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CMS splits southern towns Mint Hill. Matthews moves into District 5, currently served by Margaret Marshall. Mint Hill heads to District 4, currently served by Carol Sawyer. CMS had to redraw its districts to reflect population changes in the 2020 Census. Options were drafted based on five considerations, including contiguous boundaries, no split precincts, prevent incumbents from being paired in same district and ensure districts look whole, not as a ”salamander.” Strain fought to keep his cur-
by Justin Vick
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CHARLOTTE – Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools has approved new board of education voting districts that will split up the southern towns of Matthews, Mint Hill and Pineville. Currently, Sean Strain represents all three towns and the southern-most parts of Charlotte as District 6 representative. But in the next election, Strain’s district will no longer include Matthews and
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rent district intact during the Nov. 9 school board meeting. He told colleagues that elected leaders in Matthews, Mint Hill and Pineville preferred a redistricting option that mirrored Mecklenburg County boundaries. “This board is going to vote against every one of the towns that they claim they are doing this for,” Strain said as he sensed defeat. “That’s amazing. And given the need for this board to work with its funding partner that provides over a half a billion dollars a year to edu-
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Hunt seeks Senate seat
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cate our kids and this board says no thanks. That’s amazing.” Ruby Jones agreed with Strain, preferring the school board have boundaries that aligned with those of county commissioners. She described this as taking a deeper dive and understanding what constituents wanted. “We are in a people business,” Jones said. Rhonda Cheek, who serves the northern Mecklenburg towns,
Monica Williams (middle) didn't realize the extent of her husband's contributions to the military until Michelle May (right) of the Hooks-Orr American Legion Post 235 explained them to her. Justin Vick/CMG photos
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Charging up EV station could give town a boost, 1B
Hello Kitty Traveling cafe visiting SouthPark Mall, 2B
MATTHEWS – Monica Williams said it was mind-blowing to receive a letter from the Office of the President of the United States in honor of her late husband Robert L. Williams. It wasn’t until after Robert passed away in May that Monica realized how much he gave to his country. It was Michelle May, second vice commander of HooksOrr American Legion Post 235, that helped her make sense of his medals. It turns out Williams served three tours during the Vietnam War, earning a Bronze Star. He later became an instructor at West Point and the Tuskegee Institute of America. Robert was also a member of
Matthews Mayor John Higdon (right) recognized former town commissioner Ted Kiker with Veteran of the Year honors.
Post 235, which honored him not only on Memorial Day but also at the most recent Veterans Day Ceremony on Nov. 11 at Stumptown Park. May invited Monica
on stage as she presented a certificate from President Joe Biden recognizing Robert’s “devotion and see VETERANS, Page 5A
CHARLOTTE – Rachel Hunt is running for N.C. Senate District 41 in 2022 after serving two terms in the N.C. House. The N.C. General Assembly has redrawn District 41. It includes Mint Hill, Matthews and south Charlotte. “By announcing my candidacy to the North Carolina Senate, I want you to know that I am committed to continuing to fight for common-sense legislation and pledge to work with anyone who wants to advance a pragmatic agenda,” Hunt said. She wants to address pressing issues, such as the rising costs on the middle class and underfunded public schools. As a lawyer and businesswoman running an educational consulting business in Charlotte, Hunt sees value in retaining good teachers by increasing teacher pay. She also sees value in Republicans and Democrats working together on issues like affordable health care and infrastructure. “We must ensure that as we recover from the last year, we build back stronger than ever – and at the very least -- work toward a future with a thriving middle class, with access to top-notch schools and better, more affordable health care for all North Carolinians,” she said. Hunt’s pursuit of a Senate seat leaves a slot open for a Democrat to campaign for House District 103. Republican Bill Brawley has already announced plans to campaign for the seat. He held the seat for eight years.
Matthews commissioners discuss hiring new town manager by Justin Vick
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MATTHEWS – The Matthews Board of Commissioners convened Nov. 15 to talk with Stephen Straus, of Developmental Associates, about their expectations for the town manager search. Commissioners want to ensure they have someone in place by the time Hazen Blodgett retires in March. Strauss asked commissioners
about the town’s biggest challenges and what qualities they’d like to see in the next manager. Mayor John Higdon would like to see someone who is fiscally responsible. “We have a lot of wants and a limited budget, so we’re going to need someone that’s very good at balancing the books and giving us good advice on where we should spend that money,” Higdon said. “I’m particularly concerned about our pay scale for our employees.
We keep falling farther and farther behind and wondering how we’re going to make up that deficit with our budget.” Higdon would also like the town to continue to maintain its service excellence. He said commissioners usually receive at least one email a month from someone bragging about a town staffer that went above and beyond the call of duty. Commissioner Ken McCool would like to see someone who works well with outside agencies
like the N.C. Department of Transportation, who is familiar with the town’s development desires and who handles challenging times with a steady hand. Commissioner Larry Whitley would like to see the new manager put a priority on hiring a diverse staff, particularly in high-paying jobs, and on affordable housing. Commissioner John Urban believes one of the biggest challenges the new manager will face relates to property taxes and how they will be
affected by the 2024 county revaluation. Aside from making salaries more competitive, the town has a list of capital improvement projects waiting to be funded, including a new fire station. Urban said the next manager must have good connections and the ability to network. While having a town manager with a planning background is a plus, Urban believes the hire has to have see MANAGER, Page 5A
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Piano competition veterans win scholarships, cash prizes WINGATE – Middle and high school students competing for scholarships and cash prizes filled the Batte Center with the works of Mozart, Chopin, Bach and other revered composers on Nov. 6. Three-time Wingate University Piano Competition veteran Calvin Chen walked away with top honors and a $21,000-a-year scholarship offer from Wingate’s Department of Music. An 11th-grader from Matthews, Chen performed Mozart’s Sonata in F Major, K. 332 Movement 3, Chopin’s Polonaise in A Major, Op 40, No. 1 and Beethoven’s Sonata No. 14 “Moonlight” Movement 3. Chen is a student of Phyllis Teague. He won second place in the middle school category of the contest in 2018 and second place in the high school category as a freshman in 2019. In addition to the scholarship, Chen also earned a $300 cash prize and two piano lessons from Dr. David Brooks, piano professor and founder of the competition. Second place in the high school category went to Waxhaw resident Charli Montalvo, a senior and a
student of Stephanie Lawrence-White. Montalvo performed Bach’s Praeludium XXI, BWV 866, Bartok Dance in Bulgarian Rhythm, No. 6 from Mikrokosmos and Schumann Romanze in A minor. “Charli Montalvo was performing in the Wingate Piano Competition for the third time and showed tremendous growth over that period,” said Brooks, who was thrilled to be able to host performances in the Batte Center’s Plyer-Griffin Recital Hall after having to hold last year’s contest online. “It was obvious that these young pianists were absolutely ready to perform in-person once more after a long period of virtual performances,” he said. Montalvo was also awarded a $21,000 scholarship and two free lessons and received a $200 cash prize. The winners in the middle school category, eighth-graders who each performed two pieces, were also familiar to Brooks and fellow piano professor Annie Stankovic, who together have held the competition for the past five years.
Matthias George of Mint Hill, a student of Pamela Mullins, took first place with his performance of Beethoven Op 13, Rondo Allegro and Brahms Waltz in E minor, Op 39, No. 4, Poco sostenuto. He won first place in last year’s competition as well. The second-place winner was Elijah Chen of Matthews, who played Scarlatti Sonata in C Major L.104 and Rachmaninoff Polichinelle in F sharp minor, Op 3, No. 4. Like his brother, Calvin, he is a student of Phyllis Teague. Elijah Chen placed second in the middle school category in 2019. Thanks to the Charlotte Area Foundation for Music and Art, the middle school winners walked away with $300 and $200 cash prizes respectively and were each awarded a free piano lesson from Brooks. Brooks was pleased to have 13 competitors at the event this fall and not surprised to see familiar faces. “The high-level, but less stressful environment of the competitions is what makes many of the competitors return year after year,” he said.
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City of Charlotte renames more streets CHARLOTTE – The City of Charlotte announced three new street names as part of the Legacy Commission’s street renaming work. The following new street names will become effective on Jan. 21, 2022: • Aycock Lane will be renamed Wall Street. • Jackson Avenue will become Cross Trail Drive. • Zebulon Avenue will become Yellowstone Drive. The final streets to be renamed due to their ties to white supremacy and the Confederacy are Barringer Drive, Hill Street, Morrison Boulevard and Stonewall Street. Residents and business owners who live on Hill Street and Morrison Boulevard are submitting new name suggestions. A final vote will allow them to select their top three name choices to determine which names will become effective in March 2022. On the web: www.charlottenc. gov/legacy
Novant Health hospitals receive A’s for safety George
WINSTON-SALEM – Novant Health has received straight A’s in the Leapfrog Group’s Fall 2021 Hospital Safety Grade scoring period. The Leapfrog Group is a national nonprofit that evaluates the safety, quality and patient experience provided by hospitals across the country. Eleven hospitals received A’s, including Novant Health Matthews Medical Center, Novant Health Mint Hill Medical Center and Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center.
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CHARLOTTE – While the holiday season can bring joy, it can also mean increased stress for many people. According to the American Psychological Association, nearly a quarter of Americans feel “extreme stress” during the holidays. HopeWay, an accredited nonprofit mental health residential and day treatment center for adults, recommends the following tips to help cope with the holidays and
combat stress and anxiety: • Practice gratitude. Write down one thing each day that you are thankful for. • Practice mindfulness. With the hustle and bustle of the holidays, it is important to practice mindfulness and focus on the present moment. • Acknowledge the multitude of feelings. It’s okay to have various feelings related to the holidays and
to experience negative emotions. By accepting how we are actually feeling, we can learn from the emotion rather than using unnecessary energy to push it away or project it onto someone else. • Make self-care a priority. Be intentional about taking care of yourself with proper nutrition, adequate sleep, exercise and meditation. • Set boundaries and simplify.
Don’t overextend yourself. Establish boundaries with your schedule and commitments. Take a pause. Remember to breathe. • Be in nature. Put on your coat and get outside. Especially during the shorter days, it’s important to find time to get out to breathe fresh air. Not only does the sun provide Vitamin D, it is important to spend time in nature to reset and recharge.
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October 2021
Home Sales ADDRESS
DATE SOLD
28079 28079 Annadale 1017 Potomac Rd Oct. 25 Bonterra 4005 Ladys Secret Dr Oct. 28 1601 Painted Horse Dr Oct. 22 6005 Filly Dr Oct. 1 Brandon Oaks 3012 Canopy Dr Oct. 29 1002 Frances Knight Pl Oct. 28 6011 Fountainbrook Dr Oct. 18 4021 Waters Reach Ln Oct. 15 7001 Fountainbrook Dr Oct. 11 1015 Canopy Dr Oct. 7 6566 Long Nook Ln Oct. 4 Crismark 2011 City Lights Dr Oct. 26 3002 Blessing Dr Oct. 25 2013 Crismark Dr Oct. 21 4014 Crismark Dr Oct. 13 2010 Chimney Wood Tr Oct. 12 7105 Lighted Way Ln Oct. 1 Fieldstone Farm 1034 Blue Stream Ln Oct. 29 1011 Perennial Ln Oct. 25 1011 Yellow Bee Rd Oct. 18 1016 Yellow Bee Rd Oct. 18 1024 Skillbeck Rd Oct. 7 Holly Park 2253 Shumard Circle Oct. 8 Hunters Pointe 752 Riding Crop Ct Oct. 7 4899 Winding Ln Oct. 6 640 Powder Horn Ln Oct. 5 Lake Park 3609 Arthur St Oct. 25 3900 Etheredge St Oct. 25 6509 Sybil Ct Oct. 21 5603 Creft Circle Oct. 18 4107 Balsam St Oct. 12 6603 Bobbie Ln Oct. 8 Oak Grove 7206 Red Bush Ct Oct. 14 Shiloh Trace 5801 Lindley Crescent Dr Oct. 7 Taylor Glenn 2028 Magna Ln Oct. 29 1003 Matilda Ln Oct. 7 28104 28104 Brookhaven 1112 Lytton Ln Oct. 29 3102 Lakehurst Cr Oct. 28 1029 Elsmore Dr Oct. 14 Callonwood 1223 Millbank Dr Oct. 5 1316 Millbank Dr Oct. 2 1005 Murandy Ln Oct. 1 Chestnut Oaks 1121 Gainsborough Dr Oct. 20 5013 Craftsman Ridge Dr Oct. 14 Hadley Park 4005 Pinehill Ln Oct. 22 Heather Glen 1076 Kite Ct Oct. 11 Highgate 8000 Wicklow Hall Dr Oct. 21 Kerry Greens 6005 Heison Ct Oct. 29 5012 Ashie Ave Oct. 8 Providence Woods South 4224 Horseshoe Bend Oct. 18 5140 Saddle Horn Trail Oct. 15 Quintessa 1009 Princessa Dr Oct. 26 Shannamara 201 Limerick Dr Oct. 27 8001 Glamorgan Ln Oct. 25 5308 Shannamara Dr Oct. 15 Stonewood 5043 Weatherly Way Oct. 4 Weddington Heights 4204 Mourning Dove Dr Oct. 12 Weddington Oaks 6418 Antioch Ct Oct. 26 Williamsburg 1044 James Madison Dr Oct. 25 Willowbrook 3115 Shady Grove Ln Oct. 15
28105 28105 Ashley Creek 2000 Draymore Ln Oct. 22 Chesney Glen 1509 Woody Creek Rd Oct. 14 Greygate 918 Cithara Dr Oct. 29 Greylock 7935 Greylock Ridge Rd Oct. 14 Habersham 4512 Doves Nest Ct Oct. 29 Hampton Green 408 Brenwyck Ct Oct. 8 Mallory Manor 800 Stanhope Ln Oct. 26 Matthews Estates 920 Timber Knoll Dr Oct. 5 Matthews Plantation 2904 Jarrett Ct Oct. 21 Providence Manor 1715 Reverdy Oaks Dr Oct. 4 Sardis Forest 9430 Hinson Dr Oct. 12 9320 Hinson Dr Oct. 8 Sardis Pointe 131 Sardis Pointe Rd Oct. 5 Southwoods Village 3043 Pinewood Hill Dr Oct. 7 The Heathers 13542 O Toole Dr Oct. 7 Thornblade 2913 Patten Hill Dr Oct. 28 Weddington Ridge 2336 Equestrian Dr Oct. 4 Williams Station 2832 Williams Station Rd Oct. 15 Windrow 14425 Hackamore Dr Oct. 28 28134 28134 Cardinal Woods 2535 Cardinal Woods DrOct. 28 12507 Cardinal Woods DrOct. 25 13307 Alex Mill Dr Oct. 13 Carolina Village 11617 Red Knoll Ln Oct. 21 14626 Green Birch Dr Oct. 8 Danby 12000 Danby Rd Oct. 19 14033 Eden Ct Oct. 8 Traditions 1026 Traditions Park Dr Oct. 27 Woodside Falls 2100 Woodside Falls R Oct. 29 12606 Diamond Dr Oct. 12 12723 Diamond Dr Oct. 1 28173 28173 Anklin Forest 8705 Anklin Forrest Dr Oct. 4 Barrington 2825 Twinberry Ln Oct. 15 Briarcrest 1407 Wynhurst Dr Oct. 18 Bridle Path 200 Bristol Ct Oct. 21 Champion Forest 1233 Waynewood Dr Oct. 7 The Chimneys of Marvin 2607 Catesby Dr Oct. 15 10103 Stonesby Ln Oct. 7 Cureton 8112 Lynwood Square Oct. 14 8008 Soaring Eagle Ln Oct. 13 8012 Coventry Commons Ct Oct. 1 Firethorne 1008 Seminole Dr Oct. 13 Hunter Oaks 8600 Mossington Ln Oct. 28 412 Basingdon Ct Oct. 15 1210 Glynwater Ln Oct. 13 8814 Peppergrass Ln Oct. 1 Lawson 1266 Hamburg Ct Oct. 19 3008 Sewee Ln Oct. 8 1209 Five Forks Rd Oct. 5 1845 Old Bennington Dr Oct. 4 Marvin Creek 225 Cattle Ridge Rd Oct. 15 302 Fox Chase Ct Oct. 8
SALE PRICE
$460,000 $500,000 $492,000 $430,400 $391,500 $415,000 $385,000 $406,000 $458,500 $385,000 $378,000 $395,000 $515,000 $550,000 $625,000 $340,000 $401,000 $440,000 $385,000 $354,000 $375,000 $379,000 $391,000 $515,000 $434,000 $555,000 $340,000 $389,000 $480,000 $390,000 $370,000 $390,000 $380,000 $409,100 $360,000 $389,000
$940,000 $838,500 $585,900 $347,000 $390,000 $675,000 $416,000 $425,000 $985,000 $590,000 $1,780,000 $305,000 $355,000 $682,000 $665,000 $990,000 $560,000 $550,000 $571,000 $350,500 $875,000 $702,000 $830,000 $470,000
$560,000 $475,000 $485,000 $505,000 $285,000 $475,000 $675,000
$399,500 $840,000 $392,500 $355,000 $547,500 $405,000 $340,000 $468,500 $440,000 $356,000 $398,500
$370,000 $440,000 $375,000 $366,500 $455,000 $350,000 $325,000 $310,000 $360,000 $380,000 $378,000
$630,000 $460,000 $570,000 $1,000,000 $650,000 $840,000 $850,000 $456,000 $505,000 $487,400 $1,600,000 $836,000 $525,000 $805,000 $535,000 $352,000 $521,000 $531,000 $750,000 $1,250,000 $929,000
Editor’s note: Information provided by the Charlotte Regional Realtor Association and www.sales.carolinahome.com ADDRESS
DATE SOLD
MillBridge 8016 Millbridge Pkwy Oct. 29 3005 Shadowbrook Rd Oct. 28 8020 Millbridge Pkwy Oct. 28 1416 Ridgehaven Rd Oct. 28 10000 Oakmere Rd Oct. 27 2009 Deep River Way Oct. 27 8028 Millbridge Pkwy Oct. 25 6012 Oakmere Rd Oct. 22 8012 Millbridge Pkwy Oct. 20 1049 Delridge St Oct. 14 1055 Easley St Oct. 13 113 Elmrich Ct Oct. 5 1528 Ridge Haven Rd Oct. 5 1025 Winnett Dr Oct. 5 609 Landau Rd Oct. 5 3013 Bridgewick Rd Oct. 1 New Towne Village 1505 Niall Ln Oct. 15 Prescot 4307 Hampstead Heath Dr Oct. 25 4408 Overbecks Ln Oct. 14 Providence Grove 8132 Acacia Ct Oct. 8 8012 Penman Springs Dr Oct. 1 Providence Downs South 1922 Funny Cide Dr Oct. 22 1632 Lookout Circle Oct. 12 Quellin 8000 Morehouse Dr Oct. 5 Stonegate 1615 Ambergate Dr Oct. 20 The Gardens on Providence 2028 Sherringham Way Oct. 21 The Glen at Wesley Oaks 6804 Wesley Glen Dr Oct. 8 Weddington Chase 2307 Highland Forest DrOct. 8 Wesley Oaks 6711 Blackwood Ln Oct. 18 707 Cavendish Ln Oct. 13 6311 Crosshall Place Oct. 8 Willow Creek 1904 Grigg Ln Oct. 6
28110 28210 Cameron Wood 9216 Four Acre Ct Oct. 29 9124 Stoney Corner Ln Oct. 14 3027 Deep Meadow Ln Oct. 5 Park Crossing 10309 Johns Towne Dr Oct. 13 28226 28226 6801 Candlewyck Ln Oct. 19 7315 Winnington Circle Oct. 7 Challis Farms 8817 Rosslare Villas Ct Oct. 12 Montibello 5356 Hillingdon Rd Oct. 29 Montibello Crossing 4000 Pepperidge Dr Oct. 6 Windswept 4608 Noras Path Rd Oct. 8 28227 28227 Ashe Plantation 10210 Hanging Moss Trail Oct. 29 Bainbridge 9911 Edwards Place Oct. 12 Brighton Park 5913 Whitehawk Hill Rd Oct. 4 Country Woods 14034 Maple Hollow Ln Oct. 6 Ellington Farms 6548 Robin Hollow Dr Oct. 12 7233 Mcewen Place Oct. 7 Fairington Oaks 6319 Northern Red Oak Dr Oct. 5 Farmwood 7223 Old Oak Ln Oct. 29 7629 Timber Ridge Dr Oct. 19 7320 Timber Ridge Dr Oct. 12 Farmwood East 11920 Shady Oak Ct Oct. 13 Heathfield 12604 Early Meadow Way Oct. 7 Oxfordshire 8700 Willhill Rd Oct. 26 Summerwood 13603 Mary Crest Ln Oct. 20 13112 Pumpkin Way Dr Oct. 19 9022 Auburn Whisper Ln Oct. 18 28270 28270 East Providence Estates 2115 Providence Dr Oct. 12 2222 Providence Dr Oct. 7 Hembstead 2649 Alanby Ln Oct. 12 2616 Oakmeade Dr Oct. 8 2412 Howerton Ct Oct. 7 Huntington 908 Longfield Circle Oct. 29 McKee Woods 6245 Falls Lake Dr Oct. 8 Oxford Hunt 6732 Benning Wood Dr Oct. 15 Providence Plantation 2212 Retana Dr Oct. 26 2337 Providence Creek Ln Oct. 22 3235 Twelve Oaks Place Oct. 19 5026 Carillon Way Oct. 12 2600 Marmot Point Ln Oct. 8 2730 Cotton Planter Ln Oct. 1 Willowmere 2605 Stirrup Ridge Ln Oct. 27 3433 Laurenhurst Ln Oct. 6
SALE PRICE
$394,699 $565,000 $409,914 $430,000 $378,118 $430,000 $459,004 $479,900 $463,894 $489,000 $445,000 $671,500 $500,000 $500,000 $481,820 $414,000 $392,000 $378,000 $405,000 $580,000 $555,000 $2,150,000 $960,000 $531,000 $531,100 $885,000 $715,000 $850,000 $439,000 $545,000 $490,000 $625,000
$440,000 $538,100 $449,000 $392,500 $395,000 $299,900 $746,000 $795,000 $487,000 $825,000
$525,000 $360,000 $525,000 $355,000 $657,000 $680,000 $525,000 $400,000 $318,000 $425,000 $575,000 $585,000 $473,500 $550,000 $679,900 $585,000
$571,000 $625,000 $797,500 $720,000 $610,000 $655,000 $475,000 $495,000 $751,000 $585,000 $650,000 $549,900 $595,000 $580,000 $523,500 $315,000
28277 28277 Ardrey Woods 9422 Ridgeforest Dr Oct. 20 $575,077 Auburn Place 8526 Darcy Hopkins Dr Oct. 25 $450,000 8409 Darcy Hopkins Dr Oct. 12 $415,000 8639 Darcy Hopkins Dr Oct. 12 $450,000 Ballantyne Country Club 14812 Jockeys Ridge Dr Oct. 28 $1,745,000 15816 Strickland Ct Oct. 26 $865,000 10623 Old Wayside Rd Oct. 21 $940,000 10801 Lederer Ave Oct. 4 $889,000 Ballantyne Meadows 13830 Ballantyne Meadows Dr Oct. 22 $511,900 14050 Wolf Den Ln Oct. 1 $567,000 Berkeley 10416 Oak Pond Circle Oct. 28 $665,000 10018 Berkeley Forest Ln Oct. 27 $701,500 5520 Crosshill Ct Oct. 12 $662,000 Landen Meadows 8806 Castlebay Dr Oct. 29 $466,000 9113 Fairbridge Rd Oct. 7 $395,000 Mitchell Glen 11608 Knightsdale Dr Oct. 27 $440,000 9541 Mitchell Glen Dr Oct. 5 $500,000 Piper Glen 6607 Seton House Ln Oct. 29 $1,165,000 6914 Linkside Ct Oct. 28 $705,000 7108 The Greens Ln Oct. 6 $575,000 Providence Country Club 10811 Old Tayport Place Oct. 29 $890,510 13239 Whisper Creek Dr Oct. 20 $759,000 11810 Dan Maples Dr Oct. 18 $1,075,000 11303 Pine Valley Club Dr Oct. 13 $855,000 11418 Pine Valley Club Dr Oct. 7 $915,000 Providence Pointe 12340 Chesley Dr Oct. 15 $545,000 13730 Copper Leaf Ln Oct. 12 $625,000 14106 Caraway Woods Ct Oct. 1 $500,000 15705 Prescott Hill Ave Oct. 1 $590,000 Quail Acres 10623 Quail Acres Rd Oct. 5 $480,000 Raintree 8713 Golf Ridge Dr Oct. 19 $355,000 9814 Whitethorn Dr Oct. 7 $530,000 9716 Whitethorn Dr Oct. 5 $550,000 10134 Wedge Ct Oct. 4 $398,500 Reavencrest 8620 Dennington Grove Ln Oct. 29 $580,000 12019 Humboldt Dr Oct. 15 $470,000 Rosecliff 8416 Brownes Pond Ln Oct. 7 $715,000 Southampton 9520 Wilson Hall Dr Oct. 25 $450,000 9531 Scotland Hall Ct Oct. 21 $356,000 17407 Campbell Hall Ct Oct. 18 $495,000 17313 Baldwin Hall Dr Oct. 15 $500,000 Stone Creek Ranch 5714 El Campo Ct Oct. 22 $545,000 5123 Dragonfly Ln Oct. 12 $610,000
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apologized to Matthews, Mint Hill and Pineville. “I think they have been slighted by this board,” Cheek said. “I would like for each one of those residents to remember which members of this board voted this way to split them up when the county commission has their at-large primary in a few months and this board has its at-large election coming up.” Elyse Dashew, Thelma Byers-Bailey, Jennifer De La Jara, Carol Sawyer and Margaret Marshall voted in favor of the changes. Atlarge member Lenora Shipp abstained from the vote. De La Jara described the map that the board approved as cleaner because it had more compact districts and less deviation between districts in terms of population. De La Jara said she was in Mint Hill the previous Friday speaking with public officials and they didn’t give her the impression that this was a pressing issue. Marshall felt like the school board needed to get the districts as even as they could. Marshall said people she had worked closely with will be in other districts due
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selfless consecration of service to our country and the Armed Forces of the United States.” Monica shared the Stumptown Park stage with several others who served. Ted Kiker, a former town commissioner, received the Veteran of the Year Award. Mayor John Higdon said Kiker served six years with the Army National Guard, but
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to the Census changes. “I also believe that if we are doing our job as a board, not just one person represents towns,” she said. “We all really should be working together. It will broaden the base of support. I can understand people don’t agree
with that. If I’m in a position to work with a town that I haven’t worked with in the past, I’ll work hard and do it. I don’t think that precludes good working relationships, because that is what we are here to do."
his service to the town after the military was especially meaningful. Higdon described how Kiker worked to bring ambulance service and a community center to Matthews. “I am proud of what this town has done for its citizens,” Kiker said. “And I’m proud of all the veterans out there.” Mark Tofano was cheered for winning Commander of the Year, a statewide honor in recognition of him helping raise the membership
and profile of Post 235 as well as leading the charge toward the renovation of the veterans memorial at Stumptown Park and the dedication of Matthews Veterans Memorial Park. Doug Rose, of the Matthews Veterans Advisory Committee, explained the town’s efforts to recognize veterans through the Military Hometown Heroes Banner Program, in which 16 veterans were honored on banners around town.
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trust in a reliable planning board and staff to lay out information for the board to make clear decisions. Urban said they don’t want a micromanager but someone who can give staff the tools and resources to do a great job. Mayor Pro Tem Renee Garner would like to see someone aware of the values of Matthews and have some of those values within them. Joining the board on the virtual call were newly elected commissioners Gina Hoover and Mark Tofano. Hoover would like to see someone that keeps an eye on the budget. Later in the meeting, she asked if it was
necessary for the manager to have a car allowance. Tofano would like to see a business-oriented manager that can entice CEOs to consider Matthews. He’d also like to see a manager act as “a willing servant to the will of the board” without resistance from staff. Urban recalled how Blodgett asked him on his first day as a commissioner how he wanted to be treated. Urban didn’t want Blodgett to be a “yes man” and encouraged him to push back on ideas. Some of the commissioners expressed a preference for the new hire to arrive in time to get on-the-job training with Blodgett. Others worried how the timeline
would affect their annual planning conference, scheduled for February. Commissioner Jeff Miller suggested Assistant Manager Becky Hawke be promoted considering the board has two freshman and two sophomore commissioners this coming term. Hawke in tandem with board veterans can maintain consistency, he said. “I agree that Becky is a very strong candidate,” Higdon said. “I just think we want to see if there’s anyone else who might possibly be better, but I predict Becky will probably be one of our finalists. We’ll see.” Straus assured the board the search is an objective process void of politics.
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Community The Weekly • Nov. 19, 2021 • Page 1B
Legislators release state budget plan by Nyamekye Daniel Contributor
Supporting the 24 Foundation through its second annual 24,000 Mile Challenge can be done by selecting one of several routes or by mapping out your own course. Either way helps the foundation and its nonprofit partners. Photos courtesy of the 24 Foundation
Calling all superheroes
Fitness challenge supports pediatric cancer community CHARLOTTE – Grab a cape and sign up to take “Big Steps for Small Heroes” for Charlotte’s pediatric cancer community. Registration is open for 24 Foundation’s second annual 24,000 Mile Challenge, presented by TowneBank, which will take place Feb. 5, 2022. “We encourage people to enjoy a day of fitness while carrying the torch for our cancer community,” said Katy Ryan, executive director of 24 Foundation. “This event will be a great activity for the entire family and will make an immediate impact on the lives of children affected by cancer.” Participants will collectively complete 24,000 miles of fitness throughout the Queen City and from wherever they are to support the local pediatric cancer community. They will be able to log miles from fitness activities – such as running or walking – or taking steps while shopping or doing errands. Individuals and teams can select one of 24 Foundation’s primary routes – Freedom Park and Little Sugar Creek Greenway – suggested routes or map out their own. There will also be opportunities to double mileage by visiting “double-dip” locations throughout Charlotte. Participants are encouraged to dress as a superhero. “Dressing up will be a fun and creative way to channel our inner superhero to honor and support our pediatric cancer community, while raising funds and awareness to help fight their nemesis – cancer,” Ryan said. Want to register? Registration costs $35 for adults and $15 for ages 12 and under. Fundraising is encouraged but not required. Proceeds benefit 24 Foundation’s pediatric cancer partners, including Atrium Health Levine Children’s Hospital, Pinky Swear Foundation and Claire’s Army. On the web: 24foundation.org.
Marshville plugs into clean fuel with charger MARSHVILLE – The Town of Marshville unveiled a new electric vehicle fast-charging station to the public Nov. 15 at 119 N. Elm St. The Centralina Clean Fuels Coalition – which is housed at Centralina Regional Council – helped the Town of Marshville with a grant application for NC VW Settlement funds that were received for an EV DC Fast charger. “This is an exciting time for Marshville, which is on the cusp of growth and development with the recent completion of the Monroe Bypass and increased interest from commercial and residential developers,” Town Manager Frank Deese said. “We greatly ap-
preciate the Centralina Clean Fuels Coalition for assisting us with the grant process and helping make the EV charger a reality. Marshville is truly the diamond of Union County and with the EV charger, we are one step closer to establishing ourselves as a key destination in Union County.” The cost to use the charger is $0.14 per KWH with one hour of free parking for the first hour and $1 per hour for parking after the first hour. The charger is free for Town of Marshville employees to use for town vehicles. “Our mission is to reduce petroleum dependence, improve air quality and expand alternative fuel use and technology, so we were excited for
Carina Soriano, of the Centralina Clean Fuels Coalition, said the charger not only helps improve transportation energy efficiency in Marshville, but also plays a role in economic development. Photo courtesy of Marshville/Centralina Clean Fuels Coalition
the opportunity to assist the Town of Marshville in applying for and receiving a grant to install a charging station for their
downtown area,” said Carina Soriano, regional planner and co-coordinator with Centralina Clean Fuels Coalition.
(The Center Square) – North Carolina’s new state budget proposal includes additional money for education and billions of dollars for capital projects and tax cuts, but it also would reduce the governor and the attorney general’s authority. Republican legislative leaders released details Monday of the more than $50 billion spending plan for the current fiscal year and next fiscal year. Monday’s plan, stymied by negotiations between lawmakers and the governor, was released more than four months after the start of the fiscal year July 1. State agencies submitted their budget requests earlier this year. Gov. Roy Cooper Hard copies of released his recom- the budget are mendations for how out. We have the state should spend 21 hours to the money in spring. read this and The Senate approved determine if its version of the budit’s a budget get June 25 before that will serve the fiscal year started. the people of The House approved North Carolina. its proposal Aug. 12.
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The two chambers of • N.C. Senate the General Assembly could not immediately Democrats via agree on a final version Twitter of the bill. After reaching an agreement in late September, legislative leaders decided to include Cooper in the negotiations instead of following the normal lawmaking process. The governor vetoed the last two biennium budgets. “This budget represents months of hard work and good-faith negotiations between Republicans and Democrats, House and Senate, and our governor,” House Speaker Tim Moore, R-Cleveland, said. “Although we have many differences, we each had the common goal of coming together to create a spending plan for the state, one of the General Assembly’s most important constitutional obligations. In the end, I am confident that we have come together to design a budget that truly meets the most critical needs of all North Carolinians.” Cooper had said disagreements over teacher pay and education spending was one of the factors in delaying the negotiations. The new proposal includes an additional $1.5 million for education. Teachers will receive an average 6.7% pay increase over the biennium and up to $2,800 in bonuses. The proposal also secures $15 an hour for noncertified school and community college personnel. Cooper told his teacher advisory committee last month he asked for a 10% raise for teachers in his compromise proposal and higher pay for teacher assistants and school nurses, psychologists and counselors. Even though the proposed pay increase for teachers is below Cooper’s request, it is above both chambers’ previous plans. Lawmakers plan to set aside $6 billion for the State Capital and Infrastructure Fund in the new proposal. The House previously wanted to invest a historic $9 billion in capital projects, while the Senate proposed spending $4.3 billion over the next two years on the infrastructure and capital improvement plan. The new proposal maintains the Legislature’s plan to increase the state’s zero-tax bracket from $21,500 to $25,500. It cuts the personal income tax rate from 5.25% to 3.99% by 2027, starting with 4.99% in 2022. It also increases child tax deduction by $500 per child and eliminates state income tax on military pensions. We want to make North Carolina the most military-friendly state in the country, and this tax exemption should get us there,” Sen. Jim Burgin, R-Harnett, said in regards to the see BUDGET, Page 2B
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Adding something to my gratitude list Tony Marciano Reverend
From collectible merchandise to tasty treats, the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is worth a visit for fans of the Sanrio brand. Photo courtesy of Hello Kitty Cafe
Mall to attract Hello Kitty fans CHARLOTTE – The Hello Kitty Cafe Truck continues its national tour this week as it rolls into the region with its all-pink cafe on wheels, exclusive treats and collectibles celebrating all things Hello Kitty. Catch the truck from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Nov. 20 at between Dick’s Sporting Godos and the Dining Pavilion at SouthPark Mall, 4400 Sharon Road. Hello Kitty Cafe Truck accepts only credit/debit card payments. Fans of Hello Kitty can look forward to edible goodies and limited-edition merch, including pink Hello Kitty Cafe T-shirt, stainless Hello Kitty Cafe rainbow thermos,
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military exemption. “Hard copies of the budget are out,” North Carolina Senate Democrats tweeted. “We have 21 hours to read this and determine if it’s a budget that will serve the people of North Carolina.” The proposal also includes a provision to limit the governor’s ability to shut down the economy because of an emergency. Republican legislators have made three at-
hand-decorated cookie sets, Madeleine cookie sets and enamel pin sets. Following Charlotte, the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck will continue its 2021 East Coast tour with a stop in Orlando, FL on 12/4. Since the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck made its debut in October 2014 as part of Sanrio’s first food-related venture, two Hello Kitty Cafe trucks have traveled to more than 100 cities across both coasts – from Los Angeles, Seattle and Houston – to Chicago, New York and Miami.
tempts to pass duplicate bills that mirror the provision. All of the attempts have failed, with Cooper vetoing two. The third bill did not make it to a full vote. Legislative leaders also inserted a provision that would require legislative leaders to sign off on lawsuit settlements involving the General Assembly. Cooper vetoed a bill that mirrors the provision in September, which he called “unconstitutional and unwise.” Cooper said Thursday he
would sign a budget that is “best for the people of North Carolina.” Republican leaders said they are confident Cooper will approve the spending plan. “We have made significant progress over nearly two months of good-faith negotiations with the governor, and I’m optimistic that the budget will have a strong bipartisan vote and that Gov. Cooper will sign it into law,” Senate Leader Phil Berger, R-Rockingham, said.
In mid-October, I was heading to New Jersey via northern Virginia. I would travel halfway and stop at my sister’s house. The next day I would ride with her to New Jersey. Being the detailed person she is, she gave me specific written instructions on how to get to her house. It reminded me of the days of MapQuest. Great idea. Instructions written line by line. The problem was you couldn’t read those lines while driving at 65 mph. That’s what happened. I put my sister’s address in the GPS and left home. Unfortunately, I pressed the wrong “GO” button on my phone. I misunderstood the map thinking it was taking me through the mountains by way of I-81. It wasn’t. It had planned to take me on U.S. 29. I followed those directions perfectly. There came a point where I was to stay on Route 29, but the GPS told me to take I-40 which would lead me to I-95. I think I remember seeing something about Route 29, so I thought I was going in the correct direction. As we continued to drive, I saw less and less of Route 29 and more and more of 95. At a point, we were going through Richmond. We were on I-95. That was the last road I wanted to travel on. In fact, the last time I drove it was when I first arrived in Charlotte in 1996. I was heading back to spend the weekend with my family who was in northern Virginia. At 10 p.m., my tire blew out on I-95. It was pitch black. I could barely see, the spare tire needed air and I managed to hobble to a gas station to add air. The next day, I found myself in a Price Club (remember that store) getting four new tires. I had no idea where I was. I didn’t want to go into Washington D.C. Road signs kept
telling me how many miles I had to go to get to our nation’s capital. I worked there for three years. I never wanted to go back. I called my sister in desperation. Classic Italian drama, “It’s the end of the world and I will end up in DC, never to be seen again.” I think she wanted to slap me because she said to take a certain road. It was 10 miles Life happens. ahead. It was 50 In the world miles before DC. We of addiction were finally off the that I move in Interstate and enjoy- every day, we ing the beautiful Vir- have to teach ginia countryside. the Charlotte Life happens. In Rescue the world of addicMission tion that I move in residents to every day, we have to “learn to live teach the Charlotte life on life’s Rescue Mission resiterms. dents to “learn to live life on life’s terms.” In spite of miss- • Tony Marciano ing my exit, I was grateful. Because the entire trip was on interstates, there were no stoplights I had to contend with. Traffic moved along quickly and only slowed down briefly as we came near Richmond. I was able to use the cruise control rather than stop every few miles for a light. Other drivers weren’t entering the highway from a hamburger fast food restaurant. There were on-ramps and off-ramps. While it was the last place I wanted to drive on, I was grateful. In a sense, it made the drive quite nice. When I returned, I decided to take Route 29. It was nice to see the countryside. but it was a two-lane highway that stopped every few miles for a red light. Each day you and I have options to determine how we will see what life throws at us. That choice, that response is ours to choose. I’ll be back in soon. Until then, live well my friend.
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The Rev. Tony Marciano is the executive director of the Charlotte Rescue Mission. Visit www.charlotterescuemission.org for details.
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Report: Nursing homes down 221,000 jobs WASHINGTON, D.C. – The still experiencing substantial job losses with the billions of dollars providers American Health Care Association according to the latest October em- have spent to fight the pandemic, have and National Center for Assisted Liv- ployment data from the Bureau of La- left long-term care providers struging released a report Nov. 10 showing bor Statistics. gling to compete for qualified staff. long-term facilities are suffering from Mark Parkinson, president and We desperately need the help of polthe worst labor crisis and job loss than CEO of AHCA/NCAL said these icymakers to attract and retain more any other health care sector. challenges for nursing homes and as- caregivers, so that our nation’s most Nursing homes alone have seen its sisted living communities can be at- vulnerable have access to the longindustry’s employment level drop by tributed to multiple factors. term care they need.” 14% or 221,000 jobs since the beginAHCA/NCAL released a survey of “As many caregivers are getting burned out by the pandemic, workers long-term care providers earlier this ning of the pandemic. The New Times Syndication Corporation year that showed 86% of nursing areYork leaving the field for jobs Sales in other While other health care facilities Eighth York, N.Y. 10018 homes and 77% of assisted living procareAvenue, settings New or other industries have reached or surpassed pre-pan- 620health For Information Call: 1-800-972-3550 Parkinson said. “Chronic demic staffing levels, nursing homes altogether,” For Release Monday, April 1, 2019 viders said their workforce situation and assisted living communities are Medicaid underfunding, combined has gotten worse in recent months.
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