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MONROE – Students from all over Union County converged Dec. 8 at South Piedmont Community College for the Fall Robotics Classic. The event was sponsored by the Union County Public Schools Career Readiness Department. Thirty-five teams from 10 high schools and 25 teams from eight middle schools competed in a game-based engineering challenge that included picking up and shooting balls. Students were tasked with designing, building and programming a robot to play against other teams.
Classroom STEM concepts are put to the test as students learn such skills as teamwork, leadership and communications in preparing for the competition. Tournaments are held year-round at the regional, state and national levels, culminating at the VEX Robotics World Championship each April. The team from East Union Middle School along with their robot, Tracer, was the overall competition winner after winning first place in Skills Champion, first place Design Award and third-place Elimination. Tracer was built, programmed and driven by Humberto Delgado, Aiden Smith, Tyler Pittman and Yahir see ROBOTS, Page 5A
Students from Weddington (left) and Parkwood (right) high schools compete at the Robotics Classic. Paul Nielsen/UCW photo
Remembrances The Town of Waxhaw participates in Wreaths Across America by laying wreaths on veterans grave sites noon to 2 p.m. Dec. 15 at the Waxhaw Southside Cemetery.
Food The menu at Lucy’s Bake and Deli in Stallings has been known to highlight popular Latin American dishes, as well as great finds like elephant ears (think state fair), natural juices and guava turnovers.
Books Robert Bartlett has written thrillers such as “Three Days in Autumn” and “A Time of Darkness.” He’ll sign books 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 15 at The Book Lady in Monroe.
Drink Growler USA in Indian Trail presents a trivia night around “Home Alone,” a popular Christmas flick about a boy home alone protecting his mansion from a pair of bumbling burglars. The event takes place 7 to 9 p.m. Dec. 20.
Movies “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” gives our favorite web-crawling superhero the animated treatment. Miles Morales meets different versions of Spider-Man from other dimensions, including Spider-Ham and his secret identity, Peter Porker.
Streaming Did anyone think that a “Full House” television reboot would generate four seasons of content? “Fuller House,” which follows the children of the original series, streams its fourth season Dec. 14 on Netflix.
There’s no stopping Santa
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Town celebrations adjust to snow
Tick tock Last mintue ways to celebrate Christmas, 1B
Top: Madison Lambert is about to receive a teddy bear while sitting on Santa’s lap. Above: Sylas Olguin, 4, observes the toy train going around the tree with his aunt, Shannon Shimkoski, during the Village of Marvin’s Christmas festival.Alec Smith/UCW photos
The Town of Waxhaw canceled the Waxhaw Christmas Parade two days ahead of Winter Storm Diego, which dropped snow and ice across the region. Waxhaw also canceled downtown carriage rides, but continued its tradition of Santa riding through neighborhoods.
Other towns made slight adjustments to their festivities. The Town of Stallings moved its Christmas in the Park event Dec. 8 from Stallings Municipal Park to Stallings Town Hall. The event became Selfies with Santa. The Village of Marvin decided to hold its tree lighting event rain or shine Dec. 8 at Marvin Efird Park. The event included music, dancing, crafts and teddy bear giveaways.
Weddington advances to state title game Dual threat Howell is N.C. Gatorade Player of the Year, 4A
INDEX Crime................................................................................ 5A Classifieds..............................................................5B Home Sales........................................................ 3A Calendar....................................................................4B Live&Loud............................................................ 6B Dining Scoes.................................................... 6B Sports.............................................................................. 4A Puzzles........................................................................ 6B
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WEDDINGTON — Two years ago, two young assistant football coaches faced off in the Class 3AA State Championship game when Weddington played East Guilford. On one side was Warriors offensive line coach Andy Capone. On the other side of the field was a slightly older East Guilford assistant coach named Kennedy Tinsley, who was in his sixth season at
Class 3AA State Championship Game No. 2 Southeast Guilford vs. No. 5 seed Weddington When: Friday, Dec. 14 7:30 p.m. Where: Kenan Stadium, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill
his first coaching stop. Weddington got the best of East Guilford back in 2016 but Capone and Tinsley will face off again Friday. This time, both coaches will be in charge when Weddington plays Southeast Guilford for the Class 3AA state title. The game will be played at Kenan
Stadium in Chapel Hill with kickoff set for 7:30 p.m. Tinsley took over at Southeast following the 2016 season and has guided the Falcons to a 14-1 record this season heading into Friday night’s game in Chapel Hill. see WEDDINGTON, Page 5A
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hicle chase and two arrests. A search of the fleeing pickup truck resulted in the seizure of Buprenorphin pills (Suboxone) that detectives believe the suspects intended to sell, according to the sheriff’s office. The driver, Franklin Heath Watts, 36, of Waxhaw, faces a felony charge of fleeing to elude in a motor vehicle, reckless driving to endanger and one drug-related charge. James Robert Kisiah, 32, of Waxhaw, faces several drug-related charges.
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Seventy veterans and their spouses attend the monthly veterans coffee house at Waxhaw Baptist Church. The coffee takes place 9 to 11 a.m. on the fourth Thursday of each month at the church, 8213 Old Waxhaw Monroe Road. Photo courtesy of Union County
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WESLEY CHAPEL – A commitment to patriotism and community pride by Diana Bowler has resulted in the addition of a flag pole at Dogwood Park. Eagle Scout Landon Clouse helped install the pole as his service project. It was dedicated during the Fall Bash Festival on Oct. 27. Bowler, a Realtor in the Allen Tate Providence@485/Union County office, was selected in 2016 as a Volunteer Works $1,000 grant recipient through the National Association of Realtors Good Neighbor Program, to fund the project. Bowler has worked 17 years in real estate, including six with Allen Tate, and been active in Wesley Chapel Friends of Parks and Recreation. “I’ve helped to coordinate events in Wesley Chapel since 2010 and always included the National Anthem at the start of every event. We had to improvise with someone holding a flag,” Bowler said. “Now, when the community comes together, recognition will be given to those who have served our country and fought for the freedoms we have today.”
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MONROE – Union County Public Schools faced criticism after the district announced a two-hour delay for Dec. 10 after a winter storm dropped snow across the Charlotte region. Superintendent Andrew Houlihan said UCPS would monitor conditions through the night and let people know by 7 a.m. the next morning if they planned to cancel all classes. Neighboring school districts decided to cancel classes the night prior. Several social media followers suggested UCPS cancel classes due to slush and the prospect of continued snow. Someone tweeted “Imma fight houlihan,” prompting the district to retweet the comment and implore followers to be respectful in their comments about school leaders.
Officials say storm water entered Grassy Creek These aren't movie props. They are guns, drugs and cash seized during a narcotics investigation. Photo courtesy of the Union County Sheriff's Office
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INDIAN TRAIL – The Extreme Ice Center presents its 13th annual holiday exhibition, “Skate a Gift,” with performances by standout Kaylee Dobson, synchronized skating teams and Special Olympic athletes. The cast of more than 100 participants includes skaters from center's competitive and recreational figure skating programs. They perform at noon, 1:30 and 3 p.m. Dec. 15 at 4705 Indian Trail-Fairview Road. Tickets cost $7 (ages 3 and under get in free). Call 704-882-1830 for details.
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MONROE – The Union County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop Dec. 5 on N.C. 218, resulting in the seizure of nearly one ounce of cocaine, nearly a pound of marijuana, crack cocaine, Ecstasy tablets, a handgun and more than $700. Hoa Phuoc Le, 45, of Charlotte, faces several drug charges.
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MONROE – A narcotics investigation by the Union County Sheriff’s Office and Monroe Police on Dec. 4 resulted in the seizure of cocaine, marijuana, Xanax pills, guns and more than $12,000. Devin Divine Starling, 31, of Monroe, faces numerous drug-related charges. A search warrant was conducted at his home. Officials seized more than 18 grams of cocaine, at least 5,600 Xanax pills, marijuana, five firearms and $7,700. Victor A. Starling Jr., 29, was also at Devin Starling’s home. Victor Starling was not arrested in connection with the drug investigation, but he was placed in jail on a fugitive warrant, pending extradition to New York. Detectives conducted a traffic stop later that day on a vehicle operated by Vance Alexander Starling, 27, of Matthews. A search of his vehicle resulted in the seizure of more than 5,600 Xanax pills, marijuana and at least $4,300. Vance Starling faces several drug-related charges. Narcotics detectives were familiar with Vance Starling as a result of an October drug seizure and arrest, according to the sheriff's office. He was out of jail on bond for that incident.
Register of deeds accepting walk-ins for passports MONROE – The Union County Register of Deeds is accepting walk-ins for passport applications. The passport office operates 8:30 a.m. to noon and 2 to 4 p.m. weekdays in the Union County Government Center, 500 N. Main St., Suite 239. Appointments are accepted, but not required. Call 704-282-0216 to make an appointment. “By offering walk-in acceptance, it will be convenient for everyone,” Register of Deeds Crystal Gilliard said. Union County’s passport office has been open for one year. The office has been audited twice, including in November. “We just received notification and a Certificate of Appreciation recognizing our agents and facility for its perfect score from the audit visit,” Gilliard said. “Training has been very intense, and I am very proud of our passport agents for their efforts in making our office so successful.” Visit www.travel.state.gov for details.
Chase leads to seizure of pills WESLEY CHAPEL – The Union County Sheriff’s Office conducted a narcotics operation Dec. 6 in Wesley Chapel that resulted in a ve-
MONROE – Heavy rains prompted storm water to overflow into the Union County sanitary sewer system from 12:30 to 5:30 p.m. Dec. 9 off Old Fish Road near Unionville. The county estimates 4,500 gallons of wastewater entered Grassy Creek, but the overflow was not of the magnitude to cause immediate danger to human health or the environment. Pipes, pumps and equipment were operating properly prior to the overflow. Contact the Union County Public Works Department at 704-296-4210 for details.
CATS launches rewards program for users CHARLOTTE – Charlotte Area Transit System launched a new rewards program with the CATS commute-tracking platform Way2Go CLT, where users can earn rewards for logging their alternative commutes. Riders who use transit, bike, carpool, vanpool, telecommute or other forms of alternative commuting can earn points to redeem for rewards. To start earning rewards, commuters can sign up at Way2Go CLT and begin logging their commutes using the online dashboard. Commuters can also download the Commute Tracker by Ride Amigos smartphone app for Apple and Android. Each commute equals one point. The more riders commute, the more points are earned to redeem a reward. For example, 10 round trips equal 20 points equal a $5 reward. Users who are new to alternative commuting can use the trip planning function at Way2GoCLT.com to see their options for their trips to work, school or play. The program will end Feb. 28, 2019. Visit https://charlottenc.gov/cats/com muting/Pages/Alternative-Commutes.aspx for details.
YoPhotog aims to makes photography accessible CHARLOTTE – YoPhotog is offering mini-session events in and around Charlotte that are ideal for taking family photos. Its mission is to make professional photography accessible, with simple, affordable pricing and on-location shooting. “Our up-and-coming YoPhotog brand is a spin-off from our traditional studio concept – Portrait Innovations,” Chief Operating Officer Johnny Grosso said. “With YoPhotog, people can put down their smartphones and really be in the moment while an experienced pro captures the fun at any event or occasion, without breaking the bank.” For prices as low as $50 an hour, a professional photographer will shoot an event and provide unlimited hi-res cropped images and an online gallery to share within three business days. Visit www.YoPhotog.com for details.
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November 2018
Editor’s note: Information provided by the Charlotte Regional Realtor Association and www.sales.carolinahome.com
Home Sales ADDRESS
DATE SOLD
SALE PRICE
28079 Alexis Pointe 5901 Autumn Trace Ln. Nov. 8
$168,500
Bent Creek 1003 Banaba Drive
Nov. 16
$270,000
Bonterra 5111 Alysheba Drive 1532 Saratoga Blvd. 1006 Bimelech Drive
Nov. 29 Nov. 20 Nov. 1
$242,500 $320,000 $277,000
Braefield 3409 Southern Ginger Drive Nov. 6
$177,500
Brandon Oaks 4001 Waters Reach Ln. Nov. 30 5514 Whispering Wind Lane Nov. 27 4028 Garden Oak Drive Nov. 13 1002 Dataw Lane Nov. 6 2011 Rosewater Lane Nov. 2 6310 Old Surrey Court Nov. 2
$197,000 $278,000 $355,000 $245,000 $260,000
Brittany Downs 5001 Alexis Drive Nov. 28
$159,000
Colton Ridge 6012 Colton Ridge Dr. Nov. 13 1016 Sandbox Circle Nov. 1
$315,000 $288,000
Cranston Crossing 1002 Rhode Island Ct. Nov. 9
$215,000
Crismark 2004 Cornflower Lane Nov. 9 3007 City Lights Drive Nov. 5 Fieldstone Farm 1012 Yellow Bee Road Nov. 19 1023 Blue Stream Lane Nov. 19 5015 Singletree Lane Nov. 2
$255,000
$233,000 $236,000 $241,500 $294,000 $288,000
Glendalough 1833 Seefin Court Nov. 13 $300,000 1714 Seefin Court Nov. 9 $270,000 1934 Seefin Court Nov. 7 $297,000 Hemby Bridge 5814 Woody Grove Rd. Nov. 28 Holly Park 3007 Council Fire Circle Nov. 28 4002 Holly Park Drive Nov. 26 1091 Shumard Circle Nov. 16
$163,000 $240,000 $250,000 $292,000
ADDRESS
DATE SOLD
SALE PRICE
Hutners Pointe 509 Dovefield Drive Nov. 15
$290,000
Lake Park 3606 Alden St. 7104 Conifer Circle 3922 Etheredge St. 3808 Faith Church Rd. 3601 Ruth St.
$335,000 $264,000 $259,900 $200,549 $320,000
Nov. 30 Nov. 19 Nov. 9 Nov. 6 Nov. 2
Oak Grove 2414 Kings Farm Way Nov. 15
$220,000
Rosemary Park 6806 Kennedy Drive Nov. 13
$185,000
Sheridan 1008 Dunard Court
Nov. 30
$362,000
Taylor Glenn 2000 Corrona Lane Nov. 16
$270,000
Union Grove 3017 Mendenhall St. Nov. 16 2010 Kemp Road Nov. 15 28104 Arbor Oaks 100 Amanda Drive Nov. 27 Blackstone 805 Castlestone Lane Nov. 27 7008 Shadow Rock Court $445,000 Brookhaven 1025 Forbishire Drive 5007 Stanbury Drive
$322,000 $327,460
$475,000 $480,000 Nov. 15
ADDRESS
DATE SOLD
SALE PRICE
Fairhaven 1515 Sunflower Field Place Nov. 16 1217 Mountain Laurel Ct. Nov. 1
$295,000 $247,000
Highgate 7005 Willow Trace Ln. Nov. 15 1012 Clover Crest Lane Nov. 5
$2,000,000 $2,300,000
Hunley Creek 8245 Hunley Ridge Rd. Nov. 13
$241,000
Lake Providence East 716 Providence Oak Ln. Nov. 8
$480,000
Madison Ridge 15041 Middlesborough Drive Nov. 1
$290,000
Olde Blair’s Mill 231 Samuel St. Nov. 30 215 Samuel St. Nov. 29 219 Samuel St. Nov. 20 207 Houston Blair Road Nov. 19
Ladera 1109 Ladera Drive 1119 Ladera Drive 1123 Ladera Drive
Nov. 27 Nov. 26 Nov. 19
$1,116,733 $986,678 $830,000
Lawson 1212 Screech Owl Road Nov. 30 2708 Southern Trace Dr. Nov. 19 1545 Prickly Lane Nov. 16 1112 Periwinkle Drive Nov. 15 1505 Deer Meadows Dr. Nov. 14 2140 Ashley River Road Nov. 14 1228 Toteros Drive Nov. 13 1520 Prickly Lane Nov. 9 1800 Grafling Court Nov. 9 2517 Southern Trace Dr. Nov. 1
$346,000 $360,000 $565,000 $369,000 $312,000 $307,000 $475,000 $580,000 $445,000 $297,000
$310,000 $348,819 $312,400 $367,294
Longview 407 Montrose Drive
Nov. 19
$965,000
Pleasant Plains 2004 Cantrell Court Nov. 16 1115 Privett Park Place Nov. 7
Marvin Creek 609 Running Horse Ln. Nov. 15
$712,000
$340,000 $338,635
Potters Trace 801 Circle Trace Road Nov. 20
$340,000
Savannah Hills Estates 3505 Cameron Creek Dr. Nov. 9
$379,999
Millbridge 7025 Hamilton Mill Dr. Nov. 30 7031 Hamilton Mill Dr. Nov. 29 3221 Bridgewick Road Nov. 29 2025 Hamilton Mill Dr. Nov. 28 2392 Creekview Drive Nov. 28 1018 Easley St. Nov. 28 7013 Hamilton Mill Dr. Nov. 28 1012 Easley St. Nov. 27 2013 Hudson Mill Drive Nov. 27 1013 Hudson Mill Drive Nov. 26 4021 Lily Pond Circle Nov. 26 1004 Brunswick Way Nov. 20 1025 Brunswick Way Nov. 16 6000 Fallondale Road Nov. 16 4008 Petersburg Drive Nov. 16 2007 Hudson Mill Drive Nov. 14 1024 Easley St. Nov. 13 4004 Petersburg Drive Nov. 9 5045 Oakmere Road Nov. 2
$318,990 $343,696 $324,900 $317,000 $435,000 $308,000 $343,571 $308,000 $391,000 $375,000 $309,990 $409,900 $400,540 $312,000 $449,950 $353,864 $302,365 $446,618 $330,120
New Towne Village 1217 Brionne Court Nov. 14 1404 Skyler Drive Nov. 2
$375,000 $282,000
Oak Grove Estates 5119 Oak Grove Place Nov. 30
$507,500
Oldstone Forest 6008 Stonepath Lane Nov. 19
$370,000
Park Providence 2200 Coltsgate Road Nov. 15
$320,000
Providence Downs 9028 Unbridle Lane Nov. 27
$675,000 $459,000
Shannamara 5386 Shannamara Drive Nov. 9 $359,900
Cherokee Woods 15219 Pawnee Trail Nov. 15
$165,000
Stalligns Park 306 Smith Circle Nov. 30
$275,000
Chestnut Oaks 1201 Saint Johns Ave. Nov. 26
$330,000
Chestnut Place 5051 Stonehill Lane Nov. 30
Sterling Manor 319 Nouvelle Drive Nov. 26 402 Nouvelle Drive Nov. 23
$310,000 $339,634
$330,000
Stevens Mill 1236 Millwright Lane
$336,620
Nov. 9
Fairfield Plantation 100 Greenway Drive Nov. 20
SALE PRICE
$870,000
$500,000 $749,900
Eaglecrest 124 Eaglecrest Drive
DATE SOLD
Kingsmead 9300 Clerkenwell Drive Nov. 20
Nov. 30 Nov. 9
Cobblestone 7209 Cobblecreek Drive Nov. 16 $410,000
ADDRESS
Nov. 29
The Courtyards at Emerald Lake 1163 Avalon Place Nov. 14 $322,500
$372,500
The Courtyards at Weddington Road 1007 Quincy Hollow Dr. Nov. 13 $359,000
$205,000
The Falls at Weddington 133 Eden Hollow Lane Nov. 2 $683,529 Vintage Creek 601 Vintage Creek Dr. Nov. 21 312 Vintage Creek Drive Nov. 5
$590,000 $679,999
Walden Austin Village 2022 Laney Pond Road Nov. 19 3016 Laney Pond Road Nov. 1
$397,000 $395,613
Providence Glen 7809 Montane Run Ct. Nov. 30
Weddington Heritage 3076 Ancestry Circle Nov. 29
$476,000
Providence Road Estates 3315 Banyan Way Nov. 6 $625,000 3502 Sandalwood Lane Nov. 1 $875,000
Willowbrook 2810 Bent Oak Drive Nov. 20 $285,000 Willow Brookhaven 2720 Bent Oak Drive Nov. 2 28173 Anklin Forrest 8708 Anklin Forrest Dr. Nov. 1 Briarcrest 1714 Laurel Hill Drive
Nov. 15
Nov. 5
$646,802
Steeple Chase 212 Steeple Chase Circle Nov. 7
$630,000
$427,500
Stonegate 1215 Applegate Pkwy. Nov. 29
$380,000
$354,000
Summerhill Estates 8027 Hillanby Court Nov. 14
$168,000
The Chimneys of Marvin 10307 Waxhaw Manor Dr. Nov. 28 2404 Balthazar Way Nov. 14
$606,000 $605,000
$340,000
Brookmeade 1005 Brookmeade Dr. Nov. 27 709 Brookmeade Drive Nov. 15 700 Brookmeade Drive Nov. 14 600 Brookmeade Drive Nov. 8
$588,217 $452,805 $495,770 $503,827
Camberley 2206 Golden Larch Ln. Nov. 2
$280,000
Champion Forest 1334 Waynewood Drive Nov. 28
$508,500
Cortana 1949 Napa Valley Drive Nov. 29 1933 Napa Valley Drive Nov. 15 2013 Arezzo Court Nov. 7
$322,159 $330,000 $329,000
Crow Creek Acres 6115 Davis Road Nov. 2
$240,000
Cureton 2806 Mcpherson St. Nov. 9 8029 Whitehawk Hill Rd. Nov. 1
$699,000 $327,000
Greenbrier 1307 Brooksland Place Nov. 9
$346,850
Harrison Park 2028 Beckwith Lane Nov. 13
$157,500
Hazel Ridge 2136 Darian Way
Nov. 9
$347,000
Heathwood 4827 Rockwood Drive Nov. 5
$395,000
Highclere 140 Highclere Drive
$735,000
Nov. 9
Rosecliff 1179 Rosecliff Drive
The Courtyards at Wesley Chapel 1616 Traditions Court Nov. 23 $361,795 2014 Wesley Landing Road Nov. 21 $402,710 1714 Wesley Landing Road Nov. 15 $470,175 1702 Wesley Landing Road Nov. 9 $361,730 The Gates at Ansley 1009 Giacomo Drive Nov. 16
$906,034
The Glen at Wesley Oaks 6700 Wesley Glen Dr. Nov. 19 $449,900 The Reserve 10016 King George Ln. Nov. 13
$370,000
Triple C Mini Ranches 9308 Mcelroy Road Nov. 30
$372,200
Tuscany 2423 Madeira Circle 1914 Madeira Circle
$445,000 $330,000
Nov. 30 Nov. 5
Waxhaw Forest 4703 Redtail Hawk Dr. Nov. 16
$144,140
Weddington Chase 2204 Highland Forest Dr. Nov. 1
$718,000
Wesley Oaks 703 Palmerston Lane Nov. 29 6506 Blackwood Lane Nov. 19 6611 Blackwood Lane Nov. 19
$449,600 $289,900 $255,000
Hunter Oaks 8604 Samantha Court Nov. 27
$540,000
Innisbrook at Firethorne 409 Wingfoot Drive Nov. 2
Wesley Springs 1105 Woodwinds Drive Nov. 21
$273,000
$885,000
Wildwood Estates 358 Windmill Lane Nov. 9
$1,115,000
Willow Creek 8405 Royster Run Nov. 15
$329,000
Woodhall 3015 Cowhorn Branch Ct. Nov. 30
$1,285,000
Wyndham Hall 533 Wyndham Lane Nov. 9
$710,000
Inverness on Providence 128 Somerled Way Nov. 26 $505,000 Kensington Park 415 Kensington Park Way Nov. 30 403 Kensington Park Way Nov. 16 Kensington Place 813 Garrison Grove Ln. Nov. 26
$430,000 $409,999 $405,000
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Sports
Pirates season comes to an end after slow start by Andrew Stark andrew@cmgweekly.com
INDIAN TRAIL – Porter Ridge couldn’t overcome a sluggish start and fell 32-14 to unbeaten East Forsyth in the 4-A Western Regional finals on Dec. 7. The Pirates first possession resulted in minus-10 yards in three plays, but the Pirate defense held tall, stopping the East Forsyth offense on downs deep in Porter Ridge territory. However, with the ball on their 2-yard line, the Pirates were smothered into a safety. East Forsyth would add a score to go up 9-0, but after Porter Ridge punted for a second time they had gained minus-14 yards total on their first three possessions. After the Pirate defense held again, East Forsyth’s Khalid Martin rumbled 73 yards on a fake punt to get the Eagles up, 16-0. East Forsyth would add a field goal for a 19-0 lead before Porter Ridge quarterback Grayson McCall got the Pirates on the board with a 8-yard rushing touchdown. With five minutes to go in the third quarter, Porter Ridge backup running back Brandon Perry got the Pirates to within 19-14 after a 13-yard rushing score closed the gap, but East Forsyth would regain all of the lost momentum by returning the ensuing kickoff for a touchdown and then add another late score for the final margin.
With star running back Jaylen Coleman (nine carries, 22 yards) limited and backup Malcolm Hines unable to play due to injury, Perry ran well, gaining 85 yards on 11 carries. McCall ran 13 times for 57 yards, but was 2-for-3 for three yards and an interception through the air as East Forsyth crowded the box and limited the depleted Pirate run game to 210 yards on 42 carries while the Eagles scored three rushing touchdowns, ran for 288 yards and passed for over 100 on the night. The loss stops Porter Ridge just one win shy of returning to the state finals for the third time in program history. The 10 wins are also the most for the Pirates since 2012, their last trip to the finals. The Pirates will lose 19 seniors including Coleman, the Duke commit who was named the Southwestern 4A’s Offensive Player of the Year, and Jared Wheatley, the conference’s Special Teams Player of the Year. Also gone are Coastal Carolina commit McCall and Hines along with all-conference selections Cole Cimino, Will McDonald and Chase Hagler on the offensive line and Sam Beeman at tight end among others. However, all-conference picks Davidson Carroll (junior defensive end) and Dylan Burdette (junior linebacker) will return to help lead the Pirates in 2019.
Sun Valley quarterback Sam Howell was recently named the N.C. Gatorade Player of the Year after another dominant season places him among the state’s best-ever signal callers. Photo courtesy of Sun Valley athletics
Howell named N.C. Gatorade POY by Andrew Stark andrew@cmgweekly.com
INDIAN TRAIL – Sun Valley quarterback Sam Howell can add another accomplishment to his ever-growing list of accolades. He was recently named the 2018 North Carolina Gatorade Football Player of the Year. Howell becomes the first Sun Valley athlete to win the award in any sport after leading the Spartans to a 10-3 record and to the second round of the playoffs this season. During his senior season, Howell completed 179-of-299 passes for 3,240 yards and 36 touchdowns against just eight interceptions. A true dual threat, Howell also led Sun Valley with 175 carries for 1,392 yards (8.0 yards per rush) and 17 touchdowns and ran for more than 100 yards in six games this season. A three-time all-state selection,
Howell has twice been selected Southern Carolina Conference Player of the Year and before this season was chosen to play in the 2019 U.S. Army All-American Bowl. “Sam Howell is the real deal,” Porter Ridge coach Michael Hertz said. “He’s as good as any high school quarterback I’ve seen, and I’ve been coaching for 20-plus years. He’s incredibly accurate and he can make all the throws. And the thing that makes him so difficult to defend is that he is a truck running the ball.” The award recognizes not only outstanding athletic excellence but also high standards of academic achievement and exemplary character demonstrated on and off the field. In addition to maintaining a 4.09 GPA in the classroom, Howell volunteers at a local homeless shelter, various youth sports programs and for an elementary school reading initiative.
With the N.C. Gatorade award, Howell will be eligible for a $1,000 grant to a local or national youth sports charity and will be in the mix for the National Player of the Year ,which will be announced later this winter. Howell, who was also an all-state baseball player last spring, finishes his career with some gaudy numbers that rank among the state’s all-time greats. According to the NCHSAA football record book, Howell is first in total career yardage with 16,815, edging East Lincoln’s Chazz Surratt by just over 200 yards. He’s also second in career passing yardage (13,355), third in touchdown responsibility (213) and fourth in most touchdown passes (144). Howell is also third in state history in career pass attempts (1,343) and ran for 3,621 while averaging 6.5 yards per rush during his career.
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7.1 — Warrior running back Will Shipley is averaging 7.1 yards a carry 10.4 — Southeast is holding opponents to 10.4 points a game 11 — Southeast has won its last 11 games
BY THE NUMBERS 3 — Weddington is in the title game for the third time, winning the championship in 2016 8— The Warriors are giving up just 8 points a game in the playoffs
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Capone, who was elevated to offensive coordinator at Weddington following the school’s title win, was named the Warriors’ head coach back in January, and he has the Warriors also at 14-1 heading into the title game. “Coach Tinsley is a very good coach, and he has done a great job there,” Capone said. “They fly to the football, they are aggressive and they are physical. We have our work cut out for us, but that is what you expect in a state championship game.” Weddington has several seniors, including Max Brimigion, James Shipley and Eamon Murphy, who played keys roles on the 2016 state championship team. Capone said that experience is invaluable. “It’s very important to have that experience because you are playing in a bigger stadium and you can get star-struck,” Capone said. “Our kids have been there. I don’t think it is going to bother us. But we have to show up and take care of business on the field. Southeast senior Ryan Douglas keys the Falcons’ offense at quarterback. The 6-foot-1, 200-pound signal caller has rushed for 855 yards, and he has completed 154-of-276 passes for 2,178 yards. “They have a dual-threat quarterback that does a good job and they have run him a lot more in the playoffs,” Capone said. “That is something we have to defend.” Sophomore running back Jalen Fairley (5-6, 155) has rushed 183 times for 1,133 yards and 15 touchdowns. Eight different Southeast players have at least 100 yards receiving on the season with sophomore Tyler Hof leading the way with 17 catches
for 425 yards and four touchdowns. “They have some good, young skill players,” Capone said. “(Fairley) is a smaller kid, but he is a tough runner. He is very slippery, and he is quick in and out of his cuts. He has explosive speed but he also does a good job of running inside the tackles. You just can’t focus on one person. We have to be solid in the secondary and we have to be solid and put pressure on their quarterback.” Weddington advanced to the championship game after beating Mount Tabor 45-12 in the Western Regional Finals on Dec. 7. The Warriors scored on their first five possessions of the game and never looked back. Running back Wayne Dixie rushed nine times for 91 yards and three touchdowns. Dixie had scoring runs of 42, 10 and 17 yards for the Warriors. Sophomore Will Shipley carried the football 18 times for 82 yards and one score. Shipley also tossed a two-yard touchdown pass to his older brother, James Shipley, and he had an interception and a key sack on the defensive side of the football. Weddington quarterback Whitmer Litton was 13-of-18 passing for 144 yards and one touchdown. James Shipley had seven catches for 60 yards and a touchdown against Mount Tabor. “It was huge coming out of the gate like that,” Capone said. “The offense was clicking and we were moving the ball consistently.” Weddington’s only loss is a 20-0 setback to Charlotte Catholic. The Warriors will enter Friday’s game on an eight-game winning streak. “The way responded after Catholic, I knew we had a special team,” Capone said. “We took care of business week-in and week-out after Catholic.”
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Aguilar-Capote. Parkwood High School sophomore Juan Rivera was part of the Tigers team that won a design award and first-place in the elimination tournament. He said the competition is intense. “We started by designing it and then our teacher taught us how to build the gearbox,” Rivera said. “Then we designed a shooter for the ball because that is one of the main things that it does. This design took us a week to build. It’s pretty intense out there competing.” Gabriel Oprea, advisor to the Parkwood teams, said his students put in a lot of work preparing for the tournament. “Some of them spent several weeks preparing for this,” Oprea said. “We have 10 students. What the students get out of this is enormous. It is like engineering 101. Robots are the future. It is unavoidable.” What is Career Readiness? The Career Readiness Department – or Career and Technical Education – works to provide education that is focused on teaching technical and high-level problem-solving skills through real-world applications in all of the different program areas. Students have many opportunities in different pathways that will help prepare them for life after high school whether it be at a four-year university, a two-year community or technical college, straight into a career or some combination. In many courses, students also have opportunities to receive industry recognized certifications. Events are also held for students to showcase their talents in such areas as the Robotics Classic, STEM Events, a culinary competition and a film festival.
Sixty teams from Union County competed in the Robotics Classic. Paul Nielsen/UCW photo
High School Division •Excellence Award (Overall Winner) - Wasted Potential - Piedmont High School •Design Award - Tiger - Parkwood High School • Skills Awards 1st Place - Wasted Potential Piedmont High School 2nd Place - Narwhals - Forest Hills High School 3rd Place - Techno Warriorz Weddington High School • Qualification Awards 1st Place - Wasted Potential Piedmont High School 2nd Place - Narwhals - Forest Hills High School 3rd Place - Decepticons - Forest Hills High School • Elimination (Tournament) Awards 1st Place - Decepticons - Forest Hills High School and Tiger - Parkwood High School 2nd Place - Wasted Potential Piedmont High School and Large Bobby Tables - Union County Early College 3rd Place - Z06 - Central Academy of Technology and Arts and That’s So Ratchet - Union County Early College Middle School Division •Excellence Award (Overall Winner)- Tracer - East Union Middle School •Design Award - Tracer - East Union Middle School •Skills Awards 1st Place - Tracer - East Union Middle School 2nd Place - Spartans - Weddington Middle School 3rd Place - Clemson Claw - Piedmont Middle School •Qualification Awards 1st Place - Seige - Parkwood Middle School 2nd Place - Tracer - East Union Middle School 3rd Place - Bull Bots - Parkwood Middle School •Elimination (Tournament) Awards 1st Place - Seige - Parkwood Middle School and Jolly Roger - Porter Ridge Middle School 2nd Place - Bull Bots - Parkwood Middle School and Wolf Sharks Parkwood Middle School 3rd Place - Tracer - East Union Middle School and Flaring Rockets Weddington Middle School
CRIME SCENE The Union County Sheriff's Office reported incidents Nov. 30 to Dec. 6:
Fairview Theft • 7600 block of Concord Highway
Indian Trail Animal Call Bite • 2000 block of Clover Hill Road Break-Ins, Vehicles • 3500 block of Brooktree Lane • 5600 block of Cannon Drive Disorderly Conduct in Public Building • 2800 block of Ridge Road (3 cases) Harassing Phone Call • 3000 block of Alice Flagg Lane Interference with Electric/ Gas/Water Meters • 2800 block of Matoka Trail Littering • 2000 block of Sardis Drive
Possession of Marijuana • 14200 block of East Independence Boulevard Robbery With a Dangerous Weapon • 4700 block of Titus Court Theft • 2100 block of Younts Road (4 cases) • 3800 block of Matthews-Indian Trail Road • 5700 block of West U.S. 74 • 5800 block of West U.S. 74 • 6500 block of Old Monroe Road Theft By Employee • 6700 block of Old Monroe Road Theft, Firearm • 1000 block of Little Rock Court Underage Alcohol Consumption • 2800 block of Ridge Road Vandalism • 3000 block of Secret Garden Court Weapon on School Property • 2800 block of Ridge Road
Lake Park Vandalism • 3800 block of Lake Park Road • 4000 block of Logan Circle
Marshville Credit Card Fraud • 3500 block of Ansonville Road Possession of Marijuana • 6000 block of West Marshville Boulevard Unauthorized Use of Vehicle • 1500 block of Hasty Road
Marvin Animal Call Bite • 1800 block of Hickory Ridge Road Break-Ins • 2000 block of Rocky Hollow Drive
Monroe Break-Ins • 100 block of Kathy Street
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Injury to Trees/Crops/ Lands • 600 block of Creekridge Drive Obtaining Property By False Pretenses • 1000 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 1600 block of West Franklin Street • 2100 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 4100 block of West U.S. 74 Possession of Cocaine • North Rocky River Road • 400 block of King Street • 2100 block of Balting Glass Drive Possession of Controlled Substances • 100 block of West Franklin Street • 400 block of East Houston Street • 800 block of North Charlotte Avenue Possession of Drug Paraphernalia • 400 block of East Franklin Street • 600 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 1700 block of Dickerson Boulevard • 4500 block of Weddington Road Possession of Marijuana • 2500 block of Woodbrook Lane Possession/Receive Stolen Vehicle • 100 block of IB Shive Drive Possession of Weapon on School Property • 600 block of Brewer Drive Property Damage • 100 block of Winchester Avenue • 400 block of Alda Drive • 700 block of Gladedale Lane • 900 block of Circle Drive • 1000 block of Griffith Road • 1000 block of Salem Church Road • 1300 block of New Town Road • 2500 block of Riverside Lane • 3100 block of Plyler Mill Road • 3300 block of Presson Road • 5300 block of Meadowland Parkway Trespassing • 1800 block of North Charlotte Avenue
• 7900 block of Landsford Road Theft • 300 block of East Jefferson Street • 500 block of Galesburg Drive • 1100 block of Burke Street • 1100 block of Wind Chime Court • 1700 block of Concord Avenue • 2100 block of Balting Glass Drive • 2100 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 2400 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 2500 block of Old Charlotte Highway • 3000 block of Old Charlotte Highway • 7700 block of South Rocky River Road Theft, Vehicles • 300 block of Holton Drive • 300 block of Venus Street • 1800 block of Lexington Avenue • 3000 block of West U.S. 74
Stallings Animal Call Bite • 1100 block of Drummon Lane
Waxhaw Alcohol on School Property • 1400 block of Cuthbertson Road Animal Call Bite • 300 block of Montrose Drive Property Damage • 500 block of Pembroke Lane • 5600 block of South Potter Road
Weddington Break-Ins • 3800 block of Fox Run Road Driving While Impaired • 3600 block of Beulah Church Road Obtaining Property By False Pretenses • 4000 block of Blossom Hell Drive Thefts • 2000 block of Beulah Oaks Way
Wesley Chapel Break-Ins, Vehicle • 6000 block of Leeds Court
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Hospital ensures happy holiday for hundreds MONROE – Atrium Health and its teammates at Carolinas HealthCare System Union recently donated nearly 500 bikes to the Union County Christmas Bureau. Carolinas HealthCare System Union has been collecting donations and bikes for nearly 10 years to donate to the charity. The company increases its donations each year thanks to generous givers. “It’s an amazing feeling to help a family who may not be able to provide a bike for their child on Christmas morning,” said Holli Breeden, human resource manager with Atrium Health in Union County. “I’ve taken part for eight years and it’s
hard to put into words what it means to come together as a team and make an impact on our community here in Union County.” The Union County Christmas Bureau has been helping low-income families since 1983. It is located in the former Sears store within Monroe Crossings Mall, 2115 W. Roosevelt Blvd, Suite 200. Drop off donations between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturdays through Christmas. Call 704-296-4312 for details about sponsoring children. Photos courtesy of Atrium Health
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COMING SOON Theaters • Dec. 19: Mary Poppins Returns • Dec. 21: Aquaman • Dec. 21: Bumblebee • Dec. 21: Second Act • Dec. 21: Welcome to Marwen • Dec. 21: Zero • Dec. 25: Holmes and Watson • Dec. 25: Vice • Dec. 25: Destroyer • Dec. 25: On the Basis of Sex • Dec. 28: Stain & Ollie
Redbox • Dec. 18: A Simple Favor • Dec. 18: Air Strike • Dec. 18: Assassination Nation • Dec. 18: Fahrenheit 11/9 • Dec. 18: The House With a Clock in its Walls • Dec. 18: The Super • Dec. 18: Venom • Dec. 24: Galveston • Dec. 24: River Runs Read • Dec. 24: The Farm • Dec. 24: Welcome Home • Dec. 25: The Predator • Dec. 25: White Boy Rick • Jan. 1: Bayou Caviar • Jan. 1: High Voltage • Jan. 1: Inferno: Skyscraper Escape • Jan. 1: Night School
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Hulu • Dec. 15: Along Came the Devil (2018) • Dec. 15: Boys and Girls (2000) • Dec. 15: Fortress (2012) • Dec. 15: Life of Crime (2013) • Dec. 15: Smoke Signals (1998) • Dec. 15: Snow Queen: Fire and Ice (2016) • Dec. 16: Amy Winehouse: A Final Goodbye (2011) • Dec. 16: Michael Jackson: Life, Death and Legacy (2012) • Dec. 17: Damsel (2018) • Dec. 18: The Gardener (2018) • Dec. 18: Winter Ridge (2018) • Dec. 19: The Killing (Seasons 1-4) • Dec. 19: The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills (Season 8) • Dec. 19: A Most Wanted Man (2014) • Dec. 19: His and Her Christmas (2005) • Dec. 20: Disorder (2016) • Dec. 20: Food, Inc (2008) • Dec. 20: Skate Kitchen (2018) • Dec. 21: Marvel’s Runaways (Season 2) • Dec. 22: The Devils Doorway (2018) • Dec. 23: The Detour (Season 3) • Dec. 24: Mighty Magiswords (Season 2A) • Dec. 25: Mr. Pickles (Season 3) • Dec. 25: An American in Texas (2018) • Dec. 25: Iron Man 2 (2010) • Dec. 27: Cardcaptor Sakura: Clear Card (Season 1) • Dec. 27: Breakfast at Tiffany’s (1961) • Dec. 29: OK K.O. Let’s Be Heroes! (Season 2A) • Dec. 29: Eating Animals (2018) • Dec. 29: Far From the Tree (2018) • Dec. 30: The Lovers (2015) • Dec. 31: The Crooked Somebody (2017)
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The Christmas Chronicles Released: 2018 on Netflix Cast: Kurt Russell, Darby Camp and Judah Lewis Synopsis: After accidentally crashing Santa’s sleigh, a brother and sister pull an all-nighter to save Christmas with a savvy, straight-talking St. Nick (Kurt Russell). It’s a funny and unique take on a common storyline.
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Perhaps you missed the epic Christmas tree lighting or didn’t register early enough for Breakfast with Santa. Or maybe you’re trying to squeeze as much Christmas cheer from the reindeer utter as possible. Here’s a few ideas for last-minute ways you can celebrate Christmas with your family and friends. Go to a one-stop shop Carowinds could be described as the Target or Walmart of holiday fun. Whether you’re looking for holiday-themed treats, experiences, shopping or entertainment, Winterfest has it all. After visiting the North Pole Post Office, you can snack on Mrs. Claus’s Cookies or something from Blitzen’s Fixin’s before stopping by Tinker’s Toy Factory. And yes, there’s a heavy Peanuts presence thanks to the Charlie Brown’s Christmas Town feature. Winterfest hours include 5 to 10 p.m. Sundays through Fridays and 2 to 10 p.m. Saturdays. It’s closed on Dec. 24 and 25. Fall on your behind a few times People say they want a white Christmas, but be careful what you wish for! The last thing we need is a tree to fall on some power lines and hear the kids complain about not being able to get online. Expose them to a white Christmas in spurts by visiting outdoor ice skating rinks. There’s the Holiday on Ice rink at the NASCAR Hall of Fame Plaza and the Winter Wonderland at SouthPark Mall’s Symphony Park. Winter Wonderland features a 142-foot ice-skating rink, as well as
Santa’s Pub and adult bounce house. Check it out 3 p.m. Monday through Friday and at 11 a.m. on the weekends. Hours change to 11 a.m. daily from Dec. 17 to Jan. 7. Visit www.winterwonderlandsouthpark. com for pricing. Visit Santa at a mall There’s nothing like catching an early morning matinee of the 2003 Billy Bob Thornton holiday classic “Bad Santa” and then hauling the kids to SouthPark and Monroe Crossing malls for photos. Your children will see you smiling as they whisper into Santa’s ear, but they won’t realize you’ll be thinking about the brand of scotch the jolly one drinks when he goes off the clock. SouthPark hours include 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Dec. 14 to 16, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Dec. 17 to 22, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Dec. 23 and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dec. 24. Monroe Crossing hours include 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. weekdays, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturdays, 12 to 6 p.m. Sundays and 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 24. Give them a show It’s fun to show kids the classic holiday movies that you grew up watching like “Rudolph the RedNosed Reindeer,” “Frosty the Snowman” and “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” You can take that to the next level by showing them that Charlie Brown flick and then taking them to see the Peanuts gang in person! “A Charlie Brown Christmas” will be held at Ovens Auditorium in Charlotte at 2 and 7 p.m. Dec. 16. Tickets are available at Ticketmaster. Wear an ugly sweater The one-upmanship of wearing
the most creative costume doesn’t have to end at Halloween. Build consensus among everyone in the office by agreeing to wear their ugliest Christmas sweaters on the day of your holiday party or choose a night for you and the squad to don their sleigh apparel. Several area restaurants and bars are holding Ugly Christmas sweater promotions, including Pour 64 in Mint Hill (6 to 11 p.m. Dec. 15), The Trail House in Indian Trail (9:30 p.m. Dec. 15) and East Coast Wings + Grill in Monroe (11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Dec. 18). Tour gingerbread houses Explore the intricacies of culinary-based architecture by taking the family to The Ballantyne Hotel or Matthews Chamber of Commerce for their respective gingerbread house competitions. Both venues will display the cre-
ations during regular business hours. At The Ballantyne, attendees may vote on their favorite entries with $1 minimum donation per vote. Proceeds will benefit Levine Children’s Hospital. Attend a storytime It never hurts to read a book to a baby, toddler or older kiddo, but some adults are just plain lousy at talking in different characters’ voices or communicating in an expressive way that keeps kids engaged. So take them to the nearby library branch for a storytime. There are branches in south Charlotte, Matthews, Mint Hill, Indian Trail, Waxhaw and Monroe. Barnes & Noble offers storytimes at its Arboretum, Morrison Place and Carolina Place Mall locations. There’s no guarantee these places will focus storytimes from here until Dec. 25 on Christmas, but there’s a good chance.
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Discovery Place Science will offer a full schedule of activities, including: • Winter Wonder Bugs: Discovery Place Science will celebrate bugs Dec. 20 to Jan. 2 with hands-on activities, a Bug Bistro to get the flavor of bugs, bug-inspired ornament-making and a Bug Bar where local experts will answer questions. • Arthropod Day: April 27 is the big bug bonanza, featuring entomologists from across the region. Guests can place their bets (for bragging rights) on cockroach and caterpillar races, get close to insects and compete in a bug-eating competition. Special activities and demonstrations will be featured daily, including Robo Roaches (control cockroaches using circuits) and butterfly masks (make a craft to take home). Want to go? Bug Lab will be on display through May 5. Tickets cost $20 for adults, $16 for children (2 to 3) and $18 for seniors (60 and older). Visit www.discoveryplacescience.org for details.
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Crocheting through life's loops High Cotton serves not only a business for Chandra Hill, but also an escape by Lee Noles Contributor
MONROE – Among Chandra Hill’s fondest memories as a child were the summer days spent in the countryside of Union County learning the art of crochet from her grandmother. The hold-and-hook style Lula Mae Horne taught her granddaughter still resonates with Hill. The chain stitches and proper edging she meticulously practiced on those lazy summer afternoons also remain. “We would just sit and have so much fun,” Hill said. “They were great memories.” Memories, but more importantly, lessons Hill learned, which prepared her for the ups and downs she would encounter throughout much of her life. They lifted her through a divorce, guided her graduation from a prestigious fashion institute and supported her after the devastating loss of one of her children. The crochet lessons also gave Hill the confidence to start her own business. High Cotton began more than a year ago with the idea of supplying hand-made items derived from all-natural materials. The business also brings full circle the passion for crocheting, which started at her grandmother’s home. “It’s a very peaceful time,” Hill said when she crochets. “I have even heard it’s a mediation time. You are able to create something beautiful and give it to someone else.” Crocheting allowed Hill an escape after a traumatic experience in 2016, when her daughter, Jaynie Williams, developed pneumonia following complications after a routine surgery. She remained in the hospital for several weeks before passing away at 27 years old. The only comfort Hill found was in her crocheting. She began doing it as a hobby shortly after her divorce, but the detailed rhythm of the needle and yarn moving through loops became therapeutic following her daughter’s death. “I think in the evening it keeps your mind occupied,” Hill said. “To put your thoughts or your sad thoughts into something creative became something I think was very important to me.” The first piece she made was for a friend who was constantly there for the family when her daughter was in the hospital. Hill called it an ‘I love you’ blanket after Williams learned sign language and always
signed the words to her family and friends. Now filled with inspiration, Hill’s work became more prolific. She made hats, scarves, ponchos and cardigans from material that people with allergies could wear because of the natural fibers Hill uses from cotton and alpacas. She began to display her items at the farmer’s market in Monroe, where she met Kay and Matt Klaren. The couple were looking for local artists to show their work at their newly opened 47K Marketplace in downtown Monroe. Hill jumped at the opportunity, and High Cotton started. One reason for the name choice was a tip of the hat to her family, who picked cotton in the fields around Union County for generations. Another was a symbolic meaning of the difficult process cotton has to go through to create clothes for people. Hill said a cotton gin pulls and stretches the fiber, but still the cotton comes out stronger than before. It was then she made a connection to her own life and the difficulties she has gone through. “You might go through some things and you got to keep trudging through it,” Hill said of comparing life’s struggles to the cotton going through a gin. “You know why, because that is life.” The other inspiration in the company’s name were the trips she made to Manhattan, N.Y. Hill began crocheting again, but she wanted to teach others the way her grandmother taught her. She enrolled in classes at the famous Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, where Calvin Klein is part of the alumni. Hill completed assignments at home in Monroe before presenting her work in New York in front of professors. After six months, her certification allowed her to instruct classes on crocheting, which she now teaches from her home. “You had a lot to complete, and you have that one chance.” Hill said of impressing the professors. “I worked a lot on the teaching part … It went really well. I had the information and I felt prepared. “ Out of all the items Hill has created, a ceramic bird embedded in a necklace holds the most importance. Hill said the story behind the jewelry was her daughter loved blue birds so much, they nicknamed her Jay Bird. Hill said during the spring after her daughter’s death, she would come home from work and find a blue bird sitting in the
Chandra Hill uses crocheting lessons her grandmother taught her with her company, High Cotton. Not only does she make items to sell, but she also teaches classes on crocheting from her home. Lee Noles/UCW photo
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Crocheting helps Chandra Hill cope with life’s curve balls, which have ranged from a divorce to the death of a child. Lee Noles/UCW photo
backyard. Hill fed and gave it water. When the bird returned at the same time every day that spring, Hill knew it was a sign. “That bird meant a lot to her,” Hill said
of her daughter’s passion for bluebirds. “So I made that necklace with that ceramic bird on the ending, and all I can think about is her when I see that necklace.”
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Dec. 15 Farmers Market The Waxhaw Farmers Market offers homegrown foods and treats at the corner of Price and North Church streets in Waxhaw. Visit www.waxhawfarmers market.org for details. 9 a.m. to noon; 208 N. Church St., Waxhaw Sip N Shop Edible Arrangements provides hot chocolate at a Sip & Shop event. Call 704-6358761 for details. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 3306 U.S. 74 W., Monroe Book Signing Author Robert Bartlett signs books at The Book Lady. Call 704-282-0646 for details. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; 3513 W. U.S. 74, Monroe Holiday Expo Zetas of Monroe present the 2018 Holiday Expo at the Union County Agricultural Center. Admission is free. Email zetasofmonroe@gmail. com for details. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.; 3230 Presson Road, Monroe Remember Veterans The Town of Waxhaw participates in Wreaths Across America by laying wreaths on veterans grave sites at the Waxhaw Southside Cemetery.
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Polar Express Families are welcome to enjoy crafts, hot chocolate and a visit from Santa at Monroe Library's Polar Express. Get tickets at the children's department or at the door. Call 704-283-8184 for details. 2 p.m.; 316 E. Windsor St., Monroe Grinchmas Celebrate Grinchmas at Union West Regional Library with a screening of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” Call 704-821-7475 for details. 2 p.m.; 123 Unionville-Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail Christmas Wines Grapes Wine Bar & Bistro holds its Wines of Christmas event, with a musical performance by Mike Ramsey. Reservations are required. Call 704-635-8319 for details. 6:30 p.m.; 6461 Old Monroe Road, Indian Trail Ugly Sweater The Trail House holds an Ugly Sweater Party with first
Dec. 17 Computer Classes The Waxhaw Branch Library offers technology tutoring. Appointments are required. Call 704-843-3131 for details. 3 to 5 p.m.; 509 S. Providence St., Waxhaw LEGO Maze Lois Morgan Edwards Memorial Library's LEGO club will create a marble maze. The club is for children. Call 704-624-2828 for details. Call 704-624-2828 for details. 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.; 414 Hasty St., Marshville Team Trivia Hickory Tavern holds Team Trivia on Mondays at its Sun Valley location. Call 704-2389111 for details. 7 p.m.; 6455 Old Monroe Road, Indian Trail Pub Poker Growler USA hosts Pub Poker with drink specials. Get free tickets at www. eventbrite.com. Call 704-4949445 for details.
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Dec. 18 Computer Classes The Monroe Library offers Excel Fundamentals. Call 704-283-8184, ext. 5222 or 5229 for details. 10 a.m. to noon; 316 E. Windsor St., Monroe Ugly Sweater East Coast Wings + Grill throws a Christmas Sweater Party. Those wearing ugly sweaters get free wings with their entree. Call 704-2894144 for details. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.; 5140 Old Charlotte Hwy., Monroe Paws Awhile Children, ages 2 to 12, read to Murray, a therapy dog, to boost their literacy skills. Call 704-624-2828 for details. 4 to 5 p.m.; 414 Hasty St., Marshville Book Club Union West Regional Library's book club discusses “Still Me” by Jojo Moyes. Call 704-821-7475 for details. 5:30 p.m.; 123 Unionville-Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail Music Bingo Top Shelf Trivia brings Music Bingo to The DreamChaser's Brewery. Call 704-8437326 for details. 7 to 9 p.m.; 115 E. N. Main St., Waxhaw Music Bingo The Trail House presents Music Trivia, along with drink specials. Call 704-776-4655 for details. 8 p.m.; 6751 Old Monroe Road, Indian Trail
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joy coffee and camaraderie at Waxhaw Baptist Church. It starts with breakfast from 9 to 11 a.m. and followed by a guest speaker. Donated door prizes are given away. Call Harry Watkins at 704-7749509 for details. 9 to 11 a.m.; 8213 Old Waxhaw-Monroe Road, Waxhaw
Manga Club The Union County Public Library Manga Club holds a holiday party at Monroe Library. Teens engage in snacks, crafts, clips from shows and discussion of graphic novels and Japanese culture. Call 704-283-8184 for details. 4 p.m.; 316 E. Windsor St., Monroe
Jan. 2 Computer Classes The Monroe Library offers Internet Basics computer class. Call 704-283-8184, ext. 5222 or 5229 for details. 10 to 11 a.m.; 316 E. Windsor St., Monroe
Car Show Classic Cruisers of Monroe holds its Wednesday Nite Cruz In at Poplin Place. 6 to 9 p.m.; 2889 W. U.S. 74, Monroe
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Cartooning Club Union West Regional Library's Cartooning Club draws a sleigh and reindeer. Call 704-821-7475 for details. 5:30 p.m.; 123 Unionville-Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail Music Bingo The Trail House presents Music Trivia, along with drink specials. Call 704-776-4655 for details. 7 p.m.; 6751 Old Monroe Road, Indian Trail
Baby Storytime Young children engage in a Baby Storytime. Call 704-8217475 for details. 10:30 a.m.; 123 Unionville-Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail
Movie Trivia Growler USA hosts Home Alone Trivia. Find tickets on www.eventbrite.com. Call 704-494-9445 for details. 7 to 9 p.m.; 6443 Old Monroe Road, Indian Trail
Family Storytime Children, ranging from birth to 5 years old, engage in an interactive program full of stories, rhymes and songs during Family Time at the Monroe Library. Call 704-2838184 for details. 11 a.m.; 316 E. Windsor St., Monroe
Taproom Trivia Sweet Union Brewing hosts Taproom Trivia. Play for bragging rights or just come to have a drink. Call 704-6285211 for details. 8 to 10 p.m.; 13717 E. Independence Blvd., Indian Trail
Cruiser Storytime Children, ranging from 12 to 24 months old, engage in Cruiser Storytime. Call 704821-7475 for details. 11:30 a.m.; 123 Unionville-Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail
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DINING SCORES Health departments in Mecklenburg and Union counties inspected these restaurants Nov. 30 to Dec. 6:
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Children’s art studio expands to Fort Mill area CHARLOTTE – Small Hands Big Art is expanding its footprint to Fort Mill. Jen and Morris Lumpkin own and operate the new children's art studio, located in the Kingsley Town Center development. For the Lumpkins, residents of Fort Mill’s Baxter Village since 2006, being able to offer families an award-winning art enrichment program fills a big void in the rapidly growing area. “Our girls have been long-time students of the Small Hands Big Art studio in south Charlotte, where some of our most cherished art on display in our home was created,” said Jen Lumpkin, a former preschool teacher. “We really wanted to bring that type of creative outlet and programming closer to home.” Jennifer Bryant, who founded Small Hands Big Art in 2009, said the Lumpkins are the perfect entrepreneurs to spearhead the expansion of a children’s art studio franchise brand that she and her team have worked hard to build. “Our No. 1 goal is providing a vibrant space where kids feel welcome, valued as unique individuals and free to explore their creative whimsy,” Bryant said. “We value the process over the finished product. We’ve found that with the right inspiration and encouragement, their imaginations literally know no bounds.” Signature programs offered by Small
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Hands Big Art include hour-long weekly classes, week-long half-day summer camps, special workshops and parties. Everything is modeled around a fine-art inspired curriculum infused with a modern, contemporary spin. Holiday workshops, School’s Out Camps, and offsite programs round out the programming. Programs are available for ages 18 months to 15 years old. Want to go? Small Hands Big Art is located at 8025 Ardrey Kell Road, Charlotte (704-246-8271) and 1365 Broadcloth St., Fort Mill (803396-0125). Visit www.smallhandsbigart. com for details.
Small Hands Big Art is a place for children to explore their creativity. Photo courtesy of Small Hands Big Art