County, Biden had 375,503 to Trump's 178,066. In Union County, Trump put up 79,778 votes compared to Biden's 48,199. “We had such a big night,” Trump said. ... “We were going to win this election. Frankly, we did win this election,” claiming that the integrity of the election was in question. A few hours later, new vote counts in Wisconsin and Michigan gave Biden a slight lead in the two states while Trump was leading in Pennsylvania, Georgia and North Carolina. Before Trump spoke, Biden told supporters he was confident he would still win despite deficits in the remaining key battleground states. "We feel good about where we are," Biden said. "We believe we're on track to win this election." Trump so far has been declared the winner in Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kan-
Charlotte (Meck District 5) 007 (Randolph Middle): Biden 864; Trump 307 048 (Providence UMC): Biden 577; Trump 634 075 (South Park Christian Church): Biden 993; Trump 980 086 (Carmel Middle): Biden 581; Trump 723 092 (Quail Hollow Presbyterian Church): Biden 879; Trump 850
President Donald Trump has been campaigning in battleground states like North Carolina. Here he boards Air Force One for Pennsylvania. Tia Dufour/ Official White House Photo
sas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah and West Virginia. Biden won Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island, Vermont, Virginia, Washington and Wyoming. Nebraska and Maine are the only two states that split their electoral college votes by Congressional districts. In the 48 others, all electoral college votes are awarded to the winner of the respective state. Biden held a 238-213 electoral vote advantage over Trump at 6:20 a.m. eastern, according to The Associated Press. Either candidate needs to secure at least 270 electoral votes to win the presidency. The battleground states of Georgia (16 electoral college votes), Michigan (16), North Carolina (15), Pennsylvania (20) and Wisconsin (10) will determine the outcome. Trump held leads in all but Wisconsin. If Trump ends up winning in the states he held leads in early Wednesday, he would be reelected. But if the race remains close in these key swing states, it's possible
– maybe even likely – that a winner won't be known for days as more than 99 million Americans voted early or by mail before Tuesday's polls even opened. States have different rules for counting and processing mail-in votes. Some wait until after all polls close in the state. Some states also will accept mail-in ballots for days after Nov. 3. In the key swing state of Pennsylvania, for example, some counties don't expect to start counting mailin ballots until Wednesday or later. During Pennsylvania's June primary, roughly half of counties were still counting ballots a full week after Election Day. And in states where the final, unofficial results are particularly close, both Trump and Biden have attorneys on standby to legally challenge any potential discrepancies. That could drag out the presidential outcome for weeks. In 2016, Trump won the electoral vote and the presidency despite losing the popular vote to Hillary Clinton by nearly 3 million votes. By winning the key swing states of Florida, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan and Wisconsin, Trump claimed 304 electoral votes to Clinton's 227. Dan McCaleb is the executive editor of The Center Square.
Charlotte (Meck District 6) 137 (Polo Ridge Elementary): Biden 1,716; Trump 2,136 139.1 (Hawk Ridge Elementary): Biden 1,095; Trump 1,178 144 (St. Matthew Catholic Church): Biden 1197; Trump 1,126 148 (Community House Middle): Biden 3,744; Trump: 2,809 227 (McKee Road Elementary): Biden 2,039; Trump 2,165 Indian Trail 014 (Indian Trail Library): Biden 367; Trump 728 016 (Hemby Bridge Elementary): Biden 1,651; Trump 2,729 029A (Shiloh Elementary): Biden 1,963; Trump 1,954 029B (Brandon Oaks Clubhouse): Biden 548; Trump 822 039 (Porter Ridge Elementary): Biden 493; Trump 1,591 Matthews 136 (CPCC Levine Campus): Biden 638; Trump 880 215 (Matthews Community Center): Biden 1,121; Trump 1,189 216 (Crown Point School): Biden 1,470; Trump 1,513 217 (Christ Covenant Church): Biden 879; Trump 771 218 (Mt Harmony Baptist Church): Biden 644; Trump 1,137 233 (Elizabeth Lane Elementary): Biden 1,087; Trump 1,412 Mint Hill 219 (Mint Hill Town Hall): Biden 703; Trump 1,084 220 (Mint Hill Masonic Lodge): Biden 732; Trump 1,370 221 (Philadelphia Presbyterian Church): Biden 988; Trump 2,146 234 (Northeast Middle): Biden 1,100; Trump 1,098 235 (Lebanon Road Elementary): Biden 1,133; Trump 930 236 (Blair Road UMC): Biden 1,230; Trump: 2,320 Pineville 129 (Pineville Elementary): Biden 532; Trump 228 225 (Belle Johnson Community Center): Biden 809; Trump 761 231 (Pineville UMC): Biden 1,590; Trump 1,171 Waxhaw 020A (Waxhaw VFD): Biden 2,160; Trump 2,588 020B (Waxhaw Bible Church): Biden 1,452; Trump 2,501 028D (Kensington Elementary): Biden 1,815; Trump 2,253 033 (Waxhaw Elementary): Biden 660; Trump 1,289
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Dates to Remember 245th Birthday of the United States Marines
Founded on November 10, 1775, the United States Marine Corps, also referred to as the United States Marines, is the maritime land force service branch of the United States Armed Forces responsible for conducting expeditionary and amphibious operations with the United States Navy as well as the Army and Air Force. The U.S. Marine Corps is one of the eight uniformed services of the United States.
Veterans Day (originally known as Armistice Day) is a federal holiday in the
What sets Marines apart from any other fighting force on the globe isn’t just how they’re trained, the equipment they use or their tactics. It’s something much more primal—it’s the fighting spirit that lives within every Marine and drives them to accept nothing less than victory in all situations. That determination to win, eagerness to fight, and high standard of excellence are all traits strengthened in the Corps.
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Cooper wins reelection as N.C. governor by Nyamekye Daniel Contributor
(The Center Square) – Gov. Roy Cooper was re-elected for a second term Nov. 3, defeating his Republican opponent Forest Lt. Gov. Dan Forest. The Associated Press called the race for Cooper at 10:35 p.m. With 97.5% of precincts reporting, Cooper had 51.5% of the vote to Forest's 47%. "North Carolinians have made their first voices heard tonight, but the hard work of listening to all voices will be ongoing," Cooper said after being declared the winner. "So let's take the time to imagine what it's like to be in each other's shoes. Let's dedicate ourselves to really hearing one another. Let's take the time to see what is really true, what
is not and what is worthy of debate today and for the next four years." Forest said he had “a lot of good things planned” for the state in a speech to supporters after his lost Tuesday. “I'm not happy with the result,” Forest said. Forest had an advantage in Union County, earning 76,751 votes (59.35%), but Mecklenburg voters favored Cooper with 380,258 votes (67.81%). Cooper's campaign spokesperson Liz Doherty said the results show North Carolinians trust Cooper and reject Forest. "These results show that North Carolinians want to expand Medicaid, boost public education and keep health and safety first during this pandemic," she said. "North Carolinians rejected Dan Forest’s campaign of fear and division and dangerous lies and opted instead
General Assembly Races (Mecklenburg) Senate District 37 Jeff Jackson - 64,242 (55.02%) Sonja P. Nichols - 48,238 (41.31%) Jeff Scott - 4,291 (3.67%) Senate District 38 Mujtaba A. Mohammed - 82,296 (78.20%) Jack W. Brosch – 22,948 (21.80%)
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House District 105 Wesley Harris - 25,605 (54.78%) Amy Bynum - 21,137 (45.22%)
General Assembly Races (Union) Senate District 35 Todd Johnson - 74,519 (63.51%) Jose Santiago - 42,807 (36.49%)
Senate District 40 Joyce Waddell - 63,900 (72.06%) Bobbie Shields - 24,775 (27.94%)
State Senate District 36 Paul Newton - 5,668 (75.07%) Marcus J. Singleton - 1,882 (24.93%
House District 099 Nasif Majeed - 28,082 (64.55%) Russell Rowe - 15,423 (35.45%) House District 100 John Autry - 23,678 (71.96%) Kalle Thompson - 9,228 (28.04%)
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House District 104 Brandon Lofton - 25,372 (53.85%) Don Pomeroy - 21,740 (46.15%)
Senate District 39 Deandrea Salvador - 68,339 (62.16%) Joshua Niday - 41,598 (37.84%)
House District 088 Mary Belk - 31,419 (63.17%) David Tondreau - 18,317 (36.83%)
Gov. Roy Cooper and Lt. Gov. Dan Forest had different approaches to governing amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Cooper's more protective approach didn't scare off the majority of state voters. CMG file photo
Bill Brawley - 21,911 (45.09%)
House District 103 Rachel Hunt - 26,678 (54.91%)
House District 055 Mark Brody - 15,787 (64.28% Gloria Harrington Overcash 8,773 (35.72%) House District 068 David Willis - 36,147 (63.04%) Ericka L. Mcknight - 21,193 (36.96%) House District 069 Dean Arp - 27,790 (65.01%) Pam De Maria - 14,956 (34.99%)
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CLT Trail Guide offers insight into exploring the city The Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority has launched the CLT Trail Guide on www.charlottes gotalot.com, a new tool that gives visitors and residents alike the ability to choose their own adventure by selecting one of six interactive itineraries highlighting over 22 miles of trails, dining with outdoor amenities, local businesses and attractions. Though some may not associate this bustling metropolis with the great outdoors, Mecklenburg County is threaded with over 52 miles of developed greenway trails and the Charlotte region is home to one of the world’s most premier outdoor recreation attractions, the U.S. National Whitewater Center, which boasts over 45 miles of trails on its campus alone. The new CLT Trail Guide is an interactive digital resource designed to provide a guide for navigating Charlotte’s outdoor recreation offerings. A neighborhood guide accompanies each trail, so users can take a deeper dive into the communities they’ll be passing through. Trails include biking, running or walking paths designed to be inclusive for all fitness levels. The itineraries also thread through some of Charlotte's most Instagrammable spots, so users are guaranteed to find the perfect backdrop for their next photo shoot. The mobile-friendly trail resource allow users to send itiner-
aries directly to their phones via text and/or open them directly in Google Maps to get around and visit recommended spots with ease. Each trail itinerary includes several routes and recommended stops, as well as breaks down distance, intensity level and average time by foot or by bike it takes to complete. The six trails available now are: • The Community Trail, Midtown (2.3 miles) — This trail cuts through popular parks and gathers spots in the Midtown area including Cherry, Elizabeth, Dilworth and Myers Park. • The Award-Winning Trail, South End (1.8 miles) — This trail follows along the light rail allowing users to test out some of the city’s best offerings as they cruise segments of the Charlotte Rail Trail, a 3.5-mile stretch of sidewalk along the LYNX Blue Line that’s bordered by economic development and colored with interactive art installations. • The Skyline Trail, Uptown (3.5 miles) — Users will follow this trail to explore what Uptown Charlotte has to offer, such as The Green, a 1.5 acre park in the heart of the city. • The Adventure Trail, West Charlotte (0.8 miles) — The U.S. National Whitewater Center is the focal point of this trail, which gives users recommendations for activities to try, food and drink to sample and trails to trek.
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• The Neighborhood Trail, South Charlotte (6 miles) — This trail explores the suburban areas of Charlotte – home to beautiful neighborhoods, shopping centers, restaurants, hotels and green spaces, such as Four Mile Creek Greenway and Lower McAlpine Creek Greenway. • The 49ers Trail, University City (8.4 miles) — For those looking to
see what the university area has to offer, the 49ers trail guides users to take the light rail for a stroll through the UNCC campus and its botanical gardens, the Shoppes at University Place and nearby greenways. The CLT Trail Guide is the newest addition to resident and visitor resources launched by the CRVA this year, including the Pitch In
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Nothing Deters Charlotte’s Giving Spirit
by Mara Campolungo
Co-Founder And Executive Director of The Sandbox and Founder of Ordinary Angels
In a year overflowing with more critical needs than ever before, The Sandbox decided we’d not only care for our own families, but also
lend a helping hand to other organizations as well. There were plenty of organizations from which to choose, so we set out to be intentional about where and whom we served. So many moments and stories stand out. One of our own Sandbox families spurred a giving movement, and we were honored to be a part
of it as we lent our hands to help the homeless. Vincent Guy, a nineteen-yearold Sandbox HERO, succumbed to his illness this past June. Vinny had harbored a dream of starting a nonprofit, one that would help kids with special needs. His heart was pure gold, and he was a warrior when it came to thinking about others and serving—a true Sandbox BELIEVER! His grieving mom and her daughters set out to make Vinny’s dream come true, even though he was no longer here to see it come to fruition. They started Vinny & Friends, a nonprofit founded on October 5th, which now serves our community. During the Sandbox’s Cabarrus Blessing drive, they collected over 5,000 items through their new nonprofit. I have no doubt Vinny is dancing in heaven’s nonstop prom! 2020 is a celebratory year for our charity. It’s the 10th Anniversary of our “An Evening of Believing” prom. Instead of balloons, a red carpet, and limos to commemorate this special prom season, we have done two things: We’ve planned a special weekend getaway for our families and we have pounded the
ground, harder than ever before, to support these ten deserving organizations in our area. Here is a summary of our collective efforts: icuTalks Raised $1,000 in 24 hours to support an immediate, critical need when a donor cancelled their monthly giving SAS Give Back Easter & Mother’s Day (2) | Raised over $2,500 in support of this bakery when it was initially denied PPP funding Lakewood Window Visits 3 Times | Supported residents by sending a team of Sandboxers to love on and encourage elder residents through the windows The sHe REIGNS Conference Provided event support by creating a strategic plan for operations, marketing, and communications Cabarrus Blessing Boxes Collected A LOT of food … over 2,500 items for stocking the shelves of Blessing Boxes’ inventory Stolen Lunches Ministry Provided hygiene items, kits, winter supplies, clothing, non-perishable, branded Blessing bags, and building a partnership with AVEDA to provide haircuts for those struggling with homelessness
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KW Collards looks to spend some green by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com
Respecting all life Green burials provide environmentally friendly option
by Karie Simmons karie@cmgweekly.com
An hour west of uptown Charlotte, just over the state line in South Carolina, sits 36 acres of hardwoods, dogwoods, wildflowers, ferns and meadows called Kings Mountain Preserve. A creek runs through the property, as do three miles of hiking trails. It’s a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and also a peaceful, eternal resting place for loved ones. The land is a conservation burial ground for “green burials,” or environmentally friendly burials, and also boasts a retreat center, pavilion and outdoor chapel. Terry Robertson, owner of Robertson Funeral and Cremation Service in Charlotte, purchased the property at 321 Indian Springs Road in Blacksburg, S.C., to give families more options. Located 20 minutes from historic Kings Mountain State Park, it’s the first combination conservation burial ground and funeral home on the East Coast and the second in the nation. “It celebrates life through the interconnectedness we have with nature as one whole community,” Robertson said. Robertson has been in the traditional funeral industry since the early 1990s. He started thinking about alternative burials after he was diagnosed with neck cancer. Doctors told him exposure to carcinogens while in the embalming room may have caused his disease and gave him a 30% chance to live. That was 20 years ago. Robertson wants people to know they don’t have to be embalmed (preserved with formaldehyde-based chemicals) when they die. A green burial uses non-toxic or no chemicals and burial containers are 100% biodegradable. This reduces carbon emissions, conserves natural resources and makes the process safer for workers and the envi-
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ronment, Robertson said. Kings Mountain Preserve doesn't look like a traditional cemetery. Instead of a field of tombstones among trimmed grass, burial spaces are located along nature trails and among the trees and plants. Native stones which can be engraved are all that mark the graves. Scattering of cremains (cremated remains) is not allowed as it can kill the plants, and vaults (concrete containers that enclose a coffin to help prevent a grave from sinking) are prohibited. Only natural, biodegradable materials are used. Robertson said workers hand-dig all graves, removing the dirt in three layers and replacing it the same way. This helps foster plant life and maintain the ecosystems in the soil. “No traditional cemetery does that,” Robertson said. “They take a backhoe and they dig it out and they put it back in.” see PRESERVE, Page 4B
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Kings Mountain Preserve and Retreat Center in Blacksburg, S.C., also has a pavilion and outdoor chapel that can be booked for life celebrations, weddings and reunions. Photos courtesy of Kings Mountain Preserve
Brokerage secures trendy spot in Montford Park Barclay Realty Group has had an exciting year that will be capped off with a new location in Montford Park. Kristi Miller opened the independent brokerage firm to agents in January just before COVID-19 began crippling the economy. The brokerage started in an interior office space in SouthPark but quickly outgrew that location. “I definitely knew it was time to make a change,” Miller said. “We kept growing and I wanted more of a retail location with exposure to our client base.” That led to landing a location in the growing Montford Park area of Charlotte. Nestled between South Park
Union County is offering economic incentives to KW Collards to put down roots. The company, which specializes in producing high quality collard greens, leases space in Mecklenburg and Iredell counties. Company officials reached out to Monroe-Union County Economic Development in September about opening a permanent location. “What makes KW Collars unique is that they are 100% vegetarian and vegan and they are sold in glass jars to ensure flavor retention and long shelf life,” said Ron Mahle, assistant director of economic development for MUCED. “There is no meat whatsoever in this product.” Mahle told commissioners Nov. 2 that KW Collards plan to invest $3.2 million into a permanent location that would include a 25,000-square-foot processing plant with a commercial kitchen, greenhouse and hydroponic system to grow tomatoes and green peppers for their product. Kizito Wademi, president of KW Collards, told commissioners he's looking for a 120-acre site that would produce about 20% to 30% of what the company needs. The rest will come from local farmers. Commissioners approved a economic incentives of up to $60,800 over five years. The funding is contingent on the $3.2 million investment and creation of 10 fulltime jobs. Company officials expect upwards of 38 jobs. The company would also pay a projected $116,944 property taxes over the grant period. Commissioner Stony Rushing said he
and Madison Park, the area has exploded in growth over the past few years. “You have Brawley’s Beverage, which is a Charlotte staple, but just down the street they have updated the classic Park Road Shopping Center,” Miller said. “New apartments and retail are popping up everywhere. This area has become so walkable and convenient.” The local real estate market took a hit early in 2020 but eventually began to boom as interest rates plummeted and inventory became scarce. “It was an interesting year to open a new brokerage, but we are seeing success and are excited to move into our new location,”
Barclay Realty Group has settled into its new digs. Photo courtesy of BRG
Miller said. “We have helped so many clients make big moves this year, so there are definitely posi-
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DINING SCORES Health departments in Mecklenburg and Union counties inspected these restaurants Oct. 23 to 29: Lowest Scores • 9 Spices Indian Cuisine, 8145 Ardrey Kell Road, Charlotte – 86 Violations include: Certified person in charge arrived 20 minutes into inspection; employee handled soiled dishes and unloaded clean dishes without washing hands in between; hand sink didn't have soap; foods in prep unit weren't marked by date; rice was out at room temperature with no timing; and two spray bottles at dish area weren't labeled. • Wendy's, 6849 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Matthews – 87.5 Violations include: Employees didn't wash hands properly; pans had debris inside them; salads and shredded cheese weren't held cold enough in reach-in cooler; and
cheese on line didn't have time or date stamps. • Queens South Bar & Grill, 1201 N. Broome St., Waxhaw – 90 Violations include: Hand-washing sink was used as drink dump sink; meat slicer and can opener had debris on them; foods in two prep units were not held cold enough; and shredded cheese, cut lettuce, milk, soup and chili weren't marked by date.
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Colony Road – 96.5 • McDonald's, 7721 Pineville-Matthews Road – 97 • Mr. Tokyo Japanese Restaurant, 8334 Pineville-Matthews Road – 92 • Quick Wok, 8328 Pineville-Matthews Road – 97.5 • Subway Sandwiches, 8318 Pineville-Matthews Road – 94.5 • Wine Shop at Foxcroft, 7824 Fairview Road – 99 Charlotte (28227) • Food Lion(produce), 9848 Monroe Road – 99.5 • Honey Buns, 7323 E. Independence Blvd. – 98.5 • Kingdom Caribe, 8505 Lawyers Road – 92.5 • Olde Sycamore Grill, 7500 Olde Sycamore Drive – 97 • Sheslea's Pizza and Pasta, 6453 Albemarle Road – 94 Charlotte (28270) • Food Lion (deli), 9848 Monroe Road – 95.5 Charlotte (28277) • 9 Spices Indian Cuisine, 8145 Ardrey Kell Road – 86 • Asian 1, 16646 Hawfield Way Drive – 94.5 • Buona Vita, 3419 Torringdon Way – 99.5 • Cava, 6307 Providence Farm Lane – 97 • Charlotte Cafe, 8200 Providence Road – 96.5 • Chef Kwo, 15105 John J Delaney Drive – 95 • Chuy's, 7314 Waverly Walk Ave. – 92.5 • Courtyard By Marriott, 15635 Don Lochman Lane – 99 • Farley`s Pizzeria, 15025 Old Lancaster Hwy. – 98 • Greco Fresh Grille, 9820 Rea Road – 96 • Hilton Garden Inn, 7415 Waverly Walk Ave. – 98.5 • Ilios Noche, 11508 Providence Road – 95 • Korean Restaurant, 7323 E Independence Blvd. – 98.5 • Le Peep Restaurant, 8140 Providence Road – 97 • Lotus Cafe, 8610 Camfield St. – 90.5 • Mellow Mushroom, 14835 Ballantyne Village Way – 95.5 • Panera Bread, 11630 Waverly Center Drive – 96.5 • Smoothie King, 8022 Providence Road – 90.5 • Super G Mart, 7323 E Independence Blvd. – 95 • Zeitouni Mediterranean Grill, 3419 Toringdon Way – 99.5 Indian Trail • Pizza Hut, 6732 Old Monroe Road – 99
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with WFAE staff to take “Work It” from an idea to six episodes. Bjers and Hale were early in the production process when the world changed overnight because of the pandemic in 2020. They worried that virtual interviews would keep guests from sharing intimate details about their lives. To their surprise, the change didn’t affect guests’ candor. The pandemic also changed how Bjers and Hale produced and wrote the episodes. Zoom fatigue worked to their advantage. They became more focused because “Zoom hours are not as much fun as hours in a coffee shop,” Hale said. “Work It” episodes will be available every week through Dec. 18:
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BUSINESS BRIEFS Chamber hires new CEO
1990s kids will be saying cowabunga when they see the fanny packs and denim swag available at the Barbie Pop-Up Truck. Photo courtesy of Barbie
Barbie Pop-Up Truck rolling in The Barbie Pop-Up Truck will bring exclusive retro-inspired merchandise and treats to SouthPark on Nov. 7 as part of its U.S. tour to celebrate the iconic brand’s 60-year heritage. The truck will offer an array of 1990s-themed Barbie apparel and accessories, including a collectible Polaroid camera, airbrushed jackets, denim jackets, embroidered patch set, cassette tape wallet and fanny pack. Merchandise will be available to buy from the truck from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at SouthPark, 4400 Sharon Road. Visit www.Barbie.com/ BarbieTruck for details.
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The retreat center is a separate, two-acre property on the grounds of the preserve that includes a 1,600-square-foot pavilion for up to 100 people, an outdoor chapel that seats 50 people and a custom-built cabin that sleeps six. All are available for a variety of events including weddings, funerals, reunions, receptions and spiritual and wellness retreats.
Griselda Bailey started her tenure as president and CEO of the Latin American Chamber of Commerce of Charlotte on Nov. 2. Bailey was previously the regional director at Ennova Learning Solutions, an educational-service organization that provides college planning services. The chamber began its search for a leader over the summer with a goal of advancing the cause of Hispanic/Latino employees and business-owners in the Charlotte region. Rocio Gonzalez, former executive director, is now membership and programs director.
Upscale salon joins Madison Corners shopping center Fern & Ivy, an upscale full-service boutique hair salon, has signed a lease at Madison Corners. Fern & Ivy will occupy 1,588 square feet of retail space located at 5033 South Blvd., Suite J, in the neighborhood retail center. It came together in early 2020 when Brittani McLiverty and Andrea Todd, decided to open the concept together. The salon will offer hair services including cut, color and certified luxury extensions. Fern & Ivy’s goal is to exceed their guest’s expec-
“We are really trying to frame this as a place people can go to have a life celebration, rather than a funeral,” Robertson said. “You might think, ‘Why would you want to get married where there’s a cemetery?'” Robertson added. “Well, people get married at churches all the time but there’s usually a cemetery behind the church, but they don’t think about it like that.” Robertson said burial prices at Kings Mountain Preserve are a fraction of what a traditional fu-
tations with salon services while also making you feel among friends.
Man accused of insurance fraud after car wreck
Realty firm opens at Galleria
North Carolina Insurance Commissioner Mike Causey announced Anthony Marquis Byrd Jr., 34, of Charlotte, was charged with insurance fraud. According to the criminal summons, Byrd tried to deceive Liberty Mutual Insurance Co. by misrepresenting where he was sitting in a 2017 Chevrolet when it was involved in a collision. He was served with a criminal summons on Oct. 29. Causey estimates fraud costs North Carolinians between 15 and 20 cents on every dollar paid on insurance premiums. Special agents recovered $7.5 million in damages in the past two years.
Paola Alban Realtors is leasing 4,000 squarer feet at the Galleria Shopping Center, according to Weingarten Realty. Paola Alban, Realtors has been providing professional real estate services to clients throughout area since 2004. Galleria Shopping Center at Galleria Boulevard and Sardis Road North, is a Walmart Supercenter shadow-anchored center. Primary tenants include Dollar Tree, Party City, Game Stop, Sprint and CATO.
Koala Insulation opening three locations Koala Insulation is educating homeowners on how to improve their home’s efficiency with three new locations opening across Charlotte through the end of the year. The brand ensures customers understand what type of insulation they need and what problem it will solve in their home. New locations and their owners include: Koala Insulation of Charlotte Central, owners Ric Ritter Koala Insulation of South Charlotte, owner Matt Strosser Koala Insulation of Northern Charlotte, owners Liz Vetter and James Gorzynski
neral costs, making a green burial an ideal option for anyone who is also financially conscious. A percentage of sales goes into a permanent endowment for the care of the space. Once native vegetation is in place, it is free to grow. Robertson said the endowment mainly functions to keep trails and public spaces open. It also helps keep invasive species at bay and helps in special circumstances, such as after a natural disaster. “Outside of the pavilion area,
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Visit the preserve Kings Mountain Preserve and Retreat Center is open to the public on Saturdays for a seminar, hike and tour of the property. Visit www.kingsmountainpreserve.com for details.
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future generations to enjoy. “It’s just something that should give anyone that’s purchasing a space some comfort,” Robertson said. “There’s no more forceable means to protect land than what we have.”
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Academy Sports + Outdoors will be designated as the Official Sporting Goods and Outdoor Retailer of the CIAA thanks to a new multi-year partnership. The partnership will establish community initiatives across markets within the CIAA footprint, such as youth outreach and mentoring programs, that are inclusive of students-athletes and administrators. Academy Sports + Outdoors gets exposure and engagement during conference championships, events and social media.
we’re not mowing grass and we’re not watering plants,” Robertson said. “Frankly, the most expensive operational cost that a cemetery has, other than staff, is maintaining the cemetery.” Kings Mountain Preserve will grow by an additional 35 acres in the near future and it will never go away. Robertson said Upstate Forever Land Trust protects the land and water from development by enforcing a Perpetual Conservation Easement, ensuring its use for
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