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MATTHEWS – When Natisha Rivera-Patrick started as president and CEO of the Greater Matthews Habitat for Humanity, 11 families were on the chapter's waiting list to receive a new home. Among them were Celestin and his mother, Marie, immigrants from Rwanda who had been sharing small apartments. Greater Matthews Habitat for Humanity dedicated a new home to the family May 15 on Wed-
dington Road. Celestin thanked the chapter for keeping that commitment to his family after five long years of being on that wait list. “I’m pretty sure we found a refuge,” Celestin said, calling it an American Dream. Celestin and his family put in more than 200 hours of sweat equity in lieu of a down payment. This marked the 114th house built by the chapter and just the second two-story home. “We were worried a year ago as we
started this,” Rivera-Patrick said. “We were in the middle of the COVID pandemic and we had some challenges along the way with the build. We couldn't use our volunteers, lumber prices have been crazy, even in construction, we had some delays.” She thanked the chapter's building committee as well as sponsors such see HOME, Page 5A
Right: Celestin and his mother, Marie, waited five years to receive their home. Photo courtesy of Greater Matthews Habitat for Humanity
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MATTHEWS – Samm Jones describes her family as athletic, creative and outgoing, but one thing she says they’re not is outdoorsy – they never hike and they don’t go camping. That all had to change when Samm, Raymont and their daughters, Jada and Jade, got a spot on a reality TV show set in the red rock terrain near Moab, Utah. “It was brutal and outrageously crazy,” Samm said. “I have a couple checks off my bucket list, but see SURVIVALISTS, Page 5A
Butler's bulldog sculpture is home After nine months, local artist Joe Edwards has finished making the English Bulldog sculpture for Butler High School. Smith's Automotive & Wrecker helped transport the seven-foot-long, sixand-a-half-foot-tall sculpture, which weighs about 2,000 pounds, from Edwards' studio to a concrete slab in front of the school. It was commissioned by Principal Vincent Golden as a way to promote school pride. Edwards is a retired art and drama teacher who runs Whiterock Studio with his wife, Linda. Their
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studio and home (one of the oldest homes in Matthews) is across the street from Matthews Elementary School and next to the fire department. The couple has been involved in town events since the 1980s. Edwards designed the T-shirts for Stumptown Festival, which is now Matthews Alive. He also designed the town flag. Butler’s logo was the inspiration, but Edwards told the Weekly in January that he mostly used books on bulldog anatomy, conversations with veterinarians and his own bulldog, Fred, to get the small details right.
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MATTHEWS – It’s been a long wait for the return of live theater, but the time has finally come. This June, audiences will get to experience a Matthews Playhouse show like never before when “Godspell” is performed outdoors and under the stars at Stumptown Park. “It’s a great way of easing back into the community,” said John West, who is part of the ensemble cast. “It will be fun. It will be unique and I think folks are going to have a good time because it’s a really talented cast, so I’m excited for what we have to offer.” “Godspell” will be held from June 4 to 13 in the park located at 120 S. Trade St. Tickets cost $10 and are sold in socially distanced pods of two to four people. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. “Godspell” was the first major musical theater offering from three-time Grammy and Academy Award-winner Stephen Schwartz (“Wicked,” “Pippin,” “Children of Eden”). It features a parade of beloved songs, including the international hit, "Day by Day." In the musical, a small group of people help Jesus Christ tell different parables by using a variety of games, storytelling techniques and hefty doses of comic timing. An eclectic blend of songs, ranging in style from pop to vaudeville, is employed as the story of Jesus' life dances across the stage. Dissolving hauntingly into the Last Supper and the Crucifixion, Jesus' messages of kindness, tolerance and love come vibrantly to life. Director June Bayless said she chose “Godspell” for the playhouse’s first full in-person production since the pandemic because it requires a small cast and minimal to no costume changes. Although she has directed the musical before, she said COVID-19 restrictions created new challenges, such as masked and socially distanced rehearsals, no sharing of microphones and props needing to be wiped down after each use. Matthews Playhouse used PPE money to purchase microphones and an outdoor sound system for the upcoming show. Bayless, who is also the playhouse’s founder, said she wants to give the audience the high-quality, welcome-back performance they’ve all been longing for. “We’re such an asset to the community. We mean so much to so many people in the area,” she said. “Matthews has embraced us through the years. The town includes us in everything and when they advertise that the town is a see THEATER, Page 5A
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MATTHEWS – U.S. Rep. Dan Bishop (N.C.-09) touched base with the Matthews Board of Commissioners during its May 10 meeting. His district stretches from Hoke and Robeson counties to Union and the bottom edge of Mecklenburg. "One thing I think will be of interest to you," Bishop started, "is of course the American Rescue Plan passed by Congress and the Biden administration – a piece of legislation that didn't have a lot of uniformity, but provided $350 billion in new funding for state and local governments, and $130 billion for local governments, counties, cities and smaller local governments." According to Bishop, the House Committee on Oversight and Reform estimated a $9.7-million allocation for Matthews. Another hot topic for Bishop is immigration. "We have a fairly significant crisis at our southwestern border," Bishop said. "We have folks – unaccompanied minors and family
units with very small children – who are coming into the country under federal law in fairly large numbers." The representative cited March's 20-year record monthly high of 172,000 apprehensions. Since commissioners' meeting with Bishop, U.S. Customs and Border Protections has reported a new 21-year record of 178,000 apprehensions for April. "Those kids are being sent into the country," Bishop said. "It's the same for families with small children. They are being put on buses or aircrafts and going to places in the United States. You may see impacts on your community services, as well as folks who really in most cases are not able to read, write or speak English coming into communities across our state." Bishop connected increased immigration to increased drug-related crimes, claiming that major and subsidiary hubs in Atlanta and Charlotte for Mexican cartels present a danger to community safety. "I am doing everything I can to prevail on the Biden adminis-
tration… A lot of the effort so far has been building the capacity for bringing people in, and many of us are imploring the Biden administration to work hard on methods to reduce the flow." Bishop also took the opportunity to comment on president Joe Biden's American Jobs Plan, a slated $2.25-trillion infrastructure bill with a scope too wide for Bishop's taste. "Well, it's called an infrastructure bill," said Bishop, who admitted many Americans would be happy to see federal expenditure on infrastructure. "The problem with plans that have been talked about so far from my perspective is that 93% of the spending is on things other than what we typically regard as infrastructure." Winning the special election in 2019 meant Bishop had his work cut out for him setting up the office. "When I jumped in in September, we didn't have any staff in place," Bishop said. "We had constituent needs that needed to be addressed, so we hastened and see BISHOP, Page 4A
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Mandy Cohen might have given the most succinct three pieces of advice in the history of commencement Cohen speeches: Believe in yourself. Be uncomfortable. Listen more. But the Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, who addressed Wingate University graduates via a video released late last week, admitted the words she hoped would inspire graduates are easier said than done. “I know the practicality of believing in yourself is really hard,” Cohen said, sharing some of her own struggles over the past year as leader of the state’s response to COVID-19. “I’ll tell you there were a few times this year when my faith waned, when I thought I was not smart enough, or this job was too big or too frustrating, or I was just frankly too tired to keep going,” she said. “But each time, I was lucky enough to have my life partner, my husband, who was able to believe in me when I doubted myself.” She told graduates to tap into the belief that others have in them and to remember past successes, whether large or small. “Harness all this love, energy and faith. Bottle it up, remember it, call upon it and use it to believe in yourself,” Cohen said. “Because, if you have faith in yourself, you will accomplish your goals.” On the way to those goals, Cohen said graduates must get out of their comfort zones. She described her own discomfort over the past year as she stepped into a more public job, often giving news conferences, sharing unwelcome truths about COVID and answering hard questions from the media. But she said an even better illustration of the necessity of being uncomfortable
was an experience she had as a 10-year-old who traveled to France as part of an exchange program. Having landed in Paris, she found herself terribly homesick. Because she was a picky eater, she also found herself too uncomfortable to try new foods and went several days without eating until her host mother told her she would have to send her home if she didn’t eat. “That next day, I pushed past my uncomfortableness. I got more and more brave and truly, I’ve never looked back,” Cohen said. “If we stay in our comfort zones, that can feel good in the moment, but it is also really limiting.” “Being uncomfortable is the only way to truly make your biggest and most positive impact on the world,” she added. Finally, Cohen urged graduates to sharpen their listening skills. “If you truly listen and try to understand where someone is coming from, it builds trust, it builds empathy and it builds solutions,” Cohen said. “I saw this play out many times this past year as we tried to navigate the incredibly hard decisions around COVID. Should we reopen schools? Should we keep this venue or that venue closed? Who can get access to the limited vaccines when we first had them?” Cohen said balancing the public’s health and safety needs along with the needs of businesses, workers and families involved hundreds of hours listening to people with different perspectives and expertise. She told graduates to take advice from Winston Churchill, who said, “Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.” “If you do these things using all the knowledge and support and love you gave at Wingate, I know the future is bright and you will be making your impact building a kinder and more just world,” Cohen concluded.
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AROUND THE REGION Regal resumes operations at additional area locations CHARLOTTE – Regal opened three additional locations in the Charlotte region May 14, including Regal Phillips Place. The reopening included a range of health and safety measures that adhere to the CinemaSafe protocol and guidelines. Other theaters are Regal Franklin Square in Gastonia and Regal Manchester in Rock Hill. The three additional locations will join the previously opened Regal Stonecrest at Piper Glenn 4DX, IMAX & RPX, Regal Birkdale & RPX and Regal Starlight – Charlotte.
Social worker was there for child after surgery MONROE – Union County leaders recognized Pam Jose for showing compassion to a child in foster care who didn't have anyone to be with him following a major surgery. Jose, a social worker, traveled across the state to spend the night in the hospital with the child. Union County recognized Jose with the Caught in the Act, a quarterly recognition for employees who go above and beyond the call of duty, May 17 during the board of commissioners meeting.
Atrium Health, Novant Health issue mask reminder CHARLOTTE – Atrium Health and Novant Health are reminding the community that masks are still required in health care settings, citing guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “While vaccination substantially decreases the chance of contracting or transmitting COVID-19, our organizations all serve patients who are at high risk for severe disease if infected with COVID-19 and we must do everything can to keep them, and those in our community, safe and healthy,” according to a joint statement May 14.
CMS names Teacher of the Year CHARLOTTE – Demeka Kimpson, band director at Sedgefield Middle, has been named the 2021 CMS Teacher of the Year. Kimpson is in her 19th year Kimpson of teaching and her 16th year at Sedgefield. A woodwind specialist, Kimpson plays clarinet and flute, as well as saxophone, low-brass instruments and cello. Charles G. Monnett III & Associates donated a $500 gift card to each teacher of the year finalist, including Jennifer Parker of Polo Ridge
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Elementary and Daysi Poggo of Matthews Elementary School. Kimpson won an additional $1,200 in gift cards. Keffer Volkswagen will provide a vehicle to Kimpson for one year. All 12 finalists received $25 gift cards to Famous Toastery from Classroom Central.
Druid Hills instructor named top teacher assistant CHARLOTTE – Stephanie Donnis, a teacher assistant at Druid Hills Academy, was named the 2021 CMS Teacher Assistant of the Year. Donnis has been a teacher Donnis assistant for nine years, all at Druid Hills. She has lived in Charlotte for more than 40 years and left a media career to pursue her desire to teach. Donnis works with second-graders, but she is also a family advocate, who does home visits and connects partners with families to help students succeed, said Dr. Carla Mathis, principal at Druid Hills. Charles G. Monnett III & Associates donated a $300 gift card to each teacher assistant of the year finalist, including Angel Noble of McClintock Middle and Anthony McKinley of Turning Point Academy. Donnis received an additional $700 in gift cards.
ability to find joy in all things. The artist spent months incorporating oneof-a-kind elements to engage all who observe the work. It contains hidden elements unique to Lake Park. Made of 300 series stainless steel, the piece was hand-polished to reflect light and endure outdoor elements for years to come.
got [it] taken care of. But as I entered my first full term this year, we were working to reorient our district office." Now Bishop said he and his updated staff, including district director Liz Driver and field representative Caroline Winchester, are ready to serve the district. "They are spending as much of their time as possible out in the community," Bishop said, "so whenever we can be of assistance – you guys would like to have somebody from our office or someone in your community for an event – we are gonna be on the lookout for those and active about doing that."
Union County roundabout work starts May 24 WESLEY CHAPEL – N.C. Department of Transportation contract crews will start building a roundabout on May 24 at the intersection of New Town Road and Waxhaw-Indian Trail Road. The $1.9 million project will take about 120 days to complete, with the roundabout opening in August and the entire project finishing up in February 2022. During construction, drivers will follow a posted detour along Will Plyler Road, Waxhaw-Indian Trail Road, Billy Howey Road, Pleasant Grove Road and Shannon Road. The NCDOT says roundabout improve safety for drivers, pedestrians and bicyclists as well as reduce the congestion and backups more typical at traditional intersections with stop signs and traffic signals.
Bishop tackles critical race theory Rep. Dan Bishop (NC-09) recently introduced the Stop CRT Act and the Combatting Racist Training in the Military Act, which would ban federal funds from being used to teach Critical Race Theory and stop military members from being subject to it. “Critical Race Theory is a poison to the psyche of our nation,” Bishop said. “This destructive ideology has no place in America’s institutions, and the bills I’m introducing will help ensure that our government isn’t spending resources on promoting it. But President Biden and the radical left are committed to pushing this neo-Marxist propaganda into our classrooms, places of work and even the military. Legislators on every level must fight back against this insidious effort to undermine the truths about our nation’s founding with everything we’ve got.” Visit https://danbishopforms.house. gov/ to see the full bills.
Ardrey Kell student named U.S. Presidential Scholar CHARLOTTE – Ijay Narang, of Ardrey Kell High School, was among 161 high school seniors as recognized U.S. Presidential Scholars for their accomplishments in academics, the arts and career and technical education. The White House Commission on Presidential Scholars selects scholars based on their academic success, artistic and technical excellence, essays, school evaluations and transcripts, as well as evidence of community service, leadership and demonstrated commitment to high ideals.
Lake Park to unveil unique sculpture at village center LAKE PARK – The Village of Lake Park will unveil an art sculpture May 21 donated by the L1A Foundation, an organization that supports individuals and organizations that show love for one another. The dedication ceremony starts at 7 p.m. May 21 in the village center at Creft Circle and Meeting Street. The heart-shaped sculpture, designed by artist Tom Risser, represents the human need for unconditional love, inner peace and the
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Weddington Optimist Club spreads joy WEDDINGTON – The Weddington Optimist Club announced 2021 recipients of its $2,000 college scholarship awards. Winners are Rachel Works of Marvin Ridge, Bryson Farmer of Parkwood, Lelia Maske of Forest Hills, Reagan Griffin of Piedmont and Megan Mossembekker of CATA. “Congratulations to these deserving students,” Optimist Club President Bill Deter said. “They all have bright futures ahead of them. Scholarship Chairman Milton Sheffield always does a wonderful job leading our scholarship program.” The Weddington Optimist Club supports an essay, oratorical and visual arts contests; most improved student party; Breakfast with Santa; and several other service projects.
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it was so much fun.” The Jones family, of Matthews, spent three days in the wilderness back in November as part of BYUtv’s “Survivalists.” The action-packed, adventure-filled series is hosted by professional endurance athlete Colin O’Brady and produced by Mark Koops (“The Biggest Loser” and “Masterchef ”). Each episode follows two everyday families as they set technology aside and embark on a survival immersion course to reconnect and repair their relationships. The family who finishes first gets $10,000. Jada, 19, graduated in 2019 from Northwest School of the Arts and was pursuing acting in Los Angeles when she came across a casting call for “Survivalists.” She had moved back home due to the pandemic and thought the show would be something fun her family could do together. They sent an audition tape and went through multiple
rounds of interviews before getting chosen, which Samm said she never expected. “We are just an ordinary American family so just to get picked, I feel like we already won,” Samm said. The Jones family knew from watching the first season of “Survivalists” that the show would not only put their family dynamics to the test, but also their outdoor skills and endurance. Although already a fairly athletic bunch – Raymont works out, Jada grew up dancing and Jade, a 16-yearold junior at East Mecklenburg High School, plays soccer – they started walking more to prepare for all the hiking. They also enlisted the help of a family friend and former Boy Scout who showed them how to build a fire, set up a tent and tie knots. Still, nothing prepared them for the cold nights in the Utah wilderness, or that Raymont would be forced to confront his fears of water and heights. “We really pushed ourselves in ways we didn’t know we could just with
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great place to live, we’re a big part of that.” Indoor gathering restrictions prohibited Matthews Playhouse from having audiences at The Fullwood Theatre, so the organization entertained crowds with virtual shows and a small outdoor play festival instead. They also hosted summer camps and year-long classes for children at reduced capacity. While the virtual events were a good substitute, Administrative Manager Marie-Michele Darcy said nothing compares to a live, in-person production. “It feels really good to get back to doing what we’re really supposed to do with theater,” Darcy said. “Theater is something that is inherently relational with live audiences that the audience feeds off of and the cast feeds off of.” For most in the audience, “Godspell” will be their first live show experience since the
the physical aspect of it and the mental battle,” Jada said. “Being able to do that together definitely brought us closer.” “We had no choice,” she added. “We had been together all year, but we hadn’t really bonded.” The Jones family said they went into the show ready to beat their opponent — the Renteria family from Maywood, Illinois — and win the $10,000 prize. However, that mindset quickly faded as they got to know each other and bonded through their shared experience. “The money just became really insignificant to us very early on,” Jada said. “It was just about spending time with each other and making it through with the other family,” Jade said. The girls said “Survivalists” reminded them how lucky they were to all be together and that every little moment counts. “The whole entire journey was just the best thing I could ever wish for and dream for, especially during a time when families are losing loved ones and not
pandemic and West is excited to be a part that. West said he’s missed going to the theater just as much he missed performing in theater with audience interaction and participation. West has been with Matthews Playhouse since “Scrooge” in 1996. He’s also played notable roles in “White Christmas” (2012) and “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” (2017). “I miss the energy of being around other performers and sharing in the communal experience of putting together a production,” West said. “For people who love doing theater, you really miss the camaraderie of doing theater.” Iris DeWitt, also in the ensemble cast, has missed the creative and collaborate space theater provides. She thinks the pandemic reminded everyone how important the arts are not only culturally and educationally, but also as a way to bring people together. “It has definitely been such a heartwarm-
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spending time together,” Jade said. “It was a great experience and I don’t think we wished it would have went any other way,” Jada added. Want to watch? The Jones family episode of “Survivalists” airs May 25 at 9 p.m. on BYUtv. The episode will also be available to stream online for free the following day on BYUtv. org/survivalists and on the BYUtv app.
Hosted by professional endurance athlete Colin O’Brady, “Survivalists" follows families as they embark on a survival immersion course to reconnect and repair their relationships.
ing experience to be back in person,” DeWitt said. “This last year has certainly been tough for us thespians.” “Godspell” will be DeWitt’s third show with Matthews Playhouse after “Bonnie & Clyde” (2018) and “A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum” (2019). She describes the upcoming production as “a modern yet classic take on Christian values set to a rock gospel soundtrack.” “We’re just going to be on stage just having an absolute blast and we hope the audience has a blast watching and experiencing the show with us,” DeWitt said. Want to go? “Godspell” will be performed in Stumptown Park (120 S. Trade St., Matthews) at 7:30 p.m. on June 4, 5, 6, 12 and 13. Tickets cost $10 per person and sold in socially distanced pods of two to four people at www. matthewsplayhouse.com/upcoming-events. Bring your own lawn chairs.
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as The Wells Fargo Foundation, Publix, Matthews Presbyterian Church and Matthews United Methodist Church. Chuck Wilson, of Matthews UMC, led the blessing of the home. “Right now this is just a house, but with you all this becomes a home,” Wilson told the family. With Greater Matthews Habitat for Humanity having cycled through that initial wait list, Rivera-Patrick says it is time to start a new chapter at the affiliate in which they open the application process back up. The goal is to begin completing homes within a time frame of 12 to 18 months. Rivera said two more sites are available on Weddington Road. She hopes to prepare those for a build in August or September.
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Pipeline pause fueled gas price increase CHARLOTTE – For the 1 million North Carolinians expected to travel by car this Memorial Day, gas prices are trending more than $1 higher than last year, when demand plummeted as much of the country was under stay-at-home orders. Now, at $2.93, North Carolina gas price averages are 29 cents more than this time in May 2019. “Many Carolinians are so eager to travel, we don’t expect higher gas prices to interfere with their plans,” said Tiffany Wright, spokesperson for AAA –
The Auto Club Group in the Carolinas. “We typically find when pump prices increase, travelers look for more free activities or eat out less while on vacation, but still take their planned trips.” North Carolina’s current gas price average ($2.93) saw a 20-cent increase on the week. This is 30 cents more expensive than a month ago and $1.22 more expensive than last year. Gas prices were expected to flirt with $3/gallon leading up to Memorial Day weekend, but last week’s shutdown of the Colonial Pipeline caused prices to spike weeks ahead
of the holiday. With the pipeline back in operation and supply being restored, gas prices will soon stabilize. AAA still urges drivers to fuel up responsibly. A surge in demand can exasperate supply problems. Consider combining trips, waiting until your tank reaches a half or quarter full before refueling. Letting your vehicle’s fuel tank run dry is more than just an inconvenience, it could also lead to costly mechanical see GAS, Page 3B
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Teenagers excited to get back to normal by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com
CHARLOTTE – Teenagers receiving their first dose of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine last week were excited about the prospect of their lives returning to normal. Atrium Health and Novant Health both began vaccinating children ages 12 to 15 shortly after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention endorsed the vaccine for the age group May 12. “I was excited because I knew that I could hang out with my friends, go eat indoors at restaurants and go experience normal life,” Coleman Mulligan said after receiving his first dose through Novant Health.
Mulligan said he was going to encourage his friends to get vaccinated. The CDC acknowledged that while most children with COVID-19 have mild symptoms, if any, some may require hospitalization. The CDC describes the vaccine as another step toward normalcy. “We've seen such a rise in mental health issues with teenagers and young adolescents,” said Dr. Catherine Ohmstede, physician lead at Novant Health Children's Health Institute. “We really encourage parents to get their children back into their primary care provider to check in with them and provide whatever support we can.” Rebecca James, 14, said she was excited to go see VACCINES, Page 2B
Stumptown AC falls short in home opener Underwood: To play this football is good. We’re still a work in progress.’ by Andrew Stark andrew@cmgweekly.com
MATTHEWS – The Los Angeles Force took advantage of a slow Stumptown AC start to its home opener at the Matthews Sportsplex on May 12 and held off a late flurry for a 1-0 National Independent Soccer Association win. Stumptown AC allowed the Force to maintain possession on its side of the field for the first 20 minutes of the first half. Force defender Joshua Culewell took a pass from Abraham Villon and fired a shot past a Stumptown defender with the keeper out of position in the 12th minute, which proved to be the difference.
Despite giving away several unforced errors and some disjointed play early in the firsts half Stumptown AC coach Rod Underwood was pleased overall with the effort of his team. “I don’t feel like we were quite ready to start the game,” he said. “We had a bad start in Maryland and we were able to overcome it, but we weren’t able to overcome this one. But I still thought we played well from about 25 minutes on and at the end of the game we dominated the game, so that’s encouraging.” Stumptown definitely turned up the intensity after intermission and put several balls on the Force’s keeper in the second half. Forward
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THINGS TO DO May 21 Park Concert The Charlotte Symphony performs selections by Kathryn Bostic, Mozart and Karel Husa during Evenings at the Park at Symphony Park. Buy tickets at www.charlotte symphony.org/buytickets. 7-8 p.m.; 4400 Sharon Road, Charlotte Art Unveiling The Village of Lake Park unveils a heart-shaped sculpture donated by the L1A Foundation in the village center. 7 p.m.; Creft Circle and Meeting Street, Lake Park
May 22 Park Yoga The Town of Indian Trial holds Yoga in the Park for adults at Crossing Paths Park. Each session costs $5. Register for the event at www.indiantrail.org. 8-9 a.m.; 120 Blythe Drive, Indian Trail Farmers Market The Matthews Community Farmers' Market opens with produce and homemade food. www.matthews farmersmarket.com/ 8 a.m.-noon; 188 N. Trade St., Matthews Farmers Market The Waxhaw Farmers Market opens with produce and homemade food. www. waxhawfarmersmarket.org 9 a.m.-noon; 27283 Waxhaw Pkwy., Waxhaw Streamed Musical Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts presents a free performance of “The Rainbow Fish Musical” that will be streamed online at www.matthewsplay house.com. TBA; Online
May 25 Game Night Big Top Trivia hosts a Music Game Night on Tuesdays at The Trail House. 7:30-9:30 p.m.; 6751 Old Monroe Road, Indian Trail
May 26 Cruise-In The Classic Cruisers of Monroe gathers for a cruisein at Poplin Place Shopping Center. www.facebook.com/ ClassicCruisersofMonroe/ 5-8 p.m.; 2901 W. U.S. 74, Monroe
Music Bingo Big Pop Trivia hosts Music Bingo on Wednesdays at Moochies Tavern. 7:30-9:30 p.m. 15060 Idlewild Road, Matthews
May 28 Outdoor Concert The Terrance Young Experience performs jazz music at Stumptown Park as part of the Town of Matthews Outdoor Concert Series. Advance tickets are required. They range from $6 to 24. Find them on www. eventbrite.com. 6-9 p.m.; 120 S. Trade St., Matthews Park Concert The Charlotte Symphony performs selections by Beethoven and Vaughan Williams during Evenings at the Park at Symphony Park. Buy tickets at www.charlotte symphony.org/buytickets. 7-8 p.m.; 4400 Sharon Road, Charlotte Outdoor Movie Union County Parks and Recreations screens “Trolls: World Tour” during its Passport Around the World outdoor movie series at Cane Creek Park. The family event is free. 8:45-10:45 p.m.; 5213 Harkey Road, Waxhaw
May 29 Park Yoga The Town of Indian Trial holds Yoga in the Park for adults at Crossing Paths Park. Each session costs $5. Register at www.indiantrail. org. 8-9 a.m.; 120 Blythe Drive, Indian Trail
May 31 Memorial Day The Town of Waxhaw holds a Memorial Day ceremony at the Military Wall of Honor. http://waxhaw. com/226/Memorial-Day or 704-843-2195 ext. 226 10 a.m.-noon; East North Main Street in Waxhaw Memorial Day The Hooks-Orr American Legion Post 235 of Matthews observes Memorial Day with a reciting of the fallen, remarks from area veterans and the dedication of Matthews Veterans Memorial Park at Stumptown Park. 11 a.m.-12:20 p.m.; 120 S. Trade St., Matthews
Memorial Day The town of Indian Trail holds a Memorial Day ceremony at the Veterans Memorial Garden. www.indian trail.org 11 a.m.; 315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail
June 4 Summer Concert HipShack performs rock, pop, funk and soul at the Jammin' by the Tracks Summer Concert Series under the Waxhaw Water Tower. www.waxhaw.recdecdesk. com 7-9 p.m.; Downtown Waxhaw Outdoor Theater Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts presents opening night of “Godspell” at Stumptown Park. Other performances will be held June 5, 6, 12 and 13. Tickets are required. Get them at www.matthewsplayhouse. com or call 704-846-8343. 7:30 p.m.; 120 S. Trade St., Matthews
June 9 Ribbon Cutting Rinehart Realty holds a ribbon cutting with the Union County Chamber of Commerce. www.union countycoc.com 11-11:30 a.m.; 526 N. Broome St., Waxhaw
Shining a light on public policy that helps cancer patients by Victoria Crocker Contributor
From here in North Carolina to the shores of California, over 52,000 bags will shine bright come September in honor of cancer patients and survivors. This beautiful ceremony is one of the ways the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN) honors those affected by cancer through their annual Lights of Hope event. Last year marked the 10th anniversary of the national event. This year will be bigger and better as we emerge from the worst of the pandemic and remember its immense impact on the cancer community Just this year, 63,930 North Carolinians will hear the words ‘you have cancer.’ In their honor and as part of Lights of Hope, I’m pledging to ride 400 miles for cancer patients, survivors, their families and those in our state who are still in the dark on their diagnosis. Through every mile, I wish to raise awareness on the need for lifesaving public health policy plays to help cancer patients and fight to reduce the cancer burden for the next generation. Every stride is a reminder of my grandmother’s memory, my aunt’s ongoing battle, and in honor of others’ loved ones who have been lost to cancer. I dedicate every mile to them and turn every donation into a person-
The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network presented Charlotte resident Victoria Crocker its Emerging Leader award in 2020 for her innovative advocacy efforts to help make cancer a national priority.
alized bag to join the thousands across America in the Lights of Hope ceremony. If you’d like to donate a bag in honor of a loved one, please visit http://action.fightcancer. org/goto/victoria for more information. Victoria Crocker is an ACT lead volunteer with ACS CAN.
June 11 Cruise-In The City of Monroe showcases Corvettes during monthly cruise-in series in downtown. The series continues on the second Friday of the month through November. 6-8 p.m.; Downtown Monroe
June 12 Market Northwood Office's Markets at 11 features an open-air market with music, yoga and food at Ballantyne's Backyard. www.goballantyne.com 11 a.m.; 11611 N. Community House Road, Charlotte Park Concert Thirsty Horses headlines the latest installment of the Mint Hill Family Fun Nights at Mint Hill Veterans Memorial Park. The Mint Hill Events production includes inflatables, food trucks and games. www. minthillevents.org 6:30-9 p.m.; 8850 Fairview Road, Mint Hill
Ben Shifflet, 12, sits in anticipation, awaiting the stick of the needle for his first COVID-19 vaccination at a clinic for adolescents hosted by Atrium Health on May 13. Shifflet told his mother after the shot “I hope I’m awake and not dreaming. This is so surreal. We are getting closer to back to normal!” Emily Barnes/Atrium Health
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back to school with no masks, have sleepovers with other vaccinated friends and go to summer camp without feeling nervous. Siblings Owen and Carley Sypolt, who were among youth getting vaccinated through Atrium Health, explained a peace of mind
knowing they could hang out with friends and family while not putting them in danger. “It means a lot to me because I want to keep my friends and my family safe and be able to do everything that I used to be able to do and not have to wear a mask everywhere and social distance,” Carley Sypolt said.
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DINING SCORESCharlotte Media Group's Health departments in Mecklenburg and Union counties inspected these restaurants from May 7 to 13:
Charlotte (28209) • Burton's Grill and Bar, 1601 E. Woodlawn Road – 97.5 • Circle K, 4336 Park Road – 94 • Easy Like Sunday, 1600 E. Woodlawn Road – 96.5 • The Flying Biscuit Cafe, 4241 Park Road – 95.5 • Mugs, 5126 Park Road – 97 • Pasta & Provisions, 4700 Park Road – 96.5
Charlotte (28210) • D.D. Peckers Wing Shack, 10403 Park Road – 97.5 • Dogwood Souther Table & Bar, 4905 Ashley Park Lane – 95.5 • Mega Baleada, 7631 Sharon Lakes Road – 97 • Musashi Japanese Restaurant, 10110 Johnston Road – 96 • Palm Restaurant, 6705 Phillips Place Court – 95
Charlotte (29211) • 131 Main, 5970 Fairview Road – 97 • Copain Catering Kitchen, 6601 Morrison Blvd. – 97.5 • Forks & Fingers: Nigerian Food Delivered, 3500 Latrobe Drive – 97.5 • Marias, 3500 Latrobe Drive – 97.5 • Soul Miners Garden, 3500 Latrobe Drive – 96.5 • Toscana Ristorante, 6401 Morrison Blvd. – 95 • Wolfman Pizza, 106 S. Sharon Amity Road – 98
Charlotte (28226) • Blanchard's Deli, 5721 Carmel Road – 99.5 • Nakato Japanese Steakhouse, 8500 Pineville-Matthews Road – 98
Charlotte (28227) • Deli Salvadorena, 7209 E. W T Harris Blvd. – 96.5
• Food Lion (deli), 9021 Albemarle Road – 97 • Food Lion (market), 9021 Albemarle Road – 100 • Food Lion (produce), 9021 Albemarle Road – 98.5 • Los Reyes II, 7308 E. Independence Blvd. – 95.5 • Perry’s Deli, 6727 Wilgrove-Mint Hill Road – 100
Charlotte (28277) • Adams Mart, 11924 Elm Lane – 94.5 • Buffalo Wild Wings, 10706 Providence Road – 93 • Desarnos, 6420 Rea Road – 97 • Improper Pig, 9855 Sandy Rock Place – 94 • Island Thyme, 8129 Ardrey Kell Road – 97 • Kabob Je, 7828 Rea Road – 95.5 • Kung Fu Tea, 8200 Providence Road – 98 • Qdoba, 16631 Lancaster Hwy. – 97 • Room 18 Asian, 9935 Rea Road – 95.5 • Sprouts Farmers Market (deli), 15121 Ballancroft Pkwy. – 97 • Sprouts Farmers Market (sushi), 15121 Ballancroft Pkwy. – 100 • Wendy's, 16055 Johnston Road – 99
Indian Trail • Cathy's Coffee, 606 Indian Trail Road – 100 • Circle K, 13719 E. Independence Blvd. – 92.5 • McDonald's, 6501 Old Monroe Road – 100 • Panera Bread, 13880 E. Independence Blvd. – 97 • Tap And Vine, 6443 Old Monroe Road – 96.5
Matthews • Baltimore Crab Cake Company, 131 E. John St. – 99.5 • Go Go Empenada, 11229 E. Independence Blvd. – 93 • International Truck Of Tacos, 10734 Monroe Road – 97.5 • Sam's Club (deli/bakery),
1801 Windsor Square Drive – 98
Mint Hill • Daphne's Bakery, 7609 Matthews-Mint Hill Road – 100 • Dunwellz Custom Kitchen and Pour House, 7110 Brighton Park Drive – 97 • Hawthorne's Pizza & Bar, 7319 Matthews-Mint Hill Road – 96.5
Monroe • Benton Crossroads Grill, 6004 Concord Hwy. – 98.5 • Burger King/ Monroe 2100 Roosevelt Blvd. – 97 • Crossroads Diner 4218 N.C. 218 E. – 99 • Scooter's Coffee 1306 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 99.5
Pineville • Corner Cafe & Catering, 11200 Nations Ford Road – 98.5 • Perry's A La Carte, 12740 Lancaster Hwy. – 99.5 • Red Lobster Restaurant, 9415 Pineville-Matthews Road – 96.5 • Taco Bell, 10917 Carolina Place Pkwy. – 98.5 • Waldhorn Restaurant, 12101 Lancaster Hwy. – 99
Stallings • Lucy's Bakery 4522 Potter Road – 98 • New Asia Market, 4400 Potter Road – 97 • Rock Store Bar-B-Que, 3116 Old Monroe Road – 97
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Stumptown’s best chance of the game with a cross in the 88th minute, but it was well-defended by the Force. With Stumptown also losing to New Amsterdam FC 1-0 on May 14, their record drops to 1-4-1 with a home match against the Cal United Strikers FC looming on the horizon for May 22. But for Underwood, his team is right where they need to be despite some missed chances against the Force. “We had some missed opportunities, but you know what the reality is? I still feel good about where we’re at,” Underwood said. “Let’s be honest, we had three games in
May 22: Cal United Strikers FC June 22: 1904 FC June 25: Michigan Stars FC Home games are held at 7 p.m. at the Matthews Sportsplex, 2425 Sports Pkwy, Matthews. Visit StumptownAC.com for more information on Stumptown schedules and tickets.
Chattanooga and so this is our fifth game. I literally arrived here about March 20 and so I haven’t been here for two months. And I didn’t get my team together until a week before we went to Chattanooga, so to play this football is good. We’re still a work in progress.”
Waxhaw • Capricci's True Italian, 109 W. South Main St. – 97.5. • Emmet's Social Table, 401 E. South Main St. – 94.5 • Harris Teeter (deli), 8157 Kensington Drive – 98.5 • Mary O'Neill's Irish Pub, 116 W. North Main St. – 98.5 • Moe's Southwest Grill 8133 Kensington Drive – 96.5 • Stacks Kitchen, 1315 N. Broome St. – 95
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Stumptown AC defender Bay Kurtz looks for a teammate to cross the ball to late in his team’s 1-0 loss to the LA Force. Kurtz has already provided a spark this season off the bench, scoring the winning goal earlier this season. Andrew Stark/CMG photo
Stumptown AC defender Robert Hines helps up teammate Molley Kieh Karpeh Jr. late in their team’s loss to the LA Force. Andrew Stark/CMG photo
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