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won't solve the problem. “We're sitting here having these same conversations,” Bokhari said. “It's just overly frustrating to me because we continue to ask and plead with staff. To be honest, we need disruptive innovations here that are going to solve things like this because we're not going to pave or plan our way out of it right now.” Bokhari's idea came during a public hearing for a townhome project proposed for
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As Charlotte City Council veered into another long discussion about the need to fix congestion along Providence Road, Councilman Tariq Bokhari suggested his colleagues consider a new approach. Bokhari told them March 15 that no one is going to save the city with a magical solution while widening the road, adding rail and relying on the 2040 Comprehensive Plan
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Above: Candice Stickle was among educators to get their COVID-19 shot March 13 at Johnson C. Smith University. Below: Daniel Alston receives his COVID-19 vaccination March 13. Kevin McCarthy/Atrium Health
Educators get vaccinated at Johnson C. Smith University Johnson C. Smith University President Clarence Armbrister said it's important to open schools so people can get back to work. That's why his university partnered with Atrium Health and Mecklenburg County on a mass vaccination event March 13 focused on protecting education and early childhood workers from COVID-19. “By the end of the weekend there will be over 6,000 shots in arms.” Armbrister said. “It's particularly important here in west Charlotte and our community, where we know that people of color who are often underserved and who have often suffered
the ill effects of this pandemic much more severely than others, have the opportunity to get the shot.” Daniel Alston, who teaches science to aspiring elementary school teachers at UNC Charlotte, said he looked at the data and how people reacted to the vaccine. He also wants to see his students and gather with family. “That's what pushed me to come out today and say I can trust this process,” Alston said. Candice Stickle, an academic advisor and instructor at UNCC, said getting the vaccine makes her feel safer when campus returns to full capacity. She's had students concerned
about coming to campus due to medical issues or infecting family. “Knowing that we're getting vaccinated, I think, also puts the students' minds at ease,” Stickle said.
The Charlotte City Council approved a rezoning plan March 15 that would transform the 8.5 acres surrounding the Parsons building on Hedgemore Road into five buildings. Large surface parking lots will give way to up to 327,000 square feet of office space, 250 multi-family units, 120 hotel rooms, 7,500 square feet of retail uses and structured parking. Residents won't see car washes, service stations or fast food restaurants with drive-thru windows either. A longtime planner spoke in opposition of the proposal during last month's public hearing, citing concerns about the density, traffic, stormwater and heights of the buildings, which will range from 131 to 180 feet. Councilman Tariq Bokhari defended the project, saying it provided housing, office space and connections to the Cross Charlotte Trail. The project, submitted by Levine Properties, has been in the works for nearly two years, Bokhari said. The council approved the rezoning unanimously and with no discussion. “Congratulations for everyone involved in what is going to be an amazing project,” Bokhari said.
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Lawmakers introduce bill to make daylight saving time permanent by John Trump Carolina Journal News Service
RALEIGH – N.C. Rep. Jason Saine, R-Lincoln, has introduced a bill that would make daylight saving time permanent in the Tar Heel State. House Bill 307 asks Congress to allow North Carolina to use daylight time year-round. The state now switches its standard time twice each year. People set clocks forward by one hour to Eastern Daylight Time each spring, then turn clocks back by one hour to Eastern Standard Time in the fall. Representatives John Szoka, R-Cumberland; Jon Hardister, R-Guilford; and David Willis, R-Union, are co-sponsors. H.B. 307 arrives one day after the latest switch to DST. People throughout North Carolina lost an hour on Sunday morning as they set their clocks ahead. The change shifts daylight hours. Daylight lasts longer into the evening now, but it’s darker later into the morning. The reverse happens in the fall, when North Carolina reverts to EST. “Biannual clock shifts are an antiquated practice that was introduced during the World Wars to help manage energy consumption,” Saine said. “Today, in our modern economy, rather than saving energy, time shifts have been linked to
THE BUZZ Join the conversation at Union County Weekly's Facebook page • “I hope it passes. A wise chief once said 'Only a politician can cut 12 inches off the top a blanket and sew it to the bottom and think they have a bigger blanket.'” – Nanci Oz • “I 100% agree with this!! I hope it passes!! Growing up in Az I had no idea what clock changing was... until I moved here. lol Sooo antiquated!” – Carline Marie • “Little Joe says Yes! Way to go! Tired of changing the clock!” – Todd Lisa Barber • “There are more important issues to deal with than Non-Issue Stupid Stuff. Do something that helps people instead of Shinola stupid crap! Can't you come up with something do with this one (1) term!? – Edwin Elam • “Permanent DST is a HORRIBLE idea. Adjusting to the change twice per year is easy and painless and it makes most efficient use of the hours of daylight.” – Mineral Springs Mayor Rick Becker
“The United States first introduced daylight saving time in 1918, two years after Germany and other European countries started advancing the clocks to conserve fuel and energy during World War I,” the Washington Post writes. “Congress abolished the practice after the war, and it was not used again nationwide until President Franklin D. Roosevelt introduced year-round DST during World War II from 1942 to 1945.” Hawaii and Arizona don’t observe DST. In Indiana, it’s a bit more complicated. “While all of Indiana officially observes Daylight Saving Time,” writes WRTV, “12 of the 92 counties are on Central Time, with the rest still on Eastern Time.”
Teacher’s union continues opposition over school reopening law by David Bass Carolina Journal News Service
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numerous negative emotional and health effects including seasonal depression, cardiac issues and stroke.” A bipartisan move in the U.S. Senate, introduced March 9, would eliminate the time shifts, too. The “Sunshine Protection Act of 2021” would make year-round DST the law, Bloomberg reports. “The arguments for abolishing the practice, which emerged in the early 20th century as a means of saving energy by shifting working hours to follow the sun, are many and varied: The disruptive effects of the twice-a-year time change have been linked to higher rates of car crashes, workplace injuries, street crime, heart attacks and general crankiness,” Bloomberg says. The European Union is trying something similar. “The time has come for our state to spring forward so that North Carolina no longer falls back,” said Szoka of H.B. 307. Fifteen states – Arkansas, Alabama, California, Delaware, Georgia, Idaho, Louisiana, Maine, Ohio, Oregon, South Carolina, Tennessee, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming – have passed laws, resolutions, or voter initiatives for permanent DST, a news release says. Individual states aren’t permitted to change their DST schedules without federal approval from the U.S. Department of Transportation, which is why congressional approval is needed.
RALEIGH – Even as a bill to reopen schools across North Carolina garnered unanimous bipartisan support and was fast-tracked through the legislature, North Carolina’s teacher’s union released a statement blasting Democratic Gov. Roy Cooper and lawmakers from both political parties for the compromise. In a rare instance of bipartisan agreement, Cooper joined with both Republican and Democratic leaders in the N.C. House and Senate at a news conference March 10 to unveil a new school reopening plan for the
entire state. Fewer than 24 hours later, Senate Bill 220 has won unanimous support from both chambers of the General Assembly – a 49-0 vote in the Senate on March 10 and a 119-0 vote in the House on March 11. Cooper signed the bill into law later that day. Even so, the left-wing N.C. Association of Educators remains opposed to the measure, putting the teacher’s union in rare opposition to Cooper, who has remained a staunch ally. “This agreement between the governor and leaders in the state legislature will needlessly encourage school boards to push students, educators and staff into school buildings that do not comply with [Centers for Dis-
ease Control and Prevention] guidance during a pandemic, which has already claimed the lives of 11,000 North Carolinians,” NCAE president Tamika Kelly said in a statement. “It is deeply disturbing that the governor and legislative leaders failed to acknowledge the work that educators have been doing to keep students engaged and learning during the worst pandemic in a century while effectively absolving themselves of any further responsibility for the health and safety of our public schools and those who learn and work in them,” Kelly continued. Terry Stoops, director of the Center for Effective Education at
the John Locke Foundation, countered Kelly’s comments. “In recent weeks, the Cooper administration appears to have realized that the NCAE’s hardline position on school reopening is out of step with the needs of North Carolina families,” Stoops said. “That is one reason Governor Cooper quickly ironed out a consensus plan with Republican leaders. “The NCAE’s actions speak louder than words. The group’s leaders claim that they are eager to return to the classroom, but they persistently pan good-faith efforts to resume in-person instruction. It’s a charade that will hasten the NCAE’s descent into political irrelevancy.” S.B. 220 directs local school boards to give students in kindergarten through fifth grade the option of see TEACHERS, Page 3A
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February 2021
Editor’s note: Information provided by the Charlotte Regional Realtor Association and www.sales.carolinahome.com
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DATE SOLD
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Matthews Estates 324 River Banks Road Feb. 17 644 Clearbrook Road Feb. 12 Somersby 915 Somersby Lane Feb. 9 Stratfordshire 330 Trafalgar Place Feb. 26 Suburban Woods 11317 Hallmark Drive Feb. 19 Williams Station 3010 Williams Station Road Feb. 25
28079 Annadale 1006 Amberlea Road Feb. 18 Bonterra 1901 Top Flight Drive Feb. 24 1600 Saratoga Blvd. Feb. 23 1919 Painted Horse Dr. Feb. 12 1011 Affirmed Drive Feb. 5 Brandon Oaks 2013 Rosewater Lane Feb. 25 6898 Fenwick Drive Feb. 16 2012 Rosewater Lane Feb. 10 1002 Ledare Lane Feb. 2 Colton Ridge 2007 Colton Ridge Dr. Feb. 25 Crismark 2003 Red Carpet Court Feb. 9 Holly Park 2015 Holly Villa Circle Feb. 17 Lake Park 5309 Fennell St. Feb. 22 6310 Trevor Simpson Dr. Feb. 22 3908 Brittany Court Feb. 15 Sheridan 1003 Cabra Court Feb. 22 2013 Orby Ave. Feb. 8 Shiloh Trace 5502 Fulton Ridge Dr. Feb. 26 Taylor Glenn 1005 Benning Circle Feb. 23 1012 Downing Court Feb. 12
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Bridlestone 14701 Bridle Trace Lane Feb. 24 Cardinal Woods 13214 Alex Mill Drive Feb. 4 Carolina Village 11702 Red Knoll Lane Feb. 12 Danby 13231 Baker Mills Road Feb. 23 McCullough 9016 Gladden Hill Lane Feb. 24 3310 Kennys St. Feb. 10 13619 Jacks Lane Feb. 5 15718 Country Lake Dr. Feb. 4 Park Lake 124 Mallard Drive Feb. 23 Parkway Crossing 12529 Druids Glen Dr. Feb. 2 Winghurst 14900 Cognac Court Feb. 26 Woodside Falls 12658 Woodside Falls Road Feb. 25
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returning to “Plan A” in-person classroom instruction, requiring minimal social distancing. For middle- and high-school students, school boards will have a choice between “Plan A” and “Plan B,” which requires more stringent social distancing. In the case of middle and high
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28104 Callonwood 1207 Aringill Lane Feb. 25 Chestnut Oaks 5120 Craftsman Ridge Drive Feb. 9 Emerald Lake 1700 Caddy Court Feb. 22 Fairfield Plantation 6769 Stoney Ridge Rd. Feb. 19 Highgate 1000 Clover Crest Lane Feb. 26 8013 Wicklow Hall Dr. Feb. 10 Kerry Greens 3055 Wyntree Court Feb. 17 Quintessa 8005 Caliterra Drive Feb. 16 Shannamara 9114 Tenby Lane Feb. 11 Wedgewood 4001 Whisperwood Ct. Feb. 19
DATE SOLD
schools, the bill specifies that authority on that decision rests solely with the school board, except in cases in which a student has identified special needs through an Individualized Learning Plan or 504 plan. The bill removes from Cooper the power to close schools statewide. The governor still has the option of closing specific school districts “when necessary to protect the
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health and safety of students and employees in that unit,” but Cooper must state his reasons for doing so. School districts may return to in-person instruction immediately as soon as Cooper signs the bill, but there is a 21-day window for all of the bill’s provisions to take effect. During debate on the House floor on March 11, Rep. John Torbett, R-Gaston, emphasized the
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2209 Wharton Lane Feb. 26 $710,000 2837 Winding Oak Dr. Feb. 19 $490,000 Linden Oaks 4908 Derbyshire Drive Feb. 24 $535,000 McKee Plantation 5500 Open Book Lane Feb. 26 $706,800 Providence Plantation 2914 Simmon Tree Rd. Feb. 26 $595,000 9543 Hampton Oaks Ln. Feb. 25 $705,000 2108 Tara Pines Court Feb. 24 $471,888 2224 Providence Canyon Drive Feb. 17 $685,000 3509 High Ridge Road Feb. 12 $595,000 2830 Providence Spring Lane Feb. 5 $400,000 5809 Providence Glen Road Feb. 1 $675,000 Providence Plantation Estates 3213 Pollard Court Feb. 1 $625,000 Whitmore 4901 Whitmore Pond Ln. Feb. 11 $432,500
28210 Cameron Wood 9807 Deer Spring Lane Feb. 23 3107 Sweet Oak Court Feb. 16 Park Crossing 9206 Hanover South Trail Feb. 2
DATE SOLD
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Amberleigh 10440 Foxdale Court Feb. 25 $605,000 Ardrey 9917 Grassy Crops Rd. Feb. 8 $595,000 Ballantyne Country Club 14415 Bishar Lane Feb. 25 $1,138,000 14281 Nolen Lane Feb. 11 $857,500 10903 Moran Lane Feb. 5 $760,000 Blakeney Heath 8706 Huntland Court Feb. 25 $365,000 9210 Hickory Tree Lane Feb. 25 $422,500 Cady Lake 11115 Knight Castle Dr. Feb. 18 $470,000 Cobblestone 9922 Corrystone Drive Feb. 12 $510,000 Lake Providence Estates 10115 Crestwood Drive Feb. 23 $371,000 10300 Crestwood Drive Feb. 4 $550,000 Pond Side 11516 Willows Wisp Dr. Feb. 16 $480,200 Providence Country Club 6432 Lundin Links Lane Feb. 18 $760,000 12671 Tom Short Road Feb. 15 $505,000 Providence West 8912 Rally Drive Feb. 25 $410,000 Raeburn 11731 Charnwood Court Feb. 18 $341,000 11711 Apleby Lane Feb. 8 $320,000 Raintree 4609 Rounding Run Rd. Feb. 22 $700,000 9107 Raintree Lane Feb. 9 $329,000 Southampton 17126 Cambridge Woods Court Feb. 9 $388,000 Stone Creek Ranch 10731 Round Rock Rd. Feb. 28 $400,000 10124 Alvarado Way Feb. 12 $463,000 7314 Firespike Road Feb. 3 $465,000 Thornhill 6223 Rosebriar Lane Feb. 2 $307,000 White Oak 6120 Hickory Forest Dr. Feb. 4 $407,000
bill might be too little, too late to help some students, with summer school and remediation work needed. “For many kids, coming back at the end of this year will not be enough. We must commit to helping them get caught up. “We cannot close our classrooms again,” Torbett said. “We must ensure in emergencies our schools still meet the needs of our families. Tax-
payers deserve the school system to function at a high level, each and every day. That’s the progress that this bill represents.” During floor debate, House Minority Leader Robert Rieves, D-Chatham, praised the bipartisan nature of S.B. 220. “To me, this is how we should be operating as a government,” Rieves said.
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High school football top 10 Union County teams Monroe and Porter Ridge moved up in the rankings this week due to strong performances. High school football fans will keep their eyes on the Myers Park and Hickory Ridge game, a battle of undefeated teams in the Southwestern 4A. You'll also want to keep your eye on Cuthbertson and Marvin Ridge, crosstown rivals in the Southern Carolina 3A that are in our top 10. 1. Myers Park (3-0) Last game: Beat Butler 24-21 Next game: Hickory Ridge Previous rank: 1 Myers Park and Butler lived up to the hype as both teams went blow for blow. Perhaps the last obstacle for Myers Park in winning the Southwestern 4A conference crown is Hickory Ridge in another battle of undefeated teams. 2. Weddington (2-0) Last game: Bye Next game: Parkwood (1-2) Previous rank: 2 After winning a low-scoring grinder against Charlotte Catholic a couple of weeks ago, Weddington could put up some big numbers against Parkwood, which has allowed 85 points in three games. Only Sun Valley (0-3) has allowed more offense. 3. Charlotte Catholic (2-1) Last game: Beat Sun Valley 51-7 Next game: Piedmont (0-2) Previous rank: 3 Piedmont's defense can make plays. They recorded five sacks, an interception, a fumble recovery and a blocked punt against Cuthbertson. But the offense has yet to explode on an opponent. Don't expect an explosion against Charlotte Catholic. 4. Butler (2-1) Last game: Lost to Myers Park 24-21 Next game: Independence (1-2) Previous rank: 4 Butler not only enters the fourth week of football against rival Independence but it is also coming off a heartbreaking loss to Myers Park. Expect aggressive Bulldogs. 5. Monroe (2-1) Last game: Beat Cuthbertson 39-27 Next game: Sun Valley (0-3) Previous rank: 6 Senior Redhawk Ricardo Brown put 30
points on the scoreboard against Cuthbertson thanks to four rushing touchdowns and a 90-yard interception. Other offensive weapons include senior Jack Crump and junior Shaleak Knotts. 6. Cuthbertson (2-1) Last game: Lost to Monroe 39-27 Next game: Marvin Ridge (2-1) Previous rank: 5 Senior quarterback Evan Bernard not only completed 18 of 22 passes for 234 yards and a touchdown against Monroe, but he also ran for a touchdown. Senior Myles Teasley can also put up big yards catching or running the football. 7. Marvin Ridge (2-1) Last game: Beat Parkwood 24-8 Next game: Cuthbertson (2-1) Previous rank: 7 Ethan Robitaille has scored touchdowns in each of the first three games. Sophomore quarterback Cole Delissio has also connected with Alex Meeks, Bryce Yaggi and Jack Yeagley. 8. Providence (3-0) Last game: Beat South Meck 27-6 Next game: Central Cabarrus (2-1) Previous rank: 8 Providence has outscored opponents in their first three games 87-13, allowing no more than seven points in a game this season. The Panthers are one of three undefeated teams in the So Meck 7 4A conference. 9. Ardrey Kell (3-0) Last week: Beat West Meck 42-7 This week: Olympic 3-0) Previous rank: 9 Ardrey Kell easily dispatched South Meck and West Meck, two 0-3 teams that have struggled to put points on the board. The Knights face their first real test of the season in Olympic, which has scored 123 points in three games. 10. Porter Ridge (2-1) Last week: Beat Independence 21-6 This week: Garinger (0-3) Previous rank: Not ranked Porter Ridge's win over Independence puts the Pirates in the top half of the Southwestern 4A conference. They are in great position with the next two games against the conference's worst teams before facing challenges in April.
STANDINGS Southwestern 4A Myers Park Hickory Ridge Butler Porter Ridge Independence East Meck Garinger Rocky River
3-0 3-0 2-1 2-1 1-2 1-2 0-3 0-3
Southern Carolina 3A Weddington 2-0 CLT Catholic 2-1 Monroe 2-1 Marvin Ridge 2-1 Cuthbertson 2-1 Parkwood 1-2 Piedmont 0-2 Sun Valley 0-3 So Meck 7 4A Providence Ardrey Kell Olympic Harding Philip O Berry West Meck South Meck
3-0 3-0 3-0 0-2 0-2 0-3 0-3
SCORES Southwestern 4A Porter Ridge 21, Independence 6 East Meck 20, Garinger 6 Myers Park 24, Butler 21 Hickory Ridge 41, Rocky River 20 Southern Carolina 3A Charlotte Catholic 51, Sun Valley 7 Marvin Ridge 24, Parkwood 8 Monroe 39, Cuthbertson 27 So Meck 7 4A Jay M. Robinson 44, Harding 6 Ardrey Kell 42, West Meck 7 Olympic 46, Philip O Berry 24 Providence 27, South Meck 6 Other squads CSOD 42, Union Academy 0 West Stanly 21, Forest Hills 0 Mount Pleasant 49, CATA 0
SCHEDULE Southwestern 4A Myers Park (3-0) vs. Hickory Ridge (3-0) Independence (1-2) vs. Butler (2-1) Rocky River (0-3) vs. East Meck (1-2) Garinger (0-3) vs. Porter Ridge (2-1) Southern Carolina 3A Monroe (2-1) vs. Sun Valley (0-3) Charlotte Catholic (2-1) vs. Piedmont (0-2) Weddington (2-0) vs. Parkwood (1-2) Cuthbertson (2-1) vs. Marvin Ridge (2-1) So Meck 7 4A Ardrey Kell (2-0) vs. Olympic (3-0) Providence (3-0) vs. Central Cabarrus (2-1) Philip O Berry (1-2) vs. West Meck (0-3) Harding (0-2) vs. South Meck (0-3) Other squads CATA (0-2) vs. West Stanly (1-0) Union Academy (0-3) vs. Pine Lake (3-0) Forest Hills (1-2) vs. Montgomery Central (1-1)
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Discovery Place Science exhibit breaks down bias in AI CHARLOTTE – The bias built into artificial intelligence, or AI, often goes unnoticed by the end user. But do a quick search of the internet for images of “CEO” and results are overwhelmingly photos of men. Next, try plugging in “cute baby” and you’ll discover an image return displaying hundreds of white children. “Millions of us rely on insights from AI models, whether we know it or not, to form opinions and make decisions on a daily basis,” said Steven Tiell, leader of Responsible Innovation at Accenture. “It Tiell is critical that every company and organization using AI establishes ethical controls throughout the data supply chain that recognize their responsibilities to and respect for the people and communities they serve, whether that is clients, partners, employees or the general public.” In conjunction with the museum’s traveling exhibition, “Artificial Intelligence: Your Mind & the Machine,” Discovery Place Science will host a virtual event March 24 that addresses how bias gets encoded in algorithms. Beginning at 6:30 p.m., “Breaking Down Bias” will include a keynote address by Tiell, whose work in responsible innovation helps clients manage risks brought on by digital transformations and widespread use of artificial intelligence. Following Tiell’s talk, a screening of the film, “Coded Bias,” will take place. The film explores the fallout of MIT Media Lab researcher Joy Baolamwini’s discovery that facial recognition does not see dark-skinned faces accurately, and her journey to push for the first-ever legislation in the U.S. to govern against bias in the algorithms. The event, which is sponsored by Accenture, is free and open to the public. Registration is required. Secure a virtual seat by visiting the event page. “Breaking Down Bias” is the first in a series of talks and screenings Discovery Place will host in the coming months as part of a Science on Screen grant from The Coolidge Corner Theatre and the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation.
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Providence and Alexander roads. DRB Group wants to redevelop nearly two houses sitting on six acres into 12 three-story buildings with 45 townhomes. The firm plans to market the townhomes under its Fielding Homes brand, which cater to second and third move-up buyers, according to company land development director James Martin. Christopher Chotard, who said he spoke on behalf of more than 2,000 neighbors, offered some revisions to the plan that included reducing the height of the buildings from 44 to 40 feet and decreasing the number of units to 40. He provided the council with an environmental study that recommended the zoning not change. He also offered traffic data that showed 73 accidents over three years at the intersection that contributed to an F rating. Since the February community meeting, DRB Group has reduced the number of units from 48 to 45, exchanged front-load garages for alley-loaded garages, capped height at 44 feet and increased distance from neighboring properties, according to Keith MacVean, of Moore & Van Allen. The closest homes are 110 feet to the east, 165 feet to the north and 175 feet to the west. As far as traffic, the project would generate 96 additional daily trips than a 17-unit development that could be developed without rezoning. MacVean said this equates to six more peak a.m. trips and 11 more p.m peak trips. They also project an increase of six additional school-age children compared to a byright development. MacVean said the project offers more housing choices, improves the streetscape, increases tree save from 10% to 15% and enhances buffers Mayor Pro Tem Julie Eiselt said she was happy to see changes in the plan from what was originally proposed, but she is torn approving a project that contributes to the con-
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gestion of Providence Road. “The bottom line is I'm upset about the fact that we still can't address Providence Road with some transportation solutions,” Eiselt said before acknowledging 45 townhomes units doesn't have as much of an impact. Still, she'd like to see staff come up with a plan to improve traffic within the corridor. Mayor Vi Lyles said the city would have to work with the N.C. Department of Transportation on solutions for the state highway at a time when there's no money. “We hope the residents understand we are trying really hard to figure out mobility,” Lyles said. Councilwoman Renee Johnson reminded colleagues that they have the power to approve or not approve the very rezoning projects that are creating unintended consequences on roads and schools. That's when Bokhari offered his idea for disruptive innovations. Bokhari said he's trying to engage The Boring Company, which was created by Tesla and SpaceX founder Elon Musk, to study how tunnel underpasses could help move people through the city's busiest intersections. “We can't put our problems at the doorsteps of developers as long as they are in good faith mitigating at least the impacts they are making,” Bokhari said. Lyles said the biggest choice the community has when it comes to solutions is paying for them. “Until it actually gets real in terms of how you are going to buy it or pay for it, that's when people begin to bring you real solutions to the table,” Lyles said. She compared wanting to improve Charlotte's transportation network to wanting to go on a great vacation but only be willing to spend $2. “We want a great city but right now we're not willing to spend the money that going to be necessary to build a great city,” Lyles said. She suggested they develop Providence Road in a way that helps the region grow since it also is a gateway to Union County.
Sweet 16 Edible Eight Final Fork April 2 to 6
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NEWS BRIEFS Construction starts March 16 on Humane Society center The Humane Society of Charlotte has started construction on a new animal resource center at Berryhill Drive. Construction on the center, led by Myers & Chapman and designed by RL Architecture, is set to finish in spring 2022. The center will feature expanded kennels, an indoor adoption counseling and interaction area, an expanded cat adoption center with outdoor enrichment for felines, an education court to better engage Charlotte youth and provide educational/recreational activities, an expanded clinic area, a cat cafe and a dog park. Fundraising for the capital campaign to reach the $15 million project goal is ongoing. A limited number of naming opportunities for the center are available and personalized brick pavers are available for purchase.
Cheerwine surprises shoppers with free groceries Several lucky shoppers at a Food Lion in east Charlotte got their groceries paid for by Cheerwine recently. Cheerwine surprised 35 customers March 12 at the Food Lion at 3207 Eastway Drive by telling them they “owed zero dollars on their grocery bills.” The gift was in celebration of Cheerwine Zero Sugar's debut on shelves this month. This sugar-free option has the same cherry flavor fans have loved since Cheerwine first launched in 1917, but without the calories. In addition to free groceries, shoppers also went home with a free two-liter bottle of Cheerwine Zero Sugar and a bag of Cheerwine goodies.
Fashion event raises money for Meck. County survivors For the 10th year, Fighting For Women With Fashion will raise awareness and funding for Mecklenburg County survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. The event, emceed by WSOC’s Erica Bryant, will take place virtually March 25 at 7
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p.m. Guests will be able to explore the “virtual venue,” network, and view sponsor and event messaging. Buy tickets at www.fwf2021.givesmart. com. VIP tickets cost $40. General admission tickets cost $15. VIP tickets include a gift bag, bottle of wine and early access to view the week-long silent auction. The Women Physicians Section of the Mecklenburg County Medical Society, the Women Lawyers of Charlotte and Safe Alliance are collaborating on the event.
Charlotte, AvidXchange team up for growth program The City of Charlotte, in partnership with AvidXchange, is accepting applications to join the fourth AMP Up program cohort, which begins May 20 with graduation on Nov. 18. The seven-month business growth education program helps small business owners increase their revenues, create jobs and positively impact their community. At the end of the program, business owners will know how to create and manage a three-year strategic growth plan. The city will provide details about the program at two open house sessions on April 13. Register or apply at cltgov.me/ampup.
Digital Charlotte's P.O.W.E.R. program goes virtual Digital Charlotte's P.O.W.E.R. program has shifted from providing in-person instruction to a self-paced virtual course for parents with children in Charlotte Mecklenburg School System. The program, which stands for Parents Operating With Educational Resources, began in 2016 and is the city's solution to bridging the digital literacy gap among parents and strengthening their digital skills. P.O.W.E.R. is a series of four short virtual courses for parents that cover navigating CMS technology, global learning tools and software, cyberbullying and digital law and safety. Parents must complete a pre-assessment form to gain access. Visit digitalcharlotte. org/power for additional information or to sign up for the program.
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16 The Southern Pecan 8 Bentley’s Restaurant
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9 Barrington’s 5 Dogwood: A Southern Table 12 The Lodge 4 Portofino’s Italian Restaurant 13 Ruth’s Chris Steak House
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10 Zapatas Mexican Restaurant
10 Foxcroft Wine Co.
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16 Moosehead Bar & Grill
8 Pineville Tavern
8 Good Food on Montford
9 Panca Peruvian Street Food
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New guidance allows for nursing home visits by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com
Mecklenburg County Public Health Director Gibbie Harris said March 11 the impact COVID-19 vaccines have had on long-term care facilities has been a bright spot. In December, 54% of COVID-19 deaths in Mecklenburg County were in long-term care facilities. That dropped to 34% in January and 20% in February. Harris said health officials have also seen a reduction in the number of outbreaks in those facilities. “The fact that much of these facilities
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• Gibbie Harris and isolation that this pandemic has created for this population is huge, so effective March 10 individuals with only some exceptions will be able to visit within these facilities,” Harris said. “And all compassionate care visits are supposed to be allowed as well.” Harris said each facility will make arrangements on visits to rooms, visitation see NURSING HOME, Page 2B
Mecklenburg County officials are encouraged about declining COVID-19 numbers as more people get vaccinated. Photo courtesy of Atrium Health
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Alzheimer’s Association 2021 report examines racial, ethnic attitudes 2021 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report reveal that discrimination is a barrier to Alzheimer’s and dementia care. More than one-third of Black Americans (36%) and nearly one-fifth of Hispanic Americans (18%) and Asian Americans (19%), believe discrimination would be a barrier to receiving Alzheimer’s care. In addition, half or more of non-white caregivers say they have experienced discrimination when navigating health care settings for their care recipient. The report provides an in-depth look at the latest national statistics on Alzheimer’s prevalence, incidence, mortality, costs of care and impact on caregivers. New disease-related statistics for North Carolina revealed the following: • Number of North Carolina residents aged 65 and older living with Alzheimer’s: 180,000 • Estimated number of North Carolina residents living with Alzheimer’s in 2025: 210,000 • Percentage change: 16.7% increase • Statewide deaths from Alzheimer’s disease (2019): 4,508 • Number of North Carolina residents serving as unpaid family caregivers: 358,000 • Total hours of unpaid care provided: 517 million • Total value of unpaid care: $7.3 billion
“The new Facts and Figures report shows that Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias continue to be a significant burden for too many North Carolina families,” said Katherine Lambert, CEO of the Alzheimer’s Association, Western Carolina Chapter. “We must continue to work toward advancing new treatments that can stop or slow the progression of Alzheimer’s, while also continuing to provide care and support services to help all those affected.” For the first time, the accompanying special report, “Race, Ethnicity and Alzheimer’s in America,” examines perspectives and experiences of Asian, Black, Hispanic, Native and white Americans in regard to Alzheimer’s and dementia care. Findings in the report, reveal that nonwhite racial/ethnic populations expect and experience more barriers when accessing dementia care, have less trust in medical research and are less confident that they have access to health professionals who understand their ethnic and racial background and experiences. Among the findings: • Two-thirds of Black Americans (66%) believe it is harder for them to get excellent care for Alzheimer’s disease or other dementias. Likewise, two in five Native Americans see ALZHEIMER’S, Page 3B
Different generations read Dr. Seuss books CHARLOTTE – Residents at Waltonwood Cotswold joined students from the Charlotte Jewish Day School via Zoom to read Dr. Seuss’s classics, such as “Horton Hears a Who!” and “The Lorax,” in celebration of Read Across America Day. Residents at the senior living community wore elephant ears while the students wore orange mustaches. The National Education Association sponsors Read Across America Day to encourage read-
ing on Seuss’s birthday. “We had a fantastic time reading to the lovely students at the Charlotte Jewish Day School,” said Nancy Rucker, resident at Waltonwood Cotswold. “As a retired schoolteacher, reading to the children was so enriching and brought so much joy to me. I appreciate Waltonwood finding ways for us to create an educational environment for students that promotes curiosity and excitement. I look forward to participating again next year, hope-
fully in person.” Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the seniors and students couldn’t be in the same room, but Waltonwood recognizes the importance of literacy and wanted to encourage others to still get involved on Read Across America Day. Zoom has allowed older adults to connect to the community in many ways, including reading aloud to children. Photo courtesy of Waltonwood Cotswold
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spaces or outdoor settings based on their structure and resident needs. Mecklenburg County has provided first doses to over 12% of its population with 7% fully vaccinated. Harris said herd immunity will depend on the availability of the vaccine and the willingness of the community to get the shot. “Vaccines are our best option to move forward to come to some level of normalcy,” Harris said. Mecklenburg County Medical Director Meg Sullivan said more than 52,000 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered. “Our immunization team has continued to be extremely busy over the past several days as we work to get vaccine out as quickly and equitably as possible to eligible individuals in group 1, group 2 and group 3 and then plan for group 4,” Sullivan said. The county has also created a form on its website in which people who are home-bound due to physical or mental disability may schedule a time to get the vaccine administered in their homes. Harris encouraged people to continue wearing masks, practicing social distancing and avoiding large gatherings, especially during spring break.
Windsor Run residents feel fortunate to have been vaccinated. Photo courtesy of Windsor Run
Windsor Run vaccinates 97% of residents against COVID-19 MATTHEWS – Windsor Run announced March 11 that it has completed its COVID-19 vaccination clinics with 97% of its residents receiving both doses. Every resident who wanted a vaccine at Windsor Run has now received both doses,
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For Lent, I’ve decided to give up pasta, bread and cookies. Those are my top three weaknesses. I’ve also given up cake, candy and ice cream. Lastly, I added nuts to the list a few days into Lent. There is something that hap-
and they now look forward to safely enjoying on-campus amenities, dining experiences and friendships. “Since the onset of the pandemic more than 12 months ago, our team has worked diligently with residents, their families and local health
pens to us when we give up the things that anesthetize the pain in our souls. For example, I can be having a bad day. Three bowls of macaroni and cheese will make all that pain go away. Bowl number two and three wasn’t because I was hungry. I just didn’t want to feel bad. What if I allowed the pain in my soul to rise up to my gut? What if I didn’t push it down
officials to help safeguard the well-being of everyone who calls Windsor Run home,” Executive Director George Comfort said. “I’m proud of the exceptional results we have achieved by working together and I’m thrilled that so many of our residents now have an additional level of protection against COVID-19. We could not have reached this important landmark without the professionalism of our partners at CVS, the unwavering commitment of our staff and the resilience of our residents.” Residents, staff and visitors continue to take precautionary measures, including wearing masks, maintaining social distance and washing hands frequently to keep each other safe. Residents have expressed gratitude for the opportunity to receive the COVID-19 on campus. “At Windsor Run, we are a family that cares for one another. We’ve been through so much in the past year, but we’ve done it together. I got the shots because I care about my neighbors and want to see more of them,” said Patricia Bell, chairman of the Residents Advisory Council. “Now that the vaccine is here, I am confident and optimistic about the future. I’m grateful to the community for bringing it right to us. They made it easy, and now I can’t wait to travel and see my family.” Windsor Run is one of 20 senior living communities managed by Erickson Living. To date, more than 24,500 residents at these communities have received the COVID-19 vaccine.
with pizza? What if I had to face the very thing I was trying to run from. It is only when we face our fears that we realize they are not as scary as we think they are. Fasting will force you to face the truth of your brokenness. It is there, at that place of pain, when we surrender to God that His touch of healing becomes real. While you are giving up some-
thing for Lent, be sure to give up having a dirty coil on your refrigerator. I’ll be back soon. Until then, live well my friend. The Rev. Tony Marciano is the president/CEO of the Charlotte Rescue Mission. Visit www.char lotterescuemission.org for details.
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Matthews Glen wins award MATTHEWS – Matthews Glen won the 2020 ICAA NuStep Beacon Award for putting an emphasis on wellness. The award recognizes the Top 25 ‘Best in Wellness’ senior living communities in North America. Residents in the Acts Retirement-Life Community can choose from 30 weekly group fitness classes and 130 personal training sessions each month. They have access to fitness centers, aerobic studios, swimming pools and walking trails. Theresa Perry, who oversees Acts’ hospitality and wellness services, credited Matthews Glen fitness director Chelsea Blanding’s efforts in winning the award.
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This year’s topic focused on experiences that challenged students to grow and what makes them a leader. “The Silver Pen Scholarship is an extraordinary opportunity for our members to connect with our local community in a meaningful way,” Executive Director Leslie Hall said.
Meck seniors can get free COVID-19 home disinfecting CHARLOTTE – Mecklenburg County’s Department of Social Services has partnered with Bio-One to offer a free, one-time COVID-19 professional disinfecting service to residents who are 60 years of age or older. Bio-One will apply a CDC/EPA-approved chemical to all surfaces, doorknobs, handles, light switches and high traffic areas of the home. The chemical is safe for pets and children. While there is no cleaning method that guarantees total elimination of the virus, BioOne’s cleaning protocol can help reduce the spread and threat of coronavirus, according to the county. Participants must be able to leave their home for one hour during the cleaning. Call 980-314-6800 or email SFA-Events@ MecklenburgCountyNC.gov to schedule an appointment.
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(40%) and Hispanic Americans (39%) believe their own race or ethnicity makes it harder to get care, as do one-third of Asian Americans (34%). • Nearly two-thirds of Black Americans (62%) believe that medical research is biased against people of color — a view shared by substantial numbers of Asian Americans (45%), Native Americans (40%) and Hispanic Americans (36%) as well. Only half of Black Americans (53%) trust a future cure for Alzheimer’s will be shared equally regardless of race, color or ethnicity. • Fewer than half of Black (48%) and Native Americans (47%) feel confident they have access to providers who understand their ethnic or racial background and experiences, and only about three in five Asian Americans (63%) and Hispanics (59%) likewise feel confident. “Despite ongoing efforts to address health and health care disparities in Alzheimer’s and dementia care, survey results show there is still a lot of work to be done,” said Carl Hill, chief diversity, equity and inclusion officer of the Alzheimer’s Association. “Clearly, discrimination, lack of diversity among health care professionals and mistrust in medical research create significant barriers to care and demand the country’s full attention.” Episodes of discrimination, however, extend beyond Alzheimer’s and dementia care, the Alzheimer’s Association surveys found that many non-white Americans say they have experienced discrimination in the broader health care system. Specifically, half of Black Americans (50%) report they’ve experienced discrimination when seeking health care; more than four in 10 Native Americans (42%) and one-third of Asian Americans (34%) and Hispanic Americans (33%) likewise report having experienced health care discrimination. The experiences and views of discrimination expressed by respondents in both surveys are also reflected in their views on clinical trial participation. Black Americans have less interest in clinical research trials to prevent or slow the progression of Alzheimer’s disease. White Americans are most likely to express interest (82%), followed by Native Americans (81%), Hispanic Americans (78%), Asian Americans (73%) and lastly, Black Americans (67%). The most common reason cited for not participating in clinical trials among all racial/ethnic groups is not wanting to be a “guinea pig.” This sentiment was especially strong among Black Americans (69%). In addition almost half of Black Americans (45%) worry that treatments might cause sickness. They are also twice as likely as other groups to say they “don’t trust medical research.” And they are more than twice as likely as other racial or ethnic groups to say they “might not be treated fairly.” As noted in the 2021 Facts and Figures report, health and socioeconomic disparities and systemic racism contribute to increased Alzheimer’s and dementia risk in communities of color. According to the report, older Black and Hispanic Americans are also disproportionately more likely to have Alzheimer’s and other dementias. In addition, both groups are more likely to have missed diagnoses than older whites. Impact of COVID-19 The report also examines the devastating impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on people living with Alzheimer’s. According to the report, there were at least 42,000 more deaths from Alzheimer’s and other dementias in 2020 compared with averages over the previous five years – a 16% increase. In North Carolina, there were 1,082 more deaths from Alzheimer’s and dementia in 2020 than compared to averages over the past five years – an 11.3% increase. The report highlights preliminary and anecdotal data indicating the COVID-19 pandemic is also having adverse effects on many family caregivers. It notes that pandemic-related caregiving challenges, including the shutdown of adult day care centers and the inability of families to visit or communicate
2021 Alzheimer’s Disease facts & figures: At a glance Prevalence, Incidence and Mortality • An estimated 6.2 million Americans age 65 and older are living with Alzheimer’s dementia in 2021. • More than 1 in 9 people (11.3%) age 65 and older has Alzheimer’s dementia. • Two-thirds of Americans over age 65 with Alzheimer’s dementia (3.8 million) are women. • Deaths due to Alzheimer’s between 2000 and 2019, has more than doubled, increasing 145%. • One in three seniors dies with Alzheimer’s or another dementia.
Seniors who adopt through CMPD Animal Care & Control will receive a discount on the adoption fee and assistance with their pet’s veterinary care. Adobe Stock photo
Pets for the Elderly partners with CMPD on adoptions Caregiving • In 2020, more than 11 million caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias provided an estimated 15.3 billion hours of unpaid care, a contribution to the nation valued at $257 billion. • Nearly half of all caregivers (48%) who provide help to older adults do so for someone with Alzheimer’s or another dementia. • Approximately two-thirds of caregivers are women, and one-third of dementia caregivers are daughters. • Forty-one percent of caregivers have a household income of $50,000 or less.
Cost of Care • In 2021, total payments for all individuals with Alzheimer’s or other dementias are estimated at $355 billion (not including unpaid caregiving). • Medicare and Medicaid are expected to cover $239 billion or 67% of the total health care and long-term care payments for people with Alzheimer’s or other dementias. Out-of-pocket spending is expected to be $76 billion. • Total payments for health care, longterm care and hospice care for people with Alzheimer’s and other dementias are projected to increase to more than $1.1 trillion in 2050. • The total lifetime cost of care for someone with dementia is estimated at $373,527.
with relatives in long-term care settings have caused “emotional distress and other negative outcomes among caregivers.” “While more study is needed to understand the exact reasons why deaths attributable to Alzheimer’s and dementia during the pandemic have increased so dramatically, we do know individuals living with Alzheimer’s, particularly those living in long-term care settings are extremely vulnerable,” Lambert said. “In addition, many caregivers have been unable to visit loved ones in these settings, resulting in social isolation for the care recipient and causing enormous stress for these families. The Alzheimer’s Association is committed to supporting North Carolina caregivers and implementing the safety measures needed to reunite these families.”
Older adults who adopt a cat or dog Animal Care & Control will receive a disfrom Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police De- count on the adoption fee and assistance partment Animal Care & Control won’t with their pet’s veterinary care. Specificalhave to pay the full fee, thanks to a new ly, CMPD will use the grant funding from partnership between the shelter and Pets Pets for the Elderly to provide seniors’ pets for the Elderly. with monthly flea and tick Established in 1992, the prevention medication with nonprofit pays a portion of the an adoption. adoption fee for older adults Part of our mission “Part of our mission is (age 60 and over) who choose to help place animals into is to help place a companion dog or cat from forever homes, and frankly, animals into forever some of the best homes can a participating animal shelter. Pets for the Elderly works with homes, and frankly, be with seniors,” said Josh 55 participating shelters in 34 some of the best Fisher, director of CMPD states and is set to hit 100,000 homes can be with Animal Care & Control. seniors.” adoptions since expanding na“Placing pets with seniors tionally in 2002. provides companionship to • Josh Fisher “We are thrilled to have both the citizen and the pet the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Animal Care at times in life when they both can never & Control join our network,” said Susan get enough. We are so happy to be able to Kurowski, executive director of Pets for the help create senior/pet matches thanks to Elderly. “Their strong presence, providing this grant.” both animal refuge and community services Visit https://charlottenc.gov/Animals and education, makes them an excellent CMPD/ for more information about adoptpartner, as we work to expand the availabili- ing a pet through CMPD Animal Care & ty of our program in North Carolina.” Control. Learn more about the nonprofit by Seniors who adopt through CMPD visiting www.petsfortheelderly.org.
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Home nursing agency set for expansion Many families with special needs children are more comfortable with in-home nursing care than risking potential exposure in hospitals or other medical facilities, creating a boom for some home care nursing companies. One such home nursing company is Home Rule LLC, a North Carolina-based agency founded in 2018 that provides skilled nursing in homes throughout the state, helping medically fragile children and adults on ventilators or with medical conditions that would otherwise require hospitalization or living in a facility. “Home Rule is expanding throughout North Carolina to help relieve the enormous stress of parents and other in-home caregivers who are torn between continuing McGlothlin their personal caregiving that often leaves them sleep-deprived and unable to work vs. taking a hospitalization/facility path,” CEO Christy McGlothlin said. “We
offer the in-home solution of skilled nursing so family members may get much-needed rest to better be able to care for their loved ones. Giving parents a break has not only helped our medically fragile clients but has also helped their oft frazzled caregivers.” A new service offered exclusively by Home Rule is an online portal that offers clients nurses to choose from who might best meet their medical and family needs. “We go beyond the traditional Home Care model by empowering both clients and staff through our innovative and unique nurse portal, connecting parents with potential caregivers for their loved ones in need,” McGlothlin said. Want a job? Nurses interested in applying for work in homes for Home Rule LLC may contact the Hickory office by calling 919-8008017 or emailing christy@homerule.net or submit resumes at https://www.homerule. net/careers.
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DINING SCORES Health departments in Mecklenburg and Union counties inspected these restaurants from March 5 to 11:
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enough; and green beans and pulled Violations include: Employee pork weren't held hot enough; didn't wash hands between tasks; • Taqueria La Unica, 4305 Old two containers of mussels weren't Monroe Road, Indian Trail – 90 tagged; bar glass washer wasn't Violations include: Employee sanitizing; large pans of potatoes drinks were stored on cutting board; and cooked acorn squash weren't pans stored inside hand sink to date marked in cold drawer; and the left of prep units; raw beef was house-made kimchi had Swiss stored over uncovered cooked rice; chard as ingredient. sanitizer at the three-compartment sink wasn't at proper concentration; several foods inside prep units weren't held cold enough; and sevCharlotte (28209) The New York Corporation eral foods inside theTimes walk-in Syndication and • FiveSales Guys Burgers and Fries, 620didn't Eighth York, prep units have Avenue, date mark- New 2810 South N.Y. Blvd. –10018 100 ings. • Harris Teeter (deli), 5030 Park For Information Call: 1-800-972-3550 • Rock Salt, 512 Brandywine Road, Road – 99 For Release Tuesday, April 21, 2020 Charlotte – 90 • Harris Teeter (seafood & meat
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Charlotte (28211) • Doubletree Suites By Hilton, 6300 Morrison Blvd. – 96.5 • Ernie's Smokehouse BBQ, 3500 Latrobe Drive – 98 • Five Guys (SouthPark Mall), 4400 Sharon Road – 98.5 • Poppy's Bagels and More, 2921 Providence Road – 98 • The Dumpling Lady (mobile food), 3500 Latrobe Drive – 97.5 • The Dumpling Lady (food stand), 3500 Latrobe Drive – 96.5 Charlotte (28226) • Bonefish Grill, 7520 Pineville-Matthews Road – 98 • Char Bar 7, 6300 Carmel Road – 96.5 • Flip-A-Los, 7629 Pineville-Matthews Road – 98 • Fresh Market (produce), 7625 Pineville-Matthews Road – 100 • Great Wall of China South, 6666 Carmel Road – 96 • Lotus Cuisine II, 4100 Carmel Road – 93.5 • Metro Diner, 8334 Pineville-Matthews Road – 97 • Walmart Neighborhood Market, 8322 Pineville-Matthews Road – 99
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Charlotte (28227) • Aggie's Restaurant, 7209 E. W.T. Harris Blvd. – 98.5 • Big Al's Pub & Grubberia, 9306 Albemarle Road – 94.5 • Halal Food Cart III, 7308 E. Independence Blvd. – 92 • Mi Barrio's Halal Food Cart, 7308 E. Independence Blvd. – 93 Charlotte (28270) • Famous Toastery, 1640 Sardis Road N. – 96 • Murphy Oil USA, 2010 Galleria Blvd. – 98 • New Zealand Cafe, 1717 Sardis Road N. – 93 • Wendy's, 1801 Sardis Road N. – 96 Charlotte (28277) • Earth Fare (deli), 12235 N. Community House Road – 96.5 • Hawthorne's NY Pizza & Bar, 8420 Rea Road – 92.5 • Hickory Tavern Raw Bar & Grill, 11504 Providence Road – 93.5 • IHOP, 16015 Lancaster Hwy. – 98.5 • Jimmy Johns, 16015 Lancaster Hwy. – 94.5 • Market Deli, 10636 Providence Road – 94.5 • Nothing But Noodles, 7930 Rea Road – 97 • On The Green Deli, 13840 Ballantyne Corporate Place – 99 • Pizza Hut, 15105 John J Delaney Drive – 97.5 • The Q Shack, 10822 Providence Road – 98 • Saladworks, 11318 N. Community House Road – 97.5 • Salsarita's Fresh Cantina, 9941 Rea Road – 96.5 • Target (Food Avenue/Starbucks), 9870 Rea Road – 100 • Thai 1st, 9824 Rea Road – 97 • The Butchers Market, 8410 Rea Road – 98 Indian Trail • 100 Main Beef and BBQ, 7878 Idlewild Road – 94.5 • El Cafetal, 4409 Old Monroe Road – 94.5
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