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CHARLOTTE – The LYNX Silver Line is no longer a light rail project extending from Uptown Charlotte to Matthews. The Charlotte Area Transit System is exploring the idea of extending the project into Union and Gaston counties. Jason Lawrence, a senior planner with CATS, said during a recent Facebook Live chat that the current
recommendation for the Silver Line is a 26-mile light rail service running from Belmont to Matthews – and potentially Stallings. He cited interest from Union County communities. Stallings leaders adopted a resolution Jan. 28 supporting the extension of the LYNX Silver Line into their town. Councilwoman Lynda Paxton said during that meeting that town representatives met with CATS
CEO John Lewis in July to express interest in the Silver Line, which is slated to end at Central Piedmont Community College's Levine Campus in Matthews. That's not far from the site of a future Atrium Health hospital in Stallings. “Hopefully, if we continue to show interest in this project, we can get it extended down the corridor to Matthews-Indian Trial Road and connect it maybe with the hospital,” Paxton said.
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Students at Piedmont High School are supporting each other through Break the Silence. The club helps students share feelings they don't feel comfortable telling adults. Photos courtesy of Ashley Ford
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WAXHAW – Dr. Shane Markey proudly showcases his Irish upbringing by associating a shamrock with his practice. “You can't help but smile when you see it,” Markey said. “I wanted a symbol that can link me as a man who's Irish and families here that have an Irish heritage. It's the perfect emblem to be recognized.” Markey would often visit family members who lived in New York and fell in love with kinship America had. He sold his successful practice of nine years in the United Kingdom to live in the States, despite having to apply for his dentistry degree again. Markey said it took a year to build Three Leaf Orthodontics from the ground up to ensure the design of the office was to his liking. Patients are treated in an open area with other patients beside them. Markey said having an open bay is a traditional orthodontal setup, which is based on the idea of behavior modeling. “If you have a child or a teen adjust to each other, it becomes less about having a procedure or treatment but more of the social aspect of seeing another person's ease,”
Dr. Shane Markey created the slogan “making friends, creating smiles” for his practice, Three Leaf Orthodontics, in Waxhaw. Dante Miller/UCW photo
Markey said. “Their behavior is comfortable and calm. That's why we have a five-chair bay.” Patients can talk and laugh with one another. Markey says many of his patients are classmates, friends or neighbors. “This is a family-orientated area,” he said. “I'm literally in the middle of all these schools and parents find that see ORTHO, Page 2A
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MONROE – After attempting to take her life, Piedmont High School senior Micah Fagala realized she couldn't have been the only student consumed with depression and anxiety. Fagala's sophomore year was hectic. She became overwhelmed with juggling her personal life, school and volleyball. “During that time, I felt alone,” Fagala said. “I was closed off from my family and distant from my friends. My depression consumed me, and I wanted everything to stop.” After her suicide attempt, she had an epiphany in the hospital. She started reaching out to her peers and listening to their stories. In December 2018, she talked to her mother about an idea for a new club, where teens can talk to their peers about anxiety, depression and suicide. Her mother thought it was a great idea. She later went to school officials to start Break the Silence. With the guidance of school counselors and club sponsors, the student-led club aims to eliminate the stigmas surrounding mental health. Members educate their peers and faculty on detecting suicide warning signs and how to recognize when a student is going through depression or anxiety.
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INDIAN TRAIL – The Union County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man on murder charges after a preliminary autopsy determined his 2-yearold son died from blunt force trauma. Louis-Charles Gilbert Chenier was staying with his father, Alden John Whitehead, over the Whitehead weekend, but when his mother came to pick Louis up, she found him unresponsive on the bedroom floor, according to the sheriff’s office. Whitehead was in another part of the house at the time when she found the boy, the sheriff’s office said. The mother called 911 at 12:42 p.m. April 7. Emergency personnel responded to the call, but Louis had already died. The sheriff’s office arrived to the home in the 5900 block of Senconee Drive with crime scene investigators and detectives. Details were limited until the next day. That’s when the sheriff’s office arrested Whitehead, 30, on charges of first-degree murder and child abuse inflicting serious injury. News of the boy’s death evoked feelings of sorrow and anger in the community. “I’ve seen horrible things in my life working in the medical field, but I will never understand this,” Chera Hamilton wrote on the sheriff’s office’s Facebook wall. “Pray for all whom loves this sweet baby.” Some people expressed outrage at Whitehead, while others came to the father’s defense. David Cashion mentioned how Whitehead couldn’t bring himself to kill a dog that killed his favorite pet. Brittany Butler posted that she trusted Whitehead with her child. “He has always been a very loving father I can say first hand,” Butler said. “There has to be more to this story and I know he loved his kids a lot so I wish everyone could just wait and see more to the story.” Whitehead is in Union County Jail with no bond. His next court date is May 7.
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CONTACT US Joseph Michelini, a student at Cutherbertson High, caught Dunkin’s attention after his“promposal” to girlfriend, Maite Figuroa, on its street-side letter board. A Dunkin’ enthusiast from age 2, he convinced the store crew to post “Will You Go to Prom with Me, Maite?” on their sign. She said yes. Dunkin’ surprised the couple and their friends with a pre-party, followed by transportation in a limousine shuttle stocked with Dunkin’s signature coffee and espresso drinks, donut bouquets and swag. Photo courtesy of Drew Porcello
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MONROE – The Union County Education Foundation will hold the fifth annual Sweet Salute celebration to recognize the recipients of their senior scholarship. Students were required to write an essay about an influential UCPS teacher and recipients of the scholarship create a surprise video tribute to the teacher. The event is the grand reveal of these videos. A panel of judges will choose the top three students who they think had the most creative and sentimental video and award them additional money. The free event will be held May 16 at the Wingate University Batte Center. The reception will start at 6:30 p.m. and the videos debut at 7 p.m. Guests can indulge in light appetizers, desserts and a candy bar. Register at www.ucedfoundation.org by May 14. Seats are limited to 165 guests.
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Twenty students, however, did take their mental illness seriously by attending the first club meeting to Fagala's surprise. The number of people who attend varies. Thirteen students attended the most recent meeting. Walker knows of a few other schools with similar clubs, but she hopes Piedmont's Break the Silence will serve as a model for other schools to follow. “There's a huge need for clubs like this,” Walker said. “Some students can't afford a therapist – with or without insurance, it's expensive. These students are experiencing anxiety, trauma and depression. For years we have operated with few social workers. We do have a counselor in each building, and we do have a mental health therapist that has increased since I've been here but more needs to be done.” More than 200 UCPS staff members will receive specific training in suicide intervention protocols by the end of the school year. In the future, Walker hopes to find a way to focus on helping parents who have children with a mental illness. Fagala is excited to see how the club evolves. She knows it will be in good hands once she graduates. As for now, Fagala is looking forward to prom.
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“If there's a video, I'll watch it first to see if it's appropriate for the students to watch. After that, it's all on them,” math teacher and club supervisor Allison Behr said. “They lead and run the entire discussion.” Despite knowing her family would have listened and provided support during her depression, Fagala didn't feel comfortable talking to her parents. Her mother is a school nurse. Belle Walker, lead school social worker for Union County, said this is all too common for teens. “Teens talk to teens,” Walker said. “Teenagers usually don't go to their parents or teachers when it comes to how they feel, especially since there's such a stigma surrounding mental illnesses.” Fagala said people don't take mental illness seriously. “If I had a broken arm, I would have to go to the hospital and put on a cast so that I can get better,” Fagala said. “It's the same with mental illness, but because it's something that people can't see, they don't take it as serious.”
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community, and they want to look good.” Markey's primary goal is to make sure every one of his patients feel as comfortable, happy and at home as he does. “I've dropped anchor,” he said. “I call it home.” Want to go? Three Leaf Orthodontics is located at 8412 New Town Road, Waxhaw. Visit www. threeleafortho.com or call 704-727-6868.
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Final Fork Edible Eight Sweet 16
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Munch Madness
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5 Poppy Seeds Bagels
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7 Emmet’s Social Table
11 Mama’s Pizza & Pasta
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10 South Main Street Barbeque
13 New Asia Market 6 Phat Daddy’s Cafe 11 Mama’s Pizza & Pasta
3 Carnitas Mexican 3 Carnitas Mexican Guanajuato Guanajuato 14 Ararat 17 7 Mario’s Italian Restaurant
2 Moochie’s Tavern
7 Emmet’s Social Table
2 Maxwell’s Tavern
4 Hickory Tavern
11 Mama’s Pizza & Pasta
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5 Poppy Seeds Bagels 12 Lucy’s Bake and Deli
4 Hickory Tavern
3 Mary O’Neill’s 7 Emmet’s Social Table
8 Saveeda’s American Bistro 9 Sabor Latin Street Grill
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2 Maxwell’s Tavern
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15 Fresh Chef Restaurant
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8 Your GG’s Kitchen
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6 Mia Famiglia
11 Omega Coney Island
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$785,000
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$491,000
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$680,000
$629,000
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$330,000
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$464,000
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$290,000
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$434,000
$435,000
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Providence Downs 1505 Alydar Court 11-Mar
$390,000
$765,000
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$186,000
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$302,000 $421,000
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$345,750
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$310,000
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$189,900
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$239,000 $199,990
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22-Mar 21-Mar 5-Mar
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$425,000
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$355,000
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$1,110,000
12-Mar
$365,000
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Conservancy at Waxhaw Creek 6124 Hawk View Road 29-Mar $290,000
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Harrington Hall 2810 Harrington Place 8-Mar
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Harrison Park 1901 Dunsmore Lane 26-Mar
$204,000
Heathwood 10321 Rutledge Court 7-Mar
$291,000
Hillcrest 609 Jackson Ave. 333 Anne Ave.
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Lael Plantation 7706 Davis Road 20-Mar
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Providence Grove 8128 Calistoga Lane 29-Mar 8212 Brisbin Drive 25-Mar 8117 Acacia Court 15-Mar
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Triple C Mini Ranches 9308 Mcelroy Road 7-Mar
$360,000
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$390,000
Weddington Chase 7907 Rockland Trail 29-Mar
$735,000
Weddington Estates 212 Larkfield Drive 29-Mar
$430,000
Weddington Trace 7713 Yellowhorn Trail 27-Mar
$620,000
Wesley Oaks 507 Springwood Drive 13-Mar 705 Palmerston Lane 7-Mar
$368,900 $445,000
Wesley Springs 1112 Woodwinds Drive 11-Mar
$303,000
Woodhall 9215 Woodhall Lake Dr. 22-Mar
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Wyndmoor 104 Mcneil Court
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Warrior boys, Cavs girls dominate county championship
Cuthbertson (top) cleaned up with 17 combined titles at the Union County Track and Field Championships. Trevor Grant (below) won the long jump and triple jump. Photos courtesy of Cuthbertson athletics
WAXHAW – The Cuthbertson girls and Weddington boys ran away with the team titles at the Union County track and field championships April 4 at Cuthbertson. The Cuthbertson girls were sensational, winning 13 of the 18 events while the Warriors cleaned up eight titles and the host Cavs placed second with four. Below are all county winners grouped by school: Girls • Cuthbertson: (13 titles) Anyha Goode, (100 and 200 meters); Mackenzie Townsend, (400 meters); Kaitlyn St. Hilaire, (3,200); Netanya Linares, (100 hurdles, high jump, pole vault and long jump); Jade McLain (triple jump); Kaleigh Million (discus); 4x100 relay (Goode, Addison Benz, Kailyn Hayes and Trista Taylor; 4x200 (Goode, Benze, Dahlia Cutler and Townsend); 4x400 (Presley Worf, Angelina
Mangiapanella, Alanna Churchill and Celine Kirchner) • Weddington: (three) Sarah Bechtel,( 800 and 1,600); 4x800 (Sydney Burke, Anna Davis, Anna Ritter and Emma Jones) • Forest Hills: (two) Trinity Gatewood, (300 hurdles); Anna Starnes, (shot put) Boys • Weddington: (eight) Emerson Douds, (100, 200 and 400 meters); Kyle Durham (800 and 1,600 meters); Alec Mock (shot put and discus); 4x800 (Wesley Durham Larson, Stephen Larson, Chase Barajas and Jake Toomey) • Cuthbertson: (four) Trevor Grant (long jump and triple jump); 4x200 (Bradon Black, Ashton Spangler, Aidan McNally and Ryan Kobziak); 4x400 (Trevor Townsend, Aaron Zimmerman, Brandon Moore and Jaelin Goode); • Monroe: (two) Joshua Marsh (110 and 300 hurdles) • Union Academy: (one) Daniel Hasty,
(triple jump) • Parkwood: (one) Marcus Hesske, (pole vault) • Piedmont: (one) John Ciprich, (3,200 meters) • Sun Valley: (one) 4x100 (Decue Wilson, Cameron Maddox, Jalen Bethune, Jalen and Isaiah Hall) Meanwhile, Marvin Ridge and Metrolina Christian represented the county at the Queen City Relays, which took place April 6 at Myers Park High School. Marvin Ridge’s Caroline Blanton won the 3,200, and Emma Stone took first in the pole vault while the girls distance medley relay took second. The boys earned first-place finishes from Ethan Basinger (pole vault) and Quinn Cokley (high jump). In addition, the Mavs team of Jason Blizzard, Jackson Colling, Connor Gross and Gunner Hogston won the distance medley relay while the 4x400 relay team took second. Metrolina Christian’s Lance Penegar won the shot put and was fourth in the discus.
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WAXHAW – Marvin Ridge is riding a seven-game win streak, as well as a three-game shutout streak where they’ve outscored their opponents 25-0. The streak began on March 29 at Parkwood when senior star Gabby Baylog tossed a five-hit shutout that included 10 strikeouts to just one walk in the 5-0 win. Baylog Baylog was again terrific April 3, posting a complete game five-hit shutout that featured six strikeouts. She tossed a five-inning no hitter, striking out nine while walking just one, in an 18-0 win over Weddington. Baylog, who has signed with Coastal Carolina, has been dominant all year. She is 9-2 this season with a 0.68 ERA. In 72 innings, she has struck out 117 batters and in her last nine starts, Baylog has allowed a total of four earned runs. The Mavs are 9-2 overall atop the Southern Carolinas Conference with a 7-1 mark.
After winning streak, Pirate softball now stumbling
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McKeehan had a big hand in the Warriors winning the final two of a three-game series with Marvin Ridge last week. The Air Force commit struck out seven over five innings of work on the mound to get a win, and was 6-for-9 at the plate. Weddington is tied with Cuthbertson atop the SCC. Are you a coach and know an incredible athlete you’d like us to feature? email us at Andrew@cmgweekly.com
INDIAN TRAIL – The Porter Ridge softball team caught fire after sneaking out an 8-7 nine-inning affair in mid-March and went on to win six straight against some of the Southwestern 4A bottom-feeders. Since then, the Pirates have dropped two of three and fallen to a tied for second place with Hickory Ridge as the two set to close the regular seeding April 18 in a game that will decide second place in the conference and playoff seeding for the upcoming NCHSAA tournament. The mini-slide began March 28 when the Pirates lost 8-7 to Hickory Ridge. Porter Ridge banged out 15 hits and got three each from Hailey Jernigan, Lauren Love, Jessica Benckert and Kenlynn Walker. On April 3, the Pirates bounced back with a 4-3 win over Butler, but squandered a 3-0 lead in a 9-3 loss to conference-leading Independence the following night.
Parkwood softball heating up, scoring runs MONROE – The Parkwood softball team has won six of their past seven games while averaging well over eight runs per game to climb back into the Southern Carolinas standings.
In their most recent win April 4, the Rebels got two hits apiece from Hailey Simpson and Avery Bellai, but could not muster any more offense in the game. Still, they found a way to take advantage of four Piedmont errors and beat the Panthers 4-2. Freshman pitcher Jillian Thomas scattered seven hits across seven innings, but didn’t walk anyone and struck out four to earn the win. The Panthers have rotated some with Thomas, Anna Laney, Grace Crocker and Serena Yalich all seeing time in the circle. It’s been the same at the plate with big bats Amber Parker, Sarah Harkins, Jenna Whelan and Natalie Ruth putting up some of the team’s bigger numbers.
Piedmont baseball takes two of three from Rebels MONROE – The Piedmont baseball team pulled out the series win over Parkwood after defeating the Rebels 8-2 in the rubber match April 4. The Panthers opened the series with a come-from-behind walkoff win after they scored two in the bottom of the seventh to win 5-4. Colby Lamm, Chad Sikes, Dominic Ciccone, Tyler Wiley and Carter DuHaime drove in runs for Piedmont. Aidan Specht tossed three innings of scoreless relief to get the win. Josh Rodriguez, Austin Laney and Carson Davis all drove in runs while Jesse Harkey scored twice for Parkwood. The next day, the Rebels defeated Piedmont, 10-0. Harkey drove in three, Austin Burns had a pair of hits and Andrei Beal drove in two and tossed a complete game six-hit shutout with seven strikeouts for the Rebels. In the rubber match, DuHaime went 2-for-3 with four RBIs. Lamm and Blake Smith combined on a one-hitter.
Golfers qualify for Siler City invitational SILER CITY – Several area golfers advanced to the Jimmy Anderson Boys' Invitational based on performances at the qualifer held April 6 at Siler City Country Club. Union County residents advancing include Caleb Surratt (Indian Trail), Nicholas Song (Waxhaw), Karsten Shields (Monroe), Luke Cashion (Waxhaw) and Christopher Poor (Marvin). The Jimmy Anderson Boys' Invitational takes place April 13 to 14 at the Jacksonville Country Club in Jacksonville.
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If you see a celebrity like Mr. T out in the community, do not let the opportunity of getting him on your smartphone pass you by. Your friends and family will pity you, fool. UCW file photo
Summer soundtrack By Justin Vick
A REGIONAL GUIDE TO OUTDOOR CONCERTS
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ou may lack the money and time to travel the country to see the likes of Carrie Underwood, Drake, Maroon 5 or The Rolling Stones perform in concert, but that doesn’t mean you have sit home alone listening to your phone. Families can plan their whole summer around outdoor concerts thanks to neighboring towns and some of the larger shopping centers. Many of these festivals complement the music with children’s activities, food trucks and craft beer. Here’s what’s happening around the region:
Matthews: Food Truck Fridays
The festival offers food trucks, craft beer, wine and children’s activities from 5 to 9 p.m. on the second and fourth Fridays, April to September, at Stumptown Park, 120 S. Trade St. April 12: The Catalinas April 26: Chicago Rewired May 24: Terence Young June 14: Michael Cosner June 28: DeCarlo July 12: Carolina Soul July 26: KRVE Aug. 9: Party Parrot Band Aug. 23: Gal Friday Sept. 13: Sonic Rewind Sept. 27: Band of Oz
Mint Hill: Family Fun Nights
The town hosts monthly events from June
to October, including a Back to School Pep Rally (Aug. 17) and Tina Ross Afternoon in the Park (Oct. 5). Concerts include bounce houses, face painting and corn hole at town hall, 4430 Mint Hill Village Lane. June 8: U-Phonik July 13: Steven Metz Band Sept. 7: Delta Fire
Stallings: Tribute to Summer
Aug. 15: The Catalinas Sept. 19: Too Much Sylvia
Waxhaw: Jammin’ by the Tracks
You probably won’t get lost trying to find Waxhaw’s signature music series. The concerts are 7 to 9 p.m. on the first Friday from May to October under the Waxhaw Water Tower. May 3: Vinyl Tones June 7: Aerial View July 5: Off the Record Aug. 2: Carolina Keller Band Sept. 6: Honky Tonk Outlaws
Stallings has curated a concert schedule sure to attract Jimmy Buffet, Toto, KISS and Eagles fans. Town staff has booked popular tribute bands to perform from 7 to 9:30 p.m. the first Friday in May through September at Stallings Park, 242 Stallings Road. May 3: The Party Parrot Charlotte: River Jam Band (Jimmy Buffet tribute) PNC Music Pavilion June 7: Bless the Rains (Toto tribute) Music at the Fountain Aug. 2: Love Gun (KISS Music on the Green tribute) Sept. 6: On the Border (EaPage 4B gles tribute)
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Indian Trail: HITs After Six
This series kicked off April 4 and continues 6 to 9 p.m. on select Thursdays at Crossing Paths Park, 120 Blythe Drive. There’s a bounce house, face painting and yard games, as well as food, beer and wine to buy. May 16: Kids in America
Monroe: Music on Main
Downtown Monroe attracts some of the most popular festival bands in the South. They perform 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on the fourth Thursday from May to September. April 18: The Tams May 23: Earth to Mars June 27: Radio Revolver July 25: The Legacy Motown Revue Aug. 22: The Catalinas Sept. 26: The Entertainers
Pineville: Rock’n & Reel’n
Pineville boasts free music and movies
see CONCERTS, Page 4B
Picture this 10 tips for the perfect social media shots From food to family, sunsets to pets, there may be no greater use of mobile devices these days than posting FOMO-inducing photos. Note to non-millennials, FOMO means fear of missing out. If your phone has a camera (and almost all do these days), you can be a photographer. All it takes is some practice and some basic tips to turn your photos from cute snapshots into social media sensations. T-Mobile has rounded up 10 important lessons that will make your photos cleaner, better and more "like"-able. 1. Focus, Focus, Focus No one likes a blurry picture! When you're taking a photo, keep your hands steady and make sure you focus on your subject so that you get the clearest shot. On most smartphone cameras, you can focus on an object by tapping on it on the screen. Some phones can even auto-focus and turn on auto-exposure for that object or person. 2. Grab a Friend Instead of using your own phone's light to capture images in dark spaces, get a friend to help. Ask them to turn on their phone's see PICTURE, Page 4B
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Charlotte Knights fine-tune their winning formula Circle K Corner Club, Sabor Latin Street Grill & new promotional schedule among changes by Paul Nielsen paul@cmgweekly.com
CHARLOTTE – Falling snow and winter-like temperatures on April 2 didn’t dampen the spirits of officials with the Charlotte Knights Triple-A Minor League Baseball team just two days before the start of the team’s sixth season in Uptown Charlotte. The Chicago White Sox affiliate opened the first of 70 home games this season on April 4 and team officials are predicting another solid season on and off the field. The Knights’ roster has several top young prospects to go with a mix of veterans who have played in the
major leagues. Off the field, a loaded promotional schedule features visits by nine notable celebrities, an Uptown BB&T Ballpark-record 19 firework shows, four collectible bobblehead giveaways and Homer The Dragon’s 30th Birthday Celebration. “What fantastic support we have had through those first five years, and we are looking for another great year this year,” Knights general manager Rob Egan said. “There are a lot of additions and fun things coming to the ballpark. It’s going to be an exciting year.” One of the biggest changes is that Section 123 is no more. The
seats have been ripped out and the section has been converted into Circle K Corner Club in the leftfield corner that can accommodate 40 people. It features a drink rail, and there is access to a bar and food areas. “We wanted to create another hospitality area,” Egan said. “That is what our fans have been telling us. Our hospitality areas, thankfully, book up very quickly. It’s a great setting. It’s a two-tiered area. That is the biggest physical change you will see in the ballpark.’’ Egan also said the popular Sabor Latin Street Grill is a new food vendor in the ballpark this season. The Knights led all of Minor
Bark in the Park is among the most popular promotions at Charlotte Knights games. The next one is June 3. UCW file photo
League Baseball in average attendance for the fourth time in five seasons after averaging 8,980 fans in 2018, including 23 sellout crowds. A total of 619,639 fans
walked through the gates of the ballpark last season. In five seasons, 3,233,451 fans have watched the see KNIGHTS, Page 2B
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Knights play. The most-visited venue in all of Minor League Baseball since 2014 has welcomed 133 sell-out crowds while averaging 9,238 fans a game over five seasons. Before moving to Uptown in 2014, the Knights played in Fort Mill, where they averaged just 3,803 fans a game. “It’s incredible the turnout, and the results that we have had,” said Chief Operating Officer Dan Rajkowski. “Charlotte has supported this club tremendously, and we are very proud of it. You work on the things that have worked for you, and you be creative. To keep it fresh is important.” Manager Mark Grudzielanek, who is in his third year with the Knights, has been in a lot of baseball stadiums but said BB&T Ballpark is second to none. “You can’t forget about the fans,” Grudzielanek said. “They make it all the more special. It is a great place to play for these kids. It’s a beautiful city, a beautiful ballpark, and the fans come out and watch. What more can you want? For the players that haven’t been here, I’m sure it is going to be eye-opening.” On the web: www.milb. com/charlotte-knights/tick ets/single-game-tickets. Charlotte Knights Promotional Schedule: April 4/24: Andre Dawson appearance 4/25: Thirsty Thursday 4/26: Friday Night Fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT, Queen City Replica jersey giveaway to first 1,500 kids presented by Atrium Health
4/28: Sunbelt Sunday presented by Sunbelt Rentals and Kids Run the Bases presented by Killingsworth Environmental 4/29: $1 Hot Dogs presented by Sahlen’s 4/30: Andruw Jones appearance May 5/1: Education Day presented by Duke Energy 5/14: Star Wars Knight with Good Knight Charlie Bobblehead giveaway to first 2,000 fans 5/15: White Sox Wednesday 5/16: Thirsty Thursday 5/17: Friday Night Fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT 5/18: 14th Annual Pink Knights with Pink Baseball giveaway to first 2,000 ladies presented by Charlotte Radiology 5/19: Sunbelt Sunday presented by Sunbelt Rentals featuring Princess Day and Girl Scouts Day with Kids Run the Bases presented by Killingsworth Environmental 5/24: Friday Night Fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT 5/26: Fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT, Sunbelt Sunday presented by Sunbelt Rentals and Kids Run the Bases presented by Killingsworth Environmental 5/27: $1 Hot Dogs presented by Sahlen’s June 6/3: Bark in the Ballpark presented by Williams Subaru 6/4: BB&T Power Bank giveaway to first 2,000 fans presented by BB&T 6/5: Ricky “The Dragon” appearance, White Sox Wednesday 6/6: Tribute to “Parks & Recreation” with Shauna Malwae-Tweep (Alison Becker) appearance & T-shirt giveaway to first 2,000 fans, Thirsty Thursday 6/7: Friday Night Fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT, Scout Sleepover presented by Kellogg’s 6/8: Field of Dreams Night with John Kinsella (Dwier Brown) appearance & Pre-Game Catch on the Field, Fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT 6/9: Eloy Jiménez Bobblehead giveaway to first 2,000 fans, Copa de la Diversión with players wearing Charlotte Caballeros jerseys, Sunbelt Sunday presented by Sunbelt Rentals and Kids Run the Bases presented by Killingsworth Environmental 6/19: Mookie Wilson appearance 6/20: Thirsty Thursday 6/21: Friday Night Fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT, Health Fair presented by Atrium Health 6/22: Day/Night Doubleheader with Uptown Chowdown for game one (1:05 p.m.) / Fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT after game two (7:04 p.m.) 6/26: White Sox Wednesday 6/27: Thirsty Thursday, Vs. Cancer Night presented by Great Clips July 7/4: WBT SkyShow with fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT, Thirsty Thursday
7/5: Friday Night Fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT 7/7: Major League Night with Roger Dorn (Corbin Bernsen) appearance, Sunbelt Sunday presented by Sunbelt Rentals and Kids Run the Bases presented by Killingsworth Environmental 7/11: Tribute to “Friends” with T-shirt giveaway to first 2,000 fans, Thirsty Thursday 7/12: Friday Night Fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT 7/13: Fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT 7/14: Marvel Super Hero Day with appearances from Spider-Man & Black Panther, Sunbelt Sunday presented by Sunbelt Rentals and Kids Run the Bases presented by Killingsworth Environmental 7/23: Copa de la Diversión with players wearing Charlotte Caballeros jerseys, Charlotte Caballeros Lunch Cooler giveaway to first 2,000 fans presented by BB&T, 7/24: White Sox Wednesday 7/25: The Sandlot Night with Smalls (Tom Guiry) appearance, Thirsty Thursday 7/26: Friday Night Fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT 7/27: Jimmy Buffett Night with Matt Parrott “Parrott Head” Bobblehead giveaway to first 2,000 fans, Fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT 7/28: Bark in the Ballpark presented by Williams Subaru, Sunbelt Sunday presented by Sunbelt Rentals and Kids Run the Bases presented by Killingsworth Environmental August 8/1: Tribute to “Seinfeld” with J. Peterman (John O’Hurley) appearance, T-shirt giveaway to first 2,000 fans, Thirsty Thursday 8/15: Thirsty Thursday 8/16: Friday Night Fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT 8/17: Copa de la Diversión with players wearing Charlotte Caballeros jerseys, Fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT 8/18: Sunbelt Sunday presented by Sunbelt Rentals and Kids Run the Bases presented by Killingsworth Environmental 8/23: Friday Night Fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT 8/24: Fireworks presented by BB&T and News Talk 1110 / 99.3 WBT, Mystery Ball Night presented by Hospitality House of Charlotte, Sox Saturday 8/25: Sunbelt Sunday presented by Sunbelt Rentals and Kids Run the Bases presented by Killingsworth Environmental 8/26: National Dog Day with Bark in the Ballpark presented by Williams Subaru and $1 Hot Dogs presented by Sahlen’s 8/29: Thirsty Thursday Want to go to BB&T Ballpark? Where: 324 S. Mint St. Capacity: 10,200 Year Opened: 2014 Cost: $54 million Surface: Grass
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ARTS BRIEFS Indian Trail issues walking challenge
Two buckets may be needed for Indian Trail’s Hop-To-IT Easter Festival. Photo courtesy of Town of Indian Trail
Kids race to find 20,000 eggs INDIAN TRAIL – The Town of Indian Trail plans to spread 20,000 eggs across Chestnut Square Park on April 13 as part of its HopTo-IT Easter Festival. They aren’t necessarily hidden, more like piled or heaped. “Look, we like Easter egg hunts as much as the next town … but what we like even more is giving out a ton of free candy by throwing out a ridiculous amount of eggs right there in front of the kids for them to fill their Easter egg baskets,” said Hayden Kramer, special events coordinator. “No kid is going home from Indian Trail’s Hop-To-IT without enough candy to make them smile for a while.” The event, sponsored by Koerich Orthodontics, will include photos with the Easter Bunny and other crafts and activities. Hunters should arrive early with their parents or guardians so they can register for different hunting times. The event will begin at 10 a.m., with hunts staggered so each age group gets a chance to find eggs. The park is located at 320 Chestnut Pkwy. Visit www.itsparksandrec.com for details.
CATA performs 'Rock of Ages' MONROE – Central Academy of Technology and Arts will take audiences back in time to a simpler era when hair was big and the music was epic. Theater students present “Rock of Ages” at 7 p.m. April 11 or 12, as well as 2 and 7 p.m. April 13. Tickets cost $10 for regular performances. Buy them at www.cata.seatyourself.biz. With a live band onstage, “Rock of Ages” will have you singing and dancing in the aisles. A special performance starts at 6 p.m. April 10. Tickets cost $30 for individuals and $50 for couples. Buy fundraiser tickets at www.cataperformingartsptso.com/donationsparty-tickets.html.
INDIAN TRAIL – The Indian Trail Parks and Recreation Department’s newest community engagement program, Walk IT Out, is focused on providing health and wellness opportunities for people of all ages. The challenge encourages participants to walk at least of 5,000 steps a day, while keeping a “walking log” with the parks and rec team to help residents stick to their goals. The program kicked off this weekend at Crooked Creek Park with 78 participants. Weekly walking logs can be emailed to smd@indiantrail.org or turned in at town hall, 315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road. Walkers are encouraged to snap a photo of themselves in action at one of the parks and email it to show progress. People can participate as individuals or teams. The town has teamed up with Atrium Health, which has provided pedometers, tips and exercises for the program. Area businesses will help create awareness about healthy lifestyles. Prizes will be issued to the top walkers at the end of five weeks. Call Susan Didier at 704-821-2541 for details.
Food trucks returning to downtown Matthews MATTHEWS – The Town of Matthews is bringing back its Matthews Food Truck Fridays & Concert Series. The series runs from 5 to 9 p.m. on the second and fourth Fridays through Sept. 27 (except May 10) at Stumptown Park. This season will bring a lineup of local/ regional bands, inflatable interactives for kids, and a craft beer and wine pavilion. Area food and dessert trucks will provide varied menus. Diners are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets but are discouraged from bringing pets. Guests will have a good opportunity to explore other downtown merchants and entertainment spots while visiting. Seaboard Brewing will sell craft beer. Dover Vineyards will sell wine. “We are so excited about this combination of incredible bands and food trucks,” Special Events Manager Lee Anne Moore said. “This year, the concert lineup is amazing – beach, dance, country, 80s pop, 90s, jazz, classic rock.” Visit www.matthewsfun.com for details.
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THINGS TO DO April 12
Art Walk The Monroe Art Walk shows off art in the shops along downtown Monroe. 5:30-9 p.m.; downtown Monroe Classic Cars The 12th annual Classic Car Cruise In takes place in downtown Monroe. The event continues on the second Friday from April to October. 6-9 p.m.; downtown Monroe Outdoor Movie Union County Parks & Recreation screens “Incredibles 2” at Mathisen Square as part of its The Scene of Spring Outdoor Movie Series. The
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Egg Drop Aw Shucks! drops thousands of eggs from a helicopter at 11 a.m. and welcomes the Easter Bunny to meet children. The event includes games, prizes, food and petting zoo. 704709-7000 New York Times Syndication Sales 10 a.m.-1 p.m.;Corporation 3718 Plyler Mill Road, Monroe 620 Eighth Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10018
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Plant Sale The Union County Master Gardeners hold its spring plant sale at the Union County Agricultural Center. 704-283-3822 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; 3230 Presson Road, Monroe
Outdoor Movie The Town of Waxhaw screens “Wonder” during its Movies Under the Water Tower series. Food and drinks will be available. 704-8432196 8-10:30 p.m.; 116 McDonald St., Waxhaw
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April 14 • Milestone Club: Leith K. Ali • PNC Music Pavilion: Zac Brown Band
April 15 • Milestone Club: The Big Lonesome • Moochies: Mike Huffman
April 16 • Evening Muse: Jesse Lamar Williams & The Menastree Jazz Jam
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April 17 • Evening Muse: The Accidentals • Maxwell’s Tavern: Matthew Ablan
• Milestone Club: Daddy’s Beemer • Neighborhood Theatre: Charlie Hunter & Lucy Woodward • Trail House: FireByrd • Underground: Hatebreed
April 18 • Evening Muse: Stevie Tombstone & Drunken Prayer • Iron Thunder: Jade Moore
Venues Charlotte • Evening Muse: 3227 N. Davidson St. • Fillmore: 820 Hamilton St. • Milestone Club: 3400 Tuckaseegee Road • Neighborhood Theatre: 511 E. 36th St. • Ovens Auditorium: 2700 E. Independence Blvd. • PNC Music Pavilion: 707 Pavilion Blvd. • Underground: 820 Hamilton St. • Visulite: 1615 Elizabeth Ave. Indian Trail • Growler USA: 6443 Old Monroe Road • Sweet Union: 13717 E. Independence Blvd. • Trail House: 6751 Old Monroe Road Matthews • Beantown Tavern: 130 Matthews Station St. • Machu Picchu: 11329 E. Independence Blvd. • Moochies: 15060 Idlewild Road • Small Bar: 4320 Potters Road Mint Hill • CharBar: 7312 Town View Drive • Pour 64: 4410 Mint Hill Village Lane • Vintner’s Hill: 7427 Matthews-Mint Hill Road • Stooges Pub: 13230 Albemarle Road Monroe • Iron Thunder: 608 W. Roosevelt Blvd. • Roasted Bone: 350 E. Franklin St. • Southern Range: 151 S. Stewart St. • Treehouse Vineyards: 301 Bay St. Pineville • Pineville Tavern: 314 Polk St. Waxhaw • Maxwell’s Tavern: 112 E. South Main St.
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a fancy piece of equipment. Use household objects to make a steady stand when you want to get the entire family — and yourself — in the shot. Use books to prop up your phone and utilize the timer feature to run in at the last second and join the gang. 7. Harness the Power of the Sun Take advantage of that golden hour! At sunrise and sunset, the light is at its most dramatic and will give you the most beautiful pictures possible. Sunsets remind people of love and reflection, and that’s the kind of instant emotional response you want your photos to have. 8. But Keep the Sun in its Place Always try to take your pictures with the sun behind you. When you're forced to shoot in the sun, use the flash and get closer to your subjects to increase the flash's brightness and offset the sun's harsh rays. Bonus tip: Put your hand above the camera lens on a sunny day to stop lens flares. 9. Burst for Action If you want to capture a photo of that shining championship moment or your pet's special trick, try out “burst mode.” Using the mode will take several photos in quick succession with one click, and you can scroll through later to pick out the exact one you want. 10. Have Fun with Editing Download editing apps on your phone and go wild! You can pick different filters, finishes and special effects for your photos. Don't be afraid to experiment and find a unique editing style that's all your own. No matter where you go or what you do, these smartphone photo tips can help you capture life's best experiences.
DINING SCORES Health departments in Mecklenburg and Union counties reported these incidents March 29 to April 4: Indian Trail • Cathy's Coffee, 606 Indian Trail Road – 100 • China II, 5850 U.S. 74 – 99 • Food Lion meat market, 4423 Old Monroe Road – 98.5 • Food Lion deli, 4423 Old Monroe Road – 97 • Great China, 610 S. Indian Trail Road – 98.5 • Smoothie King, 208 Postage Way – 96 Matthews • Dorians Deli & Grill, 1240 Matthews-Mint Hill Road – 96.5
• Food Lion deli/bakery, 3609 Matthews-Mint Hill Road – 100 • Food Lion market, 3609 Matthews-Mint Hill Road – 100 • Publix bakery/cafe, 3110 Fincher Farm Road – 99 • Publix deli, 3110 Fincher Farm Road – 97.5 • Temple Mojo, 195 N. Trade St. – 99 Monroe • Napoli Italian Restaurant, 2263 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 97 Waxhaw • Food Lion deli, 1301 N. Broome St. – 100 • Food Lion meat market, 1301 N. Broome St. – 99
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CONCERTS (continued from page 1B) (June 21 and July 26) “under the Carolina moon.” Concerts start at 7 p.m. at Pineville Lake Park, 1000 Johnston Drive. Food trucks will be at all concerts. Most will have an inflatable for children to bounce on. June 14: Rivermist June 30: Charlotte Symphony July 5: New Kids 90s Superfly Tribute Aug. 16: Ultimate Aldean w/ Brandon Davidson Sept. 20: DeCarlo
Fort Mill: Anne Springs Close Greenway Summer Concert Series
The seventh annual series is worth a trip over the state border. The series takes place 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursdays at the greenway, 250 Dairy Barn Lane. Admission is $5. Beer, wine and food trucks are available. June 6: Next Level Band June 13: HC Oakes Band June 20: Who Rescued Who June 27: Chunky Daddy July 4: Todd Johnson & the Revolvers July 11: Gal Friday Band July 18: Time Sawyer July 25: Party Parrot Band Aug. 1: Kids in America Aug. 8: Triple Play Aug. 15: KRVE
Charlotte: Music at the Fountain
Stonecrest at Piper Glen celebrates 20 years of tunes through its Music at the Fountain series. Bands are booked 7 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays at the shopping center’s fountain stage. The center is at 7900 Rea Road. April 12-13: Stella Rising April 19-20: Flute Praise April 26-27: Brubakers (Motel Soap) May 3-4: Jeff Edwards Band May 10-11: Woodie & The String Pullers May 17-18: Brubakers (Motel Soap) May 24-25: Leslie & Friends May 31-June 1: Flute Praise June 7-8: Leslie & Friends June 14-15: Dukes & Smith June 21-22: Brubakers (Motel Soap) June 28-29: Flute Praise July 5-6: Dukes & Smith July 12-13: Leslie & Friends July 19-20: Stella Rising July 26-27: Dukes & Smith Aug. 2-3: Leslie & Friends Aug. 9-10: Flute Praise Aug. 16-17: Brubakers (Motel Soap) Aug. 23-24: Woodie & The String Pullers Aug. 30-31: Dukes & Smith Sept. 6-7: Stella Rising Sept. 13-14: Leslie & Friends Sept. 20-21: Flute Praise Sept. 27-28: Woodie & The String Pullers
Charlotte: Music on the Green
Promenade on Providence offers 38 concerts through its Music on the Green Series. The free shows span 7 to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays from May to September at the center, 10844 Providence Road. Bring chairs and blankets. May 3: Stella Rising
May 4: Caution! Blind Driver May 10: Borderlyne May 11: Caution! Blind Driver May 17: The Stark Reality May 18: Leslie and Friends May 24: Stepside Deluxe May 25: Russell N’ Woods Band May 31: Leslie and Friends June 1: Stella Rising June 7: Borderlyne June 8: Music Machine June 14: Best in Class June 15: The In-Laws June 22: Music Machine June 28: Aerial View June 29: Nita B and Her Soiree July 6: Music Machine July 12: Nita B and Her Soiree July 13: Borderlyne July 19: The In-Laws July 20: Stepside Deluxe July 26: Stella Rising July 27: Leslie and Friends Aug. 2: Nita B and Her Soiree Aug. 3: Russell N’ Woods Band Aug. 9: The In-Laws Aug. 10:Aerial View Aug. 16: Caution! Blind Driver Aug. 17: The Stark Reality Aug. 23: Aerial View Aug. 24: Music Machine Aug. 30: Russell N’ Woods Band Aug. 31: Stepside Deluxe Sept. 6: Russell N’ Woods Band Sept. 7: The Stark Reality Sept. 13: Aerial View Sept. 14: Music Machine
Charlotte: River Jam
The U.S. National Whitewater Center offers live music with a unique backdrop – the world’s largest manmade whitewater river. The event spans 7 to 10 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, May to September, at the venue, 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy. May 3: The Trongone Band May 4: Preachervan May 9: Shamarr Allen May 10: Oliver Hazard May 11: Kendall Street Company May 16: Travers Brothership May 17: Old Salt Union May 18: Vintage Pistol May 23: The Hackensaw Boys May 24: Trapper Schoepp May 25: Ben Sparaco and the New Effect May 26: Memorial Day Celebration May 30: Red Wanting Blue May 31: Anthony Gomes June 1: Songs From The Road Band June 6: Strong Water June 7: Emma’s Lounge June 8: The High Divers June 13: David Childers June 14: Nick Schnebelen June 15: Hannah Wicklund & The Steppin Stones June 20: Upstate June 21: The Orange Constant June 22: The Vegabonds June 27: Empire Strikes Bass June 28: Sleepwalkers June 29: Coddle Creek July 3-4: Fourth of July Celebration July 5: Little Tybee July 6: Funk Vs. Bluegrass July 11: Sam Burchfield July 12: Wood and Wire July 13: C2 & The Brothers Reed July 18: Dangermuffin July 19: Jeff Crosby & The Refugees July 20: Naughty Professor July 25: Arkansauce July 26: Caleb Caudle
July 27: Jared & The Mill Aug. 1: Funk You Aug. 2: Ian Ferguson Aug. 8: Hedonistas Aug. 9: Albert Castiglia Aug. 10: Sol Driven Train Aug. 15: Wild Adriatic Aug. 16: Guthrie Brown Aug. 17: Maradeen Aug. 22: Trae Pierce & The T-Stones Aug. 23: The Floorboards Aug. 24: Voodoo Visionary Aug. 29: Midnight North Aug. 30: The Volts Aug. 31: The Contenders Sept. 1: Labor Day Celebration Sept. 5: Winston Ramble Sept. 6: Cranford Hollow Sept. 7: Tellico Sept. 12: Yarn Sept. 13: Big Daddy Love Sept. 14: South Hill Banks Sept. 19: Brother Oliver Sept. 20: Honey Island Swamp Band Sept. 26: Folk Soul Revival Sept. 27: AFTM Sept. 28: The Get Right Band Oct. 5: Fall Festival
Charlotte: Sounds of Summer
Formerly known as Live on the Green, this series features folk and Americana music, as well as food trucks, craft beer and wine. The series takes place 7 to 10 p.m. at First Ward Park, 301 E. Seventh St. May 3: Younger Mountain String Band w/Hank, Pattie & The Current June 14: Hiss Golden Messenger w/ The Dead Tongues Aug. 9: Brett Dennen w/ Emily Sage Sept. 13: Keller & The Keels w/ Coddle Creek
Charlotte: PNC Music Pavilion
The pavilion, located at 707 Pavilion Drive, attracts national tours. This summer’s line-up features hit-makers from various generations, including KISS, Smashing Pumpkins, Nelly and Rascal Flatts. These concerts require paid tickets. April 14: Zac Brown Band May 16: Bob Seger May 17: Chris Young June 2: Luke Bryan June 14: Thomas Rhett June 21: Phish June 27: Rascal Flatts June 28: Dead and Company June 29: Disrupt Festival July 7: Tedeschi Trucks Band July 12: Goo Goo Dolls & Train July 13: Luke Combs July 19: Dave Matthews Band July 20: Tom Joyner July 21: Third Eye Blind & Jimmy Eat World July 22: Iron Maiden July 26: Nelly w/ TLC & Flo Rida July 27: Florida Georgia Line Aug. 8: Dierks Bentley Aug. 10: KISS Aug. 11: Kids Bop Live! Aug. 13: Santana w/ the Doobie Brothers Aug. 14: Heart w/ Joan Jett & Elle King Aug. 17: Breaking Benjamin Aug. 20: Smashing Pumpkins w/ Noel Gallagher Aug. 24: Brad Paisley Aug. 25: Beck and Cage the Elephant Aug. 30: Peter Frampton Sept. 5: Hootie and the Blowfish Sept. 12: Jason Aldean and Kane Brown
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One Mosquito Bite Could Kill Your Dog
It only takes ONE bite from an infected mosquito to transmit Heartworm Disease The worms are called ‘heartworms’ because the adults live in the heart, lungs, and associated blood vessels of an infected animal. Adult heartworms look like strands of cooked spaghetti, with males reaching about 4-6 inches in length and females reaching about 10-12 inches in length. By the time heartworms are detected, it is possible that significant damage to the heart and lungs may have occurred. A dog may appear healthy on the outside, but on the inside, heartworms may be living and thriving. If a heartworm-positive dog is not tested BEFORE starting a preventive, the dog will REMAIN infected with adult heartworms until it gets sick enough to show symptoms.
SIGNS OF HEARTWORM DISEASE: Mild persistent cough, reluctance to exercise, fatigue after moderate activity, decreased appetite and weight loss. As heartworm disease progresses, pets may develop heart failure. Heartworm disease can cause a pulmonary embolism which can lead to immediate death. Dogs with large numbers of heartworms can develop a sudden blockage of blood flow within the heart leading to a life-threatening form of cardiovascular collapse. This is called ‘caval syndrome’ and is marked by a sudden onset of labored breathing, pale gums, and dark bloody or coffee-colored urine. Heartworm preventives DO NOT kill adult heartworms. It will kill larval heartworms that made it into the dog’s body during the past month. Giving a heartworm preventive to a dog that has an adult heartworm infection may be harmful or deadly. The preventive may cause the larvae to suddenly die triggering a shocklike reaction and possibly death. Unfortunately by the time signs are present, the disease is well advanced. TREATMENT: If your dog tests positive for the disease - you must start limiting its activity. Doxyclcine will be administered for 30 days to kill bacteria which live in the heartworms - this bacteria helps the worms survive and reproduce but will help with complications from the treatment and the dog will be started on a heartworm preventative. Next the dog will have 2 injections of Melarsomine - an arsenic-containing drug - 24 hours apart and the
dog is to be kept inactive for two weeks. After two weeks the dog will be tested again to see if further injections are necessary and will need to be kept inactive for another two weeks. During this time the dog should be on a heartworm preventative.
All dogs should be tested annually for heartworm infection, and this can usually be done during a routine visit for preventive care. FOLLOWING ARE GUIDELINES ON TESTING AND TIMING:
At 6 months the dog will need to be examined again to determine whether it can resume activity. During treatment watch for coughing, gagging, vomiting, diarrheas or loss of appetite - respiratory distress & coughing up blood will require IMMEDIATE veterinary attention.
· Puppies under 7 months of age can be started on heartworm prevention without a heartworm test (it takes at least 6 months for a dog to test positive after it has been infected), but should be tested 6 months after your initial visit, tested again 6 months later and yearly after that to ensure they are heartworm-free.
When the worms die off - they break up and are pushed into the vessels that supply blood flow to the lungs - This increases the likelihood that dead worms will block blood flow which can result in severe complications including death.
· Adult dogs over 7 months of age and previously not on a preventive need to be tested prior to starting heartworm prevention. They, too, need to be tested 6 months and 12 months later and annually after that.
PREVENTION IS KEY - very inexpensive compared to the high cost of treatment Be certain to have your pet tested BEFORE giving any heartworm prevention medication, as these medications can cause life-threatening reactions when given to heartworm infected pets.
· If there has been a lapse in prevention (one or more late or missed doses), dogs should be tested immediately, then tested again six months later and annually after that.
Annual testing is highly recommended to ensure that the heartworm prevention is achieved and maintained for the life of the dog.
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PULMONARY HYPERTENSION is one of the most serious complications that can occur in dogs with heartworm disease - restricting blood flow through the lungs - with time the lungs, arteries, and heart become impaired (this is what Porsche had) and there is no cure. Prepared and released by the
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