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CHARLOTTE – Police Chief Kerr Putney, Sheriff Garry McFadden and Fire Chief Reginald Johnson have expressed a renewed sense of commitment to keeping south Charlotte safe. They spoke to the Ballantyne Breakfast Club on Dec. 1 at the Ballantyne Hotel. The club serves as the public information arm of South Charlotte Partners, which advocates for favorable transportation, development and quality of life. “We decided to have this community safety event because through the holidays there's an uptick in crime,” said Victoria Nwasike, co-chair of the Ballantyne Breakfast Club. “Unfortunately,

Police department Putney apologized during the meeting about not being as present in the area, noting he would be more visible this coming year. He briefly talked about plans to add another South Division office. Having officers at two offices will help with response times in an area with traffic issues. “It doesn't matter how many people,” Putney said. “It's how we position them.” The office will be on Providence Road West, near Johnston Road, according to South Division Capt. Christian Wagner. He anticipates it opening some time after the Republican Nation-

al Convention in 2020. Putney said he typically speaks to different groups throughout town, but he would like to see all sides come together, especially as the city prepares for the RNC. “We're not going to tolerate extremes that come out and want to harm our city,” Putney said. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department launched a series of “Bridging the Difference” seminars Nov. 15 at Johnson C. Smith University. He said a lot of people attending the event were from the south Charlotte area. Many people, he said, left with an ideas of how well

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Wintry mix Snow, sleet or freezing rain is expected to hit the Charlotte region this weekend, which could prompt cancellations and delays of happenings around town. You may want to verify events with organizers.

Lingering race Uncertainty about absentee ballots in Bladen and Robeson counties has kept state election officials from declaring Mark Harris the winner over Dan McCready in the U.S. House race. The possibility of voter fraud or a new election has catapulted the race into national news. Stay tuned.

Stage play The Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts continues presenting “Miracle on 34th Street” Dec. 7, 8 and 9. You may recognize familiar faces like Glynis Bergsma Robbins, Lillian Crowley and Ryan Dunn.

Television The John Family, of Charlotte, will be featured in an encore presentation of “Family Feud” on Dec. 10.

Movies There aren’t many wide releases this week, which could mean a third consecutive week atop the box office for “Ralph Breaks the Internet.”

Streaming A boy raised by computed-animated wolves heads back to live with human villagers in this live action Netflix film, “Mowgli: Legend of the Jungle.” Christian Bale, Cate Blanchett and Benedict Cumberbatch star in this adaptation of “The Jungle Book.”

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Breast cancer survivor gives back this Christmas

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Breast cancer survivor Heather Bokelkamp knows what it’s like to go through cancer treatment during the holidays. That’s why she decided to pay it forward this Christmas by developing and delivering care pouches to cancer patients at Levine Cancer InstituteBallantyne. “Small things make a big impact,” Bokelkamp said. She remembers the outpouring of cards, care packages and words of encouragement she received during her treatment in 2015 and 2016. She was diagnosed with invasive ductal carcinoma, stage 2B on Sept. 17, 2015, a month after she found a lump in her breast. From the moment she found it, she knew it was breast cancer, but the finality of the diagnosis was heavy. “I felt an immense burden of many emotions, but the hardest part was sharing the news with my family and friends,” she said. Bokelkamp started treatment at Levine Cancer Institute in September 2015, enduring six rounds of chemotherapy and two surgeries. She said it was emotionally and physically challenging to go through the holidays while steadily increasing her treatments. She suf-

Heather Bokelkamp, 40, snaps a selfie at her first chemotherapy treatment in October 2015. She is asking for monetary donations to create and deliver cancer care pouches this Christmas. Photos courtesy of Heather Bokelkamp

fered from brain fog, neuropathy, gut sensitivity and hair loss. She felt grateful to have the support of her family and friends through it all, but she also noticed many people were going through the same journey without a support

system or personal transportation. This made her realize how lucky she was and increased her desire to serve others. Bokelkamp decided early on see SELFLESS, Page 4A

Defense, rebounding lift Cougar girls by Andrew Stark andrew@cmgweekly.com

CHARLOTTE – The Charlotte Catholic girls basketball team graduated six seniors and a lot of leadership from a group that won 16 games last season. The departed include the loss of five of the top seven scorers and 62 percent of their scoring. They also lost 79 percent of their blocks, 70 percent of their rebounding, 68 percent of their assists and 60 percent of their steals. However, despite the major loss of production, the Cougars have begun the season 3-0 after over-

Charlotte Catholic junior guard Dane Bertolina goes up for two of her team-high 18 points. The unbeaten Cougars used a 32-5 run to overwhelm Covenant Day 51-18 last week. Andrew Stark/SCW photo

whelming Covenant Day, 51-18. Dane Bertolina led a furious 32-5 run that fueled the blowout. The junior scored scored 14 of

her game-high 18 points after the halftime break. Bertolina generated much of her offense from her aggressive defense at the top of the Cougar trap so

effective that it forced 40 Covenant Day turnovers, often not allowing the Lions to even get into their set offense. Bertolina also finished with six steals, four rebounds and three assists and connected on three 3-pointers. “She’s really good and she really became a leader for us over the summer,” coach Bobby Conrad said. “As a freshman she was kind of finding her place. Last year she was our best player, but we had seven seniors. Now she’s finding her place, she’s leading, she’s making see COUGARS, Page 4A

CHARLOTTE – Democrat Brandon Lofton knew he faced an uphill battle when he decided to challenge Republican incumbent Andy Dulin for House District 104 in the N.C. General Assembly. But as he talked with voters across the south Charlotte district on their front porches, in their living rooms and at public events, Lofton said he got a sense the electorate was tired of the “extreme partisanship” being displayed by the Republican-controlled General Assembly. “People were concerned about the nature of our politics, the divisiveness of our politics, the extreme partisanship, the efforts to gerrymander districts,” Lofton said. “All these things created a sense of urgency and a need for change and to have a somewhat more balanced state legislature. I think all those things worked together.” Change did happen as Lofton defeated Dulin 52 to 48 percent last month. Democrats gained 10 seats see LOFTON, Page 4A

City turns 250 years old CHARLOTTE – Community leaders celebrated the 250th anniversary of Charlotte's founding Dec. 3 at Trade and Tryon streets. Michael Smith, president and CEO of Charlotte Center City Partners, said the 250th celebration was a great opportunity for the community to pause and reflect on who we are and what we value. “Each of us has that spirit of independence, that spirit of values in Charlotte that makes us the city that it is,” Mayor Vi Lyles said. “We may be talking about the past, but at the same time, we're moving forward for our future.” Atrium Health CEO Gene Woods said such events can re-energize volunteerism. His staff put 40,000 volunteer hours into the community last year. “As we look to an even brighter future for everyone ahead, I think see ANNIVERSARY, Page 2A

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CPCC using federal grant for NETLAB CHARLOTTE – The U.S. Department of Education Fund for the Improvement of Postsecondary Education has awarded Central Piedmont Community College a two-year, $94,266 grant to buy and install new equipment for its NETLAB. NETLAB provides access to live IT infrastructure to perform technology-related experiments. Boosting NETLAB's functionality ensures CPCC can ensure low-income students and underrepresented minorities have access to in-demand education resulting in cybersecurity careers, said Mike Hogan, associate dean of STEM.

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CHARLOTTE – Ronald McDonald House Charities of North Carolina used Giving Tuesday to kick off a statewide fundraiser to support its seven houses in the state. McDonald’s customers can $1, $3 or $5 through the end of December. “This charity’s focus is keeping families together during one of life’s most difficult trials, when a child is sick,” said Fred Huebner, local McDonald’s owner/operator and board president of RMHC of NC.

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CHARLOTTE – Organizers of the 2019 Atrium Health MLK Holiday Uptown Parade are registering organizations that would like to participate in the Jan. 19 event. More than 100 community groups, marching bands, and step and drill teams are expected to march. Register by Dec. 7. Nominations are being accepted through Jan. 7 for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Medallion Award, given to a Charlotte-Mecklenburg resident exemplifying King's ideals. Visit www.mlk.charlottenc.gov for details.

CHARLOTTE – Senior Pastor John Munro will present a message on the transforming peace and eternal hope of the Lord Jesus Christ during a Christmas Eve service at Calvary Church. The service, “The Coming of the Savior,” will feature traditional carols and contemporary songs led by the choirs, band and orchestra with candlelight. Everyone is welcome at 4, 6 and 8 p.m. Dec. 24 at the church, 5801 Pineville-Matthews Road. Visit www.calvarychurch.com/christmas for details.

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CHARLOTTE – The N.C. Department of Transportation contract crews will temporarily close lanes on Interstate 277 as they continue working on a $16.3 million project to improve 22 bridges along the corridor. Traffic will be reduced to one lane on the inner loop as crews install a barrier wall past the Tenth Street exit, continuing to Third Street. The left lane of U.S. 74 West approaching I-277 will be closed. The traffic pattern will be in place for the next few weeks while workers remove concrete slabs and install an epoxy overlay on bridges over Elizabeth Avenue, Third Street and Fourth Street. The project is scheduled to be done by July 2019.

CHARLOTTE – Soledad O’Brien will speak at the YMCA of Greater Charlotte's 25th annual MLK Holiday Breakfast. O'Brien hosts the Sunday morning syndicated show, “Matter of Fact with Soledad O’Brien.” She has championed diversity through her Emmy-winning documentary series, “Black in America” and “Latino in America.” The event takes place 8 to 9:30 a.m. Jan. 19 at the Charlotte Convention Center. Buy tickets at the McCrorey YMCA. Proceeds go to youth programs.

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CHARLOTTE – Charlotte Area Transit System launched a new rewards program with the CATS commute-tracking platform Way2Go CLT, where users can earn rewards for logging their alternative commutes. Riders who use transit, bike, carpool, vanpool, telecommute or other forms of alternative commuting can earn points to redeem for rewards. Download the Commute Tracker by Ride Amigos smartphone app for Apple and Android. The program will end Feb. 28, 2019. Visit www.charlottenc.gov/cats/commut ing/Pages/Alternative-Commutes.aspx for details.

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CHARLOTTE – Organizers of #GivingTuesdayCLT inspired 147,000 acts of good, valued at $4.1 million during the weeklong campaign, according to SHARE Charlotte. #GivingTuesdayCLT encouraged community to support local nonprofits through Nov. 27. In previous years, goals were primarily financial, but SHARE Charlotte shifted its focus on acts of good so everyone has something to give.

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Police crack 1995 sexual assault by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com

CHARLOTTE – The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department made an arrest Nov. 28 in an unsolved sexual assault case from 23 year ago McNear – before DNA testing became widespread in local criminal investigations. Detectives arrested registered sex offender Christopher Lynn McNear, 52,

of Charlotte, on charges of sexual assault dating back to 1995. He had previously been convicted of indecent liberty of a minor for offenses committed in 1997 and 1998. The 17-year-old victim of the sexual assault was walking home from work about 6:30 p.m. July 14, 1995, when a male forced her at knifepoint behind a business at the 4800 block of North Tryon Street, according to Sgt. Darrell Price, of CMPD's sexual assault unit. Price said police examined the sex-

ual assault kit in 1995, but they could only determine a blood type back then. CMPD revisited the case recently thanks to federal grant funding designed to reduce the number of inventoried sexual assault kits. Detectives found a DNA hit on McNear, Price said. Warrants were issued Nov. 26 for him, and he was taken into custody two days later. “I believe she's very relieved that this person who attacked her over 20 years ago is in custody,” Price said of the victim.

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It's not uncommon to hear about teachers having to dig into their pockets to buy classroom supplies. DonorsChoose.org provides a crowd-sourcing platform for communities to support specific classroom needs. Teachers detail exactly how the money will be spent, while supporters can donate as much as they want, without having to register. Dozens of teachers throughout the Charlotte region have taken advantage of the platform. Below are some of the more interesting projects in the south Charlotte area on DonorsChoose.org. Project: My Library Is Held Together With Tape and Glue Amount sought: $517 Deadline: March 25 Description: Amber Michael, of Hawk Ridge Elementary, wants to buy 80 fiction and nonfiction titles from AKJ Education's Guided Reading Collection to replace crumbling books that have been in circulation for more than 15 years. Project: Kinders Need Animals to Hug Amount sought: $183 Deadline: March 12 Description: Victoria Watkins, of Sedgefield Elementary, understands how connecting with characters enhances the reading experience for tots. She wants students to hug the stuffed animals of Dog Man, Curious George and others.

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residents are connected as a city. “I think we have a lot more in common than divides us,” Putney said. He took questions from the crowd. One parent wanted to know how he was going to keep schools safe. Putney said he'd be OK with having more officers in schools, but adding more officers to his limited resources would increase taxes. CMPD employs 51 officers dedicated to schools, in addition to Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Police. “What I have been preaching is we need to have deterrents prior to people coming on campus in the first place,” Putney said. “We can deal with a scuffle between the kids. A gun is a game changer.” Sheriff's office McFadden, whose career includes 37 years with the CMPD, vowed not to do anything that would jeopardize the safety of his family, friends or the community. Unlike Putney, McFadden said he does come to the south Charlotte area often. He likes to shop and eat around here. “We're not going to be the same Charlotte-Mecklenburg Sheriff's Office that you are accustomed to,” he said. “I'm there for you. I work for you.” McFadden wants to be the best sheriff's office in the nation. He believes conversations are vital, because while leaders won't have all the an-

swers, they are willing to engage in conversations that lead to those answers. He plans to form a community relations committee of about 15 to 20 people that are going to engage in the community. McFadden also expressed interest in ensuring people leaving jail have secured jobs. “We try not to say inmate, because we want to prepare our returning citizens to be your neighbors,” McFadden said. Fire department Reginald Johnson has been in his role as fire chief for seven months, enough time to begin evaluating the fire department and determining ways to improve service. Johnson said he is focused on working with the city manager to continue providing fast response times even as areas like Waverly and Rea Farms continue to swell and more three-to-five floor wood-frame apartments pop up. Work groups will continue to assess how the department is doing and making recommendations to improve. Johnson is working on a five-year staffing plan to address the city's growing needs when it comes to firefighters and stations. He plans to step up recruiting, particularly with women and minorities. “In order to support those operations, you have to have people in support staff,” Johnson said. “The fire department is severely understaffed, in my opinion, in that realm.”

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better decisions, she’s scoring more but not feeling like she’s had to and she’s guarded well. “All she does is play basketball. She’s in the gym or calling people to open it for her...She just lives it.” Bertolina is leading the team with 17.3 points per game, but many others have stepped up. In the win over Covenant Day, for example, 11 different players scratched the scoring column. Conrad said his team has gotten a big boost from seniors Maggie Walton, Kaitlin Coleman and Clara Flatau. Walton and Coleman scored four points and grabbed five rebounds each against the Lions, while Flatau added seven points and a team-high eight rebounds. “Our seniors have been a big help,” Conrad said. “It’s a small group, but they have really helped change things for us.” Flatau averages six points and five rebounds, Coleman scores 3.3 points and 4.0 rebounds a game and Walton averages 3.3 points, 3.3 steals and 1.7 steals per game. Junior Telfair Epperson scored a season-low two points against the Lions, but is the team’s second leading scorer at 6.7 points per

game. Stephanie Falcone (2.5 points and 2.0 steals), Cameron Green (2.0 points and 5.7 rebounds), Anna Schroeder (3.7 rebounds) and Moira Darling (6.3 rebounds and 3.3 steals) are also having big impacts in the early success. Conrad said the two things his team is hanging its hat on is its team rebounding and defense. The Cougars average over 40 rebounds per game - including more than 20 offensive rebounds per contest - and nearly 16 steals per game. Bertolina is at the top of the trap defense, which gave Covenant Day fits and has limited Cougar opponents to just 23.3 points per game so far. Bigger tests await, including a Dec. 7 game against South Meck, but the Cougars have started as well as Conrad could have hoped. “We have had a couple of shutout quarters in the past few games and our defense is playing really well and we’re rebounding the ball really well,” Conrad said. “That’s kind of been who we are, at least for the first three games of the season. This group is fun. They like to be in the gym. They grind and they work. We’re trying to be suffocating on defense and if we can do that and rebound I think we’re really tough.” Visit www.thecharlotte weekly.com for info on the boys team.

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across the state to eliminate the Republican’s super-majority in the House. Democrats also ended the Republicans’ super-majority in the State Senate when they flipped six seats. When the 2019 General Assembly convenes next month, Republicans will hold a 65-55 majority in the House and a 29-21 majority in the State Senate. “I think the voters sent a message in the type of politics they want to see,” Lofton said. “They want people to come to the table and have more bipartisanship. It was an amazing experience, and it was a hard-fought campaign. I learned

3-and-out: Regional football playoff edition

Myers Park and Charlotte Catholic are all still alive in the Western Regional finals and just one win from playing for state championships. Charlotte Catholic went undefeated and won it all last year. They were tripped up by Charlotte Christian, the legendarily good private school power who went unbeaten and won their second straight title, but have rolled since. Myers Park is looking to be the king of the hill for the first time in school history under coach Scott Chadwick who has risen the Mustangs to national prominence in a short amount of time. No team has better receivers than Elijah Bowick, Moose Muhammad and Andre Francois and they are blowing teams out right now playing outstanding football. Below we’ll take a closer look at how they got there and play 3-and-out with each matchup. 4-AA Playoffs No. 6 Myers Park (13-1) at No. 5 Vance (13-1) Ten key Mustangs: Quarterback Drake Maye; receivers Elijah Bowick, Moose Muhammad and Andre Francois; defensive backs Trey Bly and Cameron Roseman-Sinclair; lineman Juwan Truesdale and Jaylen Nichols; linebackers Jake Harkleroad and Roe Chitwood How’d they get here: Offense. The Mustangs pounded Richmond in Rockingham, which is not an easy place to play this time of year. Bowick, the receiver committed to Virginia Tech, is unguardable at this level. He reeled in seven passes from Maye and although the two connected on just one touchdown there work set

a lot and I grew a lot in the process. I am grateful for the experience. “From the start, we were optimistic. People were upset with what was going on in Raleigh with the extreme politics. I heard that from Republicans, Democrats and unaffiliated voters. I knew we were in a moment where the electorate was ready to push back on what we were seeing in Raleigh.” Education funding and health care were two of the top issues that voters expressed concern to Lofton while he was on the campaign trail. Lofton said he is meeting with community and business leaders ahead of the 2019 session to gauge what issues should take a front seat in the General Assembly. “In south Charlotte, we have some really great schools,” Lofton said. “I have seen it at my kids’ schools – Olde Providence and Carmel – where we have great teachers and great schools but they are not getting the level of support needed from the state. A lot of parents and PTAs are

up many others. Bowick finished with 175 receiving yards, but that was par for the course for Myers Park, which had 11 plays of 15 or more yards on the night. Maye threw for over 300 yards and two touchdowns (the other a 40-yard strike to Francois) and Muhammad nearly had 100 receiving yards on six catches. What’s next: Vance has won nine straight with two wins over highly regarded Hough, who they beat 25-0 last week. 3-and-out • Both teams are very high scoring with Myers Park (37.6 points per game) having a slight edge in offensive output over the Cougars (35.3). On defense it’s eerily similar as the Mustangs have allowed 132 points on the season, just one less than Vance. • The teams have meet four times since 2004 and split the series two games each. Vance won 41-38 in 2016 and has won two straight in the series. Neither team has ever won a state championship. • Vance quarterback Nigel Summerville has thrown for nearly 6,000 yards and is 24-5 over the past two seasons. Summerville used to attend Myers Park, but didn’t throw a pass for the Mustangs. 3-A playoffs No. 5 Kings Mountain (12-2) at No. 3 Charlotte Catholic (13-1) Ten key Cougars: Quarterback Chris Walton; running backs Michael Neel, Paul Neel and Lamagea McDowell; receiver/defensive back Adam Robbe; defensive back Brian Jacobs; linemen Kevin Coss, Nick King and Ari Rodriguez; linebacker Liam Barbee

in fact filling the gap to support the schools. The county is also stepping in to help fill that gap. That (better funding) was a concern I heard consistently across the district.” With their super-majority gone, Republicans can no longer override vetoes from N.C. Gov. Roy Cooper on a party-line vote. Democrats, however, will need Republican votes to support their initiatives. Lofton said that means Democrats and Republicans have to work together. “I hope that dynamic means you will see more bipartisanship and that we will work together and negotiate,” Lofton said. “If people look at the results from all across the state, the message is that voters want us to work together. They are tired of extreme partisanship and they want us to find ways to move our state forward.” He will be one of 17 new freshmen Democrats in the House. Lofton said he was impressed with his fellow freshmen after attending orientation sessions in Raleigh. “There is definitely a diversity of backgrounds,” Lofton said. “We all have different perspectives that we are bringing to the state legislature.” For Lofton wants to be an advocate, a voice in the room, for the district and he said his own experiences while in elementary school helped lead him to

How’d they get here? Defense and special teams. The Cougars usually can move the ball at will on the ground, but couldn’t against Huss. So they stepped up on special teams and defense to get a win that wasn’t always pretty but is a win nonetheless. Jacobs and Michael Neel scored special teams touchdowns, the Cougar defense got interceptions from Jacob Schachte, Robbe and Joseph Satori while King (two sacks) and Coss (one sack) wreaked havoc on the inside. Through 14 games the Cougar defense has allowed 89 points (6.4 per game). What’s next? Kings Mountain is 12-2 and shut out West Rowan 34-0 to open the playoffs. Since, they’ve had tougher games with Statesville (35-21) and Northwest Cabarrus (49-28). 3-and-out • There are two common opponents between these teams in Cuthbertson and Huss. Cuthbertson lost 42-7 to Catholic and 48-19 to Kings Mountain, so that’s nearly a wash at least offensively. Catholic rolled Huss 28-7 last week on a night their offense wasn’t great, but Kings Mountain lost 38-21, their worst defeat of the season. • Kings Mountain has been able to outscore their opponents the last two weeks in the playoffs, but have allowed 21 and 28 points in those games. If Catholic controls the clock and field position, this one could be over quickly. • Senior quarterback Kaylon Wade is one to watch. He has already thrown for 3,063 yards and 42 touchdowns and run for 780 and 17 more scores. The 59 touchdowns are the second most for a single season in NCHSAA history. – Andrew Stark

public service. “For me personally having someone in the room advocating for me, I experienced that in elementary school,” Lofton said. “My mom was a public school teacher and I was fortunate to go to school where she taught. When I was in third grade, I wasn’t given the chance to take the test for the gifted program to see if I qualified for the program. Because my mom was a teacher, she was able to advocate for me and to walk into the principal’s office and ask that I be given a chance to take the test. I got that chance and I took the test and passed it and I got that chance to experience the best education that my town had to offer.” As Lofton continued his educational journey, that experience in grade school was often on his mind. “I had friends in high school that were just as smart and deserving as I was but they were not sitting in those classes with me,” Lofton said. “I knew that I wasn’t more deserving but it was the simple fact that I had someone who the ability to advocate for me. That influenced me to become a lawyer, and I started my career as a civil rights lawyer and I then transitioned on to working in public financing and have worked on a number of community organizations to try to fulfill that purpose.”

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she didn’t want to stay angry about her diagnosis. She would see this as an opportunity to accept the love and support from her family as well as an opportunity to help others through her experiences. For the last two years, Bokelkamp has been a survivor mentor with Carolina Breast Friends, a nonprofit that provides support for breast cancer patients and survivors. She said it’s challenging to relive her experiences through others, but it’s completely rewarding to pay it forward by helping someone else going through it. She continues to pay it forward this Christmas by creating and delivering cancer care pouches to patients at Levine Cancer Institute-Ballantyne. The care pouches will be delivered the week before Christmas and these will include skincare products, tissues, hard candy and fuzzy socks. The cancer care pouches cost $35 each and she’s asking for community support. She has received 40 sponsorships so far and hopes to reach 60.

“I’ve been overwhelmed and so thankful for everyone who has gotten involved so far,” she said. She also wanted to give a special thanks to Debbie Conway Cook, a fellow breast cancer survivor and friend who has been supporting her throughout this process. Bokelkamp has been cancer-free since October 2016 and she is grateful to be able to help others overcome it, too. “It’s amazing how much joy it gives you to give back to others,” she said. Cacky Higgins, Levine Cancer Institute Disparities & Outreach project manager, said these donations make a big impact during this time of the year. “Levine Cancer Institute is grateful for the generosity of our community throughout the year, but especially during the holiday season,” she said. “During what can be a very challenging time, the simple act of giving back can put a smile on a patient’s face and make them feel loved and supported. That is truly the greatest gift.” If you’re interested in sponsoring a cancer care pouch, email Heather Bokelkamp at hbokelkamp@hotmail.com.

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Dec.8 • Beantown Tavern: Up In Smoke • Coyote Joes: Riley Green • Grapes Wine: Denver Crites • Mary O’Neill’s: The Stark Reality Acoustic Trio • Mac’s Speed Shop: Pursey Kerns • Neighborhood Theatre: Wayne “The Train” Hancock • Petra’s: Bill Noonan Band, Brandy Lindsey & The Punch, & David Childers • Roasted Bone: Tantrum • Spectrum Center: Trans-Siberian Orchestra • Stooges Pub: Cloud 9 • Visulite: Abbey Road Live!

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How to shop SouthPark Mall in 60 minutes by Karie Simmons karie@cmgweekly.com

CHARLOTTE – SouthPark Mall may seem like utter chaos during the holidays, and it can be if you don’t have a plan in place. Whether you have a busy schedule, waited until the last minute or just don’t enjoy shopping, nothing is worse than aimlessly wandering around, unsure of what to buy your friends and family. But fear not, for there is a way to get in and out of SouthPark Mall in roughly an hour, and you’ll still get something for everyone on your list. The list: Mom, dad, brother, sister, significant other and boss Starting point: The dining pavilion

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1. From the dining pavilion, turn left into H&M. This trendy store is inexpensive and an easy place to start checking things off. You can even donate your old clothes to get 15 percent off your purchase. For your sister or mom: Black cross body bag ($19.99); multipack of socks (up to $14.99); gray pom-pom hat ($12.99); rings, earrings and statement necklaces ($6.99 to $12.99). For your bother or dad: Pack of socks ($12.99); flannel shirt ($24.99); dress shirt ($24.99); beanie ($5.99). 2. As you exit H&M, you’ll see a pop-up shop called Go! Calendars. It has a huge selection of calendars with themes like Marvel Comics, destinations and sceneries, animals, motivational quotes, TV shows and movies. It even has quirky games for the family and small desk calendars for your boss. 3. Next up is Bath & Body Works. You’ll notice the aroma way before you walk in, but

the good news is it smells amazing. This store has something for everyone – lotions, shower gels, candles, hand soaps, body sprays, home fragrances and pre-made gift sets – and there are always promotions and sales. It’s a gold mine for holiday shoppers. Plus, there are new scents this season, including “merry cherry cheer,” “winter candy apple,” “vanilla bean noel” and “twisted peppermint.”

chocolate lava cake, tiramisu, crème brulee, black forest, strawberry crème and vanilla dulce de leche: 6 truffles ($17.95); 12 truffles ($29.95); 24 truffles ($49.95). 5. If you haven’t crossed off at least half the names on your list by now, it’s time to head to Belk. This upscale department store has a huge variety of clothing, accessories and gifts from high-end brands like crown & ivy, Birkenstock, Chanel, Calvin Klein, Levi’s, Ralph Lauren, Nautica, Simply Southern, Free People and Lily Pulitzer. For your male significant other: Cologne (ranges in price). For your female significant other: Perfume (ranges in price); mix-and-match face masks, bath bombs and lotions (ranges in price).

4. Turn left out of Bath & Body Works, left again and walk until you see Godiva. This store may smell even better than the last and is a go-to place to buy a thoughtful gift for your boss. He or she will appreciate a box of Godiva’s patisserie dessert truffles and you may even get a raise. The boxes come in three different sizes and include flavors like

6. Exit Belk through the perfume section, walk back into the mall and then take a left until you see Anthropologie. This store has a unique collection of clothing, accessories, home décor and gifts that are perfect for the women in your life. For your mom or sister: picture frame ($26 to $32); monogram candle ($24 but recently on sale for $15), cozy blanket scarf ($48); fold-up beanie knitting kit ($78). For your female significant other: Janie Lucite-handled tote bag ($68); Floreat Parker sleep shirt and pants ($68 and $58).

7. Did you find anything for the men yet? Good thing The Art of Shaving is on your way back to the dining pavilion, making it the last stop on your journey. Phew. If your guy is more of a mountain man, this store carries beard oil, brushes, wax and trimmers. If he likes to be clean shaven, there are a variety of pre-shaving oils, shaving creams and aftershaves to make his face feel smooth. You can buy products separately or build your own bundle to fit your budget and keep dad, brother or your significant other looking fresh going into the New Year. Happy shopping!

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CHARLOTTE – SouthPark visitors can shop a variety of seasonal pop-ups for the holidays. Hickory Farms, See’s Candies, Go! Calendars, Dewey’s Bakery and Toy Mania are among those offering gift options at the mall during the holidays. Hickory Farms returns for another holiday season with hand-crafted gifts, including sausage, cheese and other specialty foods. The specialty kiosk is now open in Fountain Court. Fan-favorite and American-made candy shop See’s Candies offers specialty high-quality chocolates made from fresh ingredients See’s Candies is now open near J. Crew. Offering a variety of gift options including calendars, toys and games, Go! Calendars is now open near American Eagle. Visitors in the mood for a sweet treat can enjoy scrumptious cookies, cake, ice cream, pastries and more at Dewey’s Bakery, now open behind guest services. To complement its fresh-baked goodies, Dewey’s will also offer beverages such as coffee and ice-cold milk to satisfy taste buds! Shoppers will find the perfect present for

every child at Toy Mania, now open near the West Plaza next to Origins. This specialty toy store will encourage children to ‘play outside the box’ with its large selection of unique and high quality toys, games and puzzles. Kids will be inspired to use their imaginations with the uniquely designed, high quality toys at Schleich. The hands-on destination is now open behind guest services, featuring a 15-foot Tyrannosaurus Rex and ‘playzone’ that offers fun-filled activities for kids. Fashionistas can stock up on trendy and affordable jewelry at Lalo & Rae. The kiosk is now open near Pottery Barn. Additional kiosks opening for the holiday season include Bamboo, Craze, Game On, Honors & Hampers, Squishy Collection and Wooly Socks. Guests will also have an array of new, coveted brands to complete their holiday shopping from at SouthPark. In 2018, the center welcomed Peloton, Trina Turk, Arhaus, Peter Millar, Tommy John, Nespresso and Amazon Pop-Up. Hungry shoppers can also take a break at Bulla Gastrobar and Gusto Farm to Street, which both opened earlier this year.

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Kim Henson and Alara Baltmiskis opened Siela Boutique at 318 S. Main St. in Waxhaw with a local mission to make global change, Photos courtesy of Abby Melrose Photography

Clothing with a conscience Siela Boutique supports fair wages, ethical practices by Karie Simmons karie@cmgweekly.com

WAXHAW – Kim Henson and Alara Baltmiskis, owners of Siela Boutique, are not only new to Waxhaw’s downtown shopping scene, but the concept of their store is something the area hasn’t seen before. It’s based on the idea of clothing with a cause, or conscience, you could say. The longtime friends and former coworkers in the travel industry believe fashion should empower, not exploit; generational poverty can end through dignified jobs, not charity; and consumers can have a stylish wardrobe while also caring for their environment. It all started when Baltmiskis began learning about the negative social and environmental effects of the modern fashion industry and realized there wasn’t anywhere in the greater Charlotte area, or Union County, to shop for ethical clothing. She talked to Henson and they decided to take a risk and open their own store. However, they knew from the beginning they wanted it to be more than just clothes. “We wanted to share our passion to serve others and bring awareness to the waste, pol-

lution and human rights violations in the standard fashion environment,” Baltmiskis said. She explained that today’s consumers are spending less on clothing, but buying more than ever before, and fast fashion is the culprit. People are shopping on impulse, buying apparel that’s made to fall apart, then discarding or donating it after only an average of seven wears. This comes at a huge cost to the environment in the forms of enormous water consumption and pollution, the use and disposal of toxic chemicals and an alarming level of textile waste, Baltmiskis said. Polyester, for example, is the world’s most commonly used fabric. However, Baltmiskis said the cheap, synthetic fiber is petroleum-based, non-biodegradable and its production releases high levels of carbon dioxide emissions. The microplastic fibers that are released when polyester is washed are also bad for our waterways and oceans. Cotton is a natural fiber, but some growers use pesticides and the production process requires a lot of water. It takes over 700 gallons of water to make one cotton T-shirt. Everyone loves a bargain, Henson said, but cheap clothes are usually made by textile factories and garment manufacturers that pay low wages, have limited health care access, unsafe and unsanitary working conditions and forced overtime. And where there is extreme poverty, there is child labor and human trafficking.

“People today are starting to be more conscious about what they eat and put in their body, but nobody really thinks about what they’re wearing or where it comes from,” she said. “You can buy a $4 shirt at Walmart, but how much did it cost to make that shirt? The person who made it probably didn’t make a living wage that day.” “I always say, ‘What’s cheaper than buying a $4 shirt? Not buying a $4 shirt,’” added Baltmiskis. Henson and Baltmiskis opened their store at 318 S. Main St. in September and decided to call it Siela, which is Lithuanian for “soul.” “We kind of feel like we poured our heart and soul into it, so it just made sense,” Henson said. “And the makers pour their soul into their products, too,” Baltmiskis added. The items in the store are made in small batches and made to last by a person making a living wage. Products range from women’s apparel in all sizes, to jewelry, sleepwear, health and beauty, vegan leather bags and stocking stuffers like hair ties and bamboo toothbrushes. They also carry homeware, like salad bowls and tongs made in Kenya out of olive wood. Baltmiskis and Henson source their products from vendors that align with the store’s core values and beliefs. As a result, in-store purchases support fair living wages, safe working conditions and workers’ rights; access to clean water, educational opportunities and health care; the fight against forced labor trafficking and child labor; environmentally sustainable farming and manufacturing processes and the community through donations to local nonprofits. Even the price tags at Siela give back to the

environment. Each recycled, biodegradable card is embedded with a mix of wildflower seeds. Customers simply plant the entire card, add water and sunlight and watch their flowers grow. The women know the concept behind Siela Boutique is different, but they’re looking forward to spreading their message and making a difference. Hopefully, they said, the more people who stop in this holiday shopping season, the bigger the impact. “If you can buy a gift for someone that helps someone you don’t even know, it’s like giving twice,” Henson said. “It’s a gift you can feel good about giving.”

Siela Boutique carries jewelry handmade by artisans making a living wage, as well as ethically sourced clothing and accessories.

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Great finds in downtown Matthews by Andrew Stark andrew@cmgweekly.com

Christmas shopping isn't exclusive to bigbox stores. Downtown Matthews has plenty of stores with unique finds for friends and family on your shopping list. Buffalo Trading Company 100 W. John St., Unit G Born from a small garage in Colorado Springs, the name was built on grit rather than glamour, void of big-dollar marketing campaigns, trendy models showcasing products. Just an honest, word-of-mouth approach that people could trust. That’s the foundation of the leather goods and apparel brand that has a little bit of everything for him and for her. Check out the extensive line of leather goods including wallets, belts and handbags. It also carries ties, cigars, hats, flannel shirts and apparel with a nod to the simpler way of living. Last year, the company launched an impressive line of ladies handbags made only from the finest of leathers. LAM Interior Antiques 159 N. Trade St. LAM Interior is a one-stop shop for all of your design needs, but also has a retail shop with some super cool finds for the holidays. It offers interior design and architecture solutions including space planning, color and finish consultation, custom furniture and upholstery, project management, interior finish selections and design concept development. Browse the retail shop and find contemporary design pieces, a huge selection of candles and furnishings and one-of-a-kind wreaths, lamps, rugs, throws and more.

AAA Collectibles 100 W. John St., Suite F Don’t know what to get the sports fanatic on your shopping list? AAA Collectibles has you covered. The family-run shop has been around for more than two decades and specializes in sports cards dating back to the tobacco cards of the late 1800s. The shop also carries an extensive line of new baseball, football, basketball, soccer and hockey cards that are available in unopened single packs ($3 and up) and unopened boxes ($40 and up). In addition, AAA Collectibles has extensive single-card inventory and carries autographed material including game-worn signed jerseys of Christian McCaffrey, Tom Brady or game-used cleats signed by Cam Newton. Check out its special Carolina Panthers section, too. Trade Street Jewelry 100 W. Trade St., Suite D The finest of watches and jewelry can be repaired at a reasonable price and done with expert craftsmanship in downtown Matthews. Not only can Trade Street Jewelry wow customers with its precise repair work, but the owners have a showcase of rings, watches, necklaces and other fine jewelry for sale in the shop. And the very best part is if you don’t see exactly what you’re looking for, they can make anything to your exact specifications. It’s worth a trip just to get a feel for what’s possible, but the jewelry is handcrafted, durable and affordable. Precious Restorations 315 W. John St., Matthews There isn’t a hipper spot in Matthews or the surrounding area to come across vintage LPs, vinyl and comics but Precious Restorations is much more than that. The family-owned business offers free estimates on its custom pottery, porcelain and painting restoration, but can make anything from ivory and bone

repair to antiques look like new. Also, check out its assortment of war knick knacks, fine arts and antiquities. Precious Restorations also buys anything from vintage clothing to art, postcards, knives and vintage LPs and 45s. Libby & Leaf 100 W. John St., Suite E Situated on the site of the historic AJ William Hotel in the heart of downtown Matthews’s historic district, Libby & Leaf is a prime holiday destination. The shop offers a charming assortment of unique and upscale accessories for the home and garden and unique one-of-a-kind gifts, including Peruvian Salt Lamps, gurgle pots, amethyst and other precious gems and board games. And the little ones are sure to love it, too, with a vast selection of wooden train pieces, toys and something for all ages. The independent retailer also carries “Frozen” figurines and a large line of fragrant candles. Renfrow Hardware 188 N. Trade St. Renfrow Hardware is the historical staple of Matthews, and much of the inside remains unchanged from the old iron furnace that keeps the place warm to the selection of feed, live chickens and even crickets that you just can’t find anywhere else. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly, but just walking in takes you back to a simpler time. The shop has any kind of hardware you could want in addition to its section of local honey, sauces and other interesting treats. They also sell seeds, camping gear, plants and anything else you can think of, including the area’s largest selection of snow sleds. ZABS Place 100 N. Trade St. You can find everything you need for the holidays at ZABS Place and still stay under

The Tickle Me Elmo doll was once the hottest holiday item available, but now is one of many finds at ZABS Place. The thrift store has racks of clothes and walls of purses, shoes and other items for the whole family. Andrew Stark/SCW photo

budget. The thrift store has walls filled with shoes, purses, ties, scarves and racks on racks of clothes for everyone in the whole family. There’s even kid and toddler shoes, clothes and baby furniture, stuffed animals and a dresser of toys for sale. While the deals are aplenty and the browsing is exceptional, ZABS Place offers job skills training, based on the interests and abilities of each helper they foster through employment and employee enrichment programs that are truly unique. Find deals and do it for a great cause at ZABS Place.

Don’t let scammers rob you THINGS TO DO of your money or good cheer Dec. 7

The holiday season can bring out the best of people’s generosity of spirit. Travel, time spent with people we love, and efforts to reach out to help our Stein neighbors in need all enrich our enjoyment. But it’s also a busy time for scammers, who ramp up their efforts to steal your money or your personal or financial information. This holiday season, protect yourself and your finances from holiday scams by taking these precautions. If you’re shopping online or on your phone, watch out for fake websites or apps that look like they belong to a well-known store. These copycat websites and apps often closely resemble the business’s brand or have a URL that’s close to the real thing. Double-check the URL by looking for a lock icon and checking that it starts with “https:”. Only share financial information or make purchases when you’re on a secured WiFi network. If you send financial information over an unsecured WiFi network, it’s more susceptible to hackers. And no matter how you’re shopping, always use a credit card. If there’s an issue, you can dispute the transaction later. When you make an online purchase, watch out for potential delivery scams. Sometimes scammers will send fake emails claiming to provide shipping updates, but the phony links in these emails will ask you to share personal information. Scrutinize these delivery emails closely, and remember that UPS, FedEx and other shippers won’t

ask for personal information via email. Packages that stack up outside your front door or porch are an easy steal for porch poachers. Track your packages so you know when they’ll arrive and can ensure they are delivered safely. Consider opting for deliveries that require a signature, or ask a neighbor to collect your packages if you’re not around. If you plan to be out of town but expect deliveries, consider having your mail held at the post office until you get back. Charitable donations also increase during the holidays, when the spirit of goodwill is in full swing. But you want to make sure that your donation is going to help reputable charities, not to line criminals’ pockets, so do your research before giving. Watch out for charities with phony names that sound a lot like recognizable charities. Give to charities you are personally familiar with or that operate in your local community. You can find more tips about donating to charity and resources to research charities at ncdoj.gov/charity. For more information on common holiday scams and how to avoid them, visit www.ncdoj.gov/dontgettaken. And if you think you or someone you know has been the victim of a scam, file a complaint with my office’s Consumer Protection Division at http://ncdoj.gov/complaint or by phone at 1-877-5-NO-SCAM. The holiday season is a special time of year. I pray yours is safe and happy. Josh Stein serves as attorney general for North Carolina.

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Celebrity Signing Dale Earnhardt Jr. signs copies of his book, “Racing to the Finish: My Story” at Barnes & Noble's Arboretum location. The store is distributing wristbands at 9 a.m. Dec. 7 for the event. People must buy a copy of the book to get a wristband. Call 704-3419365 for details. 11 a.m.; 3327 Pineville-Matthews Road Animal Tracks Join Discovery Place Nature to learn about animal tracks and make your very own prints to take home. Admission costs $8 (free for members and children younger than 2). Call 704-372-6261, ext. 300 for details.

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Paws to Read Children read to a volunteer therapy dog at South County Regional Library. Register in advance. Call 704416-6600 for details. 2 to 3 p.m.; 5801 Rea Road Author Event Joan Barasovska talks about her latest book, “Birthing Age” at Park Road Books. Call 704-525-9239 2 to 4 p.m.; 4139 Park Road

Dec. 8 & 15

Design Workshops Join Discovery Place Science’s Thinker Space makers for a free design workshop. Guests will learn how to use various tools to create different forms, shapes and creations. Participants must be a minimum of 8 years old. Admission costs $17 for adults (ages 14-59); $13 for children (ages 2-13); $15 for seniors (ages 60+); and free for members and children younger than 2. Call 704-372-6261, ext. 300 for details. 10 to 11 a.m.; 301 N. Tryon St.

Dec. 9

Church Concert Calvary Church presents “He Is Worthy,” a musical celebration of the birth of our Savior. The concert will feature more than 300 musicians. Visit www.calvarychurch.com/christmas or call 704-543-1200 for details. 9:45 a.m. & 6 p.m.; 5801 Pineville-Matthews Road Disney Junior Families celebrate the season with festive activities inspired by Disney Junior characters during a holiday-themed Disney Junior Play Date at SouthPark Mall. The event doesn't include live character appearances. 1 to 3 p.m.; 4400 Sharon Road

Dec. 10

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Business Afterhours The Charlotte Chamber of Commerce's South Chapter celebrates the holidays during a Brews & Bites social at Legion Brewing SouthPark. This business after hours event is free for members and $40 for others. Call 704-378-1300 to register. 5:30 to 7 p.m.; 5610 Carnegie Blvd.

Dec. 11

Poinsettia Sale Charlotte Southern Lions Club holds its annual poinsettia flower sale at the Wells Fargo atrium. The group can accommodate people who want to pay with a credit card. 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; 401 S. Tryon St. AARP Program AARP presents a Finance 50+ program to help senior citizens take control of their finances. Registration is required. Call 704-416-6600, option #4 to register. 6 to 7:30 p.m.; 5801 Rea Road

Dec. 12

Holiday Celebration Waverly hosts a series of holiday events that include music, shopping, sweet treats and visits from Santa, as well as Elsa and Anna from “Disney's Frozen,” at The Terrace. 106.5 WEND will broadcast live and play holiday favorites. Waverly will raffle off a $100 restaurant gift card and collect new, unwrapped toys and shoes for Kids First of the Carolinas. 5 to 7:30 p.m.; Providence and Ardrey Kell roads Home Brewing Brian Trippodo and Dylan Manion talk about home brewing in Science of Home Brewing at South County Regional Library. Register in advance. Call 704-416-6600 for details. 6 p.m.; 5801 Rea Road Cougar Bands Charlotte Catholic High School Cougar Bands present A Christmas Celebration at St. Gabriel's Catholic Church. 7 p.m.; 3016 Providence Road

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