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MATTHEWS – N.C. Sen. Dan Bishop was in an upbeat mood around lunchtime May 14 as the Republican 9th District congressional candidate greeted primary voters at Elizabeth Lane Elementary School. Bishop was confident about his chances of getting at least 30% of the vote to avoid a runoff in the 10-candidate race as just about every voter he greeted seemed to be a sup-

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Above: Jonathan Stewart takes a break from signing autographs at Pineville’s new Dick’s Sporting Goods on May 12. Below: Panther fans, from left, Tiawonna Williams, Justin Williams and Fred Williams pose outside of Dick’s with their autographed Jonathan Stewart photo. Justin is a 7-year-old Carolina fan who goes to Elon Park Elementary. The 100,000-square-foot store has a lot of Carolina Panthers gear. Andrew Stark/SCW photos

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PINEVILLE – Former Carolina Panthers running back Jonathan Stewart was on hand as part of the grand opening of the new Dick's Sporting Goods and Golf Galaxy store at Carolina Place Mall. Stewart took part in a three-day grand opening that included former Panthers teammate Thomas Davis, as well as product giveaways. Stewart signed autographs at the store from 1-3 p.m. May 12, greeting each guest with a handshake and smile. He asked children where they attended school and spent a couple of minutes with each autograph-seeker. When it came time for the signing,

Stewart had multiple colored Sharpie markers to sign whatever fans brought including helmets, balls, trading cards, posters, the standard picture provided and even one fan’s cast. Stewart signed a one-day contract April 23 to retire with the Carolina Panthers, the team that took him with the No. 13 overall pick in the 2008 NFL Draft. In 10 seasons with Carolina, Stewart ran for a franchise record 7,318 yards and 53 touchdowns. Stewart spent 2018 with the New York Giants, but rushed just six times for 17 yards in three games played before landing on the season-ending injured reserve list.

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CHARLOTTE – Construction of a landmark mixed-use project at 13146 Ballantyne Corporate Place is underway in Ballantyne, Northwood Office announced. The project consists of a 328,000-square-foot, 11-story office building, with plans to add a luxury apartment tower in partnership with Northwood Ravin. “We have a long-term commitment to investing in Charlotte, and we’re excited to break ground on our first project as Northwood in Ballantyne,” said Marshall Nevins, managing director at Northwood Investors. “Ballantyne is already such a successful community, and we have put careful thought into creating an inspiring work environment that addresses future needs for attracting and retaining top talent.” The office portion is expected to deliver by the first quarter of 2021. The property will feature 10 stories of office space with an expanded footprint of 32,000- square-foot floor plates. The top level will be an amenity floor, featuring a rooftop terrace with open and covered areas furnished with tables, seating, a fire pit, see DEVELOPMENT, Page 2A

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CHARLOTTE – Late-season runs are becoming the norm for the Myers Park soccer program under the direction of longtime coach Bucky McCarley. This fall, the girls team is following suit. The Mustangs improved to 17-0-2 on May 13, defeating rival Ardrey Kell 2-0 to advance to the third round of the playoffs. But judging from recent memory, that looked like just the beginning before the magic ran out in a heartbreaking 1-0 loss to Page in the third round on May 15. McCarley started the run last spring, leading his always-good Mustang program to the cusp of their first title. Making their first-ever title

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Myers Park all-region defender Megan Frost wins the ball from two Ardrey Kell attackers. Frost, who is a Stanford field hockey commit, is a big reason the Mustangs allowed just one goal over a two-month stand. Andrew Stark/SCW photo

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12-foot ceilings. Other floors will have 10-foot ceilings. The 10th floor will have a 700-square-foot covered balcony with a vista of Charlotte’s skyline. Retail amenities are planned for the main level. The project will offer structured and surface parking at a ratio of four spaces per 1,000 square feet. “This project encompasses several firsts for Ballantyne – larger floorplates, increased ceiling heights, an amenity floor with programmable space and planned residential,” said John Barton, president of Northwood Office. “These features all contribute to elevating the workplace experience.”

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Register for Alzheimer's walk CHARLOTTE – Registration is open for the 2019 Walk to End Alzheimer’s. The event takes place Nov. 2 at BB&T Ballpark, 324 S. Mint St. Check-in opens at 9 a.m. The walk starts at 10:30 a.m. Sharon Towers sponsors the event. The goal is to raise $740,000. Participants will complete a two-mile walk, pay tribute to those affected by the disease and learn about advocacy opportunities, clinical studies enrollment and support programs. “Our walks are a wonderful opportunity for everyone to come together to help end this disease and to raise critically need funds for Alzheimer’s research and local support services,” said Katherine Lambert, CEO of The Alzheimer’s Association – Western Carolina Chapter. Visit http://act.alz.org/Charlotte or call 800-272-3900 to sign up as a walker or team captain.

Foxcroft Wine, Tiff’s Treats join Waverly in summer CHARLOTTE – Foxcroft Wine Co. and Tiff’s Treats, a warm cookie delivery concept, have signed leases at Waverly. Boasting a rotating selection of more than 5,000 bottles from around the world, Foxcroft Wine serves more than 40 wines by the glass. Customers can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere and comforting cuisine sourced from local farmers. Expected to open in late summer, the 3,997-square-foot location will be the fourth for owner Conrad Hunter. Tiff’s Treats makes and delivers baked-toorder cookies and brownies straight. Customers can place an order for pick-up, delivery or gift delivery by visiting www.cookiedelivery. com. The 1,793-square-foot store will open mid-summer.

Atrium Health Pineville celebrates national ranking CHARLOTTE – Atrium Health Pineville’s Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute teams gathered May 2 to celebrate being named one of the nation’s 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals by IBM Watson Health. “With a growing population, we understand the importance of offering personalized, expert care close to home and are honored to be recognized,” said Chris Hummer, president of Atrium Health Pineville. This is the second time that Atrium Health’s cardiovascular teams have been recognized with this honor. “At Atrium Health Pineville, we offer the most advanced techniques in cardiovascular care and do so with exceptional outcomes,” said Dr. Geoffrey Rose, president of Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute.

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CHARLOTTE – Calvary Church will celebrate 80 years in ministry with a morning worship service and evening concert May 19 dedicated to “Celebrating God’s Faithfulness.” The morning service at 9:45 a.m. will feature worship led by Calvary’s Choir and Orchestra and a special message by Pastor Munro. The evening service at 6 p.m. will be a special worship concert presented by the Calvary adult and student choirs, orchestra and band. The

CHARLOTTE – Brixx Wood Fired Pizza will donate all kid’s meal sales from May 20 to 26 to the Isabella Santos Foundation, which serves the families of children with rare pediatric cancer. The campaign spans May 20 to 26 at the Birkdale Village, Blakeney, Dilworth, Foxcroft, Uptown and Fort Mill locations. “The Isabella Santos Foundation is a unique one, because its proceeds are donated to medical research and treatment that would otherwise go largely underfunded,” said Barbara Morgan, partner and chief financial officer for the restaurant. Visit www.brixxpizza.com for details.

Redevelopment site trades for $8 million CHARLOTTE – Marcus & Millichap, a leading commercial real estate investment services firm with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada, announced the sale of the Melrose Place Apartments to a North Carolina investor for $8 million. Melrose Place, across from Park Road Shopping Center, is positioned next to the intersection of Park and Woodlawn roads. This site is exposed to 30,000 vehicles per day on Woodlawn and 29,000 vehicles per day on Park. The new owner plans to capitalize on the growing demand in the SouthPark market, according to Marcus & Millichap.

Buy tickets for Ballantyne Business Bash CHARLOTTE – The Charlotte Regional Business Alliance's Ballantyne Chapter will celebrate the start of summer with the Ballantyne Business Bash. The outdoor event combines business networking with samples from restaurants. It takes place 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. June 6 at the Ballantyne Brixham Tent, 15801 Brixham Hill Ave. Tickets cost $10 online and $15 at the door. Call 704-378-1351 for details.

Novant Health hires chief marketing officer WINSTON-SALEM – Novant Health has hired Vicky Free as the new senior vice president and chief marketing officer. Free, who has worked over 25 years in marketing and brand management, will lead the strateFree gic direction of the healthcare system's marketing activities. “She brings a strong background in leading successful marketing campaigns for global organizations that will help Novant Health develop insightful and compelling campaigns that demonstrate our commitment to remarkable patient care,” said Jesse Cureton, chief consumer officer for Novant Health. She most recently served as senior vice president of global brand strategy, marketing and creative for Disney/ABC International.

Flannery named city's chief financial officer CHARLOTTE – Kelly Flannery will start as chief financial officer for the City of Charlotte on June 10. Flannery will oversee the accounting of all funds, totaling $2.6 billion. “Kelly brings a track record Flannery of principled financial discipline and success,” City Manager Marcus Jones said. Flannery has spent the past 11 years with the City of Chicago, the last three as deputy CFO.

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Stony Rushing, who finished second with 20 percent of the vote. Former Mecklenburg County Commissioner Matthew Ridenhour was third with 17% of the vote. Bishop will face Democrat Dan McCready in the Sept. 10 general election, which is the same date as the municipal Republican and Democratic primaries in Charlotte. Minutes after declaring victory in front of supporters at a south Charlotte restaurant, Bishop set his sights on the Democratic nominee. “Voters in the 9th District deserve a clear choice, and we are going to give them one,” Bishop said. “We have work to do. I heard every day and at the polls today was no different, the people are astonished and amazed and dismayed at what they see coming out of Washington these days from the liberal crazy clowns. Socialism, open borders, infanticide, 90% tax rates, having prison inmates vote and it could go on and on. It is something new every day. And wrong Dan McCready went through two elections without telling anyone where he stood on any issue.’’ The special election was called after last November’s election was invalidated by the North Carolina Board of Elections after alleged absentee ballot fraud emerged in Bladen County on behalf of then-GOP candidate Mark Harris. Harris endorsed the call for a new election but did not run in the primary, citing health issues. Democrats also wasted no time in focusing on the September general election. “As a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, clean energy entrepreneur and a job creator, Dan McCready is ready to get to work serving North Carolina in Congress,” said Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee Chairwomen Cheri Bustos, who is a Congresswoman from Illinois. “Rampant Republican election fraud robbed thousands of North Carolinians of the right to vote that Dan McCready fought to defend in uniform. Dan McCready’s record of service and his commitment to fighting for lower health care costs and better job opportunities for North Carolina is why he’s clearly the best candidate in this race.”

Alexander Fultz was recognized recently at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History for creating a nonprofit that has donated thousands of toys and clothing items to hospitals in several states. Photo courtesy of National Association of Secondary School Principals

13-year-old recognized nationally for giving back N.C. Sen. Dan Bishop talks with a voter at Elizabeth Lane Elementary School. Paul Nielsen/SCW photo

McCready was unopposed in the Democratic Primary and he will enter the general election campaign with a sizable war chest in a race that is expected to draw national attention and millions of dollars in outside campaign spending. Since declaring for the special election, McCready has raised $2 million and had $1.6 million on hand at the end of the April, according to Federal Election Commission reports. Bishop raised $505,000, including a $250,000 loan from himself, and had $184,000 on hand as of the April 24 FEC report, but fellow Republicans said the nominee will have sufficient resources to compete with McCready. Former Union County Republican Party Chairman Dan Barry, who endorsed Bishop in the primary, said the Republican nominee will have no problem raising the money to run a competitive campaign. “Dan Bishop had a really strong showing (in the primary),” Barry said. “I think it is fantastic that we don’t have a runoff and I am looking forward to the race between Dan McCready, no stand Dan, and Dan Bishop. This is a conservative district, this is a Republican seat and I think we will do very well.” Jeff Scott, a Charlotte Libertarian, and Allen Smith, a Charlotte Green Party member, are also in the congressional race.

PINEVILLE – While visiting his 1-year-old brother in the hospital eight years ago, Alexander Fultz was shocked to learn that most of the other kids there were too sick to go home for the holidays. “My favorite holiday was Christmas, so I thought of providing things to children in the hospital so they could have a happy Christmas,” he said. In the beginning, he used his allowance and birthday money to buy a couple of toys and brought them to Levine Children’s Hospital in Charlotte. He later established a nonprofit, Alexander’s Toy Trunk Inc., and began raising money to provide more and more gifts to young patients. He has set up stands to sell hot cocoa, cider, doughnuts, lemonade and cookies; spoken in front of classrooms to facilitate school collection drives; and formed partnerships with local businesses. He has also provided, at minimum, an outfit, a blanket, multiple books, a toy and a handmade cap to every infant in the neonatal

intensive care units of several hospitals. Over time, he has donated thousands of toys and clothing items to hospitals in several states. And his deeds have not gone unnoticed. Alexander, an eighth-grader at Metrolina Regional Scholars Academy, was recently named one of America’s top 10 youth volunteers of 2019 by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. More than 29,000 youth were considered for the honor. He received $5,000, an engraved gold medallion, a crystal trophy for his school, and a $5,000 grant from The Prudential Foundation for a charity of his choice. The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards is a national youth recognition program sponsored by Prudential Financial in partnership with the National Association of Secondary School Principals. “These students have not only done important work in support of people in need – they’ve also shown their peers that young people can, and do, create meaningful change,” said Christine Handy, president of NASSP.

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Pink to Drink puts spotlight on cancer fight CHARLOTTE – The 24 Foundation encourages the community to help turn Lower South End into a sea of pink for the sixth annual Pink to Drink cancer fundraiser. Since 2014, Pink to Drink participants and sponsors have raised tens of thousands of dollars, including more than $37,000 last year, to make an impact on those living with cancer and to celebrate survivorship. The event takes place 6 to 9 p.m. May 30 at Sugar Creek Brewing Company (215 Southside Drive), Broken Spoke (227 Southside Drive) and The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery (4150 Yancey Road). It features live music, fresh beer and food. Tickets cost $40. Buy them at www.pink-todrink.com. Proceeds from the event, silent auction and raffle will benefit 24 Foundation’s signature fundraiser, the 18th annual 24 Hours of Booty presented by Levine Cancer Institute on July 26 to 27 in Myers Park.

Hosted by three 24 Hours of Booty teams – Team LIBSTRONG/ Drew’s Crew, Team Reeb and Bulls & Bankers – Pink to Drink is one of 24 Foundation’s largest fundraisers. “Hats off to these three amazing teams for going and beyond in hosting this fantastic and fun-filled event that is one of our favorite spring traditions,” said Katy Ryan, executive director of 24 Foundation. “We appreciate the community coming together to make a huge splash of pink and to help change the course of cancer.” Guests are encouraged to wear pink in memory of Libby Jones. Josh Jones, Libby's father and captain of Team LIBSTRONG, describes the fundraiser as one of the best block parties in Charlotte. “It means so much to see so many people wearing pink in memory of Libby and coming out to support the incredible work the 24 Foundation is doing for our local cancer community,” Jones said.

Tyler Hamm, a 2016 Ardrey Kell graduate, loved gourmet cooking and snowboarding. Photo courtesy of Central Piedmont Community College

Scholarship honors life of Ardrey Kell grad who died doing what he loved CHARLOTTE – Wray Ward, a marketing communications firm, will fund a scholarship at Central Piedmont Community College in memory of a former student who died in a snowboarding accident. The Tyler H. Hamm Culinary Scholarship will foster the development of aspiring culinary arts professionals enrolled at Central Piedmont. Tyler was the elder son of public relations lead and longtime Wray Ward employee Tracy Hamm. “Tyler lived life to the fullest and only knew one direction – forward,” Tracy Hamm said. “By supporting young culinary talent, this scholarship will celebrate our son’s chosen career path, his love for cooking and his passion for life.”

Tyler, a 2016 Ardrey Kell High School graduate, discovered his love for culinary arts as a Central Piedmont student. Following his spirit of adventure, Tyler began his culinary career at Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge in Talkeetna, Alaska. Other positions in Alaska and Aspen, Colorado, followed over the next two years. In fall 2018, Tyler joined the staff of Lynn Britt Cabin in Aspen’s Snowmass Village. On Feb. 10, the aspiring chef, whose love for gourmet cooking and snowboarding led him to call Aspen home, died in a snowboarding accident. “Tyler shared his father’s kind heart and zest for life,” said Jennifer Appleby, president of Wray Ward. “His fearlessness on and off the slopes will serve as

an inspiration to each of us to think bigger and more boldly, and Wray Ward is proud to be a small part of that legacy by helping other aspiring chefs follow their passion and chase their dream.” The Hamms will interview candidates identified by the Central Piedmont Foundation’s scholarship committee. Call the foundation at 704330-6869 to learn more about the program, which starts 2019-20. “This scholarship will honor Tyler’s memory and celebrate his passion for life, joy of cooking and career path in the culinary arts,” said Kandi Deitemeyer, Central Piedmont president. “We are grateful for and humbled by the Hamm family’s decision to have Tyler honored in this way.”

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Playoff push coming to an end, but many area teams still alive CHARLOTTE – The NCHSAA playoffs are in the fourth round for most sports, with May 17 deciding which teams make it to their sport’s Final Four. Others are holding their championships May 18 around the state. Meanwhile, the NCISAA brackets are set with their championship matches, some of which will take place in Charlotte. There are more than a handful of teams vying for titles in nearly every sport. Other sports, like individual tennis and golf, are already over. There have already been state champions crowned, such as golf teams Charlotte Catholic and Myers Park and Myers Park senior tennis star Mark Dillon, who won the 4A singles title and is leading the Mustangs in the dual team final this weekend. In addition, both the NCISAA and NCHSAA will hold their various state meets throughout the state. So if it gets a little bit confusing, here’s a guide to all of the action with who’s in and who’s out of the postseason. (All times as listed on Maxpreps.com).

Charlotte Latin’s defense is a big reason why the girls lacrosse team is in the NCISAA final on Saturday. The Hawks will host Ravenscroft at 11 a.m. May 18 for the title. Andrew Stark/SCW photo May 17, not listed NCISAA (round 3) 4A: Metrolina Christian (9-8, No. 7 seed) at Wake Christian (12-4, No. 3 seed); May 17, noon

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Baseball NCHSAA fourth round 4A: Mooresville (19-9, No. 11 seed) at Providence (29-3, No. 2 seed); May 17, 6:30 p.m. 3A: Marvin Ridge (23-5, No. 10 seed) at Alexander Central (23-7, No. 3 seed); May 17, 7 p.m. 1A: Uwharrie Charter (21-5, No. 10 seed) at Queens Grant (19-7, No. 6 seed); May 17, 5 p.m. NCISAA championships* (NCISAA baseball finals are best-of-three series) 3A: Carmel Christian (11-9, No. 2 seed) at High Point Christian (23-4, No. 1 seed); May 17-18 4A: Charlotte Christian (25-6, No. 2 seed) at Wesleyan Christian (16-4, No. 1 seed); May 17-18

Softball NCHSAA fourth round 4A: Providence (18-5, No. 9 seed) at South Caldwell (20-3, No. 5 seed); May 17, not listed North Buncombe (20-4, No.5 seed) at Marvin Ridge (18-3, No. 1 seed);

NCHSAA fourth round 3A: Northern Guilford (19-1, No. 5 seed) at Marvin Ridge (21-3, No. 1 seed); May 17, 7 p.m. 3A: Cuthbertson (14-6 , No. 18 seed) at TC Roberson (21-4, No. 3 seed); May 17. 7 p.m. 1A: Polk County (13-5, No. 5 seed) at Union Academy (20-0 , No. 1 seed); May 17, 6 p.m. NCISAA championship Providence Day (16-3-1, No. 2 seed) at Charlotte Latin (17-3-1, No. 1 seed); May 18, 1:30 p.m.

Boys Lacrosse NCHSAA championship 1A/2A/3A:* (at WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary) Chapel Hill (16-3, No. 2 seed) vs. Weddington (15-1, No. 1 seed): May 17, 7 p.m. NCHSAA 4A championship: * (at WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary) Cardinal Gibbons (17-4, East No. 1 seed) vs. Ardrey Kell (20-2, West No. 1 seed); May 18, 11 a.m. NCISAA championship

Country Day (19-5, No. 3 seed) at Christ School (20-2, No. 1 seed); May 18, 1 p.m.

Girls Lacrosse NCHSAA championship: * (at WakeMed Soccer Park, Cary) 1A/2A/3A/4A: Charlotte Catholic (17-4, No. 2 seed) vs. Cardinal Gibbons (17-3, No. 1 seed): May 18, 2 p.m. NCISAA championship: Ravenscroft (18-1, No. 2 seed) at Charlotte Latin (17-4, No. 1 seed); May 18, 11 a.m.

Boys Tennis NCHSAA championships:* Burlington Tennis Center, in Cary 4A: Green Hope (13-0, East No. 1 seed) vs. Myers Park (18-3, West No. 1 seed); May 18, 8:30 a.m. 3A: Clayton (18-0, East No. 1 seed) vs. Marvin Ridge (18-3, West No. 1 seed) NCISAA championship: *(at Salem Academy) Division II: Cape Fear Academy (133, No. 2 seed) at Carmel Christian (162, No. 1 seed); May 18, 10 a.m. Division III championship: *(at Salem Academy) Greensboro Day (20-1, No. 2 seed) vs. Country Day (18-2, No. 1 seed); May 18, 1:30 p.m.

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great communication, which has been a big part. We have all upperclassmen and two sophomores stepping in and playing with that mentality.” McCarley said Frost was a big part of the defense, which played mostly with just three defenders back and focused more on their offensive attack. “The back three and the two center holding mids that we play with are the reason our defense has been good, and Megan Frost is phenomenal,” McCarley said. “She’s been starting for four years back there and if you don’t have a girl like Megan Frost then you can’t play three in the back like we do. She does a fantastic job ... She’s always cool, calm and collected. She makes it easy to play that kind of soccer because we’re so confident in the back line.” But Frost isn’t the only contributor to a defense that allowed eight goals all season and just two since the middle of March. Junior Morgan Smiley and senior Shelby Caldwell have made a seamless transition into the starting role replacing all-state defender Hailey Godwin. But McCarley is sure to not get caught up on just his three players who start on defense – along with junior goalkeeper Charlotte Butler – because in essence it’s everyone’s job to contribute to the shutout. “It’s an absolute norm of our program that everyone defends,” he said. “(Against Ardrey Kell) you have Agatha Mitchum, who’s playing attacking center mid, chase a girl down the last three minutes of the game forcing them to have a deep throw. She has to be exhausted. We ask all 11 to defend, and I think that’s why we’ve given up a reduced number of goals.” With the defense holding opponents in check, it’s the offense’s job to put the Mustangs

comfortably ahead. In the win over Ardrey Kell, the Mustangs were up against a defense that had allowed just one goal in their last 10 games, but 20 minutes in, Myers Park was already up 2-0 after senior all-region Charlotte 49ers commit Ariana Maibodi scored on a rocket shot past the keeper and later off a header on a set piece. “Once we get one we know we can get more,” Maibodi said. “It builds the excitement, it builds the momentum and we know that we can do it.” Maibodi leads the team with 35 goals, but seniors Mitchem (15 goals and eight assists) and Amanda Stines (12 goals and team-high 11 assists) have teamed with sophomores Caileen Almeida and Charlotte Catholic transfer Caroline Pulliam, who each have 10 goals on the season, to form a very dynamic attack that is averaging 5.8 goals per game, a whole goal more than last season’s regional champion. “The way we’re set up, we’re putting people forward and we’re committed to scoring goals,” McCarley said. “We’re also committed to getting a shutout, but we’re a bit more committed to attacking than we have been in the past and we scored a lot of goals last season.” Frost said last season’s title game was the first time the Mustangs had ever trailed last season, but they proved they can come back this year. “It’s definitely pushing us because last year we should have won that game and we know we should have,” she said. “It’s giving us the mindset of, ‘Everybody work together, give it blood sweat and tears and we’ll get there.’” Unfortunately for the Mustangs, their luck ran out in the 1-0 loss to Page. Tatum Neff scored for the Pirates in the first half, and that was enough for a Page defense that’s now allowed just two goals over its previous 12 games.

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crolling through @eatdrinkclt on Instagram will make you hungry for burgers, pizza, sushi and fries. It’ll also make you want a margarita from Pacos Tacos and Tequila, a tuna melt from The Common Market and a slice of Ooey Gooey Butter Cake from Firebirds Wood Fired Grill. Is your stomach rumbling yet? The account was created by 27-year-old Allie Papajohn, a self-taught Instagrammer with a degree in journalism and public relations from the University of South Carolina. In addition to running @eatdrinkclt, she also works full time in marketing at Bojangles’ corporate office. Papajohn started the account when she moved to Charlotte in November 2014. As she ate her way around the city’s booming restaurant scene, she snapped pictures of everything she tried. She didn’t want to post them on her personal Instagram, so she made a separate account just for food and drinks and, at the time, just for fun. Fast forward four and a half years and @eatdrinkclt now boasts over 47,000 followers. It’s one of the most-followed food and drink accounts in the area, and restaurants all around the Queen City (and beyond) are flooding Papajohn’s inbox asking her for coverage. I recently sat down with Papajohn at Amélie’s French Bakery & Café in Carmel Commons (7715 Pineville-Matthews Road) to preview its summer menu and pick her brain about life as an Instagrammer.

When did you notice you were gaining a lot of followers? After I hit 1,000 or 2,000 followers, that’s when it started growing really fast. I remember one day hitting 10,000 and I was just like, how did that happen? Honestly, it was unintentional. I was always posting, always trying to engage, always liking other people’s photos. So I think it was partly being on there so consistently and partly because there weren’t many food Instagrams to follow when I started. Being on there consistently has been huge. I’ve never stopped in four years. I’ve never taken a week off. I’ve barely even taken three days off of posting.

What sets @eatdrinkclt apart? I only post food. I don’t post any lifestyle shots or photos of me, so when you follow, I think you know what you’re getting. You’re not going to see me posing on a wall because I don’t do fashion. I don’t do fitness. It’s just strictly food. There aren’t as many accounts that are just strictly food, which is not a bad thing, but if you just want to look at food, you can follow me for that.

From a personal standpoint, does the work to maintain the account and the pressure to always be posting ever get to you? Absolutely. Having a full-time job makes it really hard to get everything in. Obviously, a couple years ago, this was much easier to handle, but now that it’s turned into kind of a side business … I fill up almost every night of the week with something, and if I’m not doing something, it’s because I said no and just wanted to go home after work. I’ve made it work, but it’s certainly getting exhausting sometimes. I always say if I didn’t love it I wouldn’t do it anymore, and so far I have not wanted to stop.

Why do you love it? I love eating, first and foremost. I like exploring new food. I don’t have a picky bone in my body when it comes to food. Oh, macaroons! (Joannah Long, Amélie's marketing manager, had just placed a colorful plate of macaroons on the table). Being a resource when people ask me or send me messages like, where should I get this? Where should I go for this? What part of town? I love answering those messages. A lot of times, off the top of my head, I know where to get what you asked for. I think that’s a huge part of it for me, just being able to help people in Charlotte when they’re looking for stuff, especially since there are new restaurants every five minutes. see EATDRINKCLT, Page 2B

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Have you noticed any drawbacks? Just how social media works, like algorithms. One minute you will post something that does super well and a ton of people see it, and the next day you’ll post something that looks just as good and get half the engagement on it. That’s tough when you start charging because you might charge a restaurant to post a burger and then you post it and it does terrible. Then the next night, you post something you just ate on your own and it does great. So, it’s frustrating when someone is paying you because you obviously want the best results for them.

When did you start charging restaurants for Instagram posts? Basically January 2018. I was honestly terrified to start monetizing, which is one reason I waited so long to do it. I felt guilty at the thought of charging restaurants when they were already offering free meals, but when I sat back and looked at how much time and money (gas/tips/etc.) I was spending on this, I knew I needed to make the jump. A few of my friends in this space encouraged me and kind of coached me through it, and I’m super thankful for that. I also had support from restaurant owners that I was already basically working with, and that made it all seem less scary, too.

Do you really eat all of the food you post?

I don’t cook. I’m either going out to eat or eating leftovers from something that week. I have leftovers from three different places in my fridge this week. It’s ridiculous. Everything you see, I’ve either eaten the whole thing or a bite of it. So I can say that I can vouch for all of the food and I’ve actually tried it. Which is good because why would you post something you can’t stand behind or wouldn’t recommend to somebody?

What are the keys to a good Instagram post?

Making sure the photo is clear, not blurry, trying not to over filter anything. I actually

Allie Papajohn, 27, photographs new menu items at Amélie’s French Bakery & Café in Carmel Commons for her Instagram account @eatdrinkclt. Karie Simmmons/SCW photos

used to use filters for a long time and now I edit in an app called Snapseed. Then I put it in Instagram and will sometimes brighten, always sharpen and then I’ll add a slight filter only rarely now. I go for the good lighting so I don’t have to do that anymore. Hashtags really do help. I stopped for a while and I feel like when I added them back in, it was huge. Caption-wise, I think just being yourself and giving people more information than just: here’s a burger, enjoy. Talk about what’s in it, what you had and what the experience was like.

How has your content evolved since you started this account? I go back and look at my old pictures all the time just to laugh at them. I’ve gotten way better at photography. I always enjoyed it but was never great at it. Now I feel like I have some skill in that area. Phone develop-

ments have helped. When I started, I had an iPhone 4, so the camera quality has gotten better since then. I’ve just had so much practice. I seriously take a food photo every day, whether it’s for work or for this. Inspiration, too. Following other people and seeing what they do and what works for them has been really helpful. I’m always learning.

What’s keeping you from making Instagram your full-time job? I think just being insecure about it lasting. I don’t want to get to a point where Instagram is irrelevant, which it very much could be in a year. I do write for Charlotte Agenda, Scoop Charlotte and some other freelance opportunities now that bring in money. The key would be to have all those other things bringing in income, too. I would never just rely on my Instagram because you never know what

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Discovery Place Science holds ‘Game of Thrones’-themed event CHARLOTTE – Discovery Place Science will celebrate all things “Game of Thrones” during Science on the Rocks. Guests 21-and-older can enjoy specialty food and drinks, including House of Targaryen chocolate rum truffles, a White Walker cocktail and Jon Snowballs mini donuts. Visitors can try their hand at archery with menacing characters as targets. They’ll also protect Bran in a “hold the door” tug-of-war challenge and defend the Night’s Watch with a catapult at The Wall. The event takes place 5 to 9 p.m. May 17 at Discovery Place Science. Tickets cost $14 at the door. Visit www.science.discoveryplace.org for details.

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Charlotte Pride Band closing season with concert CHARLOTTE – The Charlotte Pride Band will close its season with a Spring Fling concert. The concert presents work by George Gershwin (“Porgy and Bess”), Karl King (“Barnum and Bailey’s Favorite”), Joseph Wilcox Jenkins (“American Overture for Band”), Gustav Holst (“First Suite in E-flat”) and Steven Bryant (“Suite Dreams”). The concert starts at 5 p.m. May 18 at UNC Charlotte’s Rowe Recital Hall, 9119 University Road. Tickets cost $15. Buy them at the door or at www.charlotteprideband.org/!tickets/. Under the artistic direction of John Stanley Ross, the band has 50 members drawn from the region’s LGBTQI community and ally supporters.

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CHARLOTTE – “Work It,” took the top prize in WFAE’s Queen City PodQuest to find Charlotte’s next great podcast. “Work It” looks at people’s work – how work shapes their lives and their views of the world. As the winning creators, Stephanie Hale, Jill Bjers and Kevin Young received a cash prize of $1,000 and the opportunity to work with WFAE to develop their idea into a six- to eight-episode series. “We’re excited to have an opportunity to help create this podcast with the ‘Work It’ team,” said Ju-Don Marshall, WFAE’s chief content officer. “They have a passion for storytelling and connecting people that is evident when you talk to them. They have expressed their commitment to finding the untold stories of Charlotte workers from all walks of life.” The “Next Door Docs” podcast by emergency room physicians Sean Fox and Bryant Allen was the second-place winner and fan favorite. Fox and Allen won a $700 cash prize for their idea and another $500 for being the fan favorite. “Choose Your Own Adventure” by Darryl Mansel, Lesley Elsworth, Jermone Jackson and Brian Martin was the third-place winner and received $500. The other podcast finalists honored at the finale

CHARLOTTE – Imagine a place where the line between reality and fantasy frays. One moment you feel grounded, but the next you suspect a place more enchanted. This is the late1990s Charlotte landscape Bill Becker wanders through in George Hovis’ debut novel, “The Skin ArtHovis ist.” Atlanta-based publisher SFK Press will release the novel this month. “I grew up in rural North Carolina and then left home to work in the ‘big city’ of Charlotte. That dislocation was both exciting and worrisome to me,” Hovis said. “Deep down I feared I was doing irrevocable damage to my ‘soul,’ and yet I felt helpless to resist modernity’s charms.” With explosive city growth and the rising popularity of tattoo culture as a backdrop, ‘The Skin Artist’ has a canvas to dance characters across. “Bill’s journey is one that grapples

The team behind “Work It” consists of Kevin Young, Jill Bjers and Stephanie Hale. Daniel Coston/WFAE

event were “Bicycling in the Queen City and Beyond” by Ann Groninger and Jeff Viscount, and “Teachable Moments” by Jennifer Chaffman and Sara Behnke. All teams were given a one-year subscription to the Hindenberg editing software, a one-year membership to the Association of Independents in Radio and a Yeti microphone by Blue Microphone. “Although we could only produce one of the hundreds of great podcasts ideas we received, WFAE is committed to providing access to resources to help the podcast community grow,” Marshall added. “We believe that everyone has a story worth telling, and podcasting is one way to empower more people in this community to tell those stories.”

with grief, addiction, displacement and a lost sense of self – the times when we feel the fabric of reality begin to tear,” Publisher Steve McCondichie said. “There’s no map to stitch life back together when that happens. And sometimes we find ourselves moving to darker places before we can find any hope to lift us up.” The morning Bill Becker awakes to find the butterfly tattoo bleeding on his chest, his life begins spiraling downward. Exiled from a corporate career and failed marriage he left behind in a gated community, Bill becomes obsessed with Lucy, a tattooed dancer running from past trauma. Lucy and Bill wrap themselves in new skins of ink, wrought by the same artist, who convinces them every design will alter their future. They must leave the city for the Carolina countryside to confront the skins they shed many years ago. Hovis lives in Upstate New York. He teaches English literature and creative writing at SUNY Oneonta.

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