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MONROE – The Union County Board of Education has extended Superintendent Andrew Houlihan's contract through 2025 and given him a $20,000 salary increase. Houlihan's contract wasn't set to expire until two years from now. Melissa Merrell, who chairs the school board, said July 13 that legally the board could only extend his contract to 2025, but members want to keep him here through 2030 and beyond. Earlier this year, Houlihan was named Regional Superintendent of the Year by the Southwest Education
Alliance. In 2019, he was a Superintendent to Watch by the National School Public Relations Association. Board member Gary Sides said Houlihan's contract extension and raise was well-deserved. He commended staff for getting the district through difficult times during the pandemic. Merrell compared operating UCPS during the pandemic to running three school districts simultaneously with just one budget. Students were either in Plan A, Plan B or a virtual academy that staff created seemingly overnight, she said. “You did it with grace, professionalism and at every turn, you
kept our students first,” Merrell told Houlihan during the school board meeting. Houlihan hasn't received a raise since he was hired in 2016, according to Vice Chair Kathy Heintel. “I am extremely proud to be the superintendent of Union County Public Schools,” Houlihan said. “We have the best educators in the state and it gives me great joy to work with our amazing principals, administrators, teachers and staff each day. I am looking forward to continuing to serve the Union County community.” The school board also extended contracts for members of Houlihan's
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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
Peggy Neill (Mineral Springs) This one stings as a result of her recent passing. The Mineral Springs Town Council approved 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.
"...dedicated hundreds of hours of her time as part of the citizens’ reincorporation committee, and as such she should be recognized as a founder of the town." • Resolution honoring Peggy Neill of Mineral Springs
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INDIAN TRAIL – It seems the theme of 2022 in many ways has been recovery. For town leaders, that's meant mending important relationships. Nothing's official yet, but since December, staff from Union County, Indian Trail, Stallings, Waxhaw and other municipalities have been meeting to pursue a new 30-year interlocal agreement on water and wastewater solutions. “Essentially what the agreement says is we recognize Union
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ed that if we do cover something like that, then we should be reimbursed over time.” Although housing developments and apartment complexes probably wouldn't count as “need,” McLaurin mentioned how important it is to bring industries to the town that create jobs. “Indian Trail is a major job creator inside our town limits,” he told council. County commissioner David Williams attended. “We're working together to negotiate to gain agreement on see AGREEMENT, Page 5A
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INDIAN TRAIL – Soon town council will make its annual budget amendment that will allow staff to pay $1 million to NCDOT for planned Monroe Road widening. Mayor Pro Tem Marcus McIntyre explained at council's July 13 regular meeting that the payment is supposed to happen every year for five years. But this year he was a little hesitant. It's not that council members weren't excited about the road improvements. They just wanted to make sure the town gets what it pays for. “We paid $1 million last year, COVID hit and everything went down south,” McIntyre said. “This bond was approved back in 2011. It's 2021 – 10 years now, it's gonna expire soon. The citizens of Indian Trail have waited long enough for this road. We'd like to see it get built, but just speaking for myself, I'm not comfortable giving $1 million again when there has not been much movement.” Mayor Michael Alvarez floated the idea of passing the amendment now and paying later, after staff had the chance to talk more to DOT. “Tell them the check's in the mail,” Alvarez said jokingly, “as they've told us numerous times.” The way the agreement is written, if Indian Trail doesn't pay up NCDOT can hold a reimbursement that the town is owed on another project. For now, council believes they're still in a reasonable window, so they decided to hold off on the budget amendment until their next meeting, July 27. NCDOT reports on its website that right of way acquisitions should continue through August 2021, so that construction can begin on Monroe Road in 2024 for the sections stretching from Morningside Meadow Lane to Wesley Chapel-Stouts Road and from I-485 to Morningside Meadow Lane. Construction for Trade Street to I-485 isn't projected to take place until after 2029. McIntyre said he'd like to see “something concrete” and “some good faith progress.” “I don't think two weeks will kill the process,” Town Manager Michael McLaurin said, “but at the same time we don't want to delay it too long.”
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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.
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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
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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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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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Union County EMS earns high marks on accreditation CHARLOTTE – Union Emergency Medical Services has become one of only six emergency medical services in North Carolina to receive accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services. The three-year accreditation was based on a detailed evaluation process and interviews with staff conducted by an independent, impartial panel of commissioners representing health care, law enforcement and business. “We have always been proud of the professionalism and competence of our Union EMS teammates, but it’s gratifying to have those qualities recognized by a prestigious international organization like CAAS,” said Bryan Edwards, chief of Union EMS. “This accreditation should also reinforce the confidence of Union County residents that, if they ever need us, they will be given quality care second to none.” Edwards said the CAAS was especially impressed with two areas of the organization – maintaining an overall diverse workforce and the modifications Union EMS makes to its ambulances. Union EMS redesigns its ambulance interiors to improve patient safety and teammate efficiency.
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Bobby Kilgore (Monroe) Kilgore, who is possibly the folksiest mayor in the Charlotte region, first took oath as a city councilman in December 1997 and 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. 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
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Wingate pharmacy professor tapped for leadership program
Save the dates: Indian Trail releases 2021 event schedule
WINGATE – Andrew Woods, associate professor of pharmacy at Wingate University, has been selected to participate in the American Association of Colleges of Pharmacy’s 2021-22 Woods Academic Leadership Fellows Program. He represents some of academic pharmacy’s brightest future leaders from around the country. Woods joined the practice faculty at Wingate in 2009 and provides pharmacist services as a clinical team lead in internal medicine at Atrium Health’s Carolinas Medical Center Main in uptown Charlotte, precepting third- and fourth-year students. During his time at the university he has published more than 50 articles, book chapters and abstracts and has delivered numerous regional and national presentations.
INDIAN TRAIL – The Town of Indian Trail is bringing back events for the summer and fall, including concerts, movies and parades. Events are: • National Night Out – Aug. 3, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Chestnut Square Park • Hits After Six featuring Hip Pocket – Aug. 19, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Chestnut Square Park • Hits After Six featuring The Tim Clark Band – Sept. 16 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Chestnut Square Park • Friday Flicks showing the movie Onward – Sept. 24 at 6 p.m. at Crossing Paths Park • Halloween Spooktacular – Oct. 22, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Chestnut Square Park • Veterans Day Ceremony – Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Indian Trail Town Hall Veterans Memorial Garden • Christmas Parade – Dec. 5, from 4 to 7 p.m. beginning in Downtown Indian Trail and ending at Chestnut Square Park “One of our favorite things to do is bring the community together through our events,” said Hayden Kramer, parks and recreation director. “We missed being able to host events last year and are looking forward to seeing everyone back together, having fun and enjoying everything Indian Trail has to offer.” On the web: http://indiantrail.org/132/Comm unityEvents.
Sorority alumnae chapter taking apps for youth programs MONROE – The Union County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is taking applications for two programs that help young ladies with leadership skills, communication and career exploration. • The Delta Gems youth initiative is designed for young women ages 14 to 18 in grades nine through 12 who are interested in developing leadership and life skills as well as actively pursuing college or career options. • Delta Academy is designed for girls ages 11 to 14 years of age who show great academic and personal promise, interest in developing leadership skills, interest in community action and social change, and interest in non-traditional STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) careers. Apply by Aug. 1. Visit unioncountydst.org for details.
in the small town feel and cool downtown vibe that residents love about Matthews. He also has the best comedic timing on the board. 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 board in September 2020 following the passing of Councilwoman Shirley Howe. Mike Cochrane (Mint Hill) Cochrane became a Mint Hill commissioner in 2017 after a long career in the banking in-
something that we feel will benefit all parties,” Williams said. “Personally, I haven't been real comfortable referring to this as an 'agreement.' It's a little more like a memorandum of understanding. What are some basic operating principles we can all embrace? I'm positive. I'm optimistic.” Most details are still up in the air, but some discussions have pertained to package treatment plants along Catawba River, as well as chopping up subdistricts within Union. “I think it's imperative that we work with the county and that nobody feels like they're being undermined,” Indian Trail Mayor Michael Alvarez said. “They understand that we know we're all in this together and we're all residents of the same county. We want to move forward with a workable agreement that's not only beneficial to Indian Trail but to each and every municipality in Union County.” Alvarez has longed for cooperation. That showed last month during the public hearing for a recently denied townhome rezoning application. “We need to pay attention," Alvarez said June 22, “to what's going on in our neighboring towns and how we affect each other – something that's not gone on in Union County in forever. If anybody tells me that this county's worked together with its towns, they're lying or dreaming.” In fact that rezoning case, CZ 2019-0087, was for a proposed 170-townhome development. Because of the area's water/sewer infrastructure, it saw a lot of backlash from neighbors about run-off and water pressure issues. Nothing is official yet about the interlocal agreement, but McLaurin said it will need to be modified as circumstances change, calling this “the first step of a long-term relationship.”
Union County deputies use drone to catch fleeing suspect MARSHVILLE – The Union County Sheriff's Office used a drone July 17 to catch a suspect wanted on several warrants, including meth trafficking. Deputies had one handy because they anticipated 50-year-old Randy Prevatte to run away, officials said. And when they approached a home at 6300 block of Pleasant Hill Church Road, officials said Prevatte ran toward the woods. Deputies tracked Prevatte for one-four of a mile before taking him into custody.
dustry. 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. 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. Flip to Page 3A for a list of who is running.
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iconic moments in
ICE CREAM HISTORY
Craving? Flip to 3B for a list of places to get ice cream. Use the recipe on 4B to make your own sweet treat.
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
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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
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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
28227 Bainbridge 9620 Edwards Place June 4 Brighton Park 5320 Soaring Eagle Ln. June 21
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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
$825,000 $485,000 $495,000 $660,500 $455,000 $400,000 $615,000 $519,000 $1,125,000 $500,000 $710,000 $490,000 $505,000 $755,000 $994,000 $711,000 $486,000 $468,500 $430,000
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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Kevin, Chas and Marissa Mansfield of south Charlotte, visit the TCBY at Colony Place in April 2010, which was the nation's first self-serve TCBY. CMG file photo
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,
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