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pring is in the air! But, let’s be honest.

This is North Carolina. Spring is sporadically in the air thought most of our winters. Nevertheless, the season where everything begins anew officially starts this month. It will finally be time to get outside and enjoy all our county has to offer.

I remember loving this time of year as a child for several reasons. Primarily, it signified the beginning of the end of the school year.

All the flowers were in bloom. Colder temperatures began to give way to warmer weather, which brought back the birds from their journey further south. Easter was right around the corner. Truly, there’s so much to love about this time of year.

This month, we’ve got a preview of festivals and things to do this season, as well as some helpful tips to plant that perfect Spring garden! Did you know there are 14 area festivals in our area this Spring? We’ve got great information on each one so you can plan your weekends right up until summer!

Speaking of schedules, the arts community has no lack in their offerings as well. There are several events taking place this season you won’t want to miss and we have all the details.

Finally, everyone loves sitting outdoors during this time of year, but what should you plant in order to keep the birds and the right insects happy, while keeping mosquitoes away? We’ve done our research and have some answers in that department as well!

So, after reading this issue, get out and enjoy Cabarrus County in all its spring glory. Take advantage of the season or you just might miss it!

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FEATURES 6

Hop into Spring Festivities!

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The Arts Scene This Spring

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A Little Garden Talk about the Birds and the Bees

REGULARS 11 12

Cannon Pharmacy: Good Nutrition

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Cabarrus Business: On the Go

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March Events Calendar

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Business Resources: At a Glance

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There is fun for every age this spring all over Cabarrus County!

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into Spring Festivities!

BY KIMBERLY BROUILLETTE

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pring is coming soon and with it, there’s going to be a great deal of fun, festivals and entertainment happening in and around Cabarrus County. We’ve compiled a great assortment of events in approximate calendar order that will give you plenty to do and enjoy with your friends and family members.

Also, don’t forget to check out our calendar of events on cabarrusmagazine.com for additional things to do that may be added after this issue is released. Make plans now and have a great time!

12th Annual Harrisburg 5K, Fun Run and Health Expo

March 28th, 8 a.m.

The Harrisburg YMCA, Harrisburg Parks & Recreation and the Southwest Cabarrus Rotary are partnering to present the 12th Annual Harrisburg 5K, Fun Run and Health Expo, and are offering the

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The Harrisburg Health Expo, held in Veteran’s Park behind Harrisburg Town Hall, offers a wide variety of health and wellness information from local hospitals, doctors, massage therapists, nutritionists, gyms and other health-related organizations.

There are also free children’s activities for kids to enjoy after the races.

For more information or to sign up to participate, visit their website at runsignup.com/Race/NC/Harrisburg/ Harrisburg5K.

Harrisburg’s Bar Ba Brew

March 28th, 12 p.m.-6 p.m.

Stick around after the races for the Harrisburg “Bar Ba Brew,” which will be held from 12-6 p.m on Professional Blvd. This event has been organized to raise money for the NorthEast Foundation Jeff Gordon Children’s Center. Adult tickets can be pre-purchased through Eventbrite.com for $20.00, or $30.00 at the door, however kids 12 years and under are free. See the Facebook event page for additional information. Come out and help a wonderful cause while having a great time!

Cabarrus Brewing Company’s “Hoppy 4th Beerthday to Us!”

March 13th-15th Cabarrus Brewing Company’s “Hoppy 4th Beerthday to Us!” will be filled with fun times, great music and delicious beer. On Friday, they’ll begin the celebration by releasing their new Irish Cream Coffee Blonde at 4 p.m. and their 2020 Live Music Season Kickoff from 7-10 p.m. The 2020 CabCo Food Truck Friday Season Kickoff will run from 6-10 p.m. On Saturday, the first 50 people who come through the doors will receive free t-shirts. Live music will begin with Province of Thieves from 2-5 p.m., while Barnes & the Heart will play from 7-10 p.m.

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Brew-Grass Sunday will continue the event with a good ol’ fashioned pickin’ session out on the patio (weather permitting) when special guests Crystal Fountains plays from 2-5 p.m. The weekend celebration will wind down at 7 p.m. Due to the anticipated crowds, drink tokens will be sold for beers at $6 each, or 4 for $22. Visit cabarrusbrewing.com or their Facebook events pages for more details.

6th Annual Spring at the Farm Antiques Festival

April 4th, 8 a.m.-4 p.m The 6th Annual Spring at the Farm Antiques Festival will be hosted by Ruffin’s Roost in Mt. Pleasant. You won’t want to miss the opportunity to shop from over 50 vendors selling vintage garden, architectural, primitive, mid-century, antiques, upcycled clothing and jewelry, retro, industrial, handmade soaps and candles and many more incredible items. Stroll through the historic farm and listen to live bluegrass music.

Amazing BBQ will be prepared by the Mt. Pleasant Volunteer Fire Department. For more information, see the Facebook event page or call 980-622-0015.

N.C Transportation Museum’s Easter Bunny Express April 4th-5th & 10th-11th

For those with children, the N.C Transportation Museum in Spencer will be hosting their annual Easter

Bunny Express. You’re invited to ride the rails with the Easter bunny as he gives out treats and takes photos. Enjoy plenty of fun activities scheduled for each day, including face painting, crafts, balloon artists, inflatables and much more! Easter egg hunts will be held on April 10th and 11th only. Steam locomotive caboose rides will be available on April 11th only. For ticket prices, train ride times and more information, visit www.nctrans.org/Events/Easter.aspx.

15th Annual Spring Plant & Herb Festival

April 18th, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Those with green thumbs will enjoy the 15th Annual Spring Plant & Herb Festival being hosted by the Extension Master Gardener Volunteers of Cabarrus County at the Cabarrus Arena & Events Center. Everyone can get in with free admission to see over 70 vendors, who’ll be onsite with a huge selection of plants, garden art and food available for purchase. Visit mastergardenerscabarrus.org for more information.

Cabarrus Brewing Company’s 3rd Annual CBC Spring Fest Vendor Market April 18th, 12 p.m.-7 p.m.

Over 100 vendors and small businesses will be onsite for the 3rd Annual CBC Spring Fest Vendor Market. Come by and enjoy supporting local businesses by shopping handmade crafts, jewelry, artists, services and much more.

For vendor information, please email lorimerthornton@gmail.com.

Visit cabarrusbrewing.com or their Facebook events pages for more details.

The Loch Norman Highland Games

April 17th-19th The Loch Norman Highland Games in Huntersville is celebrating

their 27th anniversary. This family-friendly event is presented

by Historic Rural Hill. Come and experience all the fun with Highland dancing, bagpipe bands, Celtic rock, traditional performers, and Scottish country dancing. Some of the most popular highlights are the Highland athletic competitions, kilted running events and historic reenactments. Shoot long bows and blowguns, or throw a battle axe and so much more! Plenty of Scottish clan societies and merchants will be onsite. Enjoy savory hearth cooking, as well as N.C. beer, wine and whiskey tastings. For tickets or more information, visit lochnorman.com.

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26 Acres Brewing Company’s April Market

April 25th, 1 p.m.-6 p.m.

The April Market will be hosted by 26 Acres Brewing Company in Concord, where over 20 local artists and vendors will be featured at this indoor and pet-friendly market.

For more information, check out their Facebook event page, or call 980-277-2337.

Rocky River Vineyard’s Annual Spring Festival

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Rocky River Vineyard’s Annual Spring Festival in Midland will have music, food trucks, lots of local craft vendors, wine slushies, VIP Tables, dancing, desserts and much more!

For more information, check out their Facebook event page, or call 704-781-5035.

Jiggy with the Piggy

April 29th-May 3rd The largest festival being held in Cabarrus County this spring will be Jiggy with the Piggy, hosted by the City of Kannapolis. According to Annette Privette, Director of Communications & Marketing, the festival was recently being named

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as a “Top 20 Event by the Southeast Tourism Society,” and has earned respect among the barbecue circuit with over 50 teams having already registered in the BBQ Challenge Competition for this year. The BBQ teams will come from across the U.S. and will compete for top bragging rights and prize money. This is one of the largest sanctioned events by the Kansas City Barbeque Society.

Most of the events throughout the Jiggy with the Piggy festival are free to the public, and include live concerts, Kannapolis Cannon Ballers’ baseball games and a free Toy Story 4 movie viewing at Veteran’s Park.

This 5-day festival has something going on for the entire family every day, plus more than 100 arts and crafts vendors. Of course, there will be plenty of great barbecue and other food available for purchase, with proceeds going to benefit a large variety of local non-profit organizations. Note that no pets are allowed, except for official service dogs. Since this is a family-friendly event, no smoking is allowed.

The highlighted evening of Jiggy with the Piggy will take place on Friday, May 1st. At 5 p.m., the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers will play against the Lexington Legends in

their brand new baseball stadium.

From 6-8 p.m., the People’s Choice Wing Tasting Competition will take place, where festival attendees can purchase blocks of (10) samples for $10 (while supplies last). At 8:30 p.m., the signature free concert will be Grammy Nominated and Multi-Platinum Artist Sammy Kershaw, followed by a professional fireworks display. There isn’t space in this article to list all of the fun things to do at the festival, so to see a full list of events, visit kannapolisnc.gov/ Community/Jiggy-With-the-Piggy/ Schedule-of-Events.

Jiggy with the Piggy 5K race April 29th, 6:30 p.m.

As one of the first events of the festival, the Jiggy with the Piggy 5K race will begin on Wednesday, April 29th at 6:30 p.m., and is sponsored

by Atrium Health. Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities are invited to participate. There is a $15 registration fee for participants.

For more information about race registration, email Laura Evans at levans@kannapolisnc.gov, or visit runkannapolis.com.

Downtown Concord’s “Spring into Arts” Festival May 9th, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.

As usual, the “Spring into the Arts” Festival will be held on Union Street in Concord. According to Holly Sloop, associate director with Downtown Concord and 10 | Cabarrus Magazine

Development Corp., this annual festival is a way to celebrate visual and performing arts in Downtown Concord and will have approximately 80 arts and craft vendors of primarily handmade and locally sourced items.

Local shops, wineries, breweries and restaurants will be open, plus additional food trucks on site.

For the first time, there will be two concert stages where live music will be played throughout the day.

The north stage will be located in front of the Concord Library, and the south stage in front of the Cabarrus County courthouse. Kid’s activity events and crafts will take place at the library, with additional interactive crafts and games organized by the Concord Parks and Recreation Department. Another new addition to the festival will be inflatables for kids to play on. All events are open to the public and free. For general festival information or for vendor registration, visit the event page at concorddowntown.com.

Gold Rush Art and Craft Festival

May 9th, 10 a.m-5 p.m.

The Gold Rush Art and Craft Festival will be hosted in the quaint and unique Village of Historic Gold Hill and sponsored by the Gold Hill Merchants’ Association. Local artists will be located all around the village with its nine shops and Mama T’s Restaurant. For more information on this event or vendor registration, go to goldhillnc.com for details and application.

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utrition is a very important part of our health that we as Americans do not have a good grasp on. Have you ever thought about how important nutrition can be for your health? As a country, fewer than 1 in 10 children and adults eat enough vegetables and fewer than 1 in 7 adults eat enough fruit. The 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, recommends that adults consume 1.5-2 cups of fruits and 2-3 cups of vegetables per day.1 Where do you fall in based on these recommendations?

Poor nutrition contributes to many diseases such as obesity, heart disease, diabetes and more. Good nutrition is essential in keeping America healthy and it’s been shown that those who have a healthier diet live longer and are at lower risk for these health conditions.1 The food pyramid was used to calculate how many servings of each food group one should have per day.

Many never used this information to fix their meals. A new way to view nutritional needs at each meal is the “MyPlate Method,” and is being used to help guide eating habits and portions of foods.

The MyPlate method cuts your plate into different sections to get the appropriate amount of each food group for a healthy diet. It divides your plate into four different sections.

Half of your plate is fruits (¼ cup) and vegetables (½ cup). A quarter of your plate is grains, specifically whole grains and grains high in fiber (½ cup) and the other quarter is proteins, seafood, eggs, beans, chicken, etc. (¼ cup).2 Lower fat dairy products are preferred and are a great source of calcium but should be used in moderation and are not a necessity at each meal. Try limiting added sugars, saturated fats and sodium by reading nutrition labels, and remember that fresh produce is always best. For even more help, MyPlate offers an app to help you keep track.

Remember that every person is different and thus there are variations to everyone’s plate.

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Arts Scene This Spring!

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BY: JASON HUDDLE

“The arts and humanities teach us who we are and what we can be. They lie at the very core of the culture of which we’re a part.”

—President Ronald Reagan

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n a time where everything seems to be polarized, the arts have a way of bringing people together. When we can’t agree on who should be president, or what laws should or shouldn’t be enacted, the visual and performing arts allow our minds to escape and our thoughts to explore what might be possible.

For a community of under 200,000 residents, Cabarrus County has an impressive arts scene. From juried art exhibitions to performances of Broadway musicals and nationally known musical acts, there is something for everyone in the region.

This season, there are three venues offering that aforementioned escape and many opportunities to let your mind wander.

A fun and engaging story that highlights the importance of friends, an atypical definition of what family is all about, as well as many ABBA classics such as, “Dancing Queen”.

Mamma Mia! At Old Courthouse Theatre May 7-17

This popular musical, set on a Greek island and based around the iconic music of ABBA, tells the story of Sophie, a young woman who is soon to be married. All she wants to make her wedding perfect is to be walked down the aisle by her father. There’s only one problem.

Sophie doesn’t quite know who her real father is. Her single mother, Donna, could not be sure exactly whom he is either, because of several relationships she had around the time her daughter would have been conceived. After finding her mother’s

pregnancy diary, it is determined there are three possible fathers.

Sophie then decides to invite all three men, Sam, Bill & Harry to her wedding in hopes she can discover which one is her actual father.

What follows is a fun and engaging story that highlights the importance of friends, an atypical definition of what family is all about, as well as many ABBA classics such as, “Take a Chance on Me”, “Dancing Queen” and, of course, “Mamma Mia!”.

This production, directed by Jerry Skaggs, will be the fifth and final show of Old Courthouse Theatre’s 44th season. However, it was not included as part of the season ticket package. Therefore, season-ticket holders will need to purchase a separate ticket for the show.

The run will begin May 7 and will run through May 17. Visit octconcord.com for showtimes and to purchase tickets.

(Top and Bottom Left) Mamma Mia!, playing Old Courthouse Theater in May, is sure to dazzle musical fans, especially those who love the music of ABBA. (Top and Bottom Right) The juried art show at Clearwater Art Center and Studios has a variety of art on display, and for sale, through March 26.

Clear Water Art Center & Studios

Now it their 50th year, the Cabarrus Art Guild has found a new home at Clearwater Art Center & Studios, located near downtown Concord. As a result, they are utilizing the center to host their annual juried art show for the first time.

The show consists of a plethora of art, ranging from paintings to woodworking and glasswork as well.

“The guild is really good at reaching out to a variety of artists,” director of the art center, Sarah Gay, said in a recent episode of the Up Front with Cabarrus Magazine podcast, entitled, “Cabin Fever!”.

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Canadian Folk Jazz Singer, David Myles, will be performing at The Davis Theater on March 21.

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”The woodturners also do demonstrations on (open house) days as well, which is not something you would normally see if you just came in on a normal day.”

—Sarah Gay The art show is open to the public during normal operational hours and runs through March 26.

In addition, there are several other events taking place at Clearwater this Spring, including the RCCC annual student art show, which will launch with a public reception on April 3. For this event, faculty from the school select the best works of art to be on display and, in some cases, for sale.

Another regular event at the center includes an open house that takes place on the second Saturday of each month.

On these days, the public is invited to come watch and interact with artists as they work, ask questions, enjoy the art on display and, perhaps, purchase some as well. “The woodturners also do demonstrations on those days as well,” explained Gay, “Which is not something you would normally see if you just came in on a normal day.” Each open house runs from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m.

A new monthly event just added to the calendar is “Yoga in the Gallery”, taking place on the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m until 7:30 p.m. The class is led by certified and registered yoga instructor, Vicki Geros and all skill levels are welcomed. The cost for each class is $6.

Visit clearwaterartists.com for more information on these and other events at the center.

The Galleries/ Davis Theater

Of course, the Cabarrus Arts Council always has something for

(top left) The RCCC Student Art Show is coming to Clearwater Art Center and Studios in April. (top right) Susan Werner will be performing at the Davis Theater On Mar. 21 (bottom left) Melinda Doolittle will take the Davis Theater stage on Mar.7 (bottom right) Acoustic roots band, The Steel Wheels is coming to The Davis Theater April 4.

art lovers of many varieties available at their building, located inside the historic Cabarrus County courthouse in downtown Concord, which is also the home of The Galleries, as well as The Davis Theater.

Currently on display in The Galleries this spring is the exhibition entitled, “Tone”. This treat for photographic art enthusiasts. Running now through April 25, the show features local photographic educators and their mentees, who have become colleagues, according to the Arts Council website. “Tone explores various approaches to photography, the relationship between mentor and mentee, and interpretations of the word, ‘tone’.” The galleries are open Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.

The Galleries will also be hosting a “Family Day” on April 25, where families can come and create art at different workstations set up throughout The Galleries. Designed

“Tone explores various approaches to photography, the relationship between mentor and mentee, and interpretations of the word, ‘tone’”.

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“Tone”, a photographic exhibition, is currently showing in The Galleries through April 25.

for preschool and elementary-aged children, the event is free and runs from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m..

The Davis Theatre is featuring three acts this month and next.

Kicking things off will be former American Idol finalist, Melinda Doolittle on March 7. Once tonedeaf as a child, Doolittle was undaunted by those around her who begged her not to sing. Then, in seventh grade, she entered a talent competition, nailed the vocals and thus began a career that has taken her to sing at the White House, Carnegie Hall and as a featured guest of the Boston Pops.

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Aretha Franklin, BeBe and CeCe Winans, Aaron Neville and Johnny Lang.

Next, on March 21, two famed singer/songwriters, Susan Werner and David Myles will take the Davis Theater stage. Werner has been praised as an “innovative” songwriter with and exciting live show, while Myles is a highly respected Canadian folk jazz singer, whom the arts council website calls, “part soulful pop crooner and part back porch roots.”

Finally, on April 4, The Steel Wheels, a Virginia-based, acoustic roots band, will be performing as well. The band, composed of Trent Wagler (guitar/banjo), Eric Brubaker (fiddle), Brian Dickle (bass), Jay Lapp

(guitars/mandolin) and Kevin Garcia (percussion), released its seventh album, Over the Trees, in July 2019.

“We know where we come from. We are a string band from Virginia, but we are evolving with this album, and we are embracing the future,” stated Wagler on the band’s website.

Visit cabarrusartscouncil.com for more information on these events and to purchase tickets.

In addition to these events, there are others happening around the area as well, including the Spring into Arts festival, also featured in the month’s edition. Be sure to check out Cabarrus Magazine’s online community calendar (cabarrusmagazine.com), for events happening in the region each day.

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A Little Garden Talk About

the Birds and the Bees

BY PAMILLA S. TOLEN

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pring is almost here, so it’s finally time when everyone can look forward to those times outdoors.

Whether it’s entertaining in backyards, or sitting on porches or decks, soon everyone can enjoy the wonderful weather and scenery that warm weather brings. Better still, as green leaves begin to peak out from their tree branches, it’s easy to envision working on the yard once again. Planting beautiful perennials can brighten

surroundings and lift our spirits, while vegetable and herb gardens provide a fresh taste to the dinner table.

Unfortunately, the warm weather also brings the most hated nemesis to outdoor enjoyment — bugs! Whether it’s flies, aphids or mosquitoes, bugs eat away at everyone’s patience by eating plants and vegetables or biting people.

This is the time to decide on a plan to curtail these pesky pests — before getting started on planting.

Carefully choosing plants can be very helpful in achieving the desired goals. However, when choosing plants that enhance any landscape, several things need to be considered with those choices. Allergies and available sunlight are two important things that should be well-planned.

For example, marigolds are beautiful and add a variety of color to any yard, in addition to providing a fantastic, natural insect repellant. Although

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“A bird-friendly garden is one that provides the resources that birds need to thrive — and that includes bugs!”

—Audubon Society

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very beautiful, marigolds can play havoc with those who have allergies.

Since they have a distinctive smell that repels mosquitoes and other garden pests, their strong aroma can also be overpowering when grown in large quantities. Also, they need significant sunlight to thrive.

Marigolds are also great in gardens to keep away the tomato worms, squash bugs and other aphids that feed on the leaves of garden vegetable plants. Whenever planning a garden, a few of them should be dispersed amongst the plants, especially close to tomatoes, squash and melons.

Another plant that is both popular and lush with color is lavender, whose fragrance is soothing to smell. Lavender produces a mass of flowers from late spring to mid-summer and is a good plant for tough growing conditions, including heat and humidity, and even drought. Like marigolds, it needs full sun.

Lavender can also be dried and hung in closets in order to repel moths and silverfish that like to feed on clothing.

In an outside environment, lavender is not only beautiful and fragrant, but also repels insects. While it is very pleasant to human senses, most bugs just don’t like it. The only exception is bees. Although it repels most insects, it attracts bees. They love it!

According to the Medical News Today newsletter, lavender comes from Africa and the Mediterranean mountains. It is grown for the essential oils that are extracted and used in a variety of methods such as diffusers, sprays, ointments, etc. The medicinal benefits that have been demonstrated include treatments for anxiety, fungal infections, hair loss and wounds. So yes, lavender can potentially help people sleep better.

In the spring, a very common pest that is common to this area are ants.

They come nonstop, invading every area of our homes, including the kitchen and pantry wherever food can be found. It’s often a never-ending battle to find the source from where they originate. A plant that may help

deal with this aggravation is mint.

Not only is mint beautiful, but ants hate it. Setting a few pots of mint around doorways will help to eliminate this problem.

A great choice for your porch or deck is lemongrass, which originated in India and tropical Asia. It’s fast growing and fragrant and can be planted as a border around decks and porches, or in containers that sit on the floor.

Lemongrass tolerates heat or light shade well, but not frost. It takes about 100 days for the grass to grow after planting. It should be planted in early spring after any frost has passed. To get a jumpstart on planting, lemongrass can be grown it in containers and placed in a dark place during the winter for planting outside in early spring. This plant likes hot weather but also needs well-drained soil to thrive. It’s beautiful when planted among ornamental grasses. The reason lemongrass is so popular is that it contains citronella, which is a common ingredient in the products we buy to repel mosquitos. Lemongrass can grow up to 4 feet tall and creates a natural buffer against those mosquitos that seem to want to eat everyone alive.

Another flowering plant that produces splashes of different colors is the petunia. These annuals are beautiful funnel-shaped flowers that give off a perfumed licorice scent which also repels insects. While the fragrance of the petunia is very pleasant to most people, insect pests and aphids don’t like it and stay away. Because they are annuals, they will come back every year without replanting.

The best plan for your garden is to plant a diversity of native plants.

Every plant doesn’t need to have built-in insect repellent. Native plants attract other insect predators such as dragonflies, praying mantises and ladybugs. The idea should be to prepare a garden that maintains a healthy balance.

Whenever planting a garden, whether it contains green or flowering plants or vegetables and herbs, a good place to begin is by designing a garden

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that maintains a healthy ecological balance. While a personal goal maybe to keep those pesky insects as far away from personal outdoor enjoyment as possible, it is important to also consider the birds, bees and butterflies which make that same environment their home.

Birds are another great resource to control plant-eating insects. According to the Audubon Society, “A birdfriendly garden is one that provides the resources that birds need to thrive — and that includes bugs! Insects are in important element of many birds’ diets and are particularly critical for baby birds: 96% of land birds feed insects to their chicks.”

When considering modern-day plant treatment remedies, something to be concerned about is called “Neonicotinoids.” They fall into a class of insecticides that are chemically related to nicotine, which targets certain receptors in the nervous system.

According to the Audubon Society, they were approved in the 1990’s.

They became popular because they were water soluble and plants could easily absorb the repellent when it was mixed with water. The plants retained the pesticide in its tissues for a length of time, therefore warding off offending insects.

It is important to note that several studies show that these pesticides are harmful to birds, along with other insect pollinators, such as bees. Due to the popularity of these “neonics”, many nurseries began using them in order to reduce damage to plants before they are sold. If you are interested in pursuing more information available about the effects of these products on bees and other insect pollinators, www.Xerces.org provides an excellent online resource.

According to regenertive.com, eleven of the most common species of insect eating birds are found in the Piedmont area of North Carolina.

Bluebirds eat snails, ants and sow bugs. Chickadees eat insects, such as aphids, caterpillars, leafhoppers, moth and beetles. Nuthatches’ entire diet

[ Feature ] consists of insects, especially for their chicks. Since they don’t migrate, they also provide pest control during winter months. Nighthawks specialize in consuming flying insects, such as flying ants, grasshoppers, leaf chafers and moths. Swallows hunt winged insects, including ants, moths, grasshoppers and flies. Yellow Warblers eat mainly caterpillars.

Woodpeckers consume moth larvae, wood-boring beetles, ants, caterpillars and millipedes. Wrens eat every insect from boll weevils and stinkbugs to caterpillars and millipedes. Cardinals, the North Carolina state bird, prefer different types of beetles, along with grasshoppers and caterpillars. Finches eat beetles as well as aphids and are particularly useful in controlling the variety of beetles that enjoy backyard gardens. Finally, Sparrows consume large quantities of ants, beetles and grasshoppers.

It’s impossible to complete a perfectly designed, ecological garden without including the bees.

Bees and butterflies are necessary to pollinate those colorful flowers and delicious herbs and vegetables. In order to attract bees and butterflies to your garden you also need to plant some nectar producing flowers. Some of these plants that can be found in the Cabarrus area include snapdragons; milkweed; aster; bougainvillea; Echinacea; thistle; sunflower; Hibiscus; morning glory; lantana; Oleander and mint. This is just a short list, but a more extensive list of flowers can be obtained on lotusland.org.

Having established a goal to achieve a more ecologically based garden, it’s time to choose the specific flowers and plants to keep personal spaces insect-free, while attracting and sustaining a variety of birds, bees and butterflies that add to a garden’s beauty. With proper planning, just about anyone can create a landscape that is eye-catching, relaxing and accommodating to outdoor living.

With that goal in mind have a wonderful spring and summer, and happy planting!

“Native plants attract insect predators such as ladybugs.”

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WHAT’S NEW IN CABARRUS COUNTY

Shark Tank’s Cinnaholic Rolling Out in Concord

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innaholic, the gourmet cinnamon roll bakery acclaimed for serving innovative cinnamon roll creations, has opened its third metro Charlotte location at 3050 Derita Rd. in Concord.

The grand opening signifies meaningful and continued growth for the gourmet cinnamon roll chain. The new Concord location joins nearly 40 existing locations in 15 states and Canada. Cinnaholic gained national attention after the company was featured on ABC’s hit show “Shark Tank.” The fast-growing brand was also recently featured on Entrepreneur magazine’s Franchise 500® list. Cinnaholic began franchising in 2014 and currently has over 100 units in development, including locations in the Raleigh, Atlanta, Birmingham and Tampa markets.

“There is a tremendous amount of excitement to serve our award-winning cinnamon rolls to the people of Concord,” said Melissa Gilley, owner of the new Cinnaholic location.

“I’m happy to be serving desserts that cater to those with

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dietary restrictions and provide a space for everyone to feel welcomed,” added Gilley, who is opening the bakery with her husband, Chris.

In addition to opening Cinnaholic, Melissa and Chris both have backgrounds in the hospitality industry, where they gained the customer service and management skills needed to effectively run their bakery. The duo is excited to offer jobs to individuals with various abilities, inspired by their son who has cerebral palsy, as well as serve delicious allergyfriendly desserts to the community.

The Gilley’s say their cinnamon roll experience is unlike any other. “Customers can choose from a variety of Cinnaholic’s signature frosting flavors and toppings to create their very own, mouthwatering cinnamon roll experience,” they stated in a press release. “Customers can expect nothing less than the highest quality ingredients, as the plantbased bakery franchise was founded upon a commitment that all ingredients must be animal-free and free of dairy,

[ On the Go ] lactose, eggs and cholesterol. The bakery will also serve local coffee.”

“Melissa and Chris are the perfect partners to grow the Cinnaholic brand in Concord,” said Spencer Reid, president of Cinnaholic. “Their commitment to the community is outstanding, and they truly understand the Cinnaholic concept and business model.”

For more information on Cinnaholic, visit cinnaholic.com.

RCCC Board Appoints Two New Leaders

The Rowan-Cabarrus Community College (RCCC) Board of Trustees recently appointed two chief officers to the College’s executive leadership team. Nekita Eubanks has been appointed as the Chief Officer of Human Resources, and Sarah Walker was appointed as the College’s new Chief Officer of Governance, Advancement and Community Relations.

Nekita “Nikki” Eubanks joined Rowan-Cabarrus in March of 2010 and has nearly 20 years of experience in human resources. She holds a master’s degree in human resources management and a bachelor’s degree in human relations, along with Civil Rights Investigations and 504 Coordination certifications from ATIXA and various certifications in employee behavior. This year, Eubanks graduated from a three-year college administration program with the College Business Management Institute.

She also serves as Director at Large for the North Carolina University Professional Association for Human Resources, representing all 58 of the state’s community colleges.

“I am excited to have the opportunity to continue working with the best employees in Rowan and Cabarrus counties and to work for a visionary college president,” Eubanks said. “I believe we succeed when we take up an idea, dream it and believe in it!”

Sarah Walker previously served as an executive director leading the College’s governance, foundation operations, public information, and grants management and development. She holds a master’s degree in public administration and a Bachelor of Science degree, as well as two national fundraising credentials, Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) and a Certificate in Fund Raising Management (CFRM). Walker also serves on various community and statewide committees, including the City of Salisbury’s 20-Year Comprehensive Plan Steering Committee and the North Carolina Community College System’s statewide enrollment management committee.

“I am so proud of the work Rowan-Cabarrus does to make a difference in our communities, and it is my absolute honor to play a small role in helping our students achieve their dreams,” Walker said. “I am grateful to the President, the Board of Trustees, the Foundation Board Directors, and to the College for investing in me. This is more than a job – it is a vocation and I am thankful for the opportunity to make a true difference in the lives of our students.”

Nikki Eubanks and Sarah Walker

With their appointments, effective Jan. 1, 2020, Eubanks and Walker are members of Dr. Carol Spalding’s President’s Cabinet at Rowan-Cabarrus.

“Nikki Eubanks and Sarah Walker are talented, strategic, purposeful leaders, and I could not be more pleased to have them as part of our Cabinet and leadership team,” Spalding said. “They are visionary leaders and are an integral part of our mission to be a leading educational institute that propels our region forward and improves the lives of its citizens.”

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Cabarrus County Community Foundation Announces $74,000 in Grants

The Cabarrus County Community Foundation recently awarded $74,000 in grants to 18 local nonprofits. For the third year in a row, the foundation experienced tremendous growth in its grantmaking program, with local grants up from $55,000 in 2016. The grants primarily supported arts and culture, education, health, housing and human services initiatives.

This growth was thanks to the generosity of two anonymous Cabarrus County donors and the community’s enthusiastic response. Combined over the past two years, the community has raised over $75,000 from more than 80 gifts, resulting in match contributions of $175,000. “In the past two years, our grantmaking has dramatically increased and our endowment has grown nearly 30 percent,” said Vernon Russell, board chair. “We are grateful to the anonymous

donor – and to each and every community member who made a gift to help us meet the match!”

Boys & Girls Club of Cabarrus County was one of the beneficiaries of a grant this year, with funds supporting an afterschool program. “We are so grateful to receive this grant. These funds will help our Project Youth participants with homework, tutoring, and learning activities to keep them successful in school,” said Valerie Melton, executive director.

Among the grants, were: • $8,000 to Cabarrus Cooperative Christian Ministry to help empower homeless families towards independent stability • $8,000 to Community Free Clinic to provide free treatment services • $5,000 to Junior Charity League for the Mariam C. Schramm Clothing Room • $5,000 to Opportunity House to provide housing for individuals in Cabarrus County

The Cabarrus County Community Foundation is a regional affiliate of Foundation For The Carolinas. For a full listing of the grants and projects awarded

by CCCF, visit cabarruscounty-cf.org.

Corely Named Concord Water Resources Director

Jeff Corley’s promotion to Water Resources Director was recently announced by City Manager, Lloyd Payne. Corley has worked in several engineering and management roles with the City of Concord over the last fifteen years.

“Since joining Team Concord in 2005, Jeff has progressed through various positions with the City culminating with his latest promotion. Jeff was placed in the Interim Water Resources Director role after the untimely passing of our friend and Teammate, Christie (Putnam) Huneycutt,” said Payne. “Jeff has continued to excel and I am confident he will continue to do so while taking

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the Water Resources Department to new heights.”

The Water Resources Department manages the City’s drinking water production and distribution, stormwater management, and sewer collection systems for Concord residents as well as many customers outside of City limits.

“Jeff is a great new member of our leadership team,” said Assistant City Manager LeDerick Blackburn. “His deep experience in Concord and professional abilities combine to make him the ideal next leader for Water Resources.”

Corley began his career with the City of Concord in 2005 as a Project Engineer and has progressed through various positions within the Engineering and Water Resources Departments, most recently serving as the Deputy Director of Water Resources.

“It is a tremendous honor to be selected to lead such a great department,” said Corley. “I look forward to continuing to invest in our community’s water, sewer and stormwater infrastructure while also enhancing our customer experience and investing in our amazing co-workers.”

He is a licensed Professional Engineer in North and South Carolina and is a member of many professional and industry associations.

Cannon Ballers Reveal Game Times; Fireworks Schedule for Inaugural Season

With the excitement building for Opening Day, the Kannapolis Cannon Ballers announced game times and scheduled fireworks dates for the

inaugural 2020 season. The 70-game home schedule will feature 16 fireworks shows, including a display each Saturday night.

The Cannon Ballers will officially take flight and celebrate Opening Day in Kannapolis on Thursday, April 16 at 7 p.m. Following the conclusion of the game, the team will light up the Kannapolis night sky with a postgame fireworks extravaganza. The fun continues during opening weekend as the team welcomes fans to enjoy another display on April 18, the first of 11 Saturday fireworks games.

Similar to previous seasons, the Cannon Ballers will take the field at 7 p.m. for the majority of weeknight and Saturday games. On Sundays, fans can plan for a family-friendly 1:30 p.m. game time, with the exception of three Sunday night games (May 24, July 5, Sept. 6) that will include post-game fireworks to celebrate Memorial Day, Independence Day and Labor Day. With Memorial Day falling on a Monday (May 25), the Cannon Ballers will have the first pitch at 1:30 p.m.

Wednesday, April 29 and Wednesday, May 13 have been designated “Education Days,” with start times scheduled for 10:30 a.m. On these special dates, the Cannon Ballers invite schools and educational groups from the surrounding areas out to the ballpark at a discounted rate. In addition to the action on the field, students will be exposed to STEMrelated programming, exhibits, and displays.

In conjunction with the signature Jiggy with the Piggy event, the Cannon Ballers have scheduled a special 5 p.m start time on Friday, May 1 to accommodate festivalgoers.

Celebrating our nation’s independence, the Sports & Entertainment Venue will provide post-game fireworks for fans, not just on July 4 (6 p.m.), but also on July 5.

In doing so, the Cannon Ballers plan to celebrate Independence Day for fans near and far with two of the biggest fireworks shows of the season.

With a fun new twist on camp days,

the Cannon Ballers will be introducing Kinetic by Windstream “Splash Days” on July 7 and July 29, with both games starting at 12 p.m. During these midday games, camps will have the opportunity to take advantage of the state-of-the-art splash pad that is being installed down the left field line.

To wrap up the inaugural season, the Cannon Ballers will light the fuse on back-to-back fireworks nights in the final home series against the Greensboro Grasshoppers on Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6, both at 7 p.m. The 2020 regular season finale will take place on Labor Day, September 7 at 1:30 p.m.

Visit kcballers.com or contact 704-932-3267 for more information.

FIREWORKS SHOWS BY MONTH April: 16 / 18 May: 2 / 16 / 23 / 24 June: 6 / 27 July: 4 / 5 / 18 August: 1 / 15 / 29 September: 5 / 6

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SELF-GUIDED HISTORIC WALKING TOUR Daily Downtown Concord • Take a step back in time with the touch of a button when you download the Concord Downtown NC App to your Bluetooth-enabled device.

• More than 50 historic sites; follow along at your leisure. concorddowntown.com; 704-784-4208

OUT & ABOUT IN CABARRUS COUNTY

“I AM” WELLNESS WOMEN’S CIRCLE Each Thursday • 6:45-7:45 p.m.

David W. Phillips Activity Center 936 Burrage Rd., NE, Concord • $10/student, per class • Learn new ways how to manage and reduce your daily stress levels as you face everyday challenges due to caregiving, divorce, work, family and other life situations.

• Sponsored by Concord Parks & Recreation Dept.

Call 704-920-5600, or visit stepinsidethecircle.com for more information

PIEDMONT FARMERS MARKET Every Saturday 8 a.m.-Noon 518 Winecoff School Road, Concord • Open year-round. Fresh local produce, honey, free-range eggs, antibiotic- and hormone-free beef, chicken and pork. piedmontfarmersmarket.com; 704-425-5559

MELINDA DOOLITTLE March 7 • 8 p.m.-10 p.m.

The Davis Theatre 65 Union St., South, Concord • American Idol finalist and stage phenom delivers flawless vocals with mesmerizing precision that captivates audiences.

• $40/each cabarrusartscouncil.org; 704-920-2787

VETERANS BREAKFAST 2nd Monday of Each Month (March 9) • 9:00 a.m.

Mt. Pleasant Senior Center 8615 Park Drive, Mt. Pleasant • All military veterans/spouses invited • Join us for breakfast, speakers and fellowship every month!

Call 704-920-3484 to RSVP

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS March 10 • 5 p.m-6:30 p.m.

Homewood Suites 7300 Scott Padgett Pkwy.

• Premier networking event for business

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professionals; a relationship-building experience held in a relaxed setting that benefits you and your company through added contacts and resources.

• Free for Chamber members; Guests contact Alison Paladino: 704-782-4000

SENIOR HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO March 11 • 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Cabarrus Arena & Events Center 4751 Hwy. 49, S., Concord • Largest expo focused on active senior lifestyle and health.

• Free event open to all ages • Features more than 40 exhibitors, free vision and hearing screenings, blood pressure screenings, food tastings, medication disposal, educational sessions, door prizes, and more.

• Admission and parking are free cabarrusarena.com

HOPPY 4TH BIRTHDAY TO US! March 13-14 • (See website for times) Cabarrus Brewing Co. 329 McGill Ave., Concord • A weekend of food, live music and, of course, great beer!

• On Saturday, the first 50 people who come through the doors will receive free t-shirts. cabarrsubrewing.com

RHYTHM & RUN 5K March 13 • 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

Downtown Kannapolis 119 West Ave., Kannapolis • Part of the Run Kannapolis series for 2020.

• Run Kannapolis is part of the City’s Discover a Healthy Life brand.

• Runners/ walkers are encouraged to participate in the entire series, but series awards will be provided

for those who finish at least five events.

Register for races throughout the year at runkannapolis.com

2ND SATURDAY OPEN STUDIOS AT CLEARWATER ARTIST STUDIOS March 14 • 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

223 Crowell Drive N.W., Concord • Several art studios on premises will be open with resident artists present to talk to, watch work, etc. clearwaterartists.com; 704-784-9535

CHA.M.BER CHARGE FORWARD 5K March 14 • 5 p.m.

Cabarrus Brewing Co. 329 McGill Ave., Concord • This race is designed to promote a healthy, strong and vibrant workforce in Cabarrus County.

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DADDY/DAUGHTER DANCE March 21 • 6 p.m.-8 p.m.

Kannapolis City Hall 401 Laureate Way, Kannapolis • $40/couple, $15 for each additional daughter. Ticket price includes refreshments, crafts, activities, dancing and entertainment and a free 5x7 photo keepsake.

• This fun event is for dads and daughters to have a special evening out together.

Girls, ages 5 years and older, are encouraged to bring their father, stepfather, grandfather, brother, or another special gentleman in their life.

• Attire ranges from dressy to casual, so suits with ties and khakis with polos are acceptable.

• Tickets must be purchased in advance.

For tickets, call 704-920-4343 or visit apm.activecommunities.com/ kannapolisnc/Activity_Search/1958

SUSAN WERNER & DAVID MYLES March 21 • 8 p.m.-10 p.m.

The Davis Theatre 65 Union St., South, Concord • Susan Werner has a reputation as a daring and innovative songwriter with a killer live show.

• Canadian folk jazz singer David Myles is part soulful pop crooner and part back porch roots musician. cabarrusartscouncil.org; 704-920-2787

SPRING IT ON 5K March 28 • 8 a.m.-10 a.m.

NC Research Campus 150 Research Campus Dr., Kannapolis • Part of the Run Kannapolis series for 2020.

• Run Kannapolis is part of the City’s Discover a Healthy Life brand.

• Runners/ walkers are encouraged to participate in the entire series, but series awards will be provided for those who finish at least five events.

Register for races throughout the year at runkannapolis.com

SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY March 22 • All Day Historic Downtown Concord • Make a purchase at any participating business and enter into a drawing for $100 in Downtown Concord Dollars to be spent in participating businesses. concorddowntown.com; 704-784-4208

12TH ANNUAL HARRISBURG 5K FUN RUN & HEALTH EXPO March 28 • 8 a.m.

Veterans Park Behind Harrisburg Town Hall • Offers a wide variety of health and wellness information from local hospitals, doctors, massage therapists, nutritionists, gyms and other health-related organizations.

• There are also free children’s activities for kids to enjoy after the races. runsignup.com/Race/NC/ Harrisburg/Harrisburg5K.

SPEEDWAY CLASSIC OF THE CAROLINAS SPRING DOG SHOW March 26-29 (See Website for Show Hours) Cabarrus Arena & Events Center 4751 Hwy. 49, S., Concord • Spectator Admission is Free • Event Parking is $5 greatermonroekc.org

HARRISBURG BAR BA BREW March 28 • 12 p.m.-6 p.m.

Professional Blvd., Harrisburg • Fundraiser for NorthEast Foundation, Jeff Gordon Children’s Center • $20/each (advance), $30/each (at event), Kids 12 and under are free.

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At a Glance Automotive Sales

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Pharmacies/Medications

Ben Mynatt Family of Dealerships......... 9 289 Concord Pkwy., S. Concord, NC 28027 704-323-6265 www.benmynatt.com

Spark Publications.................................... 4 2116 Crowne Center Dr., Ste. 300 Charlotte, NC 28227 704-844-6080 www.sparkpublications.com

Cannon Pharmacies.................................11 Multiple locations in Concord and Kannapolis www.cannonpharmacies.com

Breweries and Wineries

Insurance Providers

Cabarrus Brewing Company................. 25 329 McGill Ave. Concord, NC 28027 704-490-4487 www.cabarrusbrewing.com

GEICO – Concord Mills............................. 2 7741 Gateway Ln, Ste. 100 Concord, NC 28027 980-258-6340 www.geico.com/concord

Michael A. Anderson Photography........23 38 Union St. S. Concord, NC 28025 704-701-5908 www.michael-a-anderson.com

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Allison Bookkeeping & Tax Service..... 21 48 Manor Ave., SW Concord, NC 28025 704-788-8232 www.allisontaxnc.com

CHS – NorthEast.......................................17 920 Church St. N Concord, NC 28025 https://atriumhealth.org/locations/ carolinas-healthcare-system-northeast

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Municipalities

Your CBD Store......................................... 3 9 Union St., Ste. 110 Concord, NC 28025 11855 N. Tryon St. Charlotte, NC 28262 ConcordNC.CBDrx4u.com

City of Kannapolis.. 21401 Laureate Way Kannapolis, NC 28081 www.kannapolisnc.gov

Commercial & Residential Glass Service Kannapolis Glass & Glazing.................... 2 202 S. Ridge. Ave. Kannapolis, NC 28083 704-938-5613 www.kannapolisglass.com

Funeral Homes Wilkinson Funeral Home....................... 21 100 Branchview Dr. NE Concord, NC 28025 704-786-3168 www.wilkinsonfuneralhome.com

Cabarrus Rowan Community Health Centers.................. 31 • 202D McGill Ave. NW Concord, NC 28025 704-792-2297 • 308 E Centerview St China Grove, NC 28023 704-855-5200 • 298 Lincoln St, SW Concord, NC 28025 704-792-2313 • 300 N Salisbury Ave Spencer, NC 28159 704-216-2630 Plus, three new locations in Salisbury and China Grove! www.crchc.org

Non-Profit Organizations NorthEast Foundation........................... 32 920 Church St. N Concord, NC 28025 www.givenortheastfoundation.org

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Print & Technology Services Modern Impressions...................................9 5029 West W.T. Harris Blvd.

Charlotte, NC 28269 800-840-2554. www.modernimpressions.com

Restaurants 73 & Main....................................................31 Hwy. 73 & Main St. Mt. Pleasant, NC 28124 704-436-2050 www.73andMain.com

Tax Preparation & Accounting Services Potter & Co...................................................2 434 Copperfield Blvd., Ste. A Concord, NC 28027 704-786-8189 Multiple locations in Charlotte, Monroe and Mooresville www.gotopotter.com

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