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American Legion baseball team makes states by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com

MATTHEWS – The Hooks-Orr Matthews Post 235 Junior American Legion baseball team has qualified for the state tournament in its first official season. The 17 and under team, which plays its home games at Butler High School, won four straight elimination games to become one of the top two finishers in NC Area 4, which represents the Charlotte region. They finished with a 20-8-1 record. “We played 29 games in 50 days,” Coach

Steve Brooks said. “The guys were downright tired after Friday, so we took a couple of days off.” Brooks said the team isn't necessarily doing anything different as far as practice heading into the state tournament. They are still getting some batting and pitching practice in, but they are ready for the postseason. Games begin this week. Brooks attributes the team's success to strong pitching, defense and a camaraderie among players from many different schools. see BASEBALL, Page 5A

Coach Steve Brooks said his American Legion junior team is a strong unit with great pitching and fielding. Photo courtesy of Monique Brooks

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Addiction, mental health clinic opens in Matthews by Karie Simmons karie@cmgweekly.com

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MATTHEWS – A new addiction and mental health clinic recently opened on Senna Drive off Matthews Township Parkway, offering another option for those on the path to recovery. Eleanor Health serves anyone impacted by addiction, whether they are someone currently struggling with addiction, a relapsed individual looking to re-engage in recovery, an older adult needing intensive medical support or a family or loved one of someone with addiction. The Matthews clinic is Eleanor Health’s 10th in North Carolina. The company also has locations in Louisiana,

Massachusetts, Ohio, Washington and New Jersey. According to Danica Patterson, Eleanor Health’s North Carolina general manager, the expansion into Matthews comes in response to the state’s growing addiction and mental health services and delivery needs, which has been amplified by the pandemic. Patterson said job loss, blurred boundaries of working from home, the struggle to find childcare and sudden changes to everyday life, no matter how small, have pushed people toward other outlets. “We’ve seen an increase in people turning to substance as a coping mechanism,” Patterson said. “The pandemic may

he election filing period is an exciting time because new and familiar faces emerge to lead their communities. Then there's that bittersweet moment when you're looking at the list of candidates and realize a longtime mayor or council member isn't going to be on the ballot. Here are five political figures we'll miss when their terms expire later this year. Jeff Miller (Matthews) Miller has served seven terms as a Matthews commissioner, dating back to 2007. Miller, a former manager at Family Dollar, takes pride in the small town feel and cool downtown vibe that residents love about Matthews. He also has the best comedic timing on the board. Mike Cochrane (Mint Hill) Cochrane became a Mint Hill commissioner in 2017 after a long career in the banking industry. He never turned down an opportunity to commend the work of the town's police, fire and public works departments, particularly after severe weather events.

"We want to be a shining light for people who face stigma with addiction." • Danica Patterson Eleanor Health

David Cohn (Indian Trail) During his initial eight-year run as a councilman (2011 to 2019), Cohn represented the people of Indian Trail passionately when it came to issues like renewing the town's contract with the sheriff's office and the cost of the new town hall. He rejoined the

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West Nile virus found in Mecklenburg County Yummy Iconic moments in ice cream history, 1B

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CHARLOTTE – The State Laboratory of Public Health identified West Nile virus in a mosquito collected in central Mecklenburg County on July 14. No residents have been identified with neuroinvasive West Nile virus in 2021. Mosquitoes are responsible for circulating West Nile virus within the wild bird population and can transmit the virus to humans through a single bite. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the majority of people who become infected with West Nile virus experience no symptoms to

a mild, flu-like illness. However, about 20% of people who are infected will develop a fever with other symptoms such as headache, body aches, joint pains, vomiting, diarrhea or rash. In about 1% of infections, West Nile virus can cause a severe illness affecting the central nervous system, such as encephalitis (inflammation of the brain) or meningitis (inflammation of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord). There are no West Nile vaccines licensed for use in humans and no medications to cure West Nile disease once a person is infected by a

mosquito. Individuals should take steps to minimize their exposure to mosquitoes during outside activities, especially during morning and evening hours. Gibbie Harris, the county's health director, urges residents to: • Use an EPA-registered mosquito repellent and apply according to the manufacturer's instructions; see https://www.epa.gov/insect-repellents/find-repellent-right-you • Install or repair screens on windows and doors to keep mosquitoes outside, and if possible, use air conditioning. • Reduce mosquito breeding by emptying standing water from flow-

erpots, gutters, buckets, pool covers, pet water dishes, discarded tires, and birdbaths at least once a week. • If you are a horse owner, consult your veterinarian regarding proper protective vaccines for your horses and change the water in water troughs at least twice a week to discourage mosquito breeding. Help with mosquitoes For more information regarding mosquitoes or to file a mosquito complaint for your area, contact Environmental Health at 980-3431620 or visit Environmental Health (mecknc.gov) to submit a mosquito control service request online.

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AROUND THE REGION “We’re less than two months away from our annual Fall Litter Sweep, and we’re counting on everyone to help keep this momentum going,” N.C. Transportation Secretary Eric Boyette said. “Please do your part by securing your loads before traveling, throw away trash in garbage bins, recycle when you can and make sure your friends and family do the same.” The 2021 Fall Litter Sweep will be held from Sept. 11 to 25. Go here to sign up for the litter sweep. Visit the program’s webpage to learn more about the litter sweep.

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I believe getting vaccinated is the best way to prevent me from getting the virus again," Everett said. North Carolinians 18 and older who have received at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine are automatically entered into four drawings for a chance to win $1 million in cash. In addition, four North Carolinians ages 12 to 17 will win a $125,000 529 account for post-secondary education.

The future is bright for the teacher career of Zöe Zander. Photo courtesy of Union Academy

Union Academy teacher wins leadership award

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MONROE – Union Academy teacher Zöe Zander won an Early Career Educator of Color Leadership Award from the National Council of Teachers of English. Zander was one of 12 educators in their first five years of teaching to be selected for the award. She will receive an all-expense-paid trip to the NCTE annual convention and have the opportunity to present to her colleagues. “I am thrilled to partake in this opportunity to continue to grow as an educator, for myself and for my incredible students,” Zander said. “Teaching is the passion that drives me, and I hope to be able to teach and lead with my heart for many years to come.” The core of her work includes teaching empathy, cultural literacy and social responsibility through literature. “I believe literature speaks to and through us and that human connection is the basis of empathy,” Zander said. “Teaching world literature gives me boundless opportunities to use historical context and cultural literacy as the captivating vessels to engage students and instill within them the desire to take part in positive social change as they grow and learn.”

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NCDOT has picked up more than 8M pounds of litter this year

Pineville woman wins $1 million vaccine lottery

RALEIGH – The N.C. Department of Transportation’s crews, contractors and volunteers have collected more than 8 million pounds of litter from roadsides since Jan. 1 and are on pace to exceed the state’s record for litter collection – 10.5 million pounds – set in 2019.

PINEVILLE – Natalie Everett, of Pineville, received a $1 million prize as the state’s second Your Shot at A Million Summer Cash Drawing winner. Everett said she was moved to get vaccinated after spending time researching the vaccine. "I had COVID-19 and after doing a lot of research,

CHARLOTTE – July 19 marked the start of the weeklong Shop for Good CLT campaign. SHARE Charlotte uses the campaign to encourage the community to help area nonprofits by fulfilling their Amazon wish lists. Here are some examples of what charities need from southern Mecklenburg and western Union counties. • Alexander Youth Network: face masks, games and books • Alzheimer's Association: supplies for storing and lugging • Bright Blessings: beanies, bibs, bootie socks and onsies • Carolina Waterfowl Rescue: cleaning supplies, bird toys and pet carriers • Charlotte Black Dogs: table cloths, yard signs and a canopy. • Matthews Free Medical Clinic: party supplies for fundraisers and Hefty storage containers • Matthews HELP Center: school supplies • Philips Academy: batteries and basketballs • Servant's Heart of Mint Hill: cleaning and hygiene products

Southeastern Freight Lines appoints service center manager LEXINGTON, S.C. – Southeastern Freight Lines has promoted Brandon Graham to the role of service center manager in south Charlotte. Graham has more than six years Graham of experience at Southeastern, starting his career at the West Atlanta service center in Georgia as a front line leader. He has served in various leadership positions during his time with the company, including outbound supervisor, operations manager, assistant service center manager and, most recently, service center manager in Montgomery, Alabama. On the web: www.sefl.com

Brawley joining WCU trustees CULLOWHEE – The N.C. General Assembly appointed Matthews resident Bill Brawley to serve on the Western Carolina University Board of Trustees from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2025. Brawley Brawley served four terms in the N.C. House of Representatives, two terms as a commissioner for the Matthews Board of Commissioners and served 11 years as an appointed park commissioner for Mecklenburg County. He chaired the citizens environmental advisory committee, the greenway and trails committee and the strategic planning committee. see REGION, Page 3A

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Breaking down the regional election ballots by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com

Most communities in southern Mecklenburg and western Union counties held candidate filing between July 2 and 16 for the Nov. 2 election. Candidates running for office are required to file their paperwork to officially be added to the ballot. Charlotte will not hold its election in 2020 due to late Census data preventing the city from maintaining voter districts of equal size. Stallings and Weddington, which also have districts, will hold their filing periods from noon July 26 to Aug. 13. Here's a look at races in the rest of the communities in our coverage area:

Fairview

Current Mayor: Phil Thomas Current Council: John Biggers, Jerry Clontz, Patricia Kindley & Gary Wilfong The Race: Six candidates are running for two seats, including council members Jerry Clontz and Patricia Kindley. The race has attracted new candidates in Michael Eiss, Alex Karakosta, Breanne Taylor and Matt Taylor.

Hemby Bridge

Current Mayor: Kevin Pressley Current Aldermen: Chris Baker, Kim Belk, Dennis Dorton & Rodney Mullis The Race: Aldermen Kevin Pressley and Rodney Mullis are the only members of the board eligible for reelection. Once elected, the board will select a mayor. No challengers here.

no ran in 2019 with Tofano falling 49 votes shy of a seat.

Mineral Springs

Current Mayor: Frederick “Rick” Becker III Current Council: Valerie Coffey, Jerry Countryman, Janet Critz, Lundeen Cureton, Bettylyn Krafft, Vacant The Race: Mayor Rick Becker and council members Jerry Countryman, Janet Critz and Bettylyn Krafft are running for reelection. Becker is running unopposed while the council takes on challenges Nicholas Altherr, Chelsey Felts and Richard Helms (not the county commissioner). Charles Bowden and James Muller are running for the unexpired term that became available following the death of Councilwoman Peggy Neill.

Mint Hill

Current Mayor: Brad Simmons Current Commission: Mike Cochrane, Dale Dalton, Patrick Holton & Tony Long The Race: Mayor Brad Simmons is running unopposed for a second term. At least one new face will join the Mint Hill Board of Commissioners as Mike Cochrane won't seek a third term. Commissioners Dale Dalton, Patrick Holton and Tony Long will try to fend off challengers Beverly Blake Cannaday, Scott Fandel, Twanna Henderson, Richard “Fig” Newton and Rhonda Walker. Newton served as a commissioner from 2015 to 2019, when he ran for mayor.

Monroe

Current Mayor: Michael Alvarez Current Council: Todd Barber, David Cohn, Mike Head, Marcus McIntyre & Jerry Morse The Race: Clarence Alsobrooks Jr., Tom Amburgey, Jonathon Baer, Cade Batchelor, Gordon Daniels and Dennis Gay are seeking seats currently held by outgoing councilmen Mike Head and Jerry Morse. Crystal Buchaluk, Brian Cross and Michael Faulkenberry are running for the unexpired term held by outgoing Councilman David Cohn,. Daniels has previously served on the council while Baer, Cross and Faulkenberry have run in either 2017 or 2019.

Current Mayor: Bobby Kilgore Current Council: Surluta Anthony, Freddie Gordon, Marion Holloway, Angelia James, Lynn Keziah, Franco McGee The Race: The city will get a new mayor and at least one new council member. Council members Surluta Anthony, Marion Holloway and Franco McGee are eligible for reelection, but Holloway is running for mayor as is council member Angelia James, who win or lose will remain on the council until 2023. Bob Yanacsek is running for mayor as well. Anthony and McGee are seeking reelection. They are joined by challengers Gary Anderson, Cress Barnes, David Dotson, James Kerr, Michele King and Julie Thompson. Anderson and King ran in 2019 with Anderson finishing 38 votes shy of a seat.

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Pineville

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Current Mayor: David Cleveland Current Council: Bruce Barton, Pam Jack, James Record, Jeremy Russell & Joe Scaldara The Race: Residents will vote for mayor and two council seats. Councilwoman Pam Jack has opted not to run for reelection while Councilman James Record is running against Mayor David Cleveland, has has served four terms. The prospect of two new faces on village council has lured six challengers: John Carlson, Joseph Parente, Wayne Rentsch, Mark Ricards, Grace George Stanley and Steve Tutor.

Marvin

Current Mayor: Joe Pollino Jr. Current Council: Jamie Lein, Bob Marcolese, Kim Vandenberg & Andy Wortman The Race: Joe Pollino, who has served as mayor since 2013, is running unopposed. Council members Kim Vandenberg and Andy Wortman, who was appointed to his seat in 2020, hope to return to the council. The village added a new seat in time for this election. Challengers Wayne Deatherage, Brandi Smith and Christopher Smith are also running for council seats.

Matthews

Current Mayor: John Higdon Current Commission: Dave Bland, Renee Garner, Ken McCool, Jeff Miller, John Urban & Larry Whitley The Race: Mayor John Higdon will coast to a second term without an opponent. At least two new faces will join the Matthews Board of Commissioners since Dave Bland and Jeff Miller are not running. The race has an equal number of incumbents (Renee Garner, Ken McCool, John Urban and Larry Whitley) and challengers (Danielle Burnham, Gina Hoover, Heather Spicer Laws and Mark Tofano). Hoover and Tofa-

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Current Mayor: John (Jack) Edwards Current Council: Les Gladden, Joe Maxim, Melissa Rogers Davis & Amelia Stinson-Wesley, The Race: Mayor Jack Edwards is running unopposed for the third time since taking the head of the table in 2013. Joe Maxim and Melissa Rogers Davis were the only council members up for reelection in 2021 but neither filed. Barring an ambitious writein campaign, Christopher McDonough will return to the council for the first time since 2017. He'll be joined by newcomer Ed Samaha, a volunteer at Pineville Neighbors Place and Sterling Elementary School.

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Current Mayor: Ron Pappas Current Commissioners: Jason Hall, Brenda McMillon, Pedro Morey, Anne Simpson, Tracy Wesolek The Race: Three commissioner seats are up for grabs and Jason Hall, Brenda McMillon and Tracy Wesolek aren't giving them up without a fight. The race will be a new experience to Hall, who was appointed to fill Kat Lee's vacancy late last year. Martin Lane, Ryan Lougheed and Joseph Sancinella are challenging for the seats. Lane last served on the board 10 years ago.

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Current Mayor: Jan Smith Current Council: Lori Bailey, David Boyce, Mike Como & Amanda Fuller The Race: Amanda Fuller, who has been serving as acting mayor for some time, is running unopposed for mayor, allowing for one new face to join the village council this year. Councilman Mike Como’s seat is the only other one up for grabs and he is hoping to retain it. Challengers Deb Coates Bledsoe and Richard Stephens are also in the council race.

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Brawley served on the board of the Catawba Lands Conservancy, the Little Sugar Creek Greenway Steering Committee, and the 1992 Citizens Blue Ribbon Study Committee on County Governance. He is also a U.S. Army veteran.

Statewide nonprofit board has Charlotte ties RALEIGH – Diego Ramon was among five new members to join the board of directors of the North Carolina Center for Nonprofits.

The board provides strategic direction and growth around the center’s mission to educate, connect and advocate for North Carolina nonprofits. Ramon serves as vice president of the North Carolina Regional Office at Mutual of America in Charlotte. The board also selected its new slate of officers for 2021-22, including Deviré Robinson as chair. Robinson works as vice president of philanthropic advancement at Foundation For The Carolinas in Charlotte.

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Tucker: High school athletics should not be politicized by Que Tucker NCHSAA Commissioner

Editor's note: Que Tucker, commissioner of the N.C. High School Athletic Association made these remarks July 20 regarding House Bill 91 being introduced to the N.C. General Assembly's Senate Committee on Education/ Higher Education. The bill, described as "Accountability and Fair Play in Athletics, calls for restructuring oversight of public high school interscholastic athletics. The North Carolina High School Athletic Association has a proud history spanning almost 110 years that demonstrates the capability and desire of member association schools to successfully provide self-governance and leadership for the conduct of education-based high school athletics in our state. The 427

member schools of the NCHSAA have governed the Association, serving as members of the NCHSAA’s board of directors, voting on association matters, and overseeing the activities of the NCHSAA through representatives in their regions as well as the classifications. Those items are spoken of in our articles of incorporation and bylaws and throughout the history of the association we have followed those bylaws very faithfully in how the membership governs itself. Our membership and boards of directors have established and recognized that they, the members of the Association, know what is best for students in our state regarding high school athletics, the decision-making as well as the regulations that must be followed. Now, let's speak specifically to legislative involvement and specifically House Bill 91, which we were made of first thing this morn-

ing. So, to say that we have had very little time to understand and digest everything that is in this bill is truly an understatement. The General Assembly’s discussion today of HB 91 represents what we believe to be a fullscale attack on the ability and desire of the NCHSAA member schools to govern their own affairs as relates to high school athletics, education-based athletics. We believe that high school athletics in our state should not be a political issue. When you start peeling away or turning the pages of this bill, clearly there are politics involved in how the new Commission that they have mention would be established. We want what is best for students in North Carolina, particularly the student-athletes in our program. We believe that many members of the General Assembly are motivated to that end as well. We have demonstrated

our willingness to partner with the General Assembly, and we want to work towards our goal of being the national model for education-based athletics in the country. We implore the members of the General Assembly to recognize the outstanding work that we have done, are doing and look forward to doing in high school athletics in our state. We have invited them to share in good faith if they have ideas to improve the NCHSAA or would like to discuss matters pertaining to the Association. The NCHSAA board and staff hope that legislators will participate in a productive and positive way to improve high school and youth athletics. However, we feel it is unlikely, at best, that students in our state will be the benefactors if changes such as what we see in HB 91 and suggestions like we see in that bill are made under the threat of imminent legislative takeover.

Stein: Protect yourself against ransomware attacks by Josh Stein N.C. Attorney General

Earlier this summer, North Carolinians saw just how troubling a ransomware attack can be as the Colonial Pipeline shutdown wreaked havoc at gas stations across the Southeast. But this wasn’t a one-time thing – ransomware attacks are on the rise. Last year alone, nearly a quarter of the 1,644 data breaches that companies reported to my office were caused by ransomware attacks. Ransomware can refer to many types of malware that hackers use to gain access to a device or net-

work for the purpose of holding its data for ransom. Ransomware isn’t just a scam. It actually infects devices and doesn’t go away until the ransom is paid. Even if a person or business pays the ransom, the data may not be recoverable. The financial impact of a ransomware attack can be overwhelming, so here are some ways to protect your data from this rising threat. The most important thing you can do is be cautious with your data and online practices. Most ransomware can only get into your devices if you let it. Ransomware attackers like to take advantage of faulty networks, so make sure

you install software updates when they’re available. Also make sure that you have antivirus and malware protection on your devices. These programs automatically scan your files for potential malware threats and can save you major headaches by finding and getting rid of them. Don’t click on links or download attachments from people or companies you’re not familiar with. Double and triple-check the email or phone number of anyone who sends you something to download. And if you suspect a message is a phishing attempt, which involves the hackers impersonating a person

or organization that you know and trust, don’t click on or respond to it. Protect your passwords. If you use the same password for different accounts and it gets compromised somewhere, cybercriminals could gain access to your devices and accounts and launch a ransomware attack. Set unique and complex passwords with numbers, symbols, and a mixture of upper and lowercase letters. And change them regularly. You should also enable multi-factor authentication whenever possible – this can prevent hackers from logging into your accounts even if they get one of your passwords. And this is important – remem-

ber to back up your data regularly. If you experience a ransomware attack, you’ll at least be able to access the information you need from a secure source. If you do fall victim to a ransomware attack, report it to the FBI or the U.S. Secret Service immediately, or call my office for guidance at 1-877-5-NO-SCAM. We can never protect all of our information, or the information that others may have about us, from cyberattacks. But if we take steps to protect our data and networks, we can minimize the risks and save ourselves from personal and financial harm in the future.

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Former state lawmaker Bill Brawley chats with Matthews Commissioner Jeff Miller during a campaign event. CMG file photo

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board in September 2020 following the passing of Councilwoman Shirley Howe. Bobby Kilgore (Monroe) Kilgore, who is possibly the folksiest mayor in the Charlotte region, first took the oath as a city councilman in December 1997 and as mayor in December 2005. His willingness to read to elementary school classrooms, explain the role of government to youth and shake the hands of entrepreneurs at grand openings proves he's a people person. Peggy Neill (Mineral Springs) This one stings as a result of her recent passing. The Mineral Springs Town Council ap-

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proved a resolution June 10 that recognized her contributions to the community. “Peggy began her service to the Town of Mineral Springs even before its reincorporation, having dedicated hundreds of hours of her time as part of the citizens’ re-incorporation committee, and as such she should be recognized as a founder of the town,” according to the resolution. Other notables • David Bland (Matthews): Returned as Matthews commissioner in 2019 after serving from 1985 to 1993. • Pam Jack (Lake Park): Won unexpired terms to the village council in 2015, 2017 and 2019. • Melissa Rogers Davis (Pineville): The reigning mayor pro tem won elections in 2011, 2013 and 2017.

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The squad consists of guys that play other sports like cross-country, football and soccer. Travel ball has been a big obstacle to American Legion baseball rosters in recent years. But travel ball can be pricey and some kids may want to take a break from baseball to pursue other sports in the fall and winter months. Hooks-Orr Matthews Post 235 plans to field a team next year in the American Legion Senior Baseball program (age 19 and under) as well as softball. Demand is high for the junior squad, too. “It's just taking off,” Brooks said. “We're getting calls left and right for players for next year.” Brooks credits Post 235, especially assistant coach Greg Smith, which extends beyond baseball. Players have watched “Band of Brothers” and attended Post 235's Memo-

feel over for some, but we’re seeing a lot of lingering effects.” She said Matthews was chosen based on its population density and proximity to Charlotte. “Matthews is super quaint. We love it and we’re excited to be a mainstay in the community,” Patterson said. “There was a need here and we wanted to fill that need.” Inside the clinic, there are two group rooms, an individual room, lab area and offices for staff, including a behavior health clinician and community recovery partners, or peer coaches, who offer a beenthere-done-that approach. The clinic’s name is an ode to Eleanor Roosevelt, one of the earliest champions for universal human rights including medical care, and her quotes are painted all over the walls. Eleanor also means “shining light” in Greek, which Patterson said fits the clinic’s goal to illuminate a path for each person seeking its services, each community it joins and the industry as a whole. “We want to be a shining light for people who face stigma with addiction,” Patterson said. Unlike other treatment centers, staff at Eleanor Health don’t use the word “sobriety.” Instead, they embrace a harm reduction approach to substance abuse disorder that focuses on preventing overdose and infectious disease. It measures success based on improvements, rather than black and white metrics. “It’s not three strikes and you’re out,” said Operations Manager Jennifer Lemire. Services at Eleanor Health include med-

ication-assisted treatment, therapy and counseling, psychiatric evaluation, recovery resources and virtual care. Members get a personalized care plan that includes medication-assisted treatment to ease withdrawal symptoms as well as medication management for co-occurring mental health disorders like anxiety or depression. Danaan Yo, a behavior health clinician at the Matthews clinic, offers group and oneon-one outpatient therapy during which she talks to members about their goals, what’s working and what’s not and serves as a resource and sounding board. She said she stands behind Eleanor Health’s whole-person care model that’s based in science and the understanding that addiction is a disease requiring medical, behavioral and social support. “I enjoy the combination of addressing both substance abuse and mental health because I feel like I get to better work with the whole person,” Yo said, adding that it’s rewarding to be part of someone’s journey toward recovery. “It feels like a privilege.” Lemire said staff at Eleanor Health are there for guidance but recognize members’ autonomy in their treatment, and that’s why many see success. “We’re helping better the community by allowing individuals to learn how to live their best life and not fall down that broken path,” Lemire said. “We don’t tell the members what their best life looks like. They tell us and we help them achieve it.” Want to learn more? Visit www.eleanorhealth.com/locations/ north-carolina/matthews for more information about Eleanor Health and the Matthews clinic, located at 3013 Senna Drive, Suite A.

• Butler: Liam Eidy, Dylan Jones and Tyler Jones; • Carmel Christian: Luke Alexander, Kent Blankenburg, Griffin Brooks, Sam Spratt and Bryson Tarr; • Charlotte Catholic: Drew Heiser and Zach Vigre; • Covenant Day: Andrew Hempe, Evan Hempe and Weston Shoudy; • Providence: Cole Pennotti; and • Sun Valley: Peyton Creech. The coaching staff consists of Brian Alexander, Steve Brooks, Kevin Heiser, Scott Sanders, Greg Smith, Andy Tarr. Follow the team at www.twitter.com/ Post235baseball.

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In honor of National Ice Cream Day on July 18, we looked through the archives to find the most iconic moments in local ice cream history. You can find more on Facebook.

Hunter Hanner has his picture made with Scoops the Mascot for Bruster's Ice Cream after winning an ice cream eating contest in July 2009 in Monroe.

The First Annual Charlotte Region Ice Cream Eating Contest was held July 19, 2009 at Bruster's Real Ice Cream stores in Matthews, Indian Trail, Monroe, Cornelius, Gastonia, Kannapolis, Mooresville and Tega Cay. This was from the Matthews event. CMG file photos

Hunter Hanner, 9, gets ready to down a big scoop of ice cream on his way to winning the 7 to 9 year old group in the Bruster's Ice Cream Eating Contest in July 2009 in Monroe.

Matthews Dairy Queen owners Thomas and Barbara Martin pose with their daughter, who is dressed as store mascot Curly, in August 2016. Had it not been for their daughter’s friends at Sun Valley High School, Barbara isn’t sure the store would have survived its first summer 20 years prior.

Ernesto Reina, a 23-year-old Waxhaw resident, opened Jolly Rolls, a custom ice cream shop in Matthews. The restaurant is no longer open but served as an example of the types of ice cream innovations we've seen in town.

Jeremiah's Italian Ice opened during the COVID-19 pandemic, specifically October 2020, at 3501 Matthews-Mint Hill Road.

Idlewild and Mint Hill firefighters gathered in April 2011 at Mint Hill’s Baskin-Robbins for 31 Cent Scoop Night, where ice cream scoops cost just 31 cents. The annual event honors firefighters for their service and the Baskin-Robbins Community Foundation donated $100,000 to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation. More than 1,350 scoops of ice cream were served at Mint Hill’s five-hour event.

Matthews-Mint Hill Weekly plastered this photo of Rocky River football coach Jason Fowler fixing a bowl of ice cream with the headline “just deserts” as we touted the news he earned another job. Some people wrote letters calling us idiots for misspelling “desserts” but we were using an expression meaning that which is deserved.

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Editor’s note: Information provided by the Charlotte Regional Realtor Association and www.sales.carolinahome.com

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DATE SOLD

ADDRESS

SALE PRICE

2351 Caernarfon Lane June 8 2210 Caernarfon Lane June 7 9404 Bethesda Court June 4 2045 Caernarfon Lane June 1 Stevens Mill 1257 Mill Race Lane June 11 2116 Cotton Mill Court June 7 Stonewood 4025 Maple Shore Dr. June 11 Woodbridge 3008 Stevens Schultz Ln. June 14

28079 Bonterra 1114 Thessallian Lane June 16 1012 Equipoise Drive June 3 Brandon Oaks 6909 Fenwick Drive June 16 1112 Cooper Lane June 15 1019 Whippoorwill Ln. June 14 3005 Canopy Drive June 11 1025 Fountainbrook Dr. June 10 9220 Innesbrook Court June 10 1001 Fountainbrook Dr. June 4 1006 Canopy Drive June 3 1032 Spanish Moss Rd. June 2 1017 Fountainbrook Dr. June 1 6877 Fenwick Drive June 1 2003 Hollyhedge Lane June 1 Colton Ridge 2020 Sentinel Drive June 1 Fieldstone Farm 1035 Blue Stream Lane June 18 Holly Park 2253 Shumard Circle June 16 Lake Park 7003 Conifer Circle June 22 3705 Arthur St. June 17 3608 Ruth St. June 16 3405 Mayhurst Drive June 8 6615 Courtland St. June 1 Oak Grove 2327 Ivy Run Drive June 17 Shiloh Trace 1411 Langdon Terrace Dr. June 14 Stoney Creek 529 Mcmillan Drive June 22 Taylor Glenn 1017 Apogee Drive June 18

$461,500 $415,000 $330,000 $437,000 $379,000 $450,000 $342,000 $395,000 $375,000 $280,000 $465,000 $351,000 $303,000 $425,000

SALE PRICE

$405,000 $486,000 $460,000 $435,000 $363,000 $425,100 $300,000 $360,000

28105 Ashley Creek 2000 Shannon Bridge Ln. June 14 Brightmoor 3102 Peggy Ridge Terrace June 8 Country Place 636 Sagemont Ave. June 4 Deerfield Creek 3809 Fawn Hill Road June 10 Dunnwood 2320 Blueberry Ridge Rd. June 18 Elizabeth Place 317 Willow Brook Drive June 22 528 Willow Brook Drive June 18 Idlewild 13725 Sustare Court June 11 Matthews Estates 709 Clearbrook Road June 22 713 Clearbrook Road June 4 Matthews Ridge 6751 Fieldstone Manor Dr. June 14 Sardis Plantation 601 Laurel Fork Drive June 9 Southwoods Village 2918 Firewood Drive June 4 Suburban Woods 11328 Torino Road June 11 Williams Station 3031 Cross Tie Lane June 23 Winterbrooke 2538 Honey Creek Ln. June 8 Wynchase 2505 Mullis Lane June 23

$420,000 $365,000 $325,000 $327,000 $295,000 $410,000 $300,000 $289,000 $315,000 $410,000 $381,000 $440,000

28104 Bromley 3105 Highbury Place June 24 Brookhaven 1103 Thistledown Court June 23 6005 Camrose Crossing Lane June 18 1033 Westbury Drive June 1 Callonwood 1205 Kingsford Court June 2 Chestnut Oaks 1225 Saint Johns Ave. June 1 Fairfield Plantation 7117 Stoney Ridge Rd. June 17 Hadley Park 2346 Garden View Lane June 17 Hunley Creek 8134 Hunley Ridge Rd. June 10 Kerry Greens 5105 Ashie Avenue June 17 Lindenwood 1229 Hardwood Drive June 10 Providence Woods 2933 Michelle Drive June 3 Providence Woods South 5000 Saddle Horn Trail June 10 Quintessa 1103 Veramonte Drive June 23 9006 Caliterra Drive June 15 Shannamara

DATE SOLD

$1,400,000 $1,185,000 $915,000 $1,000,000

$379,000 $380,000 $365,000 $775,000 $500,000 $640,000 $650,000 $365,888 $380,000 $336,000 $385,000 $355,875 $340,000 $261,000 $320,000 $572,000 $340,000

28134 Bridlestone 14631 Hawick Manor Ln. June 18 Cardinal Woods 13734 Bluffton Court June 14 Danby 12613 Danby Road June 4 McCullough 8639 Mccullough Club Dr. June 15 12821 Jacks Lane June 1 Traditions 818 Traditions Park Dr. June 18 Woodside Falls 12001 Dolomite Drive June 21 Woodside Village 14238 Quartz Lane June 24 14208 Quartz Lane June 10

$427,500 $435,000 $325,000 $1,050,000 $335,000 $323,500 $535,500 $701,000

$390,000 $376,000 $270,000 $615,000 $479,900 $310,000 $251,000 $275,000 $260,000

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The Chimneys of Marvin 2412 Creek Manor Drive June 4 Cureton 8513 Whitehawk Hill Rd. June 17 3601 Collaroy Road June 9 Demere 4820 St Simons Terrace June 15 Firethorne 1013 Seminole Drive June 7 Hollister 803 Five Leaf Lane June 14 409 Five Leaf Lane June 1 Hunter Oaks 1210 Coachman Drive June 17 8800 Ferngrove Court June 14 8607 Mossington Lane June 14 1308 Coachman Drive June 11 8906 Snapfinger Court June 10 1200 Coachman Drive June 10 9301 Shrewsbury Drive June 3 609 Birchwood Drive June 2 Lawson 1201 Toteros Drive June 23 4113 Oxford Mill Road June 22 2116 Trading Ford Drive June 22 2305 Trading Ford Drive June 21 1409 Great Road June 17 1208 Flat Heads Lane June 17 1920 Pudding Lane June 11 1276 Burleyson Lane June 10 1516 Prickly Lane June 9 4720 Pearmain Drive June 4 2645 Southern Trace Dr. June 2 2104 Howards Mill Lane June 1 Marvin Creek 400 Smokey Hollow Dr. June 1 MillBridge 3108 Bridgewick Road June 21 1016 Deep River Way June 21 3013 Lydney Circle June 17 2021 Tailwood Drive June 17 1121 Walbury Hill June 15 3020 Lydney Circle June 14 5074 Oakmere Road June 14 108 Elmrich Court June 14 1030 Delridge St. June 14 1000 Fallondale Road June 10 5016 Millbridge Pkwy. June 8 6000 Fallondale Road June 4 3007 Hudson Mill Drive June 3 4008 Silverwood Drive June 2 3102 Deep River Way June 1 Park Providence 8301 Cutters Spring Dr. June 4 Prescot 8104 Prescott Glen Pkwy. June 2 Providence Downs 1505 Alydar Court June 15 2206 Whiskery Drive June 14 8840 Kentucky Derby Dr. June 7 Providence Downs South 9803 Strike The Gold Ln. June 10 2026 Connonade Drive June 9 1303 Venetian Way Dr. June 7 1613 Funny Cide Drive June 2 1727 Funny Cide Drive June 1 Providence Grove 8104 Brisbin Drive June 14 Providence Ridge 8708 Nellie Lane June 10 Quellin 3000 Spruell Court June 23 Silver Creek 5809 Silver Creek Drive June 9 1112 Boulder Court June 4 Somerset 8310 Tintinhull Lane June 17 518 Pembroke Lane June 17 414 Belvedere Lane June 11 103 Towton Court June 4 213 Blackheath Court June 2 Stonegate 6119 Lostgate Lane June 3 1624 Ambergate Drive June 2 Wesley Oaks 6407 Crosshall Place June 17 6201 Adelaide Place June 8

SALE PRICE

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28226 Candlewyck 2601 Hillmont Drive June 14 2041 Lawton Bluff Road June 8 7440 Crowflock Court June 2 Carmel Valley 4134 Foxmoor Drive June 18 Challis Farms 8731 Lake Challis Lane June 16 Montibello 4815 Montibello Drive June 10 Providence Springs 1712 Rosebank Lane June 15 1721 Bardstown Road June 14 Quail View 4851 Lindstrom Drive June 14 Wessex Square 4621 Bournewood Lane June 17 4760 Carberry Court June 15 4648 Twynham Lane June 3 Windswept 4601 Noras Path Road June 9

$288,000 $375,000 $445,000 $457,000 $1,695,000 $1,915,640 $820,000 $875,000 $605,000 $505,000 $490,000 $499,000 $785,000

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5127 Soaring Eagle Ln. June 9 Fairington Oaks 6515 Northern Red Oak Dr. June 15 Farmwood 5430 Beaver Dam Lane June 21 7524 Timber Ridge Dr. June 17 10134 Little Creek Road June 7 5226 Fowler Farm Road June 3 Olde Sycamore 10302 Club Trophy Ln. June 8 Oxfordshire 5720 Crown Hill Drive June 22

SALE PRICE

$366,277 $550,000 $428,000 $372,000 $325,000 $430,000 $540,000 $470,000

28270 Bellmeade 1124 Bellemeade Lane June 15 Beverly Crest 7941 Elphin Court June 17 7706 Cashel Court June 3 Crofton 6746 Brookfield Place June 3 Hampton Leas 2437 Hamilton Mill Rd. June 21 Langston 3410 Cole Mill Road June 14 Linden Oaks 9819 Glastonbury Court June 14 Providence Arbours 4616 Esherwood Lane June 17 Providence Plantation 3500 Providence Manor Road June 24 2508 Houston Branch Rd. June 18 2305 Fontaine Court June 17 3714 Cheleys Ridge Ln. June 11 3201 Nancy Creek Rd. June 11 2144 Retana Drive June 7 9417 White Hemlock Ln. June 4 St. George Place 1248 Sydney Drive June 17 Willowmere 2822 Thornbush Court June 15 2929 Wheat Meadow Ln. June 15 3643 Canfield Hill Court June 11

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28277 Allyson Park 9931 Hazelview Drive June 15 $655,000 Amberleigh 10441 Foxdale Court June 22 $626,100 Ashton Grove 8927 Elrose Place June 9 $370,500 Auburn Place 10306 Threatt Woods Dr. June 3 $450,000 Ballantyne Country Club 11740 James Jack Lane June 24 $1,299,900 10917 Lederer Avenue June 23 $769,000 11456 James Jack Lane June 10 $1,415,000 15411 Ballantyne Country Club Drive June 2 $1,550,000 Ballantyne Meadows 14008 Wolf Den Lane June 3 $460,000 Berkeley 5512 Crosshill Court June 11 $655,000 Blakeney Heath 8709 Huntland Court June 8 $420,000 Bridgehampton 16527 Bridgehampton Club Drive June 24 $735,500 16615 Bridgehampton Club Drive June 8 $685,000 Cady Lake 10624 Stallions Glen Ln. June 7 $536,000 10726 Knight Castle Dr. June 1 $524,000 Carlyle 11532 Mcginns Trace Ct. June 4 $450,000 Cobblestone 9717 Tenencia Court June 3 $550,000 Highgrove 8101 Pemswood St. June 18 $1,230,000 Landen Meadows 8506 Albury Walk Lane June 23 $353,500 8514 Newton Lane June 16 $405,000 Orchid Hill 6912 Red Maple Drive June 10 $475,000 Piper Glen 6828 Seton House Ln. June 24 $685,000 4200 Stewart Ridge St. June 4 $660,000 Providence Country Club 12717 Long Cove Drive June 23 $850,000 6102 Providence Country Club Drive June 14 $1,600,000 11801 Dan Maples Drive June 14 $1,010,000 12305 Olympic Club Dr. June 7 $1,120,000 12532 Pine Valley Club Dr. June 1 $760,000 11510 Pine Valley Club Dr. June 1 $875,000 Providence Pointe 13634 Pacific Echo Dr. June 11 $640,000 15634 Sullivan Ridge Dr. June 9 $552,000 Raeburn 8701 Gelligum Drive June 9 $390,000 Raintree 9034 Deerpark Lane June 14 $495,000 Reavencrest 7818 Noland Woods Dr. June 17 $465,000 Southhampton 9232 Royal Highlands Ct. June 24 $415,000 17208 Cambridge Woods Court June 1 $413,000 Stone Creek Ranch 10931 Round Rock Rd. June 23 $505,000 6333 Springs Mill Road June 23 $715,251 4903 Mesa Verde Road June 21 $615,000 7900 Honey Fig Road June 2 $449,000 Thornhill 10705 Spring Camp Way June 7 $545,000 Weston Glen 14107 Eldon Drive June 16 $499,000 White Oak 9721 Ridgemore Drive June 7 $394,000 Williamsburg Raintree 10208 Thomas Payne Circle June 15 $602,000

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Ice cream places to try Here are some of the best ice cream and frozen yogurt places in our area. Did we miss one? Let us know by emailing justin@ cmgweekly.com. Matthews • Artisen Gelato, 301 W. John St. • Baskin-Robbins, 3114 Fincher Farm Road • Bruster's Real Ice Cream, 545 W. John St. • Dairy Queen, 1819 Matthews Township Pkwy. • Jeremiah's Italian Ice, 3501 Matthews-Mint Hill Road • Sweet Frog, 2233 Matthews Township Pkwy. • TCBY, 3116 Weddington Road • The Local Scoop, 111 Matthews Station St. Mint Hill • Baskin Robbins, 7001 Matthews-Mint Hill Road • Carolina Creamery, 11300 Lawyers Road • Sammy's Snowballs & Shakes, 8009 Fairview Road Pineville • Baskin-Robbins, 8334 Pineville-Matthews Road • Dippin' Dots (Carolina Place Mall), 11025 Carolina Place Pkwy. • Penguin Shaved Ice, 710 Main St. Waxhaw • Andy's Frozen Custard, 9921 Rea Road • Cookie Dough Bliss & Creamery, 318 E. S. Main St. • Ice Cream and Pizza Works, 3913 Providence Road S. • TCBY, 8133 Kensington Drive • Waxhaw Creamery, 109 E. N. Main St. Indian Trail • Baskin Robbins, 14055 W. U.S. 74 • Bruster's Real Ice Cream, 531 Indian Trail Road S. • Culvers, 5122 Old Charlotte Hwy. • Sweet Frog, 6443 Old Monroe Road • The Bridge Creamery and Soda Shop, 5902 Indian Trail Fairview Road Monroe • 100 Flavors Ice Cream, 1861 Dickerson Blvd. • Bruster's Real Ice Cream, 2166 Commerce Drive • Coquitos Flavored Ice, 1514 Concord Ave.

• Dairy Queen Grill & Chill, 400 W. Roosevelt Blvd. • Dollar Cone, 4043 Weddington Road • Neveria El Chavo, 616 W. Roosevelt Blvd. • Pelican's SnoBalls, 120 E. Sunset Drive • Sweet Frog, 2821 W. U.S. 74 Wesley Chapel • TCBY, 6312 Weddington-Monroe Road Charlotte (28209) • TCBY, 2823 Selwyn Ave. Charlotte (28210) • Around the World Cafe, 5110 Park Road • Häagen-Dazs (SouthPark Mall), 4400 Sharon Road • Jeni's Splendid Ice Cream: 4203 Park Road • TCBY, 8502 Park Road Charlotte (28211) • Baskin-Robbins, 4920 Old Sardis Road • Dairy Queen, 108 S. Sharon Amity Road • Golden Cow Creamery, 720 Gov Morrison St. Charlotte (28226) • Baskin-Robbins, 8334 Pineville-Matthews Road • Ben & Jerry's, 7800 Fairview Road • TCBY, 7731 Colony Road Charlotte (28277) • Baskin-Robbins, 16131 Lancaster Hwy. • Cold Stone Creamery, 9820 Rea Road • Häagen-Dazs, 7408 Waverly Walk Ave. • HoneyBee Gelato, 11914 Elm Lane • Marble Slab Creamery, 7800 Rea Road • Matcha Cafe Maiko, 8128 Providence Road • Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, 16631 • Lancaster Hwy. • Smallcakes Ballantyne, 13855 Conlan Circle • TCBY, 9804 Sandy Rock Place • TCBY, 9864 Rea Road • The Local Scoop, 5355 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy.

• KFC/Taco Bell, 9030 Lawyers Road, Charlotte – 90 Violations include: Certified person-in-charge wasn't available; ice machine had soil build-up; discard times were not written on some foods; sanitizer buckets in kitchen with bleach not at proper concentration; and facility had fruit flies. • On The Border, 10710 Providence Road – 90 Violations include: Three boxes of raw chicken were on shelf above marinated cooked chicken in walk-in cooler; can opener blade had heavy build-up; and pans of marinated precooked chicken, rice and sausage in walk-in cooler were not dated.

All Scores Charlotte (28209) • Clean Catch Fish Market, 2820 Selwyn Ave. – 99 • Domino's Pizza, 4755 South Blvd. – 97 • Harris Teeter (meat/seafood), 2717 South Blvd. – 96.5 • Park Lanes, 1700 Montford Drive – 96 • Tacos El Nevado, 4640 South Blvd. – 92 Charlotte (28210) • Domino's Pizza, 8510 Park Road – 99.5 • Harris Teeter (deli/coffee), 8538 Park Road – 96.5 • JC Tacos, 1343 Sharon Road W. – 92.5 • Jimmy John's, 4717 Sharon Road – 98 • Showmars, 1317 Emerywood Drive – 98 • Waffle House, 501 Westinghouse Blvd. – 94 Charlotte (28211) • Crown Club Events, 3500 Latrobe Drive – 95.5 • Earth Fare (produce), 721 Governor Morrison St. – 98.5 • Earth Fare (specialty foods), 721 Governor Morrison St. – 98.5 • Magpies, 3500 Latrobe Drive – 96.5 • Mezeh Mediterranean Grill,

4920 Old Sardis Road – 92.5 • Sandra Lee’s Country Kitchen, 3500 Latrobe Drive – 93 • Thai House, 110 S. Sharon Amity Road – 92.5 • Thai Orchid, 4223 Providence Road – 96 • What’s Up Dog, 3500 Latrobe Drive – 98 Charlotte (28226) • Harris Teeter (seafood) 3333 Pineville-Matthews Road – 98.5 • Harris Teeter (Starbucks), 3333 Pineville-Matthews Road – 98.5 • Harris Teeter (deli/bakery), 7823 Colony Road – 96.5 • Three Amigos 2, 7741 Colony Road – 93 Charlotte (28227) • Big Al's Pub & Grubberia, 9306 Albemarle Road – 94.5 • China Fun, 9020 Albemarle Road – 96 • KFC/Taco Bell, 9030 Lawyers Road – 90 • Tacos El Regio, 8829 E. W.T. Harris Blvd. – 93.5 Charlotte (28270) • Domino's Pizza, 1830 Galleria Blvd. – 97 Charlotte (28277) • Akropolis Cafe, 8200 Providence Road – 99 • Another Broken Egg Cafe, 11324 N. Community House Road – 98.5 • Bojangles, 6308 Providence Farm Lane – 91.5 • Cafe Moka, 7416 Waverly Walk Ave. – 95 • Chuy’s, 7314 Waverly Walk Ave. – 92 • Clean Juice, 9826 Sandy Rock Place – 94.5 • The Fresh Market (meat), 10828 Providence Road – 92.5 • Get Fit Foods, 14825 Ballantyne Village Way – 98 • Harris Teeter (produce), 16625 Lancaster Hwy. – 98.5 • Ilios Noche, 11508 Providence Road – 94 • Malaya Kitchen, 8200 Providence Road – 96 • McAlister’s (deli), 8046 Providence Road – 98 • McAlister’s (deli), 15127 Ballancroft Pkwy. – 98.5 • Mellow Mushroom, 14835 Ballantyne Village Way – 97 • Mod Pizza, 15127 Ballancroft Pkwy. – 100

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