MATTHEWS – Julian and Becky Aldridge haven’t had many visitors since beginning their self-imposed quarantine earlier this year. The couple – 83 and 80 years old – order supplies online and rarely … [Read more...]
Family physician provides leadership to state academy
Dr. Dimitrios (Takie) Hondros, a board-certified family physician in Matthews, was recently named president-elect of the North Carolina Academy of Family Physicians for a one-year term during the … [Read more...]
Traffic sign aims to reduce crashes with clever sayings
It’s not every day a traffic sign makes you smile, or even chuckle. “Merge Left,” “Speed Limit 45” and “Road Closed” are informative, but they’re not exactly knee-slappers and most drivers don’t pay … [Read more...]
Beeswax candles offer natural alternative
For years, Darya Kosovan burned candles in her home without a second thought. It wasn’t until she noticed black residue on her children’s noses that she began learning what’s really in many of the … [Read more...]
Jeremiah’s Italian Ice opens first N.C. location
Whoever thinks frozen treats can only be enjoyed when it’s hot outside has clearly never tried Jeremiah’s Italian Ice. With 24 flavors that change daily and can be layered with chocolate or vanilla … [Read more...]
Hunt seeks to build on first term in N.C. House
Like any newly elected representative, Rachel Hunt spent most of her first term in the N.C. House of Representatives learning the ropes, and there was a lot to learn. For starters, she didn’t realize … [Read more...]
Couple decorates front lawn with ‘Star Wars’ characters for Halloween
CHARLOTTE -- The force is strong at the home of Greg and Elizabeth Thomas and their neighbors don’t seem to mind. Every Halloween, the couple transforms their front yard into a scene featuring … [Read more...]
Pandemic prompts partners to open Fullwood Market
MATTHEWS – In the early stages of the pandemic, when schools and non-essential businesses were on lockdown, Justin Hayes and Jason Haas had an idea. “What if we open a market that promotes locally … [Read more...]
Mecklenburg District 6 race: Rodriguez-McDowell aims to keep momentum
Out of everything Susan Rodriguez-McDowell has learned while on the Mecklenburg County Board of Commissioners, one of the biggest realizations is that government moves slowly. The pace can be … [Read more...]
Community Culinary School of Charlotte to graduate 1,000th student
CHARLOTTE – Like any great success story, the Community Culinary School of Charlotte had humble beginnings. The nonprofit was founded in a one-room section of unfinished warehouse space with two … [Read more...]
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