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N.C. Rep. Hunt receptive to Matthews legislative agenda

December 3, 2020 by Justin Vick Leave a Comment

N.C. Rep. Rachel Hunt was receptive to a legislative agenda from Matthews commissioners based on the idea that the government closest to the people governs best.  Hunt, who won a second term … [Read more...]

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Feelers put out for dog park sponsors

December 3, 2020 by Justin Vick Leave a Comment

The Matthews Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resource Department asked town leaders if they had enough leash to seek private sponsorships for a future dog park.  Corey King, who directs the … [Read more...]

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Veterans request renaming Stumptown Park

December 3, 2020 by Justin Vick 2 Comments

The Hooks-Orr American Legion Post 235 has requested Matthews rename Stumptown Park to honor military veterans. This comes after the post restored the park's veterans memorial. Mayor John Higdon … [Read more...]

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Matthews town staff could get raises

December 3, 2020 by Justin Vick Leave a Comment

Matthews Town Manager Hazen Blodgett will ask commissioners Dec. 14 for a 3% raise for his staff, beginning January 2021, as well as the ability to shift the pay scale 3% to provide more competitive … [Read more...]

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Winston may close schools without board approval

December 3, 2020 by Justin Vick Leave a Comment

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools gave authority Nov. 24 to Superintendent Earnest Winston to shift individual schools from in-person to remote learning as needed through June 30 to ensure the health and … [Read more...]

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The show must go on for Matthews Playhouse

November 27, 2020 by Justin Vick Leave a Comment

Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts was supposed to be celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, but COVID-19 has prompted the community theater organization to adapt to a world in which … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Arts & Entertainment, CoverFeature, News

CMS approaches Mint Hill about new elementary school

November 19, 2020 by Justin Vick Leave a Comment

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is moving forward with plans to add an elementary school to the Mint Hill Middle School campus.  Dennis LaCaria, on behalf of the school board, has presented the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: CoverFeature, Education

CMS delays in-person instruction for middle school

November 12, 2020 by Justin Vick Leave a Comment

A shortage of available bus drivers at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools has stalled the district's plans to bring middle school students back for in-person learning beginning Nov. 23.   Instead, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: CoverFeature, Education

Goose Creek getting sewer extension

October 29, 2020 by Justin Vick Leave a Comment

Construction will begin next month on a project to extend the sewer system along the Goose Creek basin, parallel to I-485, to Mint Hill Veterans Park.  Charlotte Water held a virtual meeting … [Read more...]

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Brawley ready to return to N.C. House

October 25, 2020 by Justin Vick Leave a Comment

Bill Brawley recalls a point in 2015 when leadership within the N.C. General Assembly sought to change the way the state distributes sales tax revenue, potentially costing Mecklenburg County upwards … [Read more...]

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