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Mecklenburg County leaders are urging residents to stay home this COVID Christmas, concerned friends and family may exchange more than gifts. “Our data shows that COVID is still very widespread in our community,” county manager Dena Diorio said during a Dec. 21 virtual update. “Holiday gatherings are some of the most dangerous places to be, so please stay home and stay safe." Public Health Director Gibbie Harris reported a surge in cases and deaths – over 56,100 and 510 respectively. There have been more than 300 COVID-19 related hospitalizations in Mecklenburg per day for over a week now. “We're also seeing a testing surge ahead of the holidays,” Harris said. “That is incredibly concerning to me, because I think it could indicate risky behavior over the next several weeks as people figure out how they want to celebrate the holidays. This year, the Charlotte Douglas International Airport expects between 60,000 and 80,000 connecting passengers and more than 14,000 local passengers per peak travel day – Wednesday, Dec.
of this virus changing and mutating more." Hospitals started receiving vaccines from the state this month, and the county is expecting a batch, too. Priority recipients for this phase include healthcare workers, EMTs and paramedics, testing partners and long-term care facilities. “While this is great news,” Diorio said, “it just truly heightens the need that we have to stay vigilant and stay safe until [the vaccine] is widely distributed. As we've been saying for months, you must not only follow the three W's (wear a mask, wash your hands, and wait six feet apart), but for this holiday season, we also ask that you stay home and only be around those who you live with." Diorio told reporters she will travel to Durham to visit family for the holiday. "What is not safe over the holidays?" Harris asked. "Travel, gatherings, and extensive shopping. Please avoid those at all costs." The health director also encouraged residents to carry out religious services online. "The safest thing to do is stay home with those you live with and limit your shopping to necessities," Harris said. "We need the community's support in this. Please be safe. Have a wonderful holiday, but do it in a responsible way."
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23, Saturday, Dec. 26, and Sunday, Dec. 27. This is lower than 2019's numbers: 30,000 local and 100,000 connecting passengers per peak day. Gov. Roy Cooper 's newest order, No. 181, took effect Dec. 11. This one requires residents to continue wearing masks in public, as well as close shop and stay home between the hours of 10 p.m. and 5 a.m. Bars have to close at 9 p.m. Steven Brochu, deputy chief with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, wants people to understand the gravity of being compliant with the order for health reasons, not just legal reasons. “It's an education-based philosophy from CMPD,” Brochu said. “We're not necessarily out looking or proactively engaging the community for this regard. However, when we do see it, we will address it and try to bring people into compliance.” This advice from county leaders and law enforcement comes as a new strain of the coronavirus has been discovered in the United Kingdom – a strain Harris warns could be 70% more contagious. "The longer this virus spreads, the more opportunities it has to change and adapt," Harris said. "It is constantly trying to become stronger. Minimizing that spread is what will reduce the chances
ver the past couple of weeks, I’ve been highlighting the bright spots I’ve witnessed over the course of this year. Since this is the last week of our newspapers for the year, there is no greater story for me to tell than that of the staff of Charlotte Media Group. In late March, the impact of COVID19 shutdowns and government regulations became very clear to me. I immediately knew I would have to lay off a number of employees. Truth be told, it stung and it still stings as I type this. Those kinds of decisions are never easy. Who wins and who loses? How do you choose? The reality is, you have to
manage to the money, and the money was quickly leaving our company. As you well know, we are 100% funded by advertising. And that quickly dried up on a local level. I am grateful we have many strong national and regional advertisers who have stuck with us over these long months. But, I knew I had to let some folks go and it was difficult. Fast forward to now and our small staff of two writers, one graphic artist, and two sales people manages to produce three weekly newspapers in tandem with even more web/social content every single week. Justin Vick and Karie Simmons continue to provide our community with trusted, local content week in and week out. I don’t know how they do it all, honestly. They not only write for our papers, but they provide so much more web and social content than we’ve ever had in year’s past. I’m proud of the both of them. They are hard working people who are invested in telling the stories that matter to the communities
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eople often tell me they like to pick up our newspaper because they enjoy the crossword puzzle. I grew up on the TV Guide crossword puzzle, so I can appreciate the challenging one we publish every week. I am still struggling though on 21 across from last week's paper. I need a four-letter word for “makes a boo-boo.” Are we allowed to use the F-word in the crossword puzzle? Anyway, crossword puzzle fans may appreciate our look at the 100 Biggest Newsmakers, as many of the clues are written in a smaller font and in less than 10 words. We just wanted to make sure we got everyone in. If you check out the web or social media on Friday, we'll have longer blurbs that pro-
vide more context about why each person made the list. It's not a perfect list. It's a subjective list affected by factors you may never have guessed. For instance, a few days ago, I fell down the stairs and went headfirst into a guardrail. For a period of 12 hours, I was loopy and sore. Also, my keyboard has a tendency to type a double or triple “r” when I hit the “R” key, so there may have been bias against anyone whose name started with an R. Time is always the biggest factor. We can't go to every event, watch every meeting, talk to every person, eat every tater tot – you get the idea. Let me know who we missed and we'll publish some in a future edition. A couple of notes about next week's edition: We'll be looking at the year ahead in terms of what the big stories are going to be and how off we were last year around this time. Next week's edition will also be a virtual edition. We'll publish links to it online, on social media and in our newsletter. Merry Christmas … if Santa doesn't eat all of your cookies, then I will eat them.
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Matthews & Mint Hill's 100 Biggest Newsmakers Arts & Entertainment
June Bayless: Directed Matthews Playhouse to entertain us online Derek James: The WCCB host's snarky clips landed him on TV a lot Lee Anne Moore: Announced Matthews Alive was canceled in 2020 Nanda Jayaseelan: Won the Great Trans-Atlantic Photography Contest Chris Melton; Former town leader boogied on the radio at WDZD 99.1 Dan Peterson: Created table out of a tornado-downed tree Dillon Smith: Noble Records owner created YouTube niche for vinyl Sheryl Smith: Tried delaying Mint Hill Madness but had to cancel it
Business
Jennifer Adams: Former banker opened Central Bark doggy daycare Jason Bernd: Replaced Roland Bibeau as head of Matthews hospital Roland Bibeau: Earned key to Matthews as he retired from hospital Collin Brown: Presented plans for unbundled senior living in Matthews Michelle Buelow: Continued donating meals through Bella Tunno sales Whitleigh Cook: Celebrated 10th anniversary of Mint Hill Dance Center Kimberly Gossage: CMG recognized attorney for community impact Dimitrios (Takie) Hondro: Appointed as leader of NC family physicians Joel Madden: A key cog in engineering team planning Mint Hill's future Rob & Kim McClintock: Won CMG's Small Business Person of the Year Steve Messer: Led rebranding of Plantation Estates to Matthews Glen Nicholas Parker: Showed plans for 166 homes fronting Lawyers Road Jessica Tullar: Hired as leader of Matthews Chamber of Commerce
Community
Arden Boyle: Led a Black Lives Matter rally at Mint Hill Town Hall Chi-Liam Brown-Erickson: Police found infant's body after Amber Alert. Gina Coque: Rocky River valedictorian worked had to get into Yale Iris DeVore: Community servant passed away in November Carrie Flock: Retired boxer trained for pageant title Katherine Greene: Prudential honored her for donating to hospitalized kids Camille Harvell: Butler alum said she didn’t feel safe around police Sherry Liu: Providence student launched a free online tutoring program Tim Marshall: Exchange with Mint Hill mayor about police went viral Adhvik Pradeep: The 9-year-old created a produce stand Bill Stevens: Chaired the Matthews Silver Line Task Force Greg & Elizabeth Thomas: Had best Star Wars yard display in galaxy
Education
Joey Burch: Principal retired after 6 years at Levine Middle College Penelope Crisp: Principal took over Matthews Elementary mid-year Elyse Dashew: Chaired CMS school board during tumultuous times Dennis LaCaria: Shared plans for new Mint Hill elementary school Wil Loesel: Taught Albemarle Middle students from hospital bed Rhiannon Polite: Promoted to principal at Lebanon Road Elementary Bob Sorrell: Asked for 9 mobiles at Elizabeth Lane Elementary to stay Sean Strain: School board member pressured CMS to reopen schools Josh Swartzlander: Queens Grant High fought COVID with UV light Jenna Tomlinson: Butler educator was finalist for CMS Teacher of Year Ericia Turner: Rocky River High staffer won CMS Principal of the Year Earnest Winston: Superintendent faced scrutiny over remote learning
Faith/Nonprofits
Mumukshu Brahmbhatt: MB raised $100,000 for Matthews HELP Center Andrew Byrd: Greater Life Church pastor documented COVID-19 battle Sandra Conway: Assisted more people in crisis at Matthews HELP Center Bill Helms: Presided over Matthews Human Service Council's 25th year Dahn Jenkins: Maintained drive-by meals at Levine Senior Center Jason Michel: New bishop at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints John Munro: Calvary Church pastor adapted to virtual services Ben Pinegar: Sought flexibility to alter fields on Brace YMCA property Natisha Rivera-Patrick: Led the affordable housing convo in Matthews Kim Rhodarmer: Dealt with surge in demand for crisis assistance Sue Sproat: C.O.S.Kids leader won community servant award Barbara Taylor: Museum director helped find origin of mystery gravestones Mark Tofano: Led Legion post in restoring veterans memorial monument Chuck Wilson: WSOC profiled his friendship with Rev. Larry Whitley
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David Andrews: The Hill Bar and Grill won the 2020 Munch Madness Jay Camp: Matthews planning director vetted outdoor seating proposal Justin Haas & Justin Hayes: Opened Fullwood Market amid pandemic Rob Jacik: He merged Carolina Beer Temple and Temple Mojo Bob Klein: Said COVID restrictions hurt business at Stumptown Station Frank La Fragola Jr.: Lobbied for looser restrictions to help Jekyll & Hyde Kevin Nelson: Took over as owner of Black Chicken Wine Cellar Steven Overcash: Pitched idea to open a brewery tap room in Mint Hill Chris Sottile: The Loyalist Market gave meals to out-of-school children
Above: Roland Bibeau embraced events that opened the campus of Novant Health Matthews Medical Center to the public. Justin Vick/CMG photo Below: Protests occurred all over the country following death of George Floyd, including at Matthews and Mint Hill town halls. Justin Vick/CMG photo
Politics
Bill Brawley: Fell short of his goal to return to N.C. House in election Roy Cooper: Governor issued restrictions to stop spread of COVID-19 Barbara Dement: Matthews commissioner resigned Feb. 21 citing work Renee Garner: Matthews mayor pro tem encouraged police reform John Higdon: Matthews mayor broke bread with CMS on charter schools Rachel Hunt: N.C. Rep was receptive to Matthews's legislative agenda Jeff Jackson: N.C. senator's campaign interrupted by National Guard duty Ken McCool: Replaced Barbara Dement on the Matthews commission Jeff Miller: Wanted to support downtown businesses with block parties Susan Rodriguez-McDowell: Won a second term as county commissioner Brad Simmons: Mint Hill mayor made progress on comprehensive plan John Urban: Sought long-term solutions for Matthews Free Medical Clinic Larry Whitley: Matthews commissioner promoted diversity and training
Government
Hazen Blodgett: Matthews manager sought competitive wages for staff Dena Diorio: Led Meck County's COVID-19 response and relief efforts Gibbie Harris: County health leader updated public on COVID-19 spread Corey King: Matthews parks & rec director stretched funding dollars Rob Kinniburgh: Matthews fire chief stayed abreast on COVID-19 updates Tim Ledford: Mint Hill police chief retired in December after 12 years Chris Matthews: Talked about fall opening of the Stevens Creek Nature Center Andy Mock: Managed the CATS LYNX Silver Line project & engaged public Clark Pennington: Matthews police chief tried to restore community trust Brian Welch: Mint Hill town manager recommended a $21.3 million budget
Sports
Laura Budd: MARA kicked off baseball & softball seasons under her watch Cierra Burdick: Butler hoops legend joined WNBA's Las Vegas Aces Jonny Sinclair: Launched the Matthews Mavericks to provide free soccer Dianne & Jan Spence: CMS named tennis courts at Independence after them Jack Tocho: Independence alum returned home after XFL for social justice rally
5 events to remember Feb. 10: Matthews commissioners passed a resolution to publicly express their desire to work with Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Feb 24: Ken McCool fills the vacant commissioner seat left by Barbara Dement. June 7: Police Chief Clark Pennington was among speakers at a rally held at Matthews Town Hall following the death of George Floyd. June 9: Butler High School held a virtual graduation for the Class of 2020. Independence and Providence had their virtual events the next day. Sept. 7: Labor Day came and went without Matthews Alive.
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Union County's 100 Biggest Newsmakers Arts & Entertainment
Darryl Badley Jr.: Monroe Army vet launched Christian Warrior Radio John Griffin: Cheered 99.1 earning 2020 Radio Station of the Year Anthony Hamilton: Area singer did public health campaign to mask up Shannon McKohnle: Moved by wildfires, she sold classes to help animals Peter Rubino: Installed sculpture at Waxhaw Military Wall of Honor Gene Stowe: Offered space for Confederate monument at Waxhaw museum
Business
Philip Bazemore: The chamber honored him for contributions to Monroe Susan Bonilla: Her animal hospital is expanding to second location Natalie Fritz: Sun Valley alum, 19, opened Tenth Talent during pandemic Adrian Garson: Publisher rolled out weeklies for Indian trail and Waxhaw Todd Hollins: Lowe’s surprised vet with new tools for serving community Olga & Dan Khmelnytskyy: They opened Playland Indoor Playground Ron Mahle: Helped firms secure economic development incentives Jeff Newton: Homebuilder built sixth St. Jude Dream House in Waxhaw Chris Plate: Facilitated incentives for a catalyst for downtown Indian Trail John Ross: Pitched 127 houses & 119 townhomes on Poplin Road Larry Shaheen Jr.: Attorney expanded firm to handle appraisal appeals Steve Sileo: His deli launched a campaign of good deeds amid pandemic Kizito Wademi: Sought 120-acre site to expand KW Collards Gene Woods: Atrium Health CEO broke ground at future Stallings hospital Jon Wood: Helped Waxhaw & Monroe with park plans to secure grants
Community
Morgan & Gregory Bartos: They visited 41 state parks for under $250 Joseph Brundrett: He collected presents for children of moms with cancer Michael Dalley : The kidney recipient sold shirts to pay his medical bills William Gonzales III: Veteran was surprised with new home in Waxhaw Antoinette King: The Lake Park resident won a regional crown Emily Kroeger: She worked to make Main Street Waxhaw vibrant Grace Laney: Won Indian Trail Mayor for the Day for mask project Carly Rauch: Salvation Army named Weddington student Youth of the Year Samantha Towns: She won Indian Trail Citizen of the Quarter on Aug. 11 Alexia Vega Franceschi: Sandy Ridge pupil second UCPS spelling bee
Education
Carole Alley: Ensured students had say in rebranding Parkwood mascot Jimmy Bention: Pastor replaced Travis Kiker on school board in August Rhett Brown: Inked agreements to increase access to Wingate University Donna Cook: Class of 2020 was special to Marvin Ridge High principal Mike Harvey: Sun Valley High staffer won Principal of the Year Kathy Heintel: Helped craft a proposal for $130 million school bond Andrew Houlihan: Led UCPS during COVID-19 without state budget Travis Kiker: Resigned from school board after social media posts Jeff Kraftson: Promoted to principal at Weddington High in August Sarah May: The longtime PTA member won a school board seat John Marshall: Joined Union Academy in July as headmaster Melissa Merrrell: Navigated school board though COVID & racial scrutiny Dareion Malone: Marvin Ridge musician won UCPS Teacher of the Year Wendy Nielsen: Nurse administrator won state honors for COVID response Kimberly Robinson: Named finalist for state Beginning Teacher of the Year Claudia Sandoval: Safety advocate was edged out of school board race Gary Sides: School board member was critical of governor's leadership Tracy Strickland: UCPS administrator rolled out an anti-bullying policy
Faith/Nonprofits
Keith Adams: Common Heart CEO saw need to expand to Marshville Mary Barber: Led Delta Sigma Theta when it earned top chapter award Kathy Bragg: Retired from the community shelter after 10 years as CEO Donn Kegal: Assumed command of the James B Crump VFW Post 2423 Melissa McKeown: She was promoted to replace Kathy Bragg at shelter Steve Smith Sr.: Football legend helped homeless students learn remotely
Government
Above: Natalie Fritz, 19, opened a dance studio in Monroe called Tenth Talent. The studio offers a variety of dance classes and camps and performs two showcases a year. Karie Simmons/CMG photo Below: Atrium Health officials ceremoniously dig the first shovels into the dirt during the Jan. 23 groundbreaking of Atrium Health Union West. Kayla Berenson/CMG photo Dena Sabinske: Waxhaw’s parks and rec boss flexed creativity with events Patrick Sadek: Town manager left Indian Trail after friction with council Mark Watson: County manager suggested putting school bond off until 2022 Jeffrey Wells: Waxhaw leaders promoted him as town manager
Politics
Frank Aikmus: Bid for third county term upset during Republican primary Michael Alvarez: Indian Trail mayor stayed positive after losing arm Dean Arp: State lawmaker sought to increase access to broadband Elizabeth Callis: Weddington mayor shook head at high density projects David Cohn: He replaced Shirley Howe on Indian Trail Town Council Roy Cooper: Governor issued restrictions to stop spread of COVID-19 Amanda Fuller: Became acting mayor of Wesley Chapel in March Jason Hall: He replaced Kat Lee on the Waxhaw commissioners Richard Helms: Appointed county commissioner chair after election win Craig Horn: N.C. Rep. ran for state superintendent but lost in primary Todd Johnson: N.C. senator won second term & called for return to work Franco McGee: Monroe councilman secured Juneteenth holiday for staff Ron Pappas: Led Waxhaw in hiring manager and planning long-term Stony Rushing: County commissioner expressed water rate concerns John Steward: Resident cast state's votes for Donald Trump during RNC Tracy Wesolek: Waxhaw commissioner talked about her cancer battle David Williams: Took county commissioner oath in COVID quarantine David Willis: Marvin resident elected to N.C. House District 68 seat
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Raymond Allen: He guided Indian Trail Town Hall as interim manager Brandi Deese: Developer interest in Indian Trail kept planner busy Van Harrell: His tax staff is preparing for county reappraisal in 2021 Junior Honeycutt: He explained in March why E. coli was found in area Lee Jenson: The Union planning director led public outreach for 2050 plan Dennis Joyner: Promoted healthy habits as county public health director Hayden Kramer: He reinvented Indian Trail festivals into drive-in events Michelle Lancaster: Steered county to a new behavioral health provider Adam McLamb: Coordinated rerouting of Indian Trail solid waste routes Michael McLaurin: Became Indian Trail town manager Aug. 31
Dustin Allen: Coached Cuthbertson to a state girls cross country title Andy Capone: Maxpreps ranks his Weddington football team third in NC Drew Hackett: He replaced Tad Baucom as Sun Valley football coach Kaylee Hamblin: Qualified for the U.S.Olympic Team Trials in January Amir Joseph: Won Parkwood's first state boys wrestling title Sam Mobley: After XFL folded, came home to coach, then pandemic hit Zachary Moore: Sun Valley student won state title in 55-meter wheelchair Samuel O’Grady: Sun Valley runner won state award for clearing obstacles Kiley Rorich: 15-year-old won the junior division of Nastia Liukin Cup R-Truth: Won the WWE 24/7 title for 45th time at Survivor Series Will Shipley: Weddington running back graduated early to prepare for Clemson
Jan. 23: Atrium Health breaks ground on a new hospital in Stallings. Atrium Health Union West opens in 2022. March 3: David Williams edges out Frank Aikmus in the Republican primary. Williams was elected in November. March 12: Union County issues a boil water advisory after finding E. Coli in a sample in Indian Trail just as health officials hammered home the need to wash hands to avoid spread of COVID-19. April 9: Union County Public Health reports first death related to COVID-19. The death toll was at 90 on Dec. 22. June 29: Travis Kiker resigns from the school board, prompting the board to announce a citizen advisory committee on diversity.
Mrs. Claus brings joy to Camp Lejeune Mrs. Claus brought good tidings, cheer and stockings filled with goodies Dec. 18 to young Marines with the 10th Marine Regiment at Camp Lejeune. Heritage Funeral Home, Indian Trail Chapel served as the main site to pick up an empty stocking and return it filled. Mrs. Claus brought 500 stockings filled by Union West Rotary and community members. They were filled with a variety of goodies, such as stress balls, sewing kits, back-scratchers, brain teasers and beef jerky. This marked her third year visiting the base. Things were a little different this year due to the pandemic. The stockings were filled three weeks prior to delivery, kept in isolation and transported to Camp Lejeune. “Many lives have been im-
With Santa making plans for the holidays, Mrs. Claus checked on the military. Photos courtesy of Heritage Funeral Home
pacted by this project on base and is a huge morale-builder,” RP2 TJ Robinson said. Some of the Marines couldn’t go home or didn’t want to go
home for the holiday so knowing that there were people out there that cared was huge. What had the most profound effect on Robin Barron and her
team, Sam Golobish and Kris Sowards, was when the chaplain said that suicide and depression was at its all-time high on the base. The young Marines were directed to 10th Marine Regiment Fiddler’s Green where they met with Mrs. Claus, posed for pictures and picked up a special breakfast. Some Marines were asked trivia questions for prizes as they waited in line. More than 400 stockings were given away at that location. Mrs. Claus was whisked away to the Chow Hall L where the remainder of the stockings were given away and quickly ran out, but had extra empty stockings on hand for Marines to fill at the chow hall.
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South Charlotte's 100 Biggest Newsmakers Arts & Entertainment
Jeep Bryant: Arts & Science Council head sought more public funding Joe Helweg: Chaired library board during COVID & CEO search Jamie Holt: The Myers Park grad directed her first series,” The Filth.” John Hoogenakker: Bud Light’s Dilly Dilly king flexed acting chops in film El Lambert: Provide musicians with gigs & career advancement Pat McCrory: Stays connected to politics through his top-rated WBT show Eva Montes: Directed “Down to Earth” after she nearly died Diane Restaino: Converted Joedance Film Festival into live stream
Business
Jennifer Adams: Opened Central Bark doggy daycare near Matthews border Carl Armato: Novant Health CEO worked with Atrium Health CEO Megan Benny: Opened The Auto Pour, a self-serve wine bar Alicia Campbell: Broke ground on eight-story tower at Pineville hospital Keith Cockrell & Angela Yochem: Chaired $197 million bond campaign Ned Curran: Former Northwood CEO explained Ballantyne Reimainged Ben Gilchrist: Southminster CEO welcomed seniors to $120M expansion Dr. Jewel Greywoode: Surgeon went viral after braiding patient’s hair Ken Haynes: Attributed Atrium Health's new emergency center to growth Frank Harrison: Coca-Cola Consolidated pledged $1M to the COVID-19 Steve and Stacey Hitzemann: The couple saw growth in stretch concept Vicky Mitchener: Launched Homeowners Impact Fund to help homeless Tammy Mullins: Joined Waltonwood Cotswold as executive director Tom Murray: Tourism official touted $7.8B in visitor spending in 2019 Terry Robertson: His firm began offering eco-friendly green burials Patrick Steptoe: Carried on family legacy via Luther Dryers John & Jared Thomas: Bros opened Edge City Brewery in May Randy Thomas: SouthPark GM celebrated its 50th anniversary Susanne Todd: Asked for more area hospital space for Novant Health Eugene Woods: Atrium Health CEO inked deal for huge merger
Community
Julius Chambers: A post office & school named in attorney's honor Carla Dupay: Recognized for contributions on county board Ray Eschert: He formed the South Charlotte Breakfast Club Harvey Gantt: He chaired the Charlotte Moves Task Force Gabrielle Gorman: Created virtual fundraiser to help ACLU Allie Jockel: Raised money for Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Anessa Powell: Lobbied in D.C. during Rare Disease Week Janice Robinson: Organized a Black Lives Matter rally in Ballantyne Gayle Somervell: Sent homemade cards to people during pandemic Kevin Tobin: Ailing infant inspired him to raise money by running Jim Washer: The HVAC technician saved family from burning home Velva Woollen: Received history award for city council work
Education
Ron Ahlert: Chef offers upward mobility at Community Culinary School Jamie Brooks: Principal vowed to champion diversity at Ardrey Kell High Glyn Cowlishaw: Defended Providence Day after NY Times story Akeshia Craven-Howell: Adjusted Providence Spring Elementary boundary Elyse Dashew: Chaired CMS school board during tumultuous times Phil Dubois: Chancellor retired in June after 15 years at UNC Charlotte Barry Giller: Unveiled new athletic complex at Charlotte Christian School Brooklyn Hough: The principal broke in the new Rea Farms K-8 school Chris Marblo: Head of school joined Charlotte Prep amid pandemic Margaret Marshall: Led effort to provide 1,000 masks for CMS employees Sean Strain: School board member pressured CMS to reopen schools David Switzer: Principal left Ardrey Kell after scrutiny over racial climate Jared Thompson: Promoted to principal at Carmel Middle in June Earnest Winston: Superintendent faced scrutiny over remote learning
Faith/Nonprofits
Mara Campolungo: Celebrated 10 years of The Sandbox’s proms Victoria Crocker: Won Emerging Leader award for cancer fundraising Katherine Lambert: Alzheimer’s chapter raised $577K through walk Tony Marciano: Asked for turkeys for Charlotte Rescue Mission LeDayne Polaski: MeckMin leader built understanding among faiths Tina Postel: Fed more people in Loaves & Fishes's network of pantries Katy Ryan: Her charity raised $780K through virtual 24 Hours of Booty Jane Shutt: Saw more people in need through Pineville Neighbors Place
Government
Dena Diorio: Led Meck County's COVID-19 response and relief efforts John Eller: Meck County lured him to serve as social services director Gibbie Harris: County health leader updated public on COVID-19 spread Taiwo Jaiyeoba: Led long-range discussions on zoning and transportation Johnny Jennings: A veteran of nearly 30 years took over as police chief Marcus Jones: City manager wanted feedback on police reform John Lewis: The CATS CEO sought out to pay for transit in one swoop
Above: Mayor Vi Lyles talks about the promotion of Johnny Jennings to police chief. David Flower/City of Charlotte Below: Charlotte City Councilman Ed Driggs said Ballantyne Reimagined is a huge development for south Charlotte, incorporating an amphitheater, park, greenspace and provisions for rail transit. Rendering courtesy of Northwood Kerr Putney: He retired as police chief in July, shifting to the private sector Elizabeth Trosch: The chief district court judge caught COVID-19
Politics
Alma Adams: Congresswoman put spotlight on Black maternity issues Dan Bishop: Congressman advocated for efficient COVID relief Tarriq Bokhari: Some didn't want his nonprofit getting COVID relief Roy Cooper: Governor issued restrictions to stop spread of COVID-19 Ed Driggs: City councilman called for specific projections on transit Trevor Fuller: County leader sought stronger COVID-19 restrictions Susan Harden: Meck commissioner wanted to do more for nursing homes Rachel Hunt: Defeated Bill Brawley for second term in N.C. House Wesley Harris: Lawmaker proposed bill for $3.9 billion infrastructure bond Jeff Jackson: N.C. senator's campaign interrupted by National Guard duty Vi Lyles: The mayor listened to protestors following George Floyd death Susan Rodriguez-McDowell: Won a second term on the county commission Laura Meier: South Charlotte elected her to county commission seat Al Pisano: He campaigned for governor via the Constitution Party Matthew Ridenhour: Ran for old county commission seat but fell short DeAndrea Salvador: The nonprofit leader was elected to the N.C. Senate Donald Trump: President accepted the GOP nomination in Charlotte
Youth
Aastha Arora: Ardrey Kell student made ear savers for health workers Emory Brinson: Growing up Black inspired her national writing award Maia Campbell: Finalist for Prudential Spirit of Community Awards Arí Gibson: Organized racial justice rally in June at Marshall Park Gabe Schultz: Ardrey Kell senior provided student voice to school board
Sports
Chad Grier: He took over the Providence Day football program Kevin Harvick: NASCAR driver logged nine wins in 2020 Jimmie Johnson: NASCAR great retired from full-time driving Josh Springer: Coached Providence Day girls to seven straight state titles Jenna Thompson: South Meck senior won fourth state tennis title
5 events to remember March 12: Mecklenburg County confirmed its first COVID-19 cases. Its first death came 17 days later. June 11: Charlotte City Council approves Ballantyne Reimagined, which will transform Ballantyne Corporate Park into more of a live-work-play environment. Aug. 24: President Donald Trump accepts the party nomination during a scaled down Republican National Convention in Charlotte. Oct. 9: CEO Eugene Woods vows to build a “Silicon Valley for healthcare innovation" following Atrium Health's merger with Wake Forest Baptist Health. Nov. 3: Laura Meier and Leigh Altman are elected to county commission.
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The Mint Hill protest included speakers, moments of silence and rally cries for justice. Justin Vick/CMG photo
Operation Underground Railroad, which fights child trafficking, called for supporters to get vocal July 30 during Rise Up For Children events across the country. Among the 150 events was one outside the Weddington Corners Shopping Center organized by Emily Odom, Cara Defelice and Haley Hendel. Photo courtesy of Claire Rodahaver
Common Heart delivered 1,500 turkey feasts to 1,500 families in need Nov. 21 throughout Union County, Matthews and Mint Hill as part of its 14th annual Great Turkey Countdown. Photo courtesy of Common Heart
Central Piedmont Community College held drive-thru graduations July 29 and 30 on its Cato Campus. Darnell Vennie/Central Piedmont photo
Artists work together under the hot sun on June 9 to paint the words "Black Lives Matter" on Tryon Street in Uptown Charlotte. Karie Simmons/CMG photo
Above: MARA kicks off spring, summer sports season. Karie Simmons/CMG photo Left: T-Mobile thanked health care heroes at Atrium Health with a cupcake food truck. The company served hundreds of cupcakes Sept. 9 outside of Atrium Health Pineville. Photo courtesy of Atrium Health
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CWF Mid-Atlantic Wrestling ran wild in Matthews on March 6, giving families opportunities to cheer good guys and boo bad guys. The event was held at Crews Recreation Center. Andrew Stark/CMG photo
Reopen Meck, a local chapter of the Reopen NC movement, held a driving protest May 1 in uptown Charlotte. Participants feel residents have the right to decide their comfort level with any pathogens and viruses in the county and state. Karie Simmons/CMG photo
Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles gets feedback from Black Lives Matter protestors May 30 outside the Charlotte government center. Ken Brown/City of Charlotte
The Bartos family paid $246 to visit all 41 of the state parks. Most of the money was spent on admission and recreational activities, like canoeing at Lake Norman's state park. Photo courtesy of Morgan Bartos
Firefighters with the Monroe Fire Department went through special training with Safe Kids North Carolina to install and check child safety seats. Justin Vick/CMG photo
Director Jamie Holt, an alum of Myers Park, gives instructions to the cast of “The Filth,” a five-episode series that now lives on YouTube. Vatch Karagozian photo
Zach Chatham surprises his girlfriend with a marriage proposal in front of an Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. Photo courtesy of Rob Osborne
“The Lion Tamer" (top) was the best scarecrow made by a resident in the Mint Hill scarecrow-decorating contest. Dozens of scarecrows were scattered across town at homes, businesses and community spaces. Photo courtesy of Mint Hill Events
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The National Weather Service said strong winds downed older and dead trees from south Charlotte to Matthews. Residents joined public safety and works crews in the cleanup. Kayla Berenson/CMG photo
Students Arí Gibson, Énoa Gibson and Kiersten Hash organized a peaceful rally June 19 at Marshall Park to encourage youth to use their voices to fight against racial injustice. People of all ages attended to support Black Lives Matter. Justin Vick/CMG photo
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My favorite page designs of 2020 As the news editor at Charlotte Media Group, a huge part of my job is laying out our newspapers. I work on multiple papers covering Matthews, Mint Hill, Pineville, Waxhaw, Indian Trail and south Charlotte every week for 52 weeks...that’s a lot of newspapers to design in a year and sometimes I forget everything I’ve done. With 2020 coming to a close, I decided to get nostalgic and dig into our archives. Here are a few fronts and inside covers I’m most proud of from this year. Remember, you can always look back on past editions of the Weekly by visiting www.issuu.com/carolinaweeklynewspapers. - Karie Simmons
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Saint Patrick’s Day You can bet your lucky charms that restaurants and bars across the region will serve green beer and Irish-inspired dishes in honor of St. Patrick's Day. But you can also find more immersive experiences that promote community and culture. Here's a heads up on eight major events and festivals being planned for St. Patrick's Day.
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St. Patrick’s Weekend Party Details are beginning to form like a beautiful glass of Guinness in regarding Mary O’Neill’s annual St. Patrick weekend. Lipstick on a Pig and Smokin' Gunn are among bands that will be rocking the Irish pub. South Charlotte Dog Rescue will be among the vendors at the event. • When: March 13 and 14 • Where: 116 W. North Main St., Waxhaw • Details: www.maryoneills.com
Murder Most Green Murder Mystery The Charlotte Murder Mystery Company brings a fun whodunit to Treehouse Vineyards. Make your reservations today to help solve the mystery of who killed Patrick Flaherty, the owner of a 100-year old plant nursery. Tickets cost $20, which include a drink. • When: 3:30-6 p.m. March 15 • Where: 301 Bay St., Monroe • Details: www.treehousevineyards.com Celtic Festival The eighth annual Celtic Festival attracts musicians, dancers, bagpipers and warriors. It’s a great place to check out historic encampments, as well as watch traditional competitive games. Food trucks and craft beer will be available. Admission costs $9 for ages 13 and older, $8 for ages 6-12 and 62 and older, free for ages 5 and younger. • When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. March 14 and 15 • Where: Latta Plantation, 5225 Sample Road, Huntersville • Details: www.lattaplantation.org
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Shamrock Crawl We haven't received anything official about the sixth annual festival, but hot spots along downtown Matthews, such as Carolina Beer Temple, Seaboard Brewing, The Loyalist Market and Grace O'Malley's Irish Public House, are already making plans in anticipation for the celebration. The Carolina Beer Temple, Seaboard and The Loyalist will have Irish brews, while Grace O'Malley's will have DJ Moe rocking the patio. We'll keep you updated as more details emerge. • When: Times vary March 14 • Where: Downtown Matthews • Details: www.facebook.com/MatthewsSham rockCrawl
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Best Salon Green River Revival There's probably not a better venue to celebrate St. Patrick's Day than a green river, but that's one of several reasons to check out the U.S. National Whitewater Center. The festivities kick off with the Color Me Green 5K Trail Run. They continue with yoga and live music from Joslyn & The Sweet Compression and Lee Fields & The Expressions. • When: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. March 14 • Where: 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy., Charlotte • Details: www.usnwc.org St. Paddy's Fest! You're going to get more than a night of green beer at a place named Grace O'Malley's Irish Public House. The restaurant is planning a week's worth of activities in celebration, including the Shamrock Crawl on March 14, a parking lot party with music and bounce house on March 15, Irish trivia on March 16, St. Patrick's Day Party on March 17 and the Whisk[e]y Club of Matthews tasting Jameson on March 18. • When: Various times March 14-18 • Where: 157 N. Trade St., Matthews • Details: www.gomalleys.com
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WAXHAW – Since its founding in 1911, the Waxhaw Women’s Club has operated with three main goals in mind: help make Waxhaw a clean and safe place to live, preserve the historical heritage of the region and work with town officials in all worthy undertakings. For almost 110 years, the members have never wavered from those goals and in turn, the town of Waxhaw has benefited from their efforts. Gladys Kerr has been part of the Waxhaw Women’s Club since 1962 – serving as Kerr president from 1965 to 1966 – and is somewhat of a club historian. Her mother was also a member. She said it all started with a group of concerned women who simply wanted to protect the town’s children “and clean up all the trash.” They presented a petition to the town board requesting an ordinance to prohibit the sale of “bootleg” liquor to minors in the streets of Waxhaw. The board granted the request and it encouraged the petition makers to form a club, which was then called Civic League. It wasn’t until 1916 when they became the Waxhaw Women’s Club. As the club grew in membership, so did its efforts. During World War I, Kerr said
they sold war stamps, rolled bandages, wrote letters and sent care packages to soldiers. They gave to the Boy Scouts and the fire department, hosted antique shows, supported the Waxhaw Historical Festival and Drama Association, served lunch to needy children and gave the school encyclopedias and a second-hand piano. When North Carolina granted women the right to vote in 1920, the club encouraged women to register and even turned their meeting house into a voting precinct. That building is now home to the Waxhaw Creamery. Kerr said one of the club’s most well-known members, a school teacher named Lois Sims, was among the first to vote in 1922. It was the first time women helped choose a United States president. Kerr said Sims never missed voting in a presidential election until she died. Over the years, the women worked hard to see improvements in Waxhaw. They wrote letters to congressmen asking for more money for schools, health clinics, libraries and paved roads. They even bought, donated and borrowed books to start a town library and eventually got grants from the state and town to keep it going. “They were very active in getting out there and trying to get women involved, which is the same thing we do today,” said Jane McNeely, who joined see WAXHAW, Page 2B
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CHARLOTTE – The Charlotte Country Day School community is mourning the loss of track and field coach Murtonda Durant, who passed away Aug. 23 at age of 54. Durant was an All-American track star at UMass Boston from 1984 to 1989. She helped the Beacons win indoor and outdoor national championships. She also won titles of her own. Her 4X400 relay team won four NCAA titles.
She had been part of Country Day's track program for 10 years. She joined the cross country staff last fall. Al Pearman, head track coach at Charlotte Country Day, was among several speakers paying tribute to Durant during a memorial service held Aug. 30 at New Waves of Joy Baptist Church in Charlotte. Pearman credited Coach M's love, devotion and insight for helping lift the program. “I'm convinced that God gifted her with an extraordinary capacity to care, because she cared passionately about everything and ev-
eryone,” Pearman said. “The track and field program was better because of it.” Durant's passing reminds Pearman of the importance of living each day to the fullest and learning from the lessons God is teaching you through the people he puts in your path. He read from the New Testament's Second Epistle to Timothy. “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now
e usually publish an ode to Friday Night lights around this time each fall, but COVID-19 has eclipsed the high school sports season much like everything else. Times used to be simple. This week last year, we were wowed by Weddington's Will Shipley rushing for 188 yards and scoring three touchdowns in a 3319 win over Porter Ridge. We also marveled over Marvin Ridge's Alicia Davis and Mac Russ each recording 13 kills to defeat a great Ardrey Kell volleyball program, 3-0. Fast forward to fall 2020 and I'm afraid the most exciting highlights we'll have to talk about are the scrambling of bureaucrats postponing and canceling games as COVID-19 continues to spread in our community. We've already seen the N.C. Independent Schools Athletic Association delay the start of every fall sport. Its public schools counterpart, the N.C. High School Athletics Association, has shifted entire sports programs to different seasons. Public school football resumes in late February for a seven-game regular season. That's the equivalent of a conference
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August marked the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment, which solidified women’s right to vote. Of course, I had to make this page patriotic. I also included an original suffrage button from the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library and a photo taken in 1914. I like the mix of stories about women from the past and present making a difference.
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The force is strong at the home of Greg and Elizabeth Thomas and their neighbors don’t seem to mind. Every Halloween, the couple transforms their front yard into a scene featuring characters from the “Star Wars” franchise, and each time, the display gets bigger and bigger. The Thomases, who have lived on Kelford Lane in Heritage Woods for 12 years, are used to people stopping by to take pictures or compliment their decorations. “We look forward to it every year,” said a neighbor walking his dog. “We aspire to have a theme like you.” “It’s awesome,” said a boy across the street. The couple said the decorations bring joy to the neighborhood and resonate with people of all ages races and ethnicities. “Outside of liking ‘Star Wars,’ that’s why we do it every year,” Greg Thomas said. At first, the display was small with just a few characters from the movies. Now, their front yard is home to over a dozen fan favorites like R2-D2, BB-8, Jabba the Hutt, Baby Yoda, stormtroopers, Tusken Raiders, Darth Maul, the Mandalorian, droids, Jawas and Han Solo in carbonate. Emperor Palpatine guards the front door, making sure no rebels get inside. “He’s more menacing in the daytime,” Greg said. Lights and a fog machine add to the ambiance at night, but Greg said Halloween is when the display will really come alive. He plans to project one of the “Star Wars” movies onto the front window of his home. Elizabeth Thomas is often revered for supporting her husband’s over-the-top Halloween tradition, but the reality is she’s just as into it. Elizabeth said she grew up watching “Star Wars” and became even more of a fan after meeting Greg. Elizabeth said she admires how much time and effort he puts into making the characters and enjoys seeing them come to life. “It’s a form of art,” Elizabeth said. “It’s creativity.” “Everything is either a mask or things he pieced together, like little pieces and parts,” she added. Instead of spending thousands of dollars on movie-quality “Star Wars” mannequins,
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Waxhaw seeks major park grant for updates by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com
Waxhaw leaders will enlist in an engineering firm to update its downtown park master plan so the town is better positioned to go after major grants. Town commissioners adopted such a plan just three years ago. Parks and Recreation Director Dena Sabinske said that plan didn't include the community corner and downtown connectivity. It could use some updated community input as well. “Grants that are highly sought after, you need the most updated plan
to help you get your point system up and help you understand the community needs and wants at this moment in time,” Sabinske told commissioners Oct. 13. “We're going to take these bones from this plan and update it to what our needs are now for Waxhaw.” Waxhaw has somewhat of a reputation for creating plans. In fact, the company charged with updating the downtown master plan, Benesch, recently helped Waxhaw create a parks and recreation strategic master plan. Mayor Pro-Tem Brenda McMillon see PARKS, Page 3B
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As parents, one thing we aspire to is making our children happy and providing them with moments they’ll cherish forever. Ever since he became a father, first-time author Rich Scalea has had a special love for children. Now, as a retiree, Scalea released “Relish,” his debut children’s picture book about a cuddly little Dachshund with a big personality. Published by Charlotte-based Warren Publishing, the book fulfills a lifelong dream for Scalea. “I always wanted to see a child happy, not sad. If I could bring joy to their lives, that’s what I needed to be doing,” Scalea said. “When I wrote 'Relish' and came to a part I thought would bring a child a smile, I would stop and imagine a parent sitting on a couch or bed with their child, holding my book and reading it to them. That’s what mattered the most to me.” The book follows Relish as he explores the home he shares with his favorite person of all, Rosie. But when the Dachshund becomes too mischievous, Rosie’s dad sends him away. From there, he becomes a service dog who wants nothing but to bring joy to evI always eryone he meets wanted to see along the way. a child happy, Indian Trail not sad. If I Town Councilcould bring man David Cohn joy to their sensed Scalea lives, that’s was special when they met eight what I needed to be doing.” years ago. Cohn said when Scalea • Rich Scalea wasn't volunteering at his church, he was pitching in at Common Heart. He makes people smile. Scalea has brought a sense of compassion and altruism to his new book, Cohn said. “In a world that is, for now, no longer what it once was, this book is sorely needed to remind all of us that what is lost can be rebuilt and that the satisfaction found in giving is much greater than what we reap when we take,” Cohn said. Scalea was first inspired to write “Relish” when he met a woman who was walking with her Dachshund at the Jersey Shore, near where Scalea was born and raised. He was eating a hot dog at the time – topped with relish. “With my audience being so young, I really wasn't trying to send a message,” said Scalea of the book’s themes, which include pet rescue and adoption. “Instead, I was hoping to bring out their emotions to the different situations Relish was experiencing. His innocent yet mischievous antics, his sadness and happiness. I leave the opportunity of lessons that may be present in 'Relish' to the parents. I wrote the book in a way that can encourage a parent to ask their child questions about Relish’s experiences – how a love between a child and a dog can be so powerful and lead to rescuing Relish from a doggie shelter – and the ensuing journey that follows.”
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n 1920, 100 years ago nearly to the day, Alice Paul said “It is incredible to me that any woman should consider the fight for full equality won. It has just begun.” This month and this week, specifically, we celebrate the ratification of the 19th Amendment giving women the right to vote. To me, it’s hard to believe that we’ve only had the right to vote for 100 years. In the grand scheme of things, 100 years doesn’t seem terribly long. I feel very humbled when I read the stories of the suffrage movement. I can’t imagine what life was like back when my ancestors were fighting for their basic rights. That’s why I feel so fortunate today, and this week in particular, to bring a publication to press that features just how far we’ve come in the communities we serve here in the Charlotte area. There are so many incredible women in this community who have made huge strides in putting women in places where it used to only be possible for men. I have been very fortunate in my own life to have strong, powerful, female role models who inspired me to dream. I have a daughter of my own that won’t even know the struggles I’ve faced over the years because by the time she is an adult, I pray, those struggles will be so far behind us that they’d just be memories to some of us and not a reality to most. As we look around today, there are thousands of women-owned businesses, hundreds of female CEOs in some of the largest companies in the
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Schools get revised 2020-21 schedule Sports are on for the 2020-21 school year, but things will look a bit different in the face of COVID-19. The N.C. High School Athletic Association has decided to move forward with a modified schedule its board of directors believes will counter the present health risks. Dr. Josh Bloom, of the NCHSAA's sports medicine advisory committee, called the decision-making process an exercise in balance. “While there are risks with resuming NCHSAA-sanctioned athletics, it has also become very clear that there are significant negative consequences with not providing this option to student-athletes,” Bloom said. “While the consequences of not participating may be more difficult to quantify than the risks of a COVID-19 infection, we must recognize and acknowledge that these consequences of not participating are real, and they are grave." Bloom cited guidance from coaches, structure and discipline from games and camaraderie and excitement from competing as important benefits. The board also wanted fairness between sports, said NCHSAA commissioner Que Tucker. “We want all of our sports to have the opportunity to play an equal number of games,” Tucker said. “Or to at least know that each sport is being treated equitably.” Nevertheless, the NCHSAA decided not to schedule an indoor track season for the 2020-21 school year, believing it to be sufficiently similar to outdoor track and field. Tucker said facility constraints and the difficulty of conducting large meets indoors while still needing to social distance also factored into that decision. In another action item, the board chose to leave decisions regarding access to locker and weight rooms up to individual schools.
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Remember when holiday celebrations were still a thing? On this page, we outlined St. Patrick’s Day events planned around the region. Many of these took place before the COVID-19 lockdown began. Little did we know it would be the last holiday we would celebrate without masks and social distancing. I like the clovers and Irish flag colors in this design.
Suzanne Bynum, Anna Forbes Liddell, Catherine McLaughlin, Jane Stillman, Julia McNinch, Bessie Mae Simmonds and Mary Belle Palmer stand up for women’s suffrage in Charlotte on May 20, 1914. Photos courtesy of the Robinson-Spangler Carolina Room, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library
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Bragg passing leadership torch at shelter Kathy Bragg is retiring as CEO of the Community Shelter of Union County, opening the door for Chief Operating Officer Melissa McKeown to take over in December. During Bragg's nearly 10 years as CEO, the shelter added resources and programming, such as rapid rehousing, to help people experiencing hunger and homelessness. The nonprofit grew from five employees to 40 full-time and temporary employees. Its operating budget has also increased from $300,000 to $3.2 million, which
By the numbers Last year, the Community Shelter of Union County provided emergency shelter amounting to 27,177 nights to 493 people, helped move 104 households into independent living, served 73,946 meals and provided 354,411 pounds of food. Bragg
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includes $1.7 million in short-term, restricted COVID-related grants. Bragg led a $4.7 million capital campaign that resulted in a two-building facility that opened in 2019. The facility tripled the size of the previous building, expanding beds from 29 to 90 and dining
hall capacity from 40 to 120. The expansion also allowed for a family wing to accommodate parents and children. Prior to leading the shelter, Bragg served as executive director of the Union County chapter of the American Red Cross. She has served on various boards,
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Union County Public Schools is already bracing for a massive subdivision proposed between New Town and Willoughby roads that has not yet been vetted by the Union County Planning Board. The school board's facilities committee discussed Oct. 15 options they could take if Park Place and its 2,110 residential units are approved. The bulk of the project would fall within the Sun Valley cluster with part of it in the Parkwood cluster. School board member Christina Helms recommended the district reassign the subdivision out of the Sun Valley cluster. “I would like to see it move to either Monroe or Parkwood,” she said. “I just can't see us putting that many kids possibly at Sun Valley even though the numbers should drop to 90% in Sun Valley. Indian Trail is really booming right now.” Helms was referring to enrollment capacity at the high school once the 2016 bond project is complete. School board member Kathy Heintel updated the committee on enrollment figures for affected schools within each cluster: • Rocky River Elementary is at 82% capacity, Sun Valley Middle is at 91% and Sun Valley High is at 95%. • Western Union Elementary is at 60% capacity, Parkwood Middle is at 82% and Parkwood High is at 76%. • Walter Bickett Elementary is at 70% capacity, Monroe Middle is at 80% and Monroe High is at 70%. Currently, there are 5,062 residential units planned for the Sun Valley cluster, Heintel said.
Tributes have poured in for Morgan Garrett, who died in an aircraft crash Oct. 23 in Alabama. Garrett, an ensign with the U.S. Coast Guard, graduated from Weddington High School in 2015. The school wrote on its Facebook page: “Warrior Nation has been shook to our core – Morgan embodied EVERYTHING we think of as a Warrior.”
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“As an adult, it’s one of those sports where you pick up the weapon and you think, ‘I wish I would have known about this as a kid.’” • Chris Bernard Triple Threat Fencing
encing has been around for centuries but has yet to reach the level of popularity of other sports. You wouldn’t know it stepping into Triple Threat Fencing Academy in Indian Trail, where world-renowned coaches are sharing their skills and new students are joining every day. The fencing club has been at 130 B K-Line Drive off Old Monroe Road for over 20 years, albeit under a different name and ownership. When the original club closed last year, a small group of parents agreed to take over the lease and clean up the space so their kids could continue fencing. Among those were Chris Bernard and his wife, Amy. Their 13-year-old son, Bodin, has been fencing for five years. Their 11-year-old daughter, Kate, picked up the sport three years ago. The club draws its students from Union County, Matthews, Mint Hill, Ballantyne and south Charlotte – areas that are currently underserved when it comes to fencing academies. Had parents not kept the club going, Chris Bernard said many of the students would
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have b e e n faced with giving up the sport altogether. “There was really nothing else for them down here and for some of these kids, fencing is all they do,” he said. Bernard began learning to fence shortly after opening Triple Threat Fencing. It didn’t take him long to realize why his children love it so much. “As an adult, it’s one of those sports where you pick up the weapon and you think, ‘I wish I would have known about this as a kid,’” he said. During a fencing match – called a bout – fencers compete one-onone with bladed weapons. Each fencer tries to score on their opponent by touching them with their weapon, while also trying to avoid see FENCING, Page 2A
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Lagging renovations at Sun Valley irk school leaders by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com
School board members who frequently discuss construction and renovations expressed frustration Oct. 15 with ongoing work at Sun Valley High School. The 2016 bond project was supposed to be competed by September but it continues to linger much to the chagrin of board members Kathy Heintel and Christina Helms. Their concerns centered on the student experience. Heintel pressed administrators during the Oct. 15 facilities committee meeting on when they expected completion of the project, noting the board gets asked about it daily. UCPS Facilities Director Dave Burnett didn't have an answer. Burnett submitted a memo to the facilities committee on May 21 explaining how the
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There are seniors waiting to paint their parking spaces and they're waiting and waiting and waiting. So when is that going to be able to happen?”
contractor expected to turn over the stadium, dining, kitchen, admin area and CTE building during the summer break. He mentioned Oct. 15 that the contractor had experienced some rain delays and encountered drainage issues at the stadium. “We were delayed weeks getting kids into the school,” Heintel pressed Burnett. “There are seniors waiting to paint their parking spaces and they're waiting and waiting and waiting. So when is that going to be able to happen?” Burnett replied that repaving the student parking lot was not part of the scope of the work. It would cost an additional $320,000
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if the school board wanted to go in that direction. He said they would need to look at their priorities. Heintel countered that the committee was not hearing a request to have that discussion that particular day, so when? “Can we make sure they we are staying on top of this, calling them on at least a weekly basis, because this has been dragging on far too long – far too long,” Helms advised. “With everything that has gone on at Sun Valley, we need to make sure that especially these seniors have something to look forward to come second semester, which in a
high school experience includes high school sports. I want to make sure we are calling them at least on a weekly basis to get an update and put pressure on them to make sure the job is getting completed because enough is enough. I'm tired of talking about it.” Heintel said the new parts of the building look nice, but they just have to get the project over the goal line. “As we moved forward with bond projects and things like this, it's important to remember how difficult is it to renovate an older building,” Heintel said. “Replacing Forest Hills and replacing parts of Parkwood and Piedmont is the way to go instead of trying to renovate these buildings. It's just not in anyone's best interest to keep doing this. Every time we get somewhere we find something else that needs to be done – over and over and over again.”
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I love “Star Wars,” so I was excited to hear from a reader whose neighbor had decorated their front lawn with the movie characters for Halloween. Luckily, the homeowner had tons of photos of the display, including one of Baby Yoda and The Mandalorian. The hardest part about this design was choosing which characteres to feature. Sorry Han Solo.
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Most of the time, creativity strikes me in the moment. I played around with many designs for this story about Triple Threat Fencing Academy in Indian Trail before eventually landing on the crossing swords. I remember it taking a lot of trial and error to angle the swords and get the photos of the fencers in the right position, but it was worth it in the end.
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Microsoft Corporation currently has the following openings in Charlotte, NC (job opportunities available at all levels, e.g., Principal, Senior and Lead levels). Program Managers: Coordinate program Development of comp. sw apps, systems or srvcs working w/development & product planning teams. http://bit.ly/MSJobs_ProgMgr http://bit.ly/MSJobs_HW_ProgMgr http://bit.ly/MSJobs_ProdQlty_Supp http://bit.ly/MSJobs_IT_ProgMgr
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Software Engineers: Responsible for developing or testing comp. sw apps, systems or services. http://bit.ly/MSJobs_SDE http://bit.ly/MSJobs_IT_SDE
NOW HIRING Delivery Drivers! For our Union County Routes. Weekly Routes Available. Contact us at adsales@cmgweekly.com for details.
Support Engineers / Support Escalation Engineers / Escalation Engineer: Install, configure, support & troubleshoot issues. http://bit.ly/MSJobs_Support_Eng Support Engineer: Install, Configure, support & troubleshoot issues. req dom & intl travel up to 25%. https://jobs-microsoft.icims.com/jobs/20954/go/job Multiple positions available. To view detailed job descriptions and minimum requirements, and to apply, visit the website address listed. EOE.
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