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MATTHEWS – The Rotary Club of Matthews continued its tradition of recognizing Officers of the Month for the Matthews Police Department. What made this quarter’s batch special was their efforts weren’t in pursuit of arrests. Sgt. Steven Cohn encountered a man with autism in July living behind a gas station. Cohn bought clothes and food for the man and tried to connect him with community resources such as the Autism Society of NC and the YMCA.

He also hooked him up with a donated bicycle and helped him get a job in Matthews. “He found a way to help someone in need – not only by giving this person things but helping him gain the resources to help himself,” according to the nomination from Lt. S. Rozina. Officer Ashley Liles won Officer of the Month for returning to an address she had visited a couple days prior to help a woman The Rotary Club of Matthews recognized Sgt. Steven Cohn for going beyond the call of duty. Photo courtesy of MPD

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MATTHEWS – Chris Melton is not an afternoon coffee drinker. Melton admits on a recent episode of Charlotte Media Group’s “Coffee with a Candidate” podcast that he’s more likely to drink water or soda than coffee. Otherwise, he won’t be able to get any sleep. “There’s no coffee involved at 3 o’clock in the afternoon, but it’s the intent,” Melton said. “It’s the theater of the mind. The intent is to sit down and have a conversation.” Six of the seven candidates for town commissioner have sat across from Melton to explain who they are and their vision for Matthews. Melton can understand where they are coming from. He was a three-time town commissioner through 2019.

Since leaving office, Melton has been playing classic hit and beach music on 99.1 The Fun One as well as producing podcasts through Downtown Podcasting. Both are based in Monroe. Melton tinkered with the format of the “Coffee with a Candidate” podcast by including a lightning round to have a little fun with the candidates. He asked Renee Garner what year she would travel through time to experience. He asked others about their first celebrity crushes.

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Towns recognize importance of arts, culture MINT HILL – Town commissioners called on citizens to celebrate arts and culture as they proclaimed October as National Arts and Humanities Month in Matthews and Mint Hill. Mint Hill Mayor Brad Simmons read a proclamation Oct. 14 that served as a nod to the Arts & Science Council. The proclamation noted that the nonprofit arts industry pumped $243 million in total economic activity annually in Mecklenburg County. The industry also sup-

ports the full-time equivalent of 7,600 jobs. “The coronavirus has had a devastating impact on America’s arts sector, with 99% of cultural organizations having canceled events and artists being among the most severely affected segment of the nation’s workforce,” Simmons read from the proclamation. “Yet notwithstanding this fact, the arts have helped collectively lead us throughout the darkest times of the pandemic – lifting our spirits, unifying communities, and

jump-starting the economy.” The arts are especially important to Angela Gordon Mills, who owns Spotlight Performing Arts Academy in Mint Hill. She also represents the town on an Arts & Sciences Council advisory board. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to recognize and grow the impact of the arts and culture in this community,” Gordon Mills said. “With generous support from the Town of Mint Hill, Arts and Science Council grants have supported Mint Hill Arts, Fam-

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ily Fun Nights, Order My Steps Dance Company, and a variety of community projects, individual artists and creatives throughout our beautiful town.” Matthews Mayor Pro Tem Renee Garner serves on the same advisory board with Gordon Mills. “As Matthews joins this collective recognition of the importance of culture, we are reminded of the power of the arts to bring us together and celebrate our common humanity,” Garner said.

One of my biggest takeaways from the Mint Hill Women’s Club election forum on Oct. 11 is that citizens have seven solid commissioner candidates to choose from. Mint Hill’s future will be fine. However, there was one question at the forum that stumped all of the participating candidates: How do you address Mint Hill’s diverse population to ensure inclusion? No one nailed this question. Most of the candidates took their minute to explain how they are exposed to diversity at work. A couple called out some areas the town falls short, but no one provided any action steps beyond “vote for me.” This question goes beyond diversity. It can be a great indicator of thoughtfulness and care taken to hearing out constituents, especially those new to the area. I’ve often heard from newcomers the phrase “good ol’ boys network” to describe leadership in the communities surrounding Charlotte. That phase wouldn’t exist if leaders in those areas proactively sought out feedback from new faces. Easy for me to say. I retired from politics in the fifth grade. But here are some ideas from a former fifth-grade class president that come to mind: • Form a diversity advisory committee of people who live and work in Mint Hill to provide us feedback on potential programming and other issues. Matthews does this and it could create a pipeline of future leaders. • Partner with the Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce to identify businesses owned and operated by various ethnicities, and backgrounds (perhaps veterans) and team with them. Perhaps add some more Coffee with the Cop/ Commissioner events at those venues. • Ensure the Town of Mint Hill has a booth and presence at cultural events in the community so that people can approach with ideas or concerns. • Establish and maintain monthly communication with HOA presidents and neighborhood leaders to ensure town services aren’t falling through the cracks. • Reach out to experts at Central Piedmont Community College and the City of Charlotte to learn about best practices and things the town can do at a scaled-down, cost-effective manner. Anyone else have any ideas?

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Outdoor Concert The Legacy Motown Revue performs at the next installment of the Music on Main series in downtown Monroe. www.monroenc.org 6:30-9:30 p.m., Main Street, Monroe Oct. 30 Park Yoga Meghan Helms leads Yoga in the Park at Crossing Paths Park through a partnership with Indian Trail Parks & Recreation. Bring a mat. The weekly class costs $5. Register in advance. www.itsparksandrec.com 8-9 a.m.; 120 Blythe Drive Indian

Trail Potato Drop Volunteers help Pineville Neighbors Place distribute 40,000 pounds of potatoes to food pantries at Carolina Place Mall. Sign up in advance. www.facebook.com/PinevilleNeighborsPlace 9 a.m.-noon; 11025 Carolina Place Pkwy., Pineville Halloween Taps Carolina Beer Temple taps eight Halloween-flavored beers, including Haunting Graceland, Skeleton Walker and Gordgeous Pumpkin Ale. http://carolinabeertemple.com/ Noon-10 p.m.; 195 N. Trade St., Matthews Halloween Crawl Several Monroe restaurants and bars are participating in a Halloween Crawl. Some of the participating venues are East Frank Superette, Southern Range Brewing and The Courthouse Self Pour Beer and Wine. Tickets cost $5. Get them on www.eventbrite.com. 3-11 p.m.; Downtown Monroe Haunted Hallway School of Rock Charlotte presents a Halloween-themed open house with treats and trial music lessons. Sign up in advance for the free trial. https://locations.schoolofrock.com/ 4-6 p.m.; 4724 Sharon Road, Charlotte Costume Party Tap and Vine throws a Halloween costume party that includes a contest as well as live music from Ginger & The Jam and DJ Kue One. Customers dressed in costume get a percentage off the bill. www. tapandvinenc.com 8 p.m.-1:30 a.m.; 6443 Old Monroe Road, Indian Trail Nov. 5 Fun Night The Town of Matthews offers laser tag during the November installment of Family Fun Night at Crews Recreation Center. Register in advance at www.matthewsfun.com for monthly events. 6-9 p.m.; 1201 Crews Road, Matthews Nov. 6 Dog Festival The Town of Matthews presents Pawsitively Matthews at Stumptown Park. The festival includes a dog frisbee show, live music, vendors and K-9 demonstrations. www.matthewsfun.com 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; 120 S. Trade St., Matthews Nov. 12 Cruise-In The Monroe Downtown CruiseIn showcases trucks in downtown Monroe. This is the last scheduled event in the 2021 series. www.monroenc.org 6-8 p.m.; Downtown Monroe

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Dates to Remember

United States Marine Corps Birthday

American Legion Auxiliary Birthday

United States Veterans Day

Founded on November 10, 1775, the United States Marine

The American Legion Auxiliary’s was formed on

Veterans Day (originally known as Armistice Day) is a federal

and nonmember volunteers have been tirelessly carrying

11, for honoring military veterans, that is, persons who

Corps, also referred to as the United States Marines, is the

maritime land force service branch of the United States Armed Forces responsible for conducting expeditionary and amphibious operations with the United States Navy as well

as the Army and Air Force. The U.S. Marine Corps is one of the eight uniformed services of the United States.

November 10, 1919, and since then Auxiliary members

holiday in the United States observed annually on November

out the American Legion Auxiliary’s commitment as a

have served in the United States Armed Forces (and were

patriotic service organization whose mission would be to advocate for, help, and honor United States military,

veterans, and their families, and support the American

What sets Marines apart from any other fighting force on

Legion.

use or their tactics. It’s something much more primal—it’s

Auxiliary members are the male and female spouses,

them to accept nothing less than victory in all situations. That

female descendants of members of The American Legion.

the globe isn’t just how they’re trained, the equipment they the fighting spirit that lives within every Marine and drives

discharged under conditions other than dishonorable). It coincides with other holidays including Armistice Day and Remembrance Day which are celebrated in other countries

that mark the anniversary of the end of World War I. Major hostilities of World War I were formally ended at the 11th hour

grandmothers, mothers, sisters, and direct and adopted

determination to win, eagerness to fight, and high standard of

of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, when the Armistice

with Germany went into effect. At the urging of major U.S. veteran organizations, Armistice Day was renamed Veterans Day in 1954.

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Residents pay more in cell phone taxes in 2021 by Nyamekye Daniel Contributor

(The Center Square) – Taxes, fees and government charges on cellphone service in North Carolina are lower than most other states, a report released this week shows. According to the report released by the Tax Foundation, the combined local, state and federal tax rate and fees on wireless services for North Carolinians in 2021 was 20.87%; the 12th-lowest among other states, Puerto Rico and the District of Columbia. Like most other states, however, the tax rate on the service increased over last year. The combined rate for taxes and fees on cellphone services in North Carolina was 18.81% in 2020. The Tax Foundation report showed wireless consumer taxes and fees nationwide increased over the year by 2.31 percentage points to 24.96%. “A typical American household with four cell phones on a ‘family share’ plan, paying $100 per month for taxable wireless service, would pay nearly $300 per year in taxes, fees, and government surcharges – up from $270 in 2020,” the Tax Foundation said. The Tax Foundation said consumers would pay about $11.3 billion in taxes, fees and government surcharges to state and local governments for their wireless services this year. Even though the average monthly wireless service revenue per subscriber has dropped by 30% since 2008, taxes, fees and surcharges have increased by 9.86%. The tax spike in 2021 was mostly driven by a 2% increase in the federal Universal Service Fund rate.

COVID-19 exacerbates diaper shortage (The Center Square) – The COVID-19 pandemic has magnified the national diaper shortage in North Carolina, according to diaper banks. The National Diaper Bank Network has reported a diaper shortage is affecting about 33% of American households. Since the pandemic hit, requests for diapers in North Carolina have increased by 400%, said Michelle Old, executive director of the Diaper Bank of North Carolina.

Established through the Telecommunications Act of 1996, the Universal Service Fund is a system of fees used to keep telephone rates affordable for low-income consumers. North Carolina’s wireless taxes and fees were the 40th-highest among other states and territories in the Tax Foundation report. Illinois had the highest wireless taxes in the country at 34.56%, followed by Arkansas (32.04%) and Washington (31.81%). Idaho had the lowest wireless tax rate at 14.63%. The Tax Foundation said states should reform their communications tax structures to reduce the tax burden on consumers. “To alleviate the regressive impact on wireless consumers, states should examine their existing communications tax structure and consider policies that transition their tax systems away from narrowly based wireless taxes and toward broad-based tax sources that do not distort the economy and do not slow investment in critical infrastructure like wireless broadband,” the Tax Foundation said.

Cooper signs clean energy bill by Nyamekye Daniel Contributor

(The Center Square) – Gov. Roy Cooper has signed a bill into law that transitions the state to clean energy. Backers said the bill ensures the smallest burden on consumers to reach carbon emissions goals. House Bill 951 requires the North Carolina Utilities Commission to find the least expensive but reliable way to reduce carbon emissions by 70% by 2030 and to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050. “North Carolina is working to reduce the effect of climate change on marginalized populations while putting our state at the forefront of the clean energy economy and the jobs that it brings,” Cooper said Oct. 13 during a bill signing ceremony. HB 951 will require 45% of solar power to come from a competitive bidding process among independent power producers and 55%

from public utility units, which lawmakers said would help reduce costs and encourage innovation. The legislation directs public utility units to use securitization at 50% to retire coal-fired power plants, which lawmakers also said would reduce cost. It also directs the Utilities Commission to develop multiyear rate plans and performance-based incentives on rate making and make accommodations for low-income consumers. The House approved the measure, 90-20, on Oct. 7 after it cleared the Senate, 42-7 on Oct. 6. Critics of the bill said it prioritizes big utility companies over consumers. Others said it centers around misconceptions about climate change. The measure, the 49th version of the proposal, was a compromise between Republican and Democrat legislative leaders. “We’re quickly approach-

ing an energy crisis here in North Carolina,” Senate Leader Phil Berger, R-Rockingham, said. “The gas shortages following the Colonial Pipeline disruption was a fairly gentle reminder of the consequences of an extended energy supply crunch, so it was critically important that the leaders of our state come together to agree on legislation for our energy future.” North Carolina faced gas shortages after the Georgia-based Colonial Pipeline reported a ransomware attack May 7. It also resulted in a spike in gas prices. Cooper said the new law would bring more jobs to the state. He said the clean energy industry accounts for nearly 113,000 jobs in North Carolina and contributed $22.5 billion to the state’s economy between 2007 and 2020. “I look forward to watching those numbers grow,” Cooper said.

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All Scores

Charlotte (28227) • American Deli, 7309 E. Independence Blvd. – 93.5 • C Town Express (meat market), 7012 Albemarle Road – 94.5 • Olde Sycamore Grill, 7500 Olde Sycamore Drive – 97 • Sam’s Mart, 9731 Idlewild Road – 95.5

Lowest Scores • Fiesta Mexican Cuisine, 11329 E. Independence Blvd., Matthews – 87.5 Violations include: Employee put on gloves after touching soiled dishes without washing hands; cart of tools blocked hand sink in back of kitchen; large container of cheese dip didn’t cool fast enough; cheese dip and rice weren’t held hot enough; and pork carnitas, cooked beef, house-made salsa, cut lettuce and refried beans had date marking from more than 24 hours prior. • Zaxby’s, 1930 Sardis Road N., Charlotte – 88.5 Violations include: Pans and containers were stored as clean with food debris and grease build-up; chicken strips weren’t held hot enough; and shredded cheese, sliced cheese, egg, blue cheese, lettuce and coleslaw weren’t held cold enough. Charlotte (28209) • 10 Park Lanes, 1700 Montford Drive – 97 • Chick-fil-A, 1540 E. Woodlawn Road – 98 • Clean Juice, 2927 Selwyn Ave. – 96 • Kung Fu Tea, 4200 South Blvd. – 100 • Selwyn Avenue Pub, 2801 Selwyn Ave. – 98 • Tienda Y Antojitos Mi Pais, 4200 South Blvd. – 92.5 • Viva Chicken, 4500 Park Road – 95.5 • Wendy’s, 4335 Park Road – 96.5 Charlotte (28210) • Phillips Place Cinema, 6911 Phillips Place Court – 100 • Showmars, 1317 Emerywood Drive – 98.5 • Wendy’s, 10729 Park Road – 97.5 • Yafa Halal Market, 10703 Park Road – 99 Charlotte (28211) • The Cheesecake Factory, 4400 Sharon Road – 96 • Green Brothers Juice & Smoothies Co, 7802 Fairview Road – 98.5 • Harris Teeter (produce), 6701 Morrison Blvd. – 98.5 • Harris Teeter (seafood), 6701 Morrison Blvd. – 98.5 • Kool Runninz, 3500 Latrobe Drive – 97 • Maggianos Little Italy, 4400 Sharon Road – 86 • Passion Food Catering, 1636 Sardis Road N. – 99.5 • Publix (meat market), 4425 Randolph Road – 99.5 • Publix (seafood), 4425 Randolph Road – 98.5 • Soul Miners Garden, 3500 Latrobe Drive – 97.5 • Wendys, 6555 Morrison Blvd. – 97 Charlotte (28226) • Chicken Salad Chick, 7617 Pineville-Matthews Road – 99 • Las Americas Restaurant, 8652 Pineville-Matthews Road – 98.5 • The Rusty Onion Pizzeria And Pourhouse, 6654 Carmel

Charlotte (28270) • Zaxby’s, 1930 Sardis Road N. – 88.5 Charlotte (28277) • Cajun Yard Dog, 8036 Providence Road – 96 • Carolina Ale House, 7404 Waverly Walk Ave. – 92 • Chipotle, 7800 Rea Road – 100 • Chuy’s, 7314 Waverly Walk Ave. – 95.5 • Cinebarre, 8008 Providence Road – 98.5 • Earth Fare (deli), 12235 N. Community House Road – 93 • Firehouse Subs, 8020 Providence Road – 96 • Harris Teeter (deli), 11135 Golf Links Drive – 95 • Harris Teeter (market & seafood), 7852 Rea Road – 97 • Lifetime Athletic Life Cafe, 11220 Golf Links Drive – 95 • Nothing But Noodles, 7930 Rea Road – 95 • Riccio’s Italian Restaurant, 9213 Baybrook Lane – 95 • Tabla Indian Restaurant, 15025 Lancaster Hwy. – 98 • Taco Bell, 8000 Providence Road – 97 Matthews • Birra Burger, 929 Park Center Drive – 96.5 • Brakeman’s Coffee & Supply, 225 N. Trade St. – 99 • Chen Fu Restaurant, 9623 E. Independence Blvd. – 94.5 • Fiesta Mexican Cuisine, 11329 E. Independence Blvd. – 87.5 • Five Guys, 2304 Matthews Township Pkwy. – 98.5 • Red Radish Catering Co, 10734 Monroe Road – 99.5 • Royal Cafe & Creperie, 131 Matthews Station St. – 98.5 Mint Hill • Food Lion (deli), 8118 Blair Road – 98 • Food Lion (market), 8118 Blair Road – 100 • Hawthorne’s Pizza & Bar, 7319 Matthews-Mint Hill Road – 93.5 • The Hill Bar & Grill, 11232 Lawyers Road – 98 • Publix (meat market), 6828 Matthews-Mint Hill Road – 99 • Publix (produce), 6828 Matthews-Mint Hill Road – 98.5 Pineville • Buca Di Beppo/Tyga Bites/Mrbeast Burger/Wing Squad, 10915 Carolina Place Pkwy. – 97.5 • Sam’s Club (seafood & sushi), 11425 Carolina Place Pkwy. – 99.5 • Starbucks Coffee, 9015 Pineville-Matthews Road – 99.5 Union County scores were not available.

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Mint Hill Women's Club hosts election forum NEWS BRIEFS by Justin Vick

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MINT HILL – Seven of the eight candidates running for town commissioner participated in the Mint Hill Women’s Club election forum Oct. 11 at town hall. Beverly Blake Cannaday was the only candidate not to attend the forum. Here is a breakdown of the candidates. You can watch the forum on the Town of Mint Hill's Facebook page. Rhonda Walker Rhonda Walker, a business owner who has lived in Mint Hill for 17 years, said she will make equitable decisions, being a bridge for all demographics as well as new and old families. “It is important to recognize here in Mint Hill that our population is changing rapidly,” Walker said. “I will help to find solutions to problems that coexist with rapid growth, changing demographics. With my experience, I will help new families moving in.” Walker has been involved in her church, schools and HOA. She said being a mother, wife and person of color separates her from other candidates, pointing to 20% of town residents being people of color. “The five men – nothing wrong with them – may not understand what it is like being a mother and a wife and having a family here,” Walker said. Patrick Holton Commissioner Patrick Holton said he has provided constituents with accessibility, having a business right up the road. He said lots of people have come to his Woof ‘n Hoof pet supply store with concerns and questions about town issues. If re-elected, Holton will focus on the town’s 10-year land-use development plan with controlling growth. He said not being from Mint Hill helps him stand out. He has lived here for about 10 years. “My experience from being in the military, I’ve had lots of travels and lived in lots of different places while I served,” he said. “It brings me a little bit different insight with different towns and different communities that

I’ve been in that I can bring here to this town and look at things with little bit different perspective.” He is part of the Mint Hill Lions Club and Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce.

Dale Dalton Commissioner Dale Dalton said he would like to get re-elected to a fourth term to see the town’s 10-year plan mature and develop. He has served as mayor pro tem this term. “This year has been a bit of a challenge with the COVID,” Dalton said. “We’ve had to do a lot of things different but with the assistance of our town administrators and manager, we have been able to do a lot better job as far as getting out.” Dalton is a member of the Mint Hill Lions Club, Mint Hill Historical Society and Mint Hill Masonic Lodge. “Actually being involved and going to the meetings, this is how you find out what’s going on in your community,” he said. Strong leadership, he added, will keep development at bay to where it’s not overgrowth. Twanna Henderson Twanna Henderson described herself as a lifelong public servant. She has served 13 years as a civil magistrate judge, 27 years as a licensed attorney and more than 20 years as a servant leader at her church. “It’s going to be very important that we have a commissioner who has transferable skills that I bring as an attorney,” she said, pointing to the need to understand contracts as well as interact with developers and planners. She is a member of the Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce. Her church has served Mint Hill for over 20 years. “I believe that we have to look for someone who has fresh eyes, fresh ideas and fresh perspectives,” Henderson said. “I’m ready to be able to provide the leadership and direction of the future that Mint Hill has.” Tony Long Commissioner Tony Long said he lives, works and volunteers in town. Long is a small business owner with 15-plus years of experience on the Mint

Hill Planning Board. Long has lived in Mint Hill for more than 45 years. He has volunteered with the Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce as well as boards in Charlotte and Raleigh. He also is a volunteer teacher on business issues at Myers Park and Independence high schools. “I have the ability to stand back and ask some hard questions of folks that are wanting to locate businesses here and why,” Long said.

Richard Newton Richard Newton has lived in Mint Hill for nearly 30 years. He’s served as a commissioner for six years and planning board member for two years. He has served Philadelphia Presbyterian Church, Mint Hill Lions Club, Mint Hill Historical Society and the Mint Hill Masonic Lodge. He worked on the 2000 and 2011 ten-year plan. “During that time, I’ve earned a lot and I hope given some to the town,” Newton said. “We have grown in a good, nice manner. We have some business and we’re trying to get more. I know that but we also need to make sure we work on our housing and make sure we have the right amount of housing for each section.” Scott Fandel Scott Fandel is a business owner and seven-year member of the Mint Hill Planning Board. The Charlotte native moved to Mint Hill 18 years ago. “I know that we have growth coming but I think with strong leadership, if we manage that growth properly, it can only benefit the town and the people of Mint Hill,” Fandel said. “I feel like my 37 years experience in construction and dealing with developers, NCDOT, Charlotte Water and Mecklenburg County can only benefit the town as we move forward.” Fandel feels that experience will help him hit the ground running. He has also been involved in the Mint Hill Athletic Association, Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce and Ronald McDonald House in Charlotte. He also served as volunteer construction manager for the Korean War Memorial at Veterans Park.

Police investigate tip about school MATTHEWS – The Matthews Police Department received an anonymous tip on the afternoon of Oct. 13 stating an unknown student was planning on harming other students Oct. 14 at Butler High School. Detectives worked through the night assessing the threat as well as trying to identify the responsible party. Officials said significant safety measures were implemented, including assigning Matthews Police Department staff inside and outside of the school. Police continue to investigate the case.

Town considers annexation of future subdivision MINT HILL – Alma Properties, of Monroe, has submitted an annexation request to the Town of Mint Hill for 90 acres at 14250 Cabarrus Road. Town Manager Brian Welch told commissioners Oct. 14 the land at Arlington Church and Cabarrus roads has been proposed to be developed as a by-right subdivision. ECH Homes, of Charlotte, submitted the application Aug. 26 for Oak Creek subdivision.

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An initial site plan involved 85 single-family homes. A revised site plan calls for 83 lots, including 16 duplex units. No one spoke at the public hearing. Commissioners may vote on the annexation as early as Nov. 11.

Bloodhounds to sniff area for clues The Matthews Police Department will host a K-9 training seminar sponsored by the National Police Bloodhound Association. Up to 50 K-9 handlers and their bloodhounds from all over the country will receive specialized training Oct. 17 to 21 in the area that will cover different tracking scenarios. Officials said the public shouldn’t be alarmed if they see several officers and K-9s in the area.

Exemption could allow gym in plaza MINT HILL – Town commissioners will allow a code exemption for an out-parcel to be developed within the Mint Hill Festival Shopping Center, paving the way for a new Planet Fitness. Commissioners approved the exemption Oct. 14 without any discussion.

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You don’t have to “hulk smash” your budget to find quality costumes. CMG file photo

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Halloween Happenings

You can usually find fairies at the Carolina Renaissance Festival, but Halloween weekend is full of candy. Photo courtesy of CRF

Across Mecklenburg and Union counties From costume contests to haunted houses, there are plenty of ways to celebrate Halloween around Charlotte.

Charlotte: Monster Bash Waverly gets into the holiday spirit with a kids and pets costume parade from PetPeople to the Terrace (3:15 p.m.), costume contest and a DJ. Five on Sundays will also rock the shopping center (7-10 p.m.) When: 3-10 p.m. Oct. 30 Where: Providence and Ardrey Kell roads Details: www.facebook.com/WaverlyCLT/ Huntersville: Halloween Daze The Carolina Renaissance Festival goes haunted on Halloween weekend. Tickets are required. Children ages 12 and under can not only get in for free, but they also can go trick-or-treating or hunting for treasure. • When: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Oct. 30-31 • Where: 16445 Poplar Tent Road • Details: www.carolina.renfestinfo. com

Look around your home Check your closet. There are hidden surprises to throw together a killer costume. Doing this will save money and space. Rent a costume Renting a costume leaves room in the budget and it is only temporary. Research rental companies on BBB.org, check the store policy regarding trying on costumes, inspect the condition of the costume and read the rental agreement carefully before signing anything.

Charlotte: Scarowinds Carowinds offers special Halloween-themed nights. The amusement park has strolling grave walkers as well as haunted corn mazes and houses. Tickets start at $39.99. • When: Select days through Oct. 31 • Where: 14523 Carowinds Blvd. • Details: www.carowinds.com Charlotte: Goblins & Goodies You generally see outdoor movies in the summer and early fall, but Promenade on Providence plans to squeeze one more in before it gets too cold. The shopping center hosts trick-or-treating (4:30-7 p.m.) and screens the film “Casper” (7:15 p.m.) on The Green. Register in advance. When: 4:30-7 p.m. Oct. 22 Where: 10822 Providence Road Details: https://promenadeonprovidence.com/halloween2021

The pandemic and potential supply chain shortage aren’t stopping consumers from celebrating Halloween. The National Retail Federation expects people will spend $10.14 billion, up from $8.05 billion in 2020. Among Halloween celebrants, 66% plan to buy candy, 52% plan to purchase decorations and 46% will get costumes. Those numbers can seem daunting for a single day, especially when watching the family budget, however, there are ways to be stylish and on budget. Better Business Bureau recommends these tips this Halloween:

Buy in bulk It may seem counter-intuitive, but buying more can save you money. Buying in bulk lessens the cost per item and per ounce. This can be especially handy on a night like Halloween, when there might be more trick-ortreaters out this year. Factory-wrapped candy will last even if not all of it is handed out.

Children don’t have to wait until Halloween to get some scares and candy thanks to events like Indian Trail’s Halloween Spooktacular. CMG file photo

Indian Trail: Halloween Spooktacular As many as 75 trunks will be handing out at least 110,000 pieces of candy. Aside from trunk-or-treating, the festival has a pumpkin archery contest, costume contest, craft table, carnival games, storytime with the Union County Library, a 360 video booth and 1,500 free pumpkins supplied by Randy Simpson Produce. When: 6-9 p.m. Oct. 22 Where: Chestnut Square Park, 320 Chestnut Pkwy. Details: www.itsparksandrec.com Matthews: Halloween Haunted Trail Four Mile Creek Greenway becomes a scary scene when the Matthews Playhouse of the Performance Arts presents its annual Halloween Haunted Trail. There’s a Not So Spooky option (5:30-6:30 p.m.; $7) and a Full Fright version (7-9 p.m. Thursday and 7-10 p.m. Friday & Saturday; $10). Be prepared for jump scares! When: Oct. 28 to 30 Where: Matthews Community Center, 100 E. McDowell St. Details: www.matthewsplayhouse.com/

Mint Hill: Scarecrow Contest The Halloween equivalent to the family hopping in the minivan to look at Christmas lights is going around Mint Hill to marvel at scarecrows. Mint Hill Events has posted photos and locations of 50 scarecrows around town. The public can vote for their favorites online. When: Voting through Oct. 23 Where: Various Details: www.minthillevents.org Waxhaw: Fright Night The Town of Waxhaw presents Fright Night, an event held under the Water Tower that is designed to appeal to all ages – even adults. The family portion of the event spans from 4 to 7 p.m. with highlights like trick-or-treating (4-7 p.m.) and a costume contest (4:30-7:30 p.m.). The adult Halloween party follows from 7 to 10 p.m.). A haunted maze split into non-scary (4-5 p.m.) and scary (5-8 p.m.) events. When: 4-10 p.m. Oct. 23 Where: North Main Street Details: www.waxhaw.com

Always check the return policy Seasonal shops carry unique items for a short period of time in a temporary location or online. When shopping with this type of vendor, understand the store’s return policy before making a purchase. Find out how long the receipt must be kept or what happens if the receipt is misplaced. This will help avoid mishaps like unwanted, broken or faulty items being non-refundable. Shop smart online When shopping from a website, the first step is to make sure the URL starts with “https” and includes a lock symbol. The S in “https” stands for secure. Look up the website’s privacy policy and contact information. If it is not clearly listed or they only have an email as the point of contact, take that as a big red flag and shop elsewhere. Also, be sure to use your credit card instead of your debit card, as credit cards provide extra protection. Seasonal stores If you decide to shop from a seasonal store, ask whether they will be open after the holiday, how long they plan to stay open and if they will accept returns after Halloween is over. If they plan to close up shop Nov. 1, or refuse returns after, consider shopping elsewhere or take more time to be sure that item is exactly what you want before buying.

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Plea for dog wins children’s book award

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Jerry@dunlapconcrete.com www.dunlapconcrete.com

704-254-5381

980-622-7833

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or call Betty Call Bill

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WE PAINT INTERIOR, EXTERIOR AND CABINETS

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MISCELLANEOUS FOR SALE CEMETERY PLOTS FOR SALE Four Cemetery Plots at Sharon Memorial, Nice Section, Block 30 Lot 623, Graves 1, 2, 3 & 4 Valued at $4,595 per lot, will sell for $1,000 per lot. Contact 704 545-3596

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SAMARITAN’S PURSE NOW HIRING Help bring the Good News of God’s love to millions of boys and girls around the world! First and second shifts are available from mid-November to mid-December at our Operation Christmas Child regional shoebox processing centers.

Deed Transfer of $295.00 to each new purchaser. Contact Gary at 704-847-4832

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FALL CAMERA EXPO OCTOBER 24-31 SHOP EARLY FOR THE HOLIDAYS!

Since 1937

g 84 Years in Busin bratin ess e l e C !

OPEN U S NDAYS

Third Generation Family Owned & Operated

Kurt Seelig

ARBORETUM SHOPPING CENTER

next to Harris Teeter

3351 Pineville Matthews Rd. Suite 100 Charlotte

www.cardinalcamera.com

WE BEAT AMAZON & INTERNET PRICING!

Sony Takeover Event

2 DAYS ONLY OCTOBER 29 & 30

CA$H FOR CAMERAS NEED SOME CASH?

Film Cameras Welcomed!

CHARLOTTE

704-541-7488

FREE SHIPPING ON ALL ORDERS OVER $100!

Special Trade In & Trade Up on Sony Equipment

SAVE UP TO AN ADDTIONAL

Jason Etzel from Sony will be here October 29 & 30 showing the latest in Sony Gear!

Bring in your old gear and get CASH or an additional 10% in CARDINAL CREDIT when buying a new camera or lens.

$400

a7 III Mirrorless

Alpha A1 BODY ONLY! 50MP Full-Frame Exmor RS BSI CMOS Sensor Up to 30 fps Shooting, ISO 50-102400 8K 30p and 4K 120p Video in 10-Bit

$6499.00

E-Mount Lens/ Full-Frame Format Aperture Range: f/2.8 to f/22 Four XD Linear AF Motors

70-200 2.8 GM II

PRE-ORDER $2799.00

a6400 with a 16-50mm lens 18.2MP BSI Exmor R CMOS Sensor BIONZ X Image Processor Zeiss Vario-Sonnar 30x Optical Zoom Lens 24-720mm (35mm Equivalent) 638k-Dot Pop-Up OLED Tru-Finder EVF

SPECIAL IN-STORE REBATES

CALL FOR EXPO PRICE!

OCTOBER 24-31

SPECIAL EXPO REBATES ON SONY LENSES

a7 IV

PRE-0RDER $2499.00

OCTOBER 24-31

XT4 BODY ONLY!

$999.00

BODY ONLY! 24MP Full-Frame Exmor R BSI CMOS Sensor BIONZ X Image Processor 693-Point Hybrid AF System UHD 4K30p Video with HLG 2.36m-Dot Tru-Finder OLED EVF

26.1MP APS-C X-Trans BSI CMOS 4 Sensor X-Processor 4 Image Processor 5-Axis In-Body Image Stabilization DCI/UHD 4K at 60 fps

$1699.00

BODY ONLY! 45MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor DIGIC X Image Processor 8K30 Raw and 4K120 10-Bit Internal Video Sensor-Shift 5-Axis Image Stabilization

$3899.00

10% OFF

RF Lenses

10% OFF

All Rentals Cameras & Lenses

BODY ONLY! 24MP Full-Frame Stacked BSI CMOS Sensor Dual Pixel CMOS AF II, 6K60 Raw and 4K120 10-Bit Internal Video 30 fps E. Shutter, 12 fps Mech. Shutter

PRE-ORDER

BODY ONLY! 20MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor DIGIC X Image Processor 4K60p and FHD 120p 10-Bit Internal Video Sensor-Shift 5-Axis Image Stabilization

w/ 24-105mm lens

$2499.00

BODY ONLY! 51.4MP 43.8 x 32.9mm CMOS Sensor X-Processor 4 Image Processor 3.69m-Dot OLED EVF 3.2" 2.36m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen LCD

$3999.00

WITH 18-55MM LENS 24.1MP APS-C CMOS Sensor DIGIC 8 Image Processor 3.0" 1.04m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen UHD 4K24p Video

$899.00

90D

$1199.00

6 TAPES FOR $99

26.2MP Full-Frame CMOS Sensor DIGIC 8 Image Processor UHD 4K and Full HD 1080 Video 2.36m-Dot OLED Electronic Viewfinder

$1399.00 - $100=

w/18-55mm lens 24.1MP APS-C CMOS Sensor DIGIC 4+ Image Processor 3.0" 920k-Dot LCD Monitor EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS II Lens EOS Shoulder Bag 200ES

a6600

Z6II

w/ 18-135mm lens 24.2MP APS-C Exmor CMOS Sensor BIONZ X Image Processor UHD 4K30p Video with HLG & S-Log3 Gammas XGA Tru-Finder 2.36m-Dot OLED EVF

BODY ONLY! 24.5MP FX-Format BSI CMOS Sensor Dual EXPEED 6 Image Processors UHD 4K30 Video; N-Log & 10-Bit HDMI Out 14 fps Cont. Shooting, ISO 10051200

DONE IN HOUSE!

Tape transfers to DVD

One Tape $19.99 No LIMIT. DONE IN HOUSE Not to be combined with any other offer. With coupon. Exp. 11-30-21.

$1299.00

T8i

gfx50 sII

BODY ONLY! 32.5MP APS-C CMOS Sensor DIGIC 8 Image Processor UHD 4K30p & Full HD 120p Video Recording 3" 1.04m-Dot Vari-Angle Touchscreen LCD

$1598.00

Scan Slides to DVD

59¢

$449.00

$1999.00

20% OFF Holiday Cards

EACH

35mm only. 300 or more slides. Not to be combined with any other offer. With coupon. Exp 11-30-21.

10% OFF Reel to Reel Movies to DVD

Not to be combined with any other offer. With coupon. Exp 11-30-21

Not to be combined with any other offer. With coupon. Exp.12-30-21. Online Code: Card1937

25% OFF

Canvas Prints

DONE IN HOUSE Not to be combined with any other offer. With coupon. Exp. 11-30-21.