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...]
‘Hotdogger’ proposes in front of Oscar Mayer Wienermobile
Zach Chatham surprises his girlfriend with a marriage proposal in front of an Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. Photo courtesy of Rob Osborne INDIAN LAND – Move over ketchup and mustard because there’s … [Read more...]
New massage spa in Matthews provides better work-life balance for couple
MATTHEWS – After a three-decade career at ADT Security Services, Joe O’Connell was burnt out and ready for a change. He wanted more work-life balance and something he and his wife, Jen, could do … [Read more...]
Matthews HELP Center fundraiser reaches $100K goal
MATTHEWS – Last week, former Mayor Jim Taylor was a little worried the campaign to support the Matthews HELP Center wouldn’t reach its $100,000 goal by Labor Day. But a final bump in donations – … [Read more...]
Handmade greeting cards bring joy to others
CHARLOTTE – Gayle Somervell felt isolated in the early months of COVID-19. She missed her friends and family and was struggling to have real connections without face-to-face interaction. “You can … [Read more...]
Stumptown Station wants a chance to reopen
MATTHEWS – Stumptown Station has been waiting for the OK to reopen ever since closing its doors more than five months ago per Gov. Roy Cooper’s orders due to COVID-19. During that time, the … [Read more...]
Air Force veteran plays ‘Taps’ daily for his neighborhood
MATTHEWS – Every evening before sunset, Steve Davis stands on his front porch, raises his trumpet to his mouth and plays “Taps.” The sound echoes down Wilcrest Drive and across the Country Place … [Read more...]
Matthews HELP Center fundraiser closes in on $100K goal
MATTHEWS – A campaign to support the Matthews HELP Center is $20,000 shy of its $100,000 goal and is looking to the community to help finish the effort by Labor Day. “We think that if people can give … [Read more...]
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