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Union County Weekly caught up with several Weddington High School seniors from the Class of 2019 to ask some quick-hitting questions about their futures. By Andrew Stark

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Tyler Williams, West Point What is your advice to underclassmen? “I would tell the underclassmen to work as hard as they can for whatever they want to do. If they work hard enough, they can get what they want.”

Emma Horne, Coast Guard Why did you choose to attend a service academy? “I wanted to dedicate my life to service while also getting a great education. The mission of the Coast Guard really attracted me because it’s saving lives and protecting our country.”

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Wilson McKain, East Carolina Who has had a big influence on your time at Weddington? “Ms. Youngman. She’s not here right now, but ever since freshman year, I have had her. She’s always been there out of school and in school with just helping with different stuff.”

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Moving ahead Sun Valley grad survives boot camp, 3A

Who is someone that has been a mentor for you during high school? “I would say my mom. There were multiple times where I thought this was too hard and I wanted to give up but she encouraged me just to keep going and to not give up. There’s an end goal. It’s not where you are but where you want to end up.” see GRADS, Page 4A

Camp SOAR inspires volunteers by Paul Nielsen paul@cmgweekly.com

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CHARLOTTE – Bob Bowler thought having high school students as volunteers would be good for Camp SOAR, an experience in which Special Olympics athletes attend summer camp. He approached schools with his idea of a buddy system as the camp grew from several dozen campers to this year’s total of over 350 campers. Camp SOAR convened for the 19th time from June 10 to 14 at the Levine Jewish Community Center. “I see so much bonding, and barriers are dropped,” Bowler said. “They realize that they are making a difference in the campers' lives, but it is also making a difference in their own lives. It’s great to see the acceptance and the respectability and how they bring everybody together.” About 400 volunteers are needed to pull off the week-long event. Bowler said the

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Waxhaw resident Maria Yarussi was a buddy to Desmond at Camp SOAR Paul Nielsen/UCW photo

Waxhaw native serving in Baltic Sea region Utesch is midshipman in U.S. Naval Academy by Theodore Quintana Contributor

Waxhaw native Nathan Utesch has never been out of the country, so he's excited to see and understand different cultures. Steven Edgar/Navy

KIEL, Germany – Waxhaw native Nathan Utesch is participating in the Baltic Operations exercise with 18 other nations. The multi-national training exercise, scheduled for June 8 to 21, fosters cooperative relationships critical to ensuring safety at sea and security on the world's oceans. Utesch is a midshipman with the U.S. Naval Academy. “Going to the Naval Academy always felt right,” Utesch said. “I knew it was what I wanted to do.”

Commander, C2F, Vice Adm. Andrew “Woody” Lewis, will lead the exercise on behalf of U.S. Naval Forces Europe. His fleet was re-established last summer as a response to the changing security environment. “Through BALTOPS 2019 and exercises like it, we strengthen our relationships and improve overall coordination and interoperability between allies and partners during both peace and times of conflict,” Lewis said. The exercise will begin in Kiel, Germany, with the pre-sail conference. Atsea training will occur throughout the see NAVY, Page 3A

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Houlihan reflects on school year Last week, more than 3,000 Union County Public Schools seniors earned their high school diplomas. Houlihan These outstanding graduates have broken barriers, continued the tradition of shattering district records and made significant accomplishments throughout their time in our school system. As I talked to many of them this year, it was clear to me that no matter their post-secondary plans, our graduates are ready and prepared for their next stage in life. Closing the door on another graduation season provides me with the opportunity to not only congratulate our seniors but also reflect on what has been another incredible school year. During the past year, we’ve expanded college and career readiness experiences for our students and strengthened our EmpowerED framework for Tier One instruction. Through a partnership with Union County Government, we’ve added nine social workers and five mental health therapists to provide social and emotional support to students throughout the district. Video doorbells are now at every elementary school and a Union County Sheriff’s Office partnership resulted in the addition of nine elementary school resource officers. Due to the strong leadership of the UCPS Board of Education, the 2019-20 budget proposal continued to build our focus on ensuring our students have access to the resources they need. Nine additional school counselors will be added across all comprehensive high schools and instructional assistants will receive market salary increases. see HOULIHAN, Page 3A

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TWEETS OF THE WEEK • “Together we will give our children the roots to grow and the wings to fly! We are excited about our partnership with our families and can’t wait to get the school year started! Thank you for coming out to meet us!” – Waxhaw Elementary ‫@( ‏‬WaxhawES_NC) • “1 of the most difficult aspects of leadership is how to manage change...whether it’s year 1 of 1 or year 1 of 10 in a new school/org., managing change is really hard! Own it, ask for help, know you’ll make mistakes and ensure that supports are provided from the team around you!” – Andrew G. Houlihan ‫@(‏‬AGHoulihan)

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MONROE – Officers with the Monroe Police Department responded to the 1900 block of East Roosevelt Boulevard on June 17 due to a deceased individual located beside the roadway just before Secrest Avenue. Police identified the individual as Daphne Alvarez-Torres, 34, of Monroe, who had recently been reported missing. Torres was last seen walking out of Tyson Foods on the morning of June 15 at 3 a.m. Police determined Torres was possibly struck by a 2018 or newer model Freightliner Cascadia Truck white in color. The truck should have damage to the right front quarter panel. The incident would have occurred between the hours of 3 and 6 a.m. June 15 near the 1900 block of East Roosevelt Boulevard. Call the Monroe Police Department at 704282-4700 for details.

MONROE – William Norris Glasson, 37, was convicted in connection with raping an elementary school girl, according to the Union County District Attorney's Office. A jury found Glasson guilty of two counts of first degree statutory rape of a child under 13, two counts of indecent liberties with a child, and an aggravating factor. He was sentenced to two terms of life in prison without the possibility of parole. The evidence presented in the case showed that between Jan. 1, 2007 and Dec. 31, 2008, the defendant repeatedly attacked and raped a 7-to-8-year-old child. Glasson then threatened to kill the child and her loved ones if she disclosed the abuse. The child came forward at age 17. Glasson had previously been convicted in 2003 of indecent liberties with a child. “I would like to commend the hard work of Assistant District Attorneys Mary Beth Usher and Martha Bordogna that resulted in this conviction and the courage of the victim to testify over a decade later,” District Attorney Trey Robison said. “I am grateful as well for the hard work of the Union County Sheriff’s Office, especially Deputy Pilar Nieves, who investigated this case. Our office remains united with our law enforcement agencies in the pursuit of justice for all of the crime victims in our county.”

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The Monroe Police Department released this photo of the model Freightliner where the damage should be. Photo courtesy of City of Monroe

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MONROE – The Union County Sheriff's Office seized more than 10 grams of heroin after catching a suspect during a narcotics operation. Officers worked with the Monroe Police Department on Vicuna-RIos the operation, which led to a brief foot chase. Jesus Vicuna-Rios, 25, was arrested on charges of trafficking in heroin as well as resisting, delaying and obstructing an officer.

Man shot, jailed after violating order MONROE – A man got shot and arrested after violating a domestic violence protective order. William Porter Howze III, 37, was outside his estranged Howze wife’s home on Richardson King Road on June 16 and got shot in the right side of his abdomen by her, according to the sheriff's office. No charges have been filed in connection with the shooting.

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Chubby, the mascot for the Charlotte Checkers, brought smiles to campers faces. Paul Nielsen/UCW photo

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camp attracts several volunteers who want to become special education teachers or occupational therapists. Maria Yarussi, of Waxhaw, is one such volunteer. Yarussi, a recent Charlotte Catholic graduate, will head to Mars Hill University in the fall to major in occupational therapy, as well as play soccer and run track. She just finished her second year as a volunteer at Camp SOAR.

“The campers just love to be here, and they love to work together and find new friends,” Yarussi said. “There is so much happiness. They always have smiles on their faces, and the volunteers always have smiles on their faces.’’ She has been interested in special education since the seventh grade. Her best friend has autism. Yarussi sees herself volunteering at Camp SOAR for many summers to come. Want to know more? Visit www.sonc.net to learn more about Camp SOAR and other programs offered by Special Olympics North Carolina.

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MONROE – The Union County Sheriff's Office Narcotics Division seized 47 grams of meth, a quantity of heroin as well as drug paraphernalia in a drug operation that conCarey cluded June 7. Meghan Carey, 29, of Indian Trail, and Karl Kenneth Richar Jr, 40, of Wingate, face multiple trafficking methamphetamine charges as well as conspiracy to traffic in meth. Richar In addition, Richar is charged with possession of heroin. Both Carey and Richar remain in the Union

Girl Scouts earn Gold Awards through service CHARLOTTE– Girl Scouts Hornets’ Nest Council recently announced this year’s Gold Award Girl Scouts. The prestigious Girl Scout Gold Award represents the highest achievement in Girl Scouting and challenges girls ages 14 to 17 to initiate meaningful, sustainable change locally, nationally and even globally through their own unique ‘Take Action’ projects. “Our Gold Award Girl Scouts are remarkable young women who have earned this recognition as a result of their commitment to their community, their passion for problem solving and their fearlessness,” said Angela Woods, CEO of Girl Scouts Hornets’ Nest Council. “Each of them exemplify what being a Girl Scout is all about and we are extremely proud of them.” This year’s Union County Gold Award recipients are: • Emma Harris: Emma’s project focuses on helping animals. Many animals are euthanized because they can’t find a home, but Emma’s goal is to reduce the number of euthanizations. She worked with a local pet rescue organization and implemented a database system to make the adoption process faster and easier. She also brought awareness to the issue through an animal food and supplies drive. Her project has been shared with other rescue organizations and through social media. • Sarah Kalaf: Sara’s project aims to increase the future population of females in STEM fields. She targeted middle school girls to participate in the “Growing in STEM” event

CHARLOTTE – All 83 Autobell Car Wash locations in the Carolinas, Georgia, Virginia and Maryland will donate $1 from every sale of its Rain Repellent Special car wash from June 17 to 30 to local USO charters. The USO is the nation’s leading organization serving U.S. military members and their families during their active service. “We want to help express America’s gratitude and commitment to our service members by supporting USO programs that keep them connected to family, home and country – everything that gives meaning to their service,” Autobell Chief Operating Officer Carl Howard said. Nearby locations include 536 Morgan Mill Road, Monroe; 4416 Old Monroe Road, Indian Trail; 15020 Idlewild Road, Stallings; and 1610 Providence Road S., Waxhaw. Visit www.autobell.com for details.

Class of 2019 earns $131M in scholarships MONROE – Graduating seniors in Union County Public Schools earned a record 2,944 scholarships this year, the highest number in district history. This figure represents a 24% increase over the number of scholarships offered to the Class of 2018. “This significant increase helps provide even more students with access to higher education,” Superintendent Andrew Houlihan said. UCPS's Class of 2019 also earned nearly $131 million in scholarships. Six high schools received more than $10 million in scholarships: Marvin Ridge ($22.8 million), Piedmont ($21.2 million), Cuthbertson ($17.5 million), Sun Valley ($15.1 million), Weddington ($15 million) and Porter Ridge ($12 million). Out of the 3,339 UCPS Class of 2019 graduates, 60% will attend a four-year school, 25% will attend a two-year school, 11% will enter the workforce and 4% have enlisted in the military.

that she created. Girls were provided opportunities such as learning about technology, participating in a variety of science experiments and learning basic engineering concepts. Her school will continue to organize and execute this event annually. She shared her idea with other STEM advocates to promote replicating this type of event. • Lindsey Mumpower: Lindsay’s project focuses on children who have a hard time expressing themselves. To address this issue, she worked with two organizations and provided a variety of arts and craft supplies organized in mobile containers. The organizations then incorporated art into their programming, giving children the opportunity to express themselves in a fun and safe way. She promoted her project and website to others so that more organizations can benefit from incorporating art into their programs. • Jenna Oldja: Jenna’s project supports eighth grade girls with transitioning to high school. She held panel presentations hosted by high school girls where the eighth-graders could ask questions to gain knowledge and confidence to alleviate any anxiety. She also used social media to promote mental health care by posting quotes and a “Mental Health Tip of the Day.” An outline of this program was distributed to administrators across America so that it can be implemented nationwide. • Kimberly Como: Kimberly’s project helps hospitals with their needs regarding psychiatric patients. Hospitals have “sitters” who watch patients to ensure that they don’t harm themselves, but patients may become aggressive when they are bored. Kimberly provided “Sitter Kits” to a local hospital to combat this problem. The kits are full of items to help eliminate boredom, relieve stress and provide interaction with others. She shared her project with other hospitals so that they can replicate this successful program.

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Sun Valley grad excels in Navy training by Alan Nunn Contributor

GREAT LAKES, Ill. – Seaman Recruit Nicholas Lilley graduated as top sailor from Recruit Training Command, Division 816, earning the Military Excellence Award on June 7. The award is presented to the No. 1 recruit of the graduating training group. It is awarded to the recruit that best exemplifies the qualities of enthusiasm, devotion to duty, military bearing and teamwork. Lilley graduated from Sun Valley High School in 2013. In high school, Lilley was a member of the Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps, National Honor Society and physics club. He served on missions to Kenya and Mexico with his church group. He pursued an associate degree in science at Central Piedmont Community College. Lilley, 24, said joining the Navy has been a lifelong passion. “In the military, there are opportunities to serve and grow in loads of ways,” Lilley said. “I know it will be something to help establish my future and take me around the world while doing so.” Boot camp was not without its challenges. The toughest part of the eight weeks was being away from his family and girlfriend. He drew inspiration from his faith. “I remember my first week here, I was asking myself ‘Where am I and what am I doing?’ But then I began a conversation with God that has pushed me through,” Lilley said. “This conversation was in recognition that it was Him that’s gotten me here and that this was something He was going to see me through.” All enlistees into the U.S. Navy begin

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Baltic Sea, including Germany, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania and Sweden. At the end of the exercise, most ships will sail to Kiel, Germany, to participate in the Kielerwochen Festival. Allied nations with ships and forces participating include Belgium, Denmark, Estonia, France, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland,

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their careers at the command. Training includes physical fitness, seamanship, firearms, firefighting and shipboard damage control along with lessons in Navy heritage and core values. Lilley is assigned the rate of Navy diver. After graduation, Lilley will attend Navy diver preparatory school at Great Lakes, Illinois, followed by “A” School at Panama City, Florida. Navy divers perform underwater salvage, recovery, repair and maintenance on ships and submarines. They search for and recover downed aircraft, conduct harbor clearance operations, and provide assistance to military, federal, state and local civilian law enforcement agencies in diving operations and procedures. Alan Nunn works in public affairs for Recruit Training Command.

Portugal, Romania, Spain, Turkey and the United Kingdom. NATO partner nations Finland and Sweden will also participate in the exercise. “Serving in the Navy, I feel, is all about relationships,” Utesch said. “I know people now I didn’t know a week ago. The Navy also allows me to understand and practice leadership.” Theodore Quintana serves as mass communication specialist 2nd class for Navy Office of Community Outreach.

Union County Public Schools had another banner year. And so did Superintendent Andrew Houlihan, whose contract was extended through June 2023 and earned national recognition as Superintendent to Watch by the National School Public Relations Association. Photos courtesy of Union County Public Schools

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Additionally, the progress we continued to make with literacy, technology and student achievement was exceptional. For the first time since the 2013-14 school year, UCPS did not have any low-performing schools. Walter Bickett Elementary not only exited low-performing status but it also exceeded growth. Also, our athletics program earned more than 35 team and individual state championships this year, keeping UCPS in the spotlight for its top-notch coaching, statistics and sportsmanship. One of my personal highlights of the year was the implementation of the Wayfind Scholars program at East Union Middle and Health Sciences Academy at Monroe Middle. Through this partnership with Wingate University, each of the 20 first-generation students selected for the program will be eligible to receive scholarships to cover the four-year cost of tuition at Wingate University. This is just another example of how our collaboration with businesses and community partners are opening doors for UCPS students. It is because of the continued support of our outstanding board of education, prin-

cipals, teachers, support staff, parents and community that our graduates leave our school system each year ready to positively impact their communities, enter a career or pursue higher education. Union County, it is an honor to serve our 41,000-plus students, thousands of employees and this community. Working together, we will continue to move forward and make UCPS the best school system in the region, state and nation. Andrew Houlihan works as superintendent of Union County Public Schools.

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What advice would you give to younger kids as they get ready for their senior year? “To make your senior year successful, you really have to reflect on your last few years and focus on the next four years. For me, I tried to think about the person I was in high school and who I wanted to become and who I wanted to grow into. I think senior year is a time to relax and take some fun classes, but also figure who you want to be and the steps you’ll take to get there. Which college you pick is also going to make a big difference.”

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What is your advice to underclassmen? “Don’t try to rush growing up. I think enjoying my last year with everyone, I was able to get so close to my friends and we’ve gotten to bond. That’s something we’re really going to cherish next year when we’re not all going to be together. We’re all going in different directions in college, so enjoy the last year together.”

Skyy Walker-Davis, Kentucky What is something you’ll always remember from your senior year? “I didn’t really have one. I’m a junior and am actually graduating a year early. I realized that all of my friends are leaving and I wanted to go with them. I took two classes over the summer last year and then took five courses instead of four so I could graduate early. I’m every excited.”

Who has been someone at school who you have looked up to and helped get you where you are? “As a football player, I always looked up to Zach Goins because he was ‘the guy’ here. He was a great receiver, and he was such a good student. He went to UNC. Watching him, he was a student-athlete in every sense of the word. I wanted to model myself after him and hold myself to the highest standard that I could athletically and academically. That would allow me to pick and choose where I got to go to college.”

Spencer Delph, College of Charleston What was your best high school experience? “I just got here this year, so I was new for my senior year. But I got the lead part in the school play. That was really cool.”

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CRIME SCENE The Union County Sheriff's Office reported these incidents June 7-13: Fairview Stolen Firearm • 300 block of West Lawyers Road Thefts • 9700 block of Concord Highway Trespassing • 400 block of Foxglove Lane Indian Trail Animal Call Bite • 1300 block of Chestnut Lane Break-Ins • 1900 block of Price Road Break-Ins, Vehicles • 6900 block of Pinewood Forest Drive Hit & Run • Wesley Chapel-Stouts Road Obtain Property by False Pretenses • 1000 block of Glenn Valley Lane • 5000 block of Joyful Noise Lane Possession of Marijuana up to 1/2 ounce • 14200 block of East Independence Boulevard Property Damage • 1000 block of Matilda Lane Thefts • 200 block of Postage Way • 300 block of Unionville-Indian Trail Road • 5900 block of Lindenwood Drive • 6100 block of Rockwell Drive Vandalism • 5300 block of Courtfield Drive Lake Park Break-Ins • 7100 block of Conifer Circle Thefts • 3900 block of Etheredge Street Marshville Break-Ins • 1600 block of Faulks Church Road Break-Ins, Vehicles • 900 block of Allen Drive • 2700 block of Gourdvine Drive • 2800 block of Gourdvine Drive • 4300 block of NC 205 • 4500 block of New Salem Road • 4700 block of New Salem Road • 4900 block of NC 205 • 5400 block of NC 205 • 5700 block of Old Goldmine Road • 5700 block of Polk Mountain Drive • 5800 block of Polk Mountain Drive • 5900 block of Old Goldmine Road • 5900 block of Polk Mountain Drive • 6200 block of New Salem Road • 6300 block of Pleasant Hill

Church Road • 6500 block of New Salem Road Thefts • 400 block of Hasty Street • 2200 block of Old Lawyers Road Thefts, Vehicles • 1200 block of JJ Autry Road Trespassing • 4700 block of Canal Road Marvin Property Damage • 8000 block of Stonehaven Drive Monroe Animal Call Bite • 4900 block of Belk Mill Road • 5300 block of Sugar and Wine Road Break-Ins • 100 block of West Sandy Ridge Road • 300 block of Winburn Street • 500 block of North Johnson Street • 600 block of Hillsdale Drive • 600 block of Lasalle Street • 1100 block of Circle Drive • 1500 block of Walkup Avenue • 2400 block of Weddington Road • 2700 block of Rolling Hills Drive • 3800 block of Price Short Cut Road • 4300 block of Secrest Short Cut Road Break-Ins, Vehicles • 600 block of Hospital Drive • 800 block of Catawba Avenue • 1200 block of Cranberry Street • 2100 block of Morgan Mill Road • 2200 block of Morgan Mill Road • 2400 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 2500 block of Goldmine Road • 3100 block of New Salem Road Credit Card Fraud • 2300 block of Hargette Road • 3300 block of Presson Road Drive After Consuming • 3100 block of East N.C. 74 Driving While Impaired • 300 block of Holton Drive • 300 block of Secrest Avenue • 1700 block of Dickerson Boulevard Going Armed to the Terror of People • 400 block of Patton Avenue Obtaining Property by False Pretenses • 100 block of East Sunset Drive • 200 block of King Street • 400 block of Patton Avenue • 2100 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard Possession of Cocaine

• 800 block of Parker Street Possession of Schedule II Controlled Substances • 1100 block of Iceman Street Possession of Schedule IV Controlled Substances • 200 block of South Secrest Avenue Possession of Drug Paraphernalia • 200 block of Cemetery Drive • 1100 block of Burke Street Possession of Marijuana • 300 block of East Windsor Street • 400 block of Charles Street • 900 block of Curtis Street • 1100 block of South Johnson Street • 2100 block of Commerce Drive • 2400 block of White Store Road • 3900 block of Pageland Highway Possession of Methamphetamine • 400 block of Hough Street Property Damage • 300 block of Monticello Drive • 400 block of Galesburg Drive • 600 block of Lasalle Street • 700 block of Andrew Street • 700 block of Castle Road • 1000 block of North Charlotte Avenue • 1000 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 1100 block of Burke Street • 1800 block of Polk Street • 2000 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 2100 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 2400 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 2600 block of Neldad Drive Reckless Driving • 600 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard Resist, Delay, Obstruct • 1700 block of Pageland Highway Robbery • 400 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 800 block of Guild Street Stolen Goods • 1900 block of Skyway Drive Thefts • 800 block of East Roosevelt Boulevard • 1000 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 1200 block of Coakley Street • 1500 block of Walkup Avenue • 2100 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard • 2300 block of Hanover Drive • 2400 block of West Roosevelt Boulevard (2 cases) • 2900 block of West U.S. 74 • 4100 block of West U.S. 74 • 4600 block of Timnah Lane Thefts, Fuel • 400 block of Morgan Mill Road

Thefts, Vehicle Parts • 200 block of Walnut Street • 1100 block of Burke Street • 3100 block of West U.S. 74 Thefts, Vehicles • 300 block of Dale Street • 1100 block of Burke Street • 1700 block of Old Pageland Monroe Road Trespassing • 700 block of Deese Street • 1100 block of George Taylor Road Weapon on School Property • 3200 block of Parkwood School Road Waxhaw Property Damage • 2800 block of Crane Road • 9500 block of South Providence Road Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Sell/Deliver • 1400 block of Roscoe Howey Road Thefts • 900 block of Carisbrooke Lane • 1300 block of Churchill Downs Drive Weddington Animal Call Bite • 1400 block of Willow Oaks Trail Break-Ins • 100 block of Enclave Meadows Lane (2 cases) • 200 block of Eden Hollow Lane (2 cases) • 700 block of Vintage Creek Drive (4 cases) Harassing Phone Call • 3000 block of Michelle Drive Wesley Chapel Property Damage • 6400 block of Weddington Road The Stallings Police Department reported these incidents June 3-9: Assault and Battery • Undisclosed location Break-Ins • Stallings Road • 3500 block of Matthews-Indian Trail Road Credit Card Fraud • 8100 block of Hunley Ridge Road • Identity Theft • 300 block of Stallings Road Nuisance Abatement • 12000 block of Guion Lane Possession of Schedule VI Controlled Substance • 3700 block of Matthews-Indian Trail Road Thefts • 2800 block of Old Monroe Road • 12700 block of East Independence Boulevard

Ballantyne will feature signature parks with outdoor seating, green lawns for passive and active recreation and a connection to the natural environment. Design elements such as public art, tree canopies, water features, street furniture and signage will contribute to the experience, as well as appealing event programming and Wi-Fi connectivity. Photos courtesy of Northwood

Ballantyne Reimagined CHARLOTTE – Northwood held an informational session recently on future development and the vision to create a more urban, walkable environment in Ballantyne. Ballantyne Reimagined will create a more urban, walkable environment, making life better. The goal is to set a new standard for sense of place while continuing to be an economic driver for the entire region.

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Novant Health injects $9B into state economy WINSTON-SALEM – Novant Health generated more than $9 billion of economic activity in North Carolina last year, according to an economic impact analysis conducted by FTI Consulting’s Center for Healthcare Economics and Policy. Part of that included nearly $340 million in economic activity in North Carolina by investing in new construction projects such as Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center. “Novant Health has significantly invested in the state of North Carolina for more than 20 years by offering

quality health care services, products and community outreach programs to state residents and businesses,” CEO Carl Armato said. “We are proud that our mission to improve the health of our communities, one person at a time, includes a focus on the economic vitality in the areas we serve. Novant Health is a driver of North Carolina employment and economic activity with 12 medical centers, nine outpatient surgery centers, 26 diagnostic imaging centers, eight outpatient rehabilitation centers and more than 530 physician clinics.

“While the pace of change continues in state and federal regulations, Novant Health remains dedicated to investing in North Carolina’s economy,” said Fred see NOVANT, Page 2B

Novant Health Matthews held a Memorial Day ceremony on May 23. Roland Bibeau (right), president of the hospital, stands with veterans Carl Gamble and Tommy Rieman (a retired Army staff sergeant who was named 2013 Veteran of the Year by the U.S. Veterans Corp). Photo courtesy of Novant Health

Waxhaw attracts Andy's Frozen Custard

Sidestep scams as you travel this summer by Josh Stein N.C. attorney general

Cold treat won't give you brain freeze by Paul Nielsen paul@cmgweekly.com

Top: The Andy’s Frozen Custard in Waxhaw is the company’s first location in the Charlotte area. Above: An employee dishes up “brain-freeze free” custard. Paul Nielsen/UCW photos

WAXHAW – Andy’s Frozen Custard has finally come to the Charlotte area as the quick-service frozen dessert business recently opened on Rea Road near the Union-Mecklenburg county line. It is the third Andy’s franchise in the state, with the other two being in Concord and High Point. The store, which opened May 22 after breaking ground in February, held a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Union County Chamber of Commerce on June 13. Andy’s Frozen Custard is a free-standing restaurant, with drive-through and walk-up service windows. It exclusively sells frozen custard treats. Andy’s has a wide variety of desserts from simple vanilla or chocolate cones, to seasonal favorites like Pumpkin Pie Concretes and Strawberry Shortcake Sundaes.

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Ardrey Kell student competes in Jeopardy! Teen Tournament by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com

CHARLOTTE – Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools posted a photo of Teagan O’Sullivan with “Jeopardy!” host Alex Trebek on Instagram a few days ago, telling its 32,000 followers the Ardrey Kell High School student will compete on the syndicated quiz show.

It happened to be the first post on Teagan’s Instagram feed when she opened the social media app. “This caught me … very off guard,” she replied to the post. While the moment was surreal for Teagan, it also made her “Jeopardy!” experience feel more real. She made her “Jeopardy!” debut

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hope many of you are looking forward to some relaxing travel this summer. But whether you’re planning Stein on enjoying the heat or evading it, nothing will ruin your vacation faster than a travel or rental scam. Here are some things to keep in mind when you’re vacationing this summer. Travel scams can often be disguised as too-good-to-be-true offers – and when things seem too good to be true, they usually are. Scammers may call to offer you a free vacation or tell you that you’ve won a trip in a contest you don’t remember entering. Be suspicious if you’re asked to share personal information or financial data at the outset, and do some research on the company. You can look up the business and owners online to see if they seem legitimate. Check if they have complaints against them with the Better Business Bureau at www.bbb. org. And please call my office to check them out at 1-877-5-NO-SCAM. If you’re planning a trip on your own or with the help of a travel agency, be diligent about the details. Be sure to have any promises from the agency or other vendors in writing, and read all contracts before signing. Always pay with a credit card instead of cash so you can dispute a transaction or get a refund if the company goes out of business. When third parties are involved in your trip, like a hotel that your travel agency has arranged through a coupon or voucher, contact the third party directly to make sure your reservation will be honored. You may be considering joining a vacation club or buying a timeshare to make vacations smoother. Beware of vacation clubs that offer excessively high upfront membership costs – shop around before you commit to one so you can get a better idea of the price you should be paying. Research the company to find out if the membership is easy to use, where the travel club places its members, reviews from other members and whether the membership will actually save you money. And if you are planning to rent a residential property in North Carolina for fewer than 90 days rather than staying in a hotel, you are protected by North Carolina’s Vacation Rental Act. The law requires your landlord to specify your rights and obligations as a tenant, along with their obligations as a landlord, and to see SCAMS, Page 2B

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include details about the price of rent and the security deposit. Landlords are required by law to keep the property safe and habitable after the rental agreement is made. Remember, we’re already in hurricane season, and you may have to cut a trip short if weather becomes unpredictable. If you are forced to leave a rental property because of a mandatory evacuation order and the landlord failed to offer you travel insurance, you may be due compensation for the lost time. Find more information at www.ncdoj.gov/disastersand vacation. Summer travel is an opportunity to relax, recharge and reconnect with loved ones before life gets busy again in the fall. If you have a complaint about your travel experience or think you may have been the victim of a travel scam, file a consumer complaint with our office’s Consumer Protection Division at

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June 17, winning $25,201. She was one of just two high school freshmen competing in the twoweek teen tournament. “Jeopardy!” has been on in the O’Sullivan household for as long as Teagan can remember, but she’s watched it since third grade. She’s good at retaining random information. She’s especially strong at history and pop culture. “Teagan’s love of geography and history started at an early age,” said Teagan’s mother, Maura O’Sullivan. “She knew all the state capitals by the age of 5 and has extensive knowledge about the presidents and their families.” Teagan has competed nationally in history bee and quiz bowl competitions as a student at Metrolina Regional Scholars Academy. She did so well in an online tryout, “Jeopardy!” invited her to Washington, D.C. for an in-person audition. Teagan and her family traveled to California in December for the taping of the tournament. Her parents, Michael and Maura O’Sullivan, as well as her younger sisters, Ruari and Catherine, were part of the studio audience. “There were honestly a lot of emotions,” Maura said of watching her daughter compete on the show. “They really did a good job to make it be a very enjoyable experience, but I was actually on the edge of my seat, as well. It was a great experience for all of us.” Though the stakes of “Jeopardy!” are much higher than a quiz bowl or history bee, Teagan said the show’s staff was very supportive and helped ease some of the stress. Families in town for the teen tournament stayed at the same hotel. The show transported all the teens without their families from the hotel to the studio, giving them an opportunity to get to know each other.

“You don’t feel like it’s a super competitive atmosphere that pits people against each other,” Teagan said. “We all kind of became friends. We were only together for two days, but we were always together for those two days. I just got to know them really well. Everybody was really nice. We’re all still in touch.” “Jeopardy!” has been a mainstay in American homes for 35 years, but the quiz show has seen increased popularity this year due the game play and dominance of contestant James Holzhauer and host Alex Trebek’s pancreatic cancer battle. Trebek shared news of his diagnosis with fans in March. The show’s teen tournament was filmed in December, so the O’Sullivans didn’t notice anything wrong with the host during the taping. One thing Teagan didn’t realize until the taping was how Trebek interacts with the audience during commercials. And though she’s no stranger to buzzers, given her quiz bowl experience, she had to adjust to the game show’s buzzer system, which blocks contestants that try to buzz in while Trebek reads the clues. “It’s kind of weird watching the show after you’ve been through the experience,” Teagan said. “It is definitely something I would do again because it was fun.”

The Union County Chamber of Commerce was on hand to celebrate the grand opening with a ribbon cutting on June 13. Paul Nielsen/UCW photo

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Andy’s Frozen Custard was founded in 1986 in Missouri by John and Carol Kuntz. The company is named after their son, Andy. The Waxhaw location employees around 30 people. Andy’s Frozen Custard operates around 80 stores in 13 states. “We like the area,” said Waxhaw operating partner Daniel Schick. “It’s a great neighborhood and great family area. We want to be in the community. We specialize in frozen custard, we don’t do hamburgers or fries or other food. Our machines are what really makes the big difference. What makes custard different from ice cream is there is less air whipped into it. We also only use quality ingredients.’’

There is also another big difference between frozen custard and ice cream. “When you eat it, you don’t get brain freeze,” Schick said. Schick said that the location was also picked because of its close proximity to several schools. “One thing that Carol pushes in Springfield, Missouri where they started out, every kid will get a free minicup at the end of the school year,” Schick said. “She believes that every child should have Andy’s at least once a year. We plan on doing that here.’’ Want to go? Andy’s Frozen Custard is located at 9921 Rea Road, Waxhaw. Its hours are 11 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 a.m. to midnight on Friday and Saturday. Below: Photo from www.eatandys.com

Random Teagan O’Sullivan trivia The O’Sullivans are from Boston, where Teagan was born. This gives Teagan an edge when it comes to sports trivia. Some of her favorite TV shows include “The Office” and “Parks and Recreation.” She’s always enjoyed comedies, but she’s just now started watching dramas like “The West Wing” and “ER.” Teagen has an uncle that appeared on “Jeopardy!” several years ago.

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DINING SCORES Health departments in Mecklenburg and Union counties inspected these restaurants June 7-13:

Indian Trail • 7-Eleven, 304 Unionville-Indian Trail Road – 96 • BP, 7805 Idlewild Road – 100 • Circle K, 1071 Chestnut Lane – 98 • Subway, 7802 Idlewild Road – 98.5 • The Trail House, 6751 Old Monroe Road – 95.5

Matthews • Moe's Original Bar B Que, 111 Matthews Station St. – 92.5 • Pacadeli's Deli, 1600 Block Of Matthews-Mint Hill Road – 96.5 • Publix Produce, 3110 Fincher Farm Road – 99.5 • The Portrait Gallery Restaurant, 118 E. Charles St. – 95

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Summer tech tips for parents The sun is out and the smell of fresh-cut grass and barbecue is in the air. That’s right – summer officially begins June 21. It’s a great time for families to reconnect, relax, travel and enjoy the sunshine. Below are some tips from T-Mobile and Metro by T-Mobile on how you can use wireless technology to make this summer one of the best ones yet. 1. Taking a summer vacation? Don’t forget your smartphone. Summer is one of the most popular times for vacations. If you’re planning on traveling, make sure you have a wireless plan that will help you, or your family, stay connected. Your current rate plan might already work great if you’re traveling domestically, but it’s never a bad idea to check with your wireless provider to make sure you’re getting the best deal. If you’re taking a trip outside the country, check your wireless provider’s international rate plans. They may have a variety of international plans with different data allotments or roaming fees, while some operators provide

minimum data/texting in certain countries for free. Figure out what plan or add-on is best for your travels before you arrive at your vacation destination. 2. Staying at home? Don’t let your devices keep you away from the sunshine. Wireless technology has its benefits – we can stay connected with anyone at any time and we can find anything we want with a couple swipes (or clicks). But too much wireless connectivity can also have some drawbacks. Children and teens are spending more and more time on their devices. According to the National Cyber Security Alliance, “children and teens aged 8 to 18 spend an average of seven and a half hours each day during the summer with electronic devices.” We know

too much screen time has consequences but above all, it can take away from enjoying the most beautiful months of the year. Be proactive and set expectations with your kids (or yourself!) about technology usage. 3. Teach your kids about internet safety. While summer officially begins in June, it’s also National Internet Safety Month. With less time in a classroom during summer break, kids are likely going to use their electronic devices even more. Talk to your kids about how to stay safe on the internet and put content restrictions in place. Lifehacker has a great list of rules to help teach kids how to stay safe online, including not sharing personal information, being nice online and being wary of potential scams.

• Ala Azteca Butcher Shop, 2300 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 98.5 • Burger King, 2100 Roosevelt Blvd. – 96.5 • El Paso Mexican, 5432 Pageland Hwy. – 93.5 • Firehouse Subs, 2319 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 98.5 • Food Lion meat market, 100 E. Sunset Drive – 97 • Food Lion deli, 100 E. Sunset Drive – 98 • Franklin Court Grille, 232 E. Franklin St. – 91 • Koumi Express, 2259 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 100 • McDonald's (Walmart), 2406 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 100 • Panaderia El Quetzal, 1900 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 98.5 • Papa John's Pizza, 1620 E. Roosevelt Blvd. – 96 • The Sandwich Shop, 100 N. Secrest Ave. – 99 • SPI Express, 2623 Sikes Mill Road – 92.5 • Subway, 813 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 95.5 • Taqueria Monarcas, 402 Patton Ave. – 95.5 • Taqueria Veracruz, 4420 U.S. 74 W. – 98 • Walmart, 2406 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 99.5 • WOW Supermarket, 1230 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 97

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Wesley Chapel • Hickory Tavern, 6400 Weddington-Monroe Road – 94 • Kami Chinese Thai & Sushi, 5922 Weddington-Monroe Road – 85 • Sabor Latin Street Grill, 5945 Weddington Road – 96.5 • Saveeda's American Bistro, 5922 Weddington-Monroe Road – 94.5

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THINGS TO DO June 21 Ribbon Cutting BetaTech LLC holds a ribbon cutting with the Union County Chamber of Commerce. 704-289-4567 4-4:30 p.m.; 6012 Waxhaw Hwy., Mineral Springs Southern Style Southern Style holds an event with Gal Friday performing music and Chef Shonali serving food. 704843-4438 6:30-8:30 p.m.; 2416 Providence Road S., Waxhaw Game Night Indian Trail Parks & Recreation presents Its Game Night for ages 8 and older. Admission costs $3 per play and $10 per team. 704-821-8114 6:30-8:30 p.m.; 315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail Outdoor Movie Families watch the PG-rated “Mary Poppins Returns” during the Stallings Backyard Blockbusters series at Stallings Municipal Park. 704-8218557 7:30-11 p.m.; 340 Stallings Road, Stallings

June 22 Farmer's Market The Waxhaw Farmers' Market opens with fresh food. www.waxhawfarmersmarket.org 9 a.m.-noon; 208 N. Church St., Waxhaw Stress Seminar Joy Robbins, owner of Creative Counseling and Consulting LLC, shares stress management strategies and tips to help prevent burnout. 704-283-8184 2 p.m.; 316 E. Windsor St., Monroe Tavern Night The Museum of the Waxhaw transports patrons at Colonial Tavern Night back to the late 1700s. Tickets cost $40. 704-843-1832 6:30-9:30 p.m.; 8215 Waxhaw Hwy., Waxhaw

June 24

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Rev. Tony: I said no to my drug of choice

June 26

Star Watch NASA Solar System Ambassador Jack Howard uses the StarLab portable planetarium to explore the solar system at the Union County Agriculture Center. 5:30 p.m.; 3230 Presson Road, Monroe

Networking Luncheon Union County Chamber of Commerce members get an update on the Town of Indian Trail at its next business networking luncheon. Registration costs $25 for members and $50 for non-members through June 21. 704-289-4567 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; 903 Skyway Drive, Monroe

Candy Art Children, ages 5 to 12, paint and create with chocolate at Indian Trail Town Hall. Registration costs $10. 704-281-8114 6:30-8 p.m.; 315 Matthews-Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail

’ve been ordained for almost four decades. Public speaking has been part of that responsibility, but in 2001, something changed that part of my life. Somehow, I was invited to participate in a public speaking workshop. Our leader was Lou Solomon. She gave me a gift of public speaking that changed my life. Suddenly, speaking at churches or service clubs wasn’t just part of my job description. Instead, it became my love. In fact, can I say it was my “drug of choice.” If you know me, you know I love to eat. If you’ve seen me, you know I need to lose at least 50 pounds. But if you gave me a choice between a bowl of macaroni and cheese or a microphone, I don’t have to think twice. Not only will I choose the mic, I also don’t eat before I speak. I recognize I am a shy person. Send me to a networking event and if I speak to three people, it was a good night for me. But, ask me to speak in front of that same crowd with two minutes notice and I come alive. I love the unspoken dialogue between the audience and me. I watch faces and body language and am constantly in my mind rewriting my talk as I assess if I am engaging with the audience or not. I also know when I speak I am drained, sometimes for several days after the event. I recently had a Sunday where I preached at one church and two hours later did a workshop on addiction at another church. I loved it. But when Monday came along, I was catatonic. I knew my adrenaline was depleted. When that happens, I tend to be short with people. That is never good. Fast forward to my saying no. Two leaders from a church I was mentoring came to speak to me. They had just lost their pastor of 6 months and was trying to figure out next steps. We discussed

Book Club Marshville Library's book club discusses Cara Putman's “Beyond Justice.” 704-624-2828 4 p.m.; 414 Hasty St., Marshville

Cornhole Mondays The Trail House holds a weekly cornhole tournament with beer specials. 704-776-4655 7-9 p.m.; 6751 Old Monroe Road, Indian Trail

Park Fun Waxhaw's Fun Days in the Park series focuses on backyard games, such as beach ball, volleyball and capture the flag, at Harvey C. Nesbit Park. Register in advance for the free program. 704-843-2195 4:30-6:30 p.m.; 1304 Harvey C Nesbit Park Road, Waxhaw

Pub Poker Deuces Pub Poker presents Monday Night Pub Poker at Growler USA. 704-494-9445 7-10 p.m.; 6443 Old Monroe Road, Indian Trail

Car Show Classic Cruisers of Monroe holds its Wednesday Nite Cruz In at Poplin Place. 6-9 p.m.; 2889 W. U.S. 74, Monroe

June 25 AARP Meeting The Union County AARP Chapter 5164 meets in the Ellen Fitzgerald Center conference room. Visitors, we welcome you to join the group at monthly meetings without cost. Membership costs $10. 704-2824657 11 a.m.; 327 S. Hayne St., Monroe

Jeep Jam Capital Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Indian Trail showcases Jeeps at Queens South Bar and Grill to benefit St. Jude Children's Hospital. 7 p.m.; 1201 N. Broome St., Waxhaw

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Book Club Monroe Library's book club discusses “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens. 704-283-8184 Noon; 316 E. Windsor St., Monroe

Space Fun The Waxhaw Library program Space Fun for Little Explorerers and their Adults consists of activities that promotes literacy at the American Legion Post 208. 10:30 a.m.; 801 E. S. Main St., Waxhaw

Ribbon Cutting The Unique Boutique holds a ribbon cutting with the Union County Chamber of Commerce. 704-2894567 4-4:30 p.m.; 6437 Old Monroe Road, Indian Trail

Ribbon Cutting The Center for Human Potential holds a ribbon cutting ceremony with the Union County Chamber of Commerce. 11 a.m.-1 p.m.; 200 E. Jefferson St., Monroe

Bike Night Growler USA hosts Bike Night with drink specials. 704-494-9445 6 p.m.; 6443 Old Monroe Road, Indian Trail

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church leadership, elders, etc. I asked about the vetting process for the pastor who had recently resigned. Then, one of the leaders look at me and said, “We’d like to ask you to help with pulpit supply on Sundays. Can you help?” Without missing a beat, I said, “No. I will consider it but at this juncture, I have to say “no.” I am just getting my life back since I am no longer HOA President. I will only consider it.” That wasn’t the answer they were expecting. We discussed various ways to fill the pulpit on Sundays. I could see the desperation on their face. Yet, I had to stand firm on my “no.” I knew what I would be committing to if I said yes. It would be a long search, probably over a year. I would be saying “yes” to preaching most of the Sundays. I would also be depriving myself of the opportunity to be fed at the church I attended. I would be giving of myself six days a week, both at the Rescue Mission and at this church. I would not get filled up in order to give to others. Soon, my own tank would be empty. I would be no good, for the residents at the mission, for the congregation at the church, and for my family. I’ve learned to say “no” to the good, so I can keep my calendar open to say “yes” to the excellent. Invite me to come speak at your church or civic club. I’d love to do that. I also know it is a onetime event and I can handle that. I’ll be back soon. Until then, live well my friend. The Rev. Tony Marciano is president and CEO of the Charlotte Rescue Mission.

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June 27

• Beantown: Delta Fire • Evening Muse: Nathan Angelo & Kevin Goodwin; Forming the Void • Fillmore: Hippo Campus • Mac’s Speed: Ready4More • Machu Picchu: Wanda Lopez • Moochies: Coconut Groove Band • Neighborhood Theatre: Hipgnostic • PNC Pavilion: Phish • Southern Range: 2 Ukes, Banjo &’a Box • Stooges: Tantrum • Sweet Union: John Emil • The Gibson: Jeremy Davids • Vintner’s Hill: Beauty & the Blues

• Evening Muse: AJ Ghent & Jmichael Peeples • PNC Pavilion: Rascal Flatts • Seaboard: Ryan Bailey • Small Bar: Open Mic w/ Marie Calabro

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Tony Marciano Reverend

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• Charlotte MCU: Vampire Weekend • Dunwellz: Music Bingo • Evening Muse: Dane Page & Heart Hunters; The Buzzards of Fuzz & Temperance League • Growler USA: Jason Brigner • Kristopher’s: Karaoke • Mary’s O’Neill’s: Traxx • Moochies: U-Phonik • Neighborhood Theatre: Kim Richey + Josh Rouse • Pineville Tavern: Shotgun Saints • Pita Kabab: 2nd Hand Gypsies • Stooges: Bending Fate • The Gibson: Carmen Tate Trio • Trail House: DeCarlo • Underground: Denzel Curry

June 23 • Beantown: Jade Moore • Evening Muse: George Banda & Friends, Ross Adams & Eric Button • Fox & Hound: Karaoke • Grace O’Malley’s: Mark n’ Brian • Neighborhood Theatre: Bennett Wales & The Relief

June 25 • Charlotte MCU: Shinedown • Evening Muse: Futurist, Alex Di Leo & Cody Lovaas • Neighborhood Theatre: The Stolen, State s& Capitals & Mighty Mango

June 26 • Beantown: Jade Moore • Fillmore: Rich the Kid • The Gibson: Colby Dobbs • Trail House: FireByrd • Underground: Parachut

Venues Charlotte • Charlotte MCU: 1000 NC Music Factory Blvd. • Evening Muse: 3227 N. Davidson St. • Fillmore:: 820 Hamilton St. • Fox & Hound: 8500 Pineville-Matthews Road • Neighborhood Theatre: 511 E. 36th St. • PNC Pavilion: 707 Pavilion Blvd. • The Gibson: 11318 N. Community House Road • Underground: 820 Hamilton St. Indian Trail • Growler USA: 6443 Old Monroe Road • Sweet Union: 13717 E. Independence Blvd. • Trail House: 6751 Old Monroe Road Matthews • Beantown: 130 Matthews Station St. • Grace O’Malley’s: 157 N. Trade St. • Kristopher’s: 250 N. Trade St. • Mac’s Speed: 142 E. John St. • Machu Picchu: 11329 E. Independence Blvd. • Moochies: 15060 Idlewild Road • Pita Kabab: 131 E. John St. • Seaboard: 213 N. Trade St. • Small Bar: 4320 Potters Road Mint Hill • Dunwellz: 7110 Brighton Park Drive • Stooges: 13230 Albemarle Road • Vintner’s Hill: 7427 Matthews-Mint Hill Road Monroe • Southern Range: 151 S. Stewart St. Pineville • Pineville Tavern: 314 N. Polk St. Waxhaw • Mary’s O’Neill’s: 116 W. N. Main St.

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WEDDINGTON

Williams picked up his second Division I football offer over the weekend, earning a preferred walk-on at the University of North Carolina. Williams is one of the state’s top-rated kickers and a huge weapon for the defending state champs.