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Waxhaw project draws criticism over density by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com

WAXHAW – Inverness on Providence residents are urging Waxhaw leaders to consider citizens that chose to live there for the town’s charm before allowing a firm to develop a project with apartments and commercial uses. David L. Francis Limited Partnership is trying to build on 45 acres at east side of Providence Road South, between Gray Byrum Road and Barclay Drive. The property has a house and a cattle barn. While David L. Francis does not yet have a site plan prepared for the apartments or commercial uses, the firm has a couple of upfront requests: • Change town rules to raise the maximum density for multifamily developments from eight to 16 units per acre. • Rezone the site from single-family homes to multi-family homes, as well as remove the need for the developer to apply for a conditional use permit for commercial uses. The council could vote on the measures as early as Nov. 21. David Niekamp, of Davco Properties, told the council during the Monday, Nov. 7, public hearing that the density change would allow for garden-style apartments that come with 14 or 15 buildings about three stories high and 24 units per building. “What we’ve seen, and our studies have shown, is that this location is consistent with the mixed-use type of environment we’re trying to achieve where residents can live next to retail,” Niekamp said. “They can walk there. Today, that’s what folks want.” The higher density allows for higher-end apartment complexes that come with amenities, such as swimming pools and entertainment centers. The Waxhaw Planning Board and town staff are recommending the council approve both requests, because the area is outlined as a growth sector that has the infrastructure to support urban-scale mixed-use development, according to planner Chris Rice.

This aerial of Providence Road South shows an outline of two parcels. The part fronting the highway is commercially zoned, while the parcel behind it is proposed for apartments. Photo courtesy of Waxhaw

Residents aren’t buying it. Bonnie Rusinko doesn’t understand how the council could consider doubling the density per acre from eight to 16 units per acre when there’s a need to improve transportation infrastructure. “It’s the older people that have built Waxhaw,” Rusinko said. She and her husband have lived on Providence Road South for 25 years. She acknowledged the need for Waxhaw to attract Millennials and increase its commercial tax base, but she believes the younger generation will eventually settle down with families in houses with fenced-in yards. Steve Martin, who is soon moving into Inverness on Providence, drives about an hour each day to get to his hospital in uptown Charlotte. He appealed to leaders to consider why people move to Waxhaw.

“I didn’t move all the way out here to drive that long to spend that much time, two hours a day away from family, to live in another commercialized high-density location,” Martin said. “If I wanted that, I would have purchased a place in Charlotte closer to the hospital, where I could get home to see my family before it gets dark.” Jason Johnson, of Inverness on Providence, wanted the council to consider other implications, such as school enrollment and the quality of tenants living in the apartments. “It’s the 800-pound gorilla in the room,” Johnson said, mentioning concerns about crime. “Until we have a little more information with respect to what the intent is for the properties … it’s hard for us to really stand in support of anything.” Jim King, a longtime member of the Union County Planning Board, offered the council some wisdom during the public hearing for the request. First, members should consider other areas of town that the density change would affect, because developers will always try to meet the bare minimum outlined in a town’s ordinances. Rice pointed to similar property off Waxhaw-Marvin Road and Waxhaw Parkway. King also advised the council not to remove conditional zoning from the property. “With conditional zoning you have negotiating power with developers,” King said. “With straight zoning, you have no control except whatever the minimum standards are.” He doubted neighboring towns would allow anything with the scope of 16 units per acre. During the public hearing, Brenda Stewart asked about how development of the property would affect Providence Road, which she said wouldn’t be widened for 10 years. Neikamp replied the developer would work with the N.C. Department of Transportation, since it’s a state road, to mitigate any concerns. The firm would try to provide other access points on N.C. 16.

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Republicans trump Democrats in Union races by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com

Close votes for president and governor made the 2016 election worth staying up late, despite a few snoozers in the local races. Much of Union County wasn’t in doubt, however. Most voters followed party lines in federal and state races, including Donald Trump’s historical win over Hillary Clinton to claim the presidency. Trump won 66,265 votes (63.2 percent) in

Union County, compared to Clinton’s 34,051 (32.5 percent), Libertarian Gary Johnson’s 3,280 (3.1 percent) and Green Party challenger Jill Stein’s 157 write-in votes (0.2 percent). The race had 1,148 write-in votes for others. Trump had the most votes in all but eight of the county’s 52 precincts. Most of these precincts were in Monroe, including the Benton Heights Church of God, J. Ray Shute Center, St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, Sutton Park Recreation Center, The Old Armory and The Bazemore Center. The other two were at Wingate Community

Center and Beaver Lane Volunteer Fire Department in Marshville.

Questions in governor’s race

Democratic challenger Roy Cooper gave what felt like a victory speech in the governor’s race after claiming 2,281,851 votes statewide (48.97 percent), while Gov. Pat McCrory had 2,276,850 votes (48.86 percent). “We are confident once the results are certified we will confirm tonight's victory,� Cooper said. McCrory said a true winner wouldn’t be re-

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DeMaria falls short of county seat

Richard Helms and Frank Aikmus fended off Democratic challenger Pam DeMaria to win second terms on the Union County Board of Commissioners. Aikmus led the field with 59,804 votes (39.3 percent), followed by Helms with 57,216 (37.6 percent) and DeMaria with 35,145 (23.1 percent). DeMaria had the strongest showings over her opponents at Benton Heights Church of God, J. Ray Shute Center, St. Luke’s Lutheran Church, Sutton Park Recreation Center and The Old Armory in Monroe, as well as the Wingate Community Center and Beaver Lane VFD in Marshville. DeMaria, of Indian Trail, worked as development director for the Siskey YMCA prior to retiring. She called for more diversity and new ideas on the commission during a candidate forum held Oct. 19 at Wingate University. She would have been the group’s only female and Democratic commissioner. Aikmus, of Monroe, works for Yadkin Bank and serves as vice chairman of the commission. Aikmus didn’t support the school bond, in part because he didn’t agree with a transportation center being included. Helms, of Waxhaw, retired from IBM after 30 years to form Consulting IT Professionals. He’s served as chairman of the county commission.

Newton joins Tucker in Senate

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Republican Paul Newton defeated Democrat Robert Brown to succeed Fletcher Hartsell as the state senator for District 36, which encompasses Cabarrus County and four precincts in Union County. Sen. Tommy Tucker officially won his fourth term to represent the rest of Union County in the state senate, though the Republican ran unopposed in the general election for the District 35 seat. Newton captured 58,969 votes (62.6 percent) compared to Brown’s 35,206 votes (37.4 percent). Newton resonated more with Union voters, collecting 5,058 votes compared to Brown's 1,469. Newton retired as state president of Duke Energy last year after 25 years with the company. He served on executive boards or committees for the NC Center for Non-Profits, Leadership NC and NC Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Brown, an accountant by trade, serves as an elected supervisor on the Cabarrus Soil and Water Conservation District. Hartsell, an attorney, chose not to seek a 14th term.

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Union Republicans re-elected to the House

Voters granted additional terms to all three Union County Republicans in the N.C. House of Representatives. Dean Arp defeated Indian Trail Councilmember Gordon Daniels to earn a third term representing District 69. Arp, an engineer by trade, is an influential member of the House, serving as the majority whip. Arp tallied 23,107 votes (66 percent) compared to the 11,893 Daniels collected.

Union County Weekly | Nov. 11, 2016 | Page 5 Daniels received more votes than Arp in three districts: Sutton Park Recreation Center, Wingate Community Center and The Bazemore Center. Arp claimed 18 precincts. Mark Brody, a contractor from Monroe, defeated Marshville educator Kim Hargett to win a third term representing District 55, which consists of rural Union and Anson counties. Brody claimed 16,870 votes (69.6 percent) compared to Hargett’s 7,360 (30.4 percent). Hargett earned more votes at the Beaver Lane Volunteer Fire Department. Brody won the other 15. Craig Horn, a retired food broker from Weddington, was unopposed for a fourth term in District 68.

This photo from the State Board of Elections website shows the 52 precincts in Union County. Donald Trump won the 44 in red, while Hillary Clinton won the eight in blue.

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Nonprofit rescues 80 birds INDIAN TRAIL – Indian Trail-based Carolina Waterfowl Rescue saved 36 chickens, 22 geese, 10 pigeons, nine ducks, one black swan, quail and pheasant from a wildlife sanctuary in South Dakota needing to reduce its animal count after USDA inspection. The rescue was alerted to the situation at Spirit of the Hill Wildlife Sanctuary in Spearfish, South Dakota joined with other animal rescues across the country – including Izzie's Pond in Simpsonville, South Carolina – to raise the money needed to travel and buy a trailer to transport the animals before harsh winter weather set in. Volunteers rounded up, captured, examined and tested 120 birds that

Carolina Waterfowl volunteers traveled to South Dakota to rescue 80 birds in need of a new home.

Towns celebrate National Hospice Month with signing MONROE – Monroe Mayor Bobby Kilgore and Wadesboro Mayor Bill Thacker signed a proclamation on Nov. 2 honoring November as National Hospice and Palliative Care Month. The signing event took place at Carolinas HealthCare System Union Women and Children’s Center. Mary Durham, Hospice of Union County’s agency director, began the event. After a few words by Kilgore, Community Advisory Board Chairman Ray Black, a Monroe resident, read the proclamation.

long-time village volunteer Lanny Openshaw. Openshaw has served Marvin and Union County as a member of the planning board, council, parks and recreation board and as a county commissioner. Openshaw has volunteered at the park in the role of supervisor since its purchase. The village celebrated Nov. 6 with a naming ceremony at the cornhole course next to the park’s barn, which has officially been named “The Lanny Openshaw Cornhole Course.” The course was Openshaw’s idea and has since been constructed by volunteers and maintained by Openshaw.

Annual ‘Warbirds Over Monroe’ air show slated for Nov. 12, 13 MONROE – The annual Warbirds over Monroe air show will take place Saturday, Nov. 12 and Sunday, Nov. 13 at the Charlotte-Monroe Executive Airport. The event will include more than 40 World War II aircrafts, re-enactors, kids’ activities and vendors. The show, which is held on Veteran’s Day weekend, will honor the country’s service men and women. There also will be P-51 Mustangs, a c-47 that flew in Normandy, Huey and Cobra helicopters, Douglas C-54, Pitts Biplanes, T-6 Texans, 450 Stearman and SBDs. Guests will be able to talk with the pilots and learn the history of each aircraft. There will also be opportunities to speak with men and women in uniform and to thank them for their service. “This event is one of the best educational opportunities around to teach the younger generation about the sacrifices and accomplishments our service men and women have made to ensure our freedoms,” said Pete Hovanec, event organizer. “Historically, the event is great, but there is also a ‘wow’ factor that will leaving you gasping for air as you see what these amazing aircraft are capable of.” Tickets at the gate cost $15 for adults, $10 for students 12 to 18 years old and $5 for veterans. Children younger than 12 years old are free. Discounted tickets can be purchased online at www.eventbrite.com/e/2016-warbirdsover-monroe-tickets-26428024934?aff=es2.

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Warbirds Over Monroe takes place this weekend. Photo by Jim Leggett.

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needed new homes. Forty of those birds were transferred to a rescue in Colorado. The birds will be temporarily housed at Izzie's Pond while they undergo testing, medical care and wait for the proper paperwork to bring 40 of them to Carolina Waterfowl. The all-volunteer rescue also is calling on the community for financial donations to buy food and medical supplies for the birds. “Rescues like ours struggle daily with funding. Our animals simply don’t have mainstream appeal,” Gordon said. “We really need the public's support to care for these birds and find them forever homes.” Visit www.cwrescue.org for more information and to make a donation.

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Shipt partners with Harris Teeter CHARLOTTE – Shipt an online grocery shopping app, will partner with Matthews-based Harris Teeter to serve 50 stores in the Charlotte region. The coverage area will include stores in Indian Trail, Matthews, Waxhaw and Weddington. The app delivers groceries to homes in 30 major metro areas. “We are ready to bring the convenience of grocery delivery to more people, while also further investing in community initiatives focused on families and addressing hunger relief,” Shipt CEO Bill Smith said. Go to www.Shipt.com/Charlotte for details.

Scott Safety wins award MONROE – Frost & Sullivan will present Scott Safety with the 2016 Competitive Strategy Innovation and Leadership Award for its April launch of Scott Sight. The in-mask, hands-free thermal imaging camera provides visibility in smoke-filled environments. “We knew developing the technology wasn’t enough and that it also had to be affordable for an industry that is consistently facing budget constraints,” said Kim Henry, director of growth initiatives and lifesaving products. Scott Safety will receive the award Jan. 11, 2017, in San Diego. Visit www.ScottSight.com for details.

Allen Tate hires marketing director CHARLOTTE – Allen Tate Company has named Stephanie Brown as marketing director. Brown has more than 25 years of marketing experience, including stints as marketing director for Charlotte Mechanical and vice president of marketing for Doggett Advertising. “Stephanie brings a diverse and comStephanie Brown prehensive marketing background to Allen Tate,” said Sara Spencer, vice president of operations, Allen Tate Company. Brown has volunteered with One Warm Coat and Habitat for Humanity of York County. She attends Matthews United Methodist Church.

Novant Cancer Care uses device to find breast tumors CHARLOTTE – Novant Health Cancer Care is using a new device to precisely find and direct the removal of tumors during breast cancer surgeries. SAVI SCOUT eliminates the need to place a wire inside breast tissue to find a tumor, according to Dr. Peter Turk, director of the breast cancer program at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center. It increases the probability of complete cancer removal and reduces the likelihood of follow-up surgeries. It also may result in less tissue being removed during surgery. “Breast cancer surgery can be physically and emotionally distressing for women, and we strive to find ways to create a better experience – and

better outcomes – for our patients,” Turk said.

Award honors innovative farmer STATESVILLE – Carolina Farm Credit is encouraging youth to apply for the 2017 Innovative, Young Farmer of the Year Award. The Tobacco Farm Life Museum is accepting applications through Dec. 31 from nominees ages 18 to 40 in school for agriculture or have worked in the industry for less than 10 years. “Agriculture is the number one industry in North Carolina,” said Vance Dalton, CEO of Carolina Farm Credit. “It is imperative to reward young farmers who have a commitment to continuing the great legacy of farmers and rural communities throughout the state.” Dalton’s firm provides financing to farmers and agricultural-related businesses. It has a branch in Monroe.

WalletHub: City growing fast WASHINGTON, D.C. – WalletHub ranked Charlotte as the 49th fastest growing city in America and third fastest among large cities. Charlotte trailed Austin Texas and Bakersfield, California in terms of large cities. Concord ranked ninth overall in the list and third among small cities. The personal finance cited compared 515 cities in 14 indicators using data from 2009 to 2015.

Corporations form in region Registered agents filed these new corporations with the N.C. Secretary of State from Oct. 28 to Nov. 3: Marvin • Carolina Rose Investments LLC – Martha Rose, 512 Clear Wood Court. Monroe • Blessings Tax Services Corp. – Noemi Rodriguez, 1618-A Skyway Drive. • G.U.N.S Total Wellness LLC – Kimberly McDuffie, 4833 Old Charlotte Hwy., suite C. • Garlowich incorporated – Joseph Garlowich, 2537 Carroll St. • Hired Gun Horsemanship LLC – Nathanael Helms, 473 Clontz Long Road. • Integrity Rental Homes LLC – Franklin Hancock, 1201 Concord Ave. • LDGC LLC – Lane Griffin, 1705 Biggers Cemetary Road. • Stylia Real Estate Solutions LLC – Kathryn Short, 1002 Oakstone Drive. Waxhaw • BizITmations LLC – Suresh Pellakur, 508 Five Leaf Lane. • Damione Lewis Inc. – Damione Lewis, 411 Walden Trail. • Executive Leadership Consultants LLC – Andrew Odze, 717 Wild Berry Court. • Olde Hickory LLC – Chris Stiwinter, 4817 Pimlico Lane. • Operation Technology Inc. – Said Salami, 205 Running Horse Lane. • Piar1 LLC – Nirav Desai, 1104 Autumn Ridge Drive. • Tea Leaves and Pages LLC – Kailyn McGavin, 3708 Wilshire Lane. • Wildwood Landscaping Inc. – William Cochran III, 7114 Davis Road. Wingate • A Daughter's Touch LLC – Rebecca Hersey, 900 Pondside Drive.

Special Needs Trusts Can Preserve Personal Injury Settlements & Awards by Crystal L. Welton Contributor

Individuals should work with an attorney to determine any potential personal injury (PI) or medical malpractice action. However, if you’re already disabled and receive money from an action, you could lose your asset-dependent public benefits if you don’t plan properly. Eligibility for public benefits, such as Supplemental Security Income, Medicaid, and Waivers, has a $2,000 asset limit. If you’re in a PI or medical malpractice matter you’re likely to have enormous medical bills for the remainder of your life. If you receive a settlement outright, you’ll lose your public benefits, and the settlement money will quickly be exhausted to pay for medical expenses. Often, Medicaid is the only form of medical insurance that will cover conditions requiring long term care. Insurance from the marketplace likely won’t provide Medicaid’s broad range of coverage and services. A Self-Funded Special Needs Trust (SNT) helps you preserve the PI money for your use while allowing you to maintain eligibility for public benefits. Medicaid pays the medical bills, and the settlement proceeds can be used to enrich your quality of life. There are elements an SNT must satisfy, including, but not limited to: The Trustee, who manages and administers it, must have complete discretion to make distributions; it must be used for the sole benefit of the beneficiary; and upon the beneficiary’s death, an SNT must reimburse Medicaid agencies an amount equal to the Medicaid benefits provided during

the beneficiary’s lifetime, limited to the amount of the Trust’s remaining assets. While some believe that SNTs are restrictive, the SNT can purchase virtually anything; however, payment of food and shelter expenses may negatively impact the receipt of some public benefits. If there’s a PI action, consider an SNT as soon as possible. An SNT can also be created after the signing of a release to resolve the case or the transferring of settlement monies to the PI attorney. SNTs can hold a lump sum award or be used in conjunction with a structured settlement. There’s no specific amount that must fund an SNT because any amount exceeding $2,000 will cause ineligibility for public benefits; however, a larger initial funding amount provides a greater selection of corporate fiduciaries willing to serve as Trustee. If you need help with a PI action, or if you receive public benefits and may receive money from a potential PI action, contact the experienced personal injury and special needs planning attorneys at Weaver, Bennett & Bland, P.A. at (704) 8441400 to discuss your specific situation. Crystal L. Welton is an estate planning, estate administration, elder law, and special needs planning attorney at Weaver, Bennett & Bland, P.A. Contact Crystal at Weaver, Bennett & Bland, P.A. at (704) 844-1400. The information contained in this article is general in nature and not to be taken as legal advice, nor to establish an attorney-client relationship between the reader and Crystal L. Welton or the law firm of Weaver, Bennett & Bland, P.A.

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October 2016

Home Sales Address

Date sold

Sale Price

28079 Acorn Woods 6908 Oakland Ave. Oct. 24 Alexis Pointe 5815 Coral Ridge Lane Oct. 7 5900 Autumn Trace Ln. Oct. 3 Annandale 2025 Terrapin St.

Oct. 21

Anniston Grove 1601 Tarrington Way Oct. 21 Bent Creek 1051 Enderbury Drive Oct. 27 4001 Thicketty Pkwy. Oct. 18 2005 Enderbury Drive Oct. 7 Bonterra 1517 Saratoga Boulevard Oct. 28 1007 Backstretch Blvd. Oct. 28 1005 Belmont Stakes Ave. Oct. 28 1112 Saratoga Boulevard Oct. 28 1034 Thessallian Lane Oct. 28 1009 Backstretch Blvd. Oct. 27 1015 Thessallian Lane Oct. 27 1007 Thessallian Lane Oct. 27 1011 Thessallian Lane Oct. 27 1027 Slew O Gold Lane Oct. 26 1103 Saratoga Blvd. Oct. 25 1017 Backstretch Blvd. Oct. 24 1011 Backstretch Blvd. Oct. 24 1003 Backstretch Blvd. Oct. 21 1609 Painted Horse Dri. Oct. 14 1022 Equipoise Drive Oct. 7 1006 Affirmed Drive Oct. 4

$60,000 $127,500 $126,000 $285,000 $435,000 $206,000 $232,000 $219,000 $281,000 $240,170 $271,900 $301,000 $324,130 $245,000 $297,900 $309,900 $311,670 $269,900 $264,900 $243,000 $242,750 $239,990 $399,900 $288,000 $264,000

Homes Sold Average Sales Price

Oak Grove 2325 Ivy Run Drive

Oct. 6

Ridgefield 110 Penrose Court

Sale Price

Date sold

Address

Sale Price

Date sold

Address

Sale Price

Willowcroft 300 Hidden Cove Lane Oct. 28

$475,000

Woodbridge 4000 Lawrence Daniel Dr. Oct. 7

$225,000

$216,900 $202,000

$177,000

Forest Park 304 Meadowbrook Dr. Oct. 6

$138,900

Oct. 18

$147,000

Hadley Park 2005 Garden View Lane Oct. 20

$595,000

Tallwood Estates I 401 Foxglove Lane Oct. 17 417 Foxglove Lane Oct. 14

$449,500 $458,000

Highgate 6016 Foggy Glen Place Oct. 21 9015 Pine Laurel Drive Oct. 7

$930,000 $1,124,000

Barbee Farms 3040 Dairy Farm Drive Oct. 20 712 Barbee Farm Drive Oct. 3

$145,000 $151,500

Taylor Glenn 1012 Forest Way Court Oct. 28 2001 Taylor Glenn Lane Oct. 20 1014 Stevens Pride Ct. Oct. 4

$223,500 $229,000 $280,000

Hunley Creek 8212 Hunley Ridge Road Oct. 5

$250,000

Bickett Ridge 6004 Bickett Ridge Dr. Oct. 14

$325,000

Briarwood Acres 2529 Carroll St. Oct. 20

$154,700

Brittany Downs East 6012 Brick Landing Dr. Oct. 7

$135,000

The Enclaves at Crismark 2001 Atherton Drive Oct. 31 $367,150 8000 Tremont Drive Oct. 31 $388,559 7016 Tremont Drive Oct. 28 $445,547 6005 Tremont Drive Oct. 27 $385,000 5006 Tremont Drive Oct. 18 $455,444 1010 Onyx Lane Oct. 14 $429,550 4101 Northland Court Oct. 12 $375,000 7005 Tremont Drive Oct. 12 $387,395 4008 Dunwoody Drive Oct. 11 $400,000 2014 Freeport Drive Oct. 9 $469,375 2006 Freeport Drive Oct. 9 $458,020

28104 Atherton 313 Squash Harvest Ct. Oct. 14

$1,057,742 $430,000 $405,000

Brookhaven 6003 Ainsdale Drive Oct. 7 1103 Lytton Lane Oct. 7 4005 Stanbury Drive Oct. 6

Lake Park

$279,234

Fairhaven 1015 Mountain Laurel Ct. Oct. 20 1140 Afternoon Sun Rd. Oct. 3

$166,000

$140,000

N/A

$170,000

Brookstone Village 4706 Granite Court Oct. 31

Hemby Acres 5712 Hillcrest Circle Oct. 3

$352,717

Editor’s note: Information provided by the Charlotte Regional Realtor Association and www.sales.carolinahome.com

Enchanted Forest 3601 Wonderland Drive Oct. 28

Bromley 2122 Pondmeade Lane Oct. 31 1316 Delaney Drive Oct. 28 1254 Delaney Drive Oct. 20

$245,000 $286,580

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$205,000 $244,900 $235,000 $199,900 $215,000 $220,000

$236,000 $266,500 $290,418

Glendalough 4446 Roundwood Court Oct. 25 2224 Knocktree Drive Oct. 21

N/A

Oct. 31 Oct. 28 Oct. 21 Oct. 17 Oct. 14 Oct. 11

Brandon Oaks 1034 Briarmore Drive Oct. 26 3000 Canopy Drive Oct. 24 3005 Canopy Drive Oct. 4

$194,000 $180,000 $227,500 $285,000 $232,000

270

6614 Truman St. 6408 Vonda Court 5608 Carol Ave. 5905 Creft Circle 3600 Kristofer Drive 6620 Courtland St.

Blackstone 411 Castlestone Lane Oct. 14 7008 Shadow Rock Ct. Oct. 13

Crismark 7006 Dacian Lane Oct. 31 1006 Tiger Eye Ave. Oct. 28 3005 Early Rise Ave. Oct. 20 4013 Guardian Angel Ave. Oct. 17 4003 Saphire Lane Oct. 10

Oct. 2014

Date sold

$175,000 $190,000

$270,000

Oct. 2015

Address

Braefield 3902 Crimson Wing Dr. Oct. 26 3810 Crimson Wing Dr. Oct. 4

Country Woods East 1540 Hawthorne Drive Oct. 18

Oct. 2016

Buckingham 4318 Derbyshire Lane Oct. 5 Callonwood 1056 Revelwood Drive Oct. 14 Candella 413 Alucio Court

Oct. 21

$1,000,000 $892,954 $669,823 $629,900 $628,000 $595,000 $180,000 $510,000 $451,070

Chestnut Oaks 7001 Holly Grove Court Oct. 5

$245,000

Emerald Lake 7130 Three Wood Drive Oct. 27 2011 Bunker Court Oct. 11

$440,000 $424,000

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Kerry Greens 4108 Suttle Place Oct. 27 4050 Suttle Place Oct. 4

$189,805 $176,000

Mill Stone 506 Butternut Lane

$258,000

Oct. 3

Morningside 1402 Morningside Meadow Oct. 14 5000 Tulip Lane Oct. 3

$265,000 $286,000

Providence Woods 4724 Wedd-Matthews Rd Oct. 12

$302,000

Quintessa 1107 Bonito Court 5006 Soleado Drive

$874,000 $650,000

Oct. 14 Oct. 4

Worwood Acres 401 Robinson Ave. Oct. 14 6017 Caroline Drive Oct. 8

$180,000 $190,000

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Oct. 21 Oct. 21

$252,500 $225,000

Cascades 4216 High Shoals Drive Oct. 14

$218,000

Cedar Hills 304 Cedar Hill Court

$647,000

Brook Valley 1000 Toquima Trail 3013 Streamlet Way

Oct. 3

Chelsea Place 6018 Abbey Way Oct. 25

$180,000 $164,500

Shannamara 2701 Kilkenny Court Oct. 19 627 Rosecrea Court Oct. 18 421 Adare Court Oct. 4

$278,000 $375,000 $340,000

Colonial Village 1609 Winthrop Lane Oct. 14

Stevens Mill 8034 Stevens Mill Road Oct. 31

Cornerstone 2123 Genesis Drive

Oct. 5

$155,000

$240,000

Grayson 2506 Grayson Pkwy.

Oct. 31

$261,477

The Courtyards at Emerald Lake 1111 Avalon Place Oct. 28 $407,025 92 Avalon Drive Oct. 27 $351,115

Hamilton Place 4112 Chatterleigh Drive Oct. 24 4115 Tricia Court Oct. 14

$202,000 $235,000

Hampton Meadows 5119 Willow Run Drive Oct. 26

$118,000

Valley Ranch 2028 Meadow Run Drive Oct. 28

$450,000

Vickery 1412 Vickery Drive

$508,815

Vintage Creek 308 Pecan Ridge Court Oct. 4

Hillsdale 613 Sunnybrook Drive Oct. 7

$174,400

$654,556

Weddington Oaks 3401 Weddington Oaks Dr. Oct. 24

Hilton Meadows 1603 Nazareth Court Oct. 21

$228,500

$565,000

Wellington Woods 214 Riverton Road Oct. 28 312 Wellington Drive Oct. 21 208 Auckland Lane Oct. 17

$418,000 $388,000 $220,000

Laurel Creek 1117 Landen Chase Dr. Oct. 21 1009 Sun Catcher Court Oct. 13

$157,000 $189,900

White Oaks 160 Timber Lane

Lawyers Crossing 2312 Supreme Drive Oct. 14 2440 Supreme Drive Oct. 6

$225,000 $430,000

$626,000

Oct. 28

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A Vote to Believe in Weddington’s Mitey Riders program could win $100,000 for children with special needs by Hannah Chronis hannah@cmgweekly.com

WEDDINGTON – Though the 2016 presidential election has left many feeling in disarray, there’s one important vote left that would be a win-win for everyone. Weddington’s own Harry Swimmer, founder of Misty Meadows Mitey Riders, is one of CNN’s 10 Heroes of the Year. On Sunday, Dec. 11, during a live broadcast in New York City, Swimmer will find out if he won $100,000 for his nonprofit that helps children with special needs gain access to free, certified equine-assisted therapy. Up against nine other heroes for 2016, the winner will be determined by who earns the most votes, which are tabulated on the CNN Heroes of the Year website, Twitter and Facebook. Swimmer and his wife, Marilyn, built Misty Meadows Farm on more than 80 acres in Wed- Harry Swimmer, founder of Misty Meadows Mitey Riders, could win $100,000 for his dington to breed and train champion show horses. But an encounter in a grocery store parking nonprofit, thanks to CNN Heroes of the Year. lot 20 years ago changed Swimmer’s focus. Swimmer met Stacy by happenstance. She was said. “That helps tremendously. I think they keep wheelchair bound, deaf and nonverbal due to ce- coming back because it’s a wonderful program, rebral palsy. He began thinking, “I wonder what with wonderful kids.â€? Several volunteers have been coming since would happen if I put her on a horse.â€? the program started in 1993. For many of them, Stacy and her family visited Misty Meadows they’ve grown up at Misty Meadows. after meeting Swimmer, and everything changed “We have a fabulous volunteer base,â€? said Pam when she rode her first horse. It gave her freedom Perez, volunteer coordinator. “Some of them she never knew in a wheelchair. have been coming here for years and years and It was that encounter that led Swimmer, who’s years.â€? now 87 years old, to CNN learned of How to vote: retire after a 50-year Swimmer’s work with career in the insurance Voting for CNN’s Hero of the Year continMitey Riders when industry and focus fullues through Dec. 6. Go to www.cnn.com/ they came across his time on what would specials/cnn.heroes/vote to vote for Harry nomination to be conSwimmer and the Mitey Riders program. become his Mitey Ridsidered a 2016 Hero. ers program. Today, the Votes also will be tabulated via direct He was one of more 23-year-old nonprofit message on Twitter and Facebook. than 50,000 to be includes 70 riders Votes will be counted a maximum of 10 considered. In April, that come to the farm times per site, daily. Swimmer and his weekly, five certified Mitey Riders program instructors, 18 therapy were named to the Top 25. horses and more than 200 volunteers. Earlier this month, Swimmer was named a The Pennsylvania native has called North Top 10 finalist for the CNN Hero of the Year. Carolina home for 65 years now. It was MariEach finalist received $10,000 to benefit their lyn, a former equestrian, who wanted the farm organization. and talked Swimmer into purchasing a piece of “It’s the Mitey Riders money,â€? Swimmer said. now-prime real estate off Providence Road. The “Every dime of that will go into our work and land is surrounded on almost every side by new what we do here.â€? and developing neighborhoods, and Swimmer Swimmer and his daughter, who lives in Kensaid even though the town of Weddington is extucky, will travel to New York City for the Dec. tremely interested in purchasing his property, he 11 ceremony, a global broadcast event called won’t sell it. Instead, he’ll continue using the land “CNN Heroes: An All-Star Tribute.â€? ABC’s to care for children with disabilities. Kelly Ripa will join CNN’s Anderson Cooper to “The town would love to see me sell it,â€? he host the event for the 10th annual show at the said. “But that won’t happen.â€? American Museum of Natural History. Mitey Riders is a 501Š nonprofit with an anAs for Stacy, you can find her visiting with nual budget of $300,000. Programs come at no Swimmer and the horses at Mitey Riders every expense to the family, so it depends on the supThursday. port of donors, a few grants and an annual golf “Everything Thursday morning, she’s out here outing fundraiser. brushing the horses,â€? Swimmer said. “We have over 200 volunteers,â€? Swimmer

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Education Briefs UCPS give first employee of the month award to Shiloh custodian Union County Public Schools has been on a mission to make non-educator employees in the district feel special. The Union County Board of Education honored Fatima Feliz, a custodian at Shiloh Elementary School since FebFatima Feliz ruary, with its first Employee of the Month award. The award recognizes non-teacher and non-certified positions and honors those who have exemplary work and performance, those who promote positive morale, or possibly those who demonstrate initiatives and creativity that improve the operating efficiency of their department or the district. Nominations come from cabinet staff, principals, specialists and manager based on their performance, their customer service or an individual incident that merits commendation. A committee made up of administrators reviews nominations. Winners are chosen based on the employee recognition criteria, and are recognized by the Board of Education and featured on the UCPS website. Shiloh Elementary Principal Scott Spencer nominated Feliz, referring to her as having a “very strong work ethic” and “always bringing a positive attitude to the school,” according to a news release. He noted his staff routinely comments on the excellence of her work. Nomination forms are located under the staff section of the UCPS website, under staff resources.

UCPS hires Nelson Hall for roof repairs at local schools

UCPS renews contract with Follett

The Union County Board of Education elected to hire Nelson Hall and Associates for roof designs at Monroe and Weddington high schools, Western Union, Prospect and New Salem elementary schools and Wolfe school at its Nov. 1 meeting. The amount of the contract is $118,500 for the remaining 2016-17 capital roofing projects and was approved within the consent agenda. A unit price of $1.28 per square foot will be utilized if we need additional roof designs after all planned projects have been bid, according to Joe Delaney, consultant to UCPS.

Upcoming theater performances Blumenthal Performing Arts hosts its annual Blumey Awards, in which the organization awards high school musical theater across the greater Charlotte area. Many high schools elect to participate in the competition. Last year, Central Academy of Technology and the Arts (CATA) swept many categories and Amina Faye won Best Actress among numerous actresses. Faye earned a spot at the National High School Musical Theatre Awards, also known as The Jimmy Awards, in New York City. She proved herself under a national spotlight, taking home the Best Actress Award and a $10,000 college scholarship. Multiple Union County high schools will participate in the 2017 Blumey Awards, so mark your calendars to see the schools in action: • Marvin Ridge High School: “Seussical” – March 2 to 4 • Cuthbertson High School: “Les Miserables” – March 31 to April 1 • Arborbrook Christian Academy: TBD – April 20 to 22 • Weddington High School: TBD – April 20 to 22 • CATA: TBD – March 30 to April 2 • Carmel Christian School: “Big Fish: 12 Chairs Version” – March 31 to April 2 • Covenant Day School: “The Wizard of Oz” – Feb. 9 to 11 • Queen’s Grant High School: “Willy Wonka” – March 24 to 25

The Union County Board approved the renewal of the Follett Circulation System at its Nov. 1 meeting, within the consent agenda. UCPS uses the system in all its media centers. “The Media Specialists adopted this system several years ago and they continue to support the use of the Follett program,” Joe Delaney, a consultant to UCPS, wrote in a memo to the board. The renewal amount costs $100,439.569, with 60 percent of funding coming from instructional funds and 40 percent from technology funds.

Preschool hosts book fair Philadelphia Presbyterian Preschool and Transitional Kindergarten will host its Bookaneer Book Fair from Nov. 14 to 18 for the community. The Scholastic Book Fair will run from 8:30 to 9 a.m. and 1 to 1:30 p.m. on weekdays. The congregation and visitors are welcome to shop on Sunday, Nov. 20 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to noon. The church is located at 11501 Bain School Road in Mint Hill. Call 704-545-3439 ext. 122 for more information.

Foundation to host breakfast The Union County Education Foundation will host its fifth annual BizEd Breakfast on Nov. 17, from 7:30 to 9 a.m., at the Carolinas HealthCare System Union, located at 600 Hospital Drive in Monroe. Teachers who have received LIFT grants will discuss their impact in the classroom and business leaders can connect with Union County Public Schools faculty and staff. Contact Amy Sperry at asperry@ucedfoundation.org or 704-296-0725 for more information.

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Helms keeps seat, five new faces join BOE by Courtney Schultz courtney@cmgweekly.com

Donald J. Trump is president and we’re waiting to confirm North Carolina’s next governor. But Union County received answers when it comes to its public school system, promising Union County Public Schools will see new faces on its school board.

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Union County Public Schools’ $54million bond referendum passed with 70.92 percent of the vote. This is the seventh bond voters have passed for UCPS since 1998. “I want to thank the citizens of Union County for supporting our students, teachers and staff, by voting yes for school bonds,” Board of Education Chair Leslie Boyd said. “This bond is critical to our school district and now we can move forward with much-needed repairs, classroom additions and the construction of a new bus garage.” The bond will address facility needs at Western Union Elementary, Porter Ridge Middle, Monroe, Porter Ridge, Sun Valley and Piedmont high schools, as well as afford a new transportation facility. The design process for the projects will begin in early winter and construction work is expected to begin in the summer of 2017. Each school with a bond project will have a Project Advisory Team that will consist of parents, teachers, students and community members. The teams will participate in the planning and design phases of the projects. (see BOE on page 11)

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“The support our community showed for the school bonds is a true example of Team UCPS,� said Superintendent Andrew Houlihan. “Thanks to the Union County voters, we now have money to address facilities needs that are extremely important. Our transportation facility was built in 1980 and now we can construct a new one that will meet the needs of our current fleet.� The South Piedmont Community College Bond passed with 59.43 percent of the vote and the library bond passed with 63.19 percent of the vote.

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With six of the nine seats of the Board of Education up for contention, the board would receive a change in perspectives, as five newcomers will fill those seats. Christina Helms retained her at-large seat, earning 33.27 percent of the vote. She will be joined by Dennis Rape, who earned 35.8 percent of the vote. Lee Henage earned 30.04 percent of the vote. Both Matt Helms and Kathy Heintel, who each ran for District 2 and 6 respectively, ran unopposed and confirmed their seats. In more contentious district races, Joseph Morreale edged out Amelie Schoel for the District 5 seat, earning 61.6 percent of the vote. Candice Sturdivant, of Wingate, earned 59.22 percent of the vote to beat Rebekah Ratliff. New members will be sworn in at the December board of education meeting.

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UCPS to give non-educators one-time bonus by Courtney Schultz courtney@cmgweekly.com

Union County Public Schools wants to give its employees an extra boost this December. The Union County Board of Education voted at its Nov. 1 meeting to award one-time meritbased bonuses to non-educator employees at the end of this year. Because of state law, the allocation of these one-time bonuses will not be for all employees. Educators, including certified teachers and instructional support, are not eligible for this onetime merit bonus. Ineligible positions include cabinet staff, principal, assistant principals, directors, assistant directors, educators and supervisors, managers, specialists, coordinators, attorneys and any others with management or supervisory authority. Employee also doesn’t include individuals under a service agreement or other contract. Educators received a salary increase from the state during the last budget cycle. Eligible employees include individuals who have started working at UCPS before Jan. 1, 2016; must work a minimum of 20 hours per week during a regular weekly schedule; must not have an evaluation in their personnel file that contains a “below standard rating;� and must not have any active disciplinary actions or any discipline, including a reprimand through suspension without pay, during the 2015-16 or 2016-17 year.

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The amount of bonus will depend on the employee’s weekly hours and performance requirements. Employees who work 30 hours weekly will receive a $390 bonus and employees that work between 20 and 30 hours per week will receive a $290 bonus. “The superintendent shall ensure that the total amount of funds awarded do not exceed the amount of funds provided by the state for the purpose of providing merit-based bonuses,� read the merit plan. The bonus awarded will not be added to the employee’s ongoing base salary and will not be considered compensation for retirement purposes. David Clarke, the deputy superintendent of human resources, will compile a list of eligible employees and submit to Superintendent Andrew Houlihan by Dec. 2. Houlihan will provide the list to Dan Karpinski, chief finance officer, and the plan will be submitted to the Division of School Business Services at the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Karpinski will prepare payment o be distributed in December. This plan is only for the 2016-17 school year unless the board elects to continue its effects in the future. Find more information about eligibility at www.ucps.k12.nc.us/cms/lib8/NC01910453/ Centricity/Domain/4/Item%2010%20 Merit%20Pay%20Plan.pdf.

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Rea View discovers STEAM outside the classroom by Courtney Schultz

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WAXHAW – Students at Rea View Elementary School spent their Friday night discovering how fun science can be at its inaugural STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art and math) Night. The event was inspired after the school hosted its science fair and wondered if the PTA could host an evening where students can be inspired for their projects, as well as flesh out questions about the fair, said Rea View PTA President Kim Finch. They also wanted to ensure families knew about the PTA Reflections art competition, which encourages student expression. “In years past, STEM has been a buzzword,” Finch said. “When we came to decide on a STEAM night, we wanted to encourage students to pick or do both.” The school invited multiple area STEAM-focused businesses to showcase their programs at the event. Aloha Mind Math, Waxhaw Kid Coders, Bricks 4 Kids, NASCAR Hall of Fame, McDowell Nature Center and Atomz Lab were among businesses that provided interactive activities for students to explore. Many provided activities at no cost to the school. Students and their families interacted with a box turtle, built catapults, learned about robotics and built a car with NASCAR Hall of Fame engineers, among other activities. They went station to station to complete their “lab reports” to ensure they visited multiple vendors. Parents Kristin Parascand and Christina DiBiase organized the event. Parascand recognized not all public school systems have a “robust” science program and wanted to present science in a different way.

“The STEAM initiative allows students to explore and see how they are all integrated as one,” said Assistant Principal Emily Culberson. “Integrating STEAM provides students with opportunities to use higher order and critical thinking skills and solve real world programs. STEAM makes learning fun. It allows students to learn in a nontraditional sense where they don’t even realize they are learning.” Parascand and the school community were grateful for community partners that were willing to be a part of their inaugural event. She said local businesses saw the event as a chance to introduce their services to the community. “(Partnerships) give us resources that are readily available to our community,” said Culberson. “It allows the school and the community to build a team and support each other and shows the students that learning doesn’t happen just at the school, but in the world as well.” Finch hoped students had fun with science and enjoyed the learning process, while learning to think outside the box. “We want to help them with their nature kid ability to be able to think outside the box,” Finch said. Finch’s daughter Mary Claire, a fourth grader, shared her science fair project about what type of water best makes plants grow, which earned a place at regionals last year. Mary Claire said she wanted to encourage her fellow students to have fun completing their science fair projects and to find a project they’re interested in. “We just want them to love the process of learning and be able to see that they already have these fantastic minds and (they) can use that mental energy to discover that they can accomplish great things in life,” Finch said.

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The Weekly

Crime Blotter The Union County Sheriff’s Office reported the following incidents from Oct. 28 to Nov. 3: Hemby Bridge Property Theft • 7200 block of Secrest Short Cut Road: $5,000 trailer stolen. Nov. 2 Stallings Fraud/Forgery • 15000 block of Castlebridge Lane: Obtaining property by false pretenses. Oct. 29 Waxhaw Alcohol/Drugs • Cuthbertson High School, 1400 Cuthbertson Road: Underage alcohol consumption. Nov. 2 Property Damage • 1400 block of Cuthbertson Road: $500 damage to vehicle. Oct. 28 • 1400 block of Cuthbertson Road: $800 damage to vehicle. Oct. 28 • 400 block of Ranelagh Drive: $200 damage to mailbox. Nov. 1 • South Providence School, 500 S. Providence St.: Injury to personal property. Nov. 1 Property Theft • 2100 block of Porter Drive: $20 prescription medication stolen. Oct. 31 • South Providence School, 500 S. Providence St.: $300 cell phone stolen. Nov. 2 Weddington Fraud/Forgery

• 8100 block of Shannon Woods Lane: $7,500 obtained by false pretenses. Nov. 1 Home/Building Break-Ins • 200 block of Plymouth Drive: Money, TV, laptop computers and window damaged or stolen. Oct. 29 • 7000 block of Thames Court: Prescription drugs, handguns and money stolen. Oct. 31 Vehicle Break-Ins • 5000 block of Cambridge Oaks Drive: Vehicle break-in reported. Oct. 31 Property Theft • 3000 block of Scottsdale Lane: $120, $20 rain jacket and identification stolen. Oct. 31 Property Damage • 2900 block of Michelle Drive: $250 damage to brick mailbox. Nov. 1 Wesley Chapel Alcohol/Drugs • 4300 block of Wesley Chapel Road: Driving while impaired. Oct. 29 Vehicle Break-Ins • 2000 block of Spring Rose Lane: $300 iPad, $60 ammunition and $25 knife stolen. Oct. 31 Property Theft • 5900 block of Weddington Road: $700 cell phone stolen. Oct. 31 Home Building Break-Ins • 400 block of Hunters Pointe Drive: $800 vinyl records stolen. Nov. 1 Indian Trail Alcohol/Drugs • 5500 block of Hemby Commons Parkway: Possession of Xanax and marijuana paraphernalia. Nov. 1 • Porter Ridge High School, 2839 Ridge Road: Possession of marijuana. Nov. 1 Burglary • 5100 block of Kinder Oak Drive: Second-de-

gree burglary. Nov. 2 Home/Building Break-In • 3000 block of Twilight Lane: Video games, watches, jewelry and games stolen. Nov. 1 Property Damage • 2600 block of Devon Drive: $500 damage to garage door. Oct. 30 • Trails Dynasty, 2228 Younts Road: $150 consumable goods damaged. Oct. 29 • 7800 block of Idlewild Road: $500 damage to driver side fender. Oct 29 • 5400 block of Orr Road: $150 damage to exterior door glass. Oct. 30 • 1000 block of Sentinel Drive: $250 damage to vehicle. Oct. 31 • 1500 block of Price Road: $5 political sign damaged. Nov. 2 • 6100 block of Bridle Trail: $10 damage to window. Nov. 2 Property Theft • 5600 block of Indigo Run: $10,000 vehicle stolen. Oct. 29 • Tristar Bases LLC, 1902 Valley Pkwy.: $3,500 drill bit with motor. Oct. 31 • 4200 block of Windjammer Drive: $80 video game stolen. Oct. 30 • Walgreens, 13720 E. Independence Blvd.: Merchandise stole, including medicine and diapers. Nov. 1 Robbery • 3400 block of Haywood Road: $600 guns and $160 stolen in common law robbery. Oct. 28 Vehicle Break-Ins • 1100 block of Longwood Court: $500 computer, $100 tablet, $80 computer bag and $20 cell phone charger stolen. Oct. 28 • 2000 block of Brook Valley Run: $200, $50 documentation and debit card stolen. Oct. 31 • 2000 block of Brook Valley Run: $200 vehicle door damaged. Oct. 31 • 1400 block of Wesley Chapel Road: $500 video game console and $250. Nov. 2

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Restaurant Scores The Union County Health Department inspected the following dining locations from Oct. 31 to Nov. 6. Lowest Score: • Monroe Walmart McDonald’s, 2406 W. Roosevelt Blvd., 28110 – 92 Violations included: Opened comminuted beef over pies, biscuits and McGriddles in reach-in freezer; opened raw chicken and comminuted beef over food in freezer; chopped steak and ground beef patties stored uncovered; large amount of build-up on drink machine nozzles; food lacking date marks; improper dating methods used; fryer cleaner being stored over fryer and food contact surfaces; flies throughout; and cloths not submerged in sanitizing solution. All Scores: 28104 • Carnitas Mexican Guanajuato, 7900G Stevens Mill Road – 96 • McDonald’s, 14522 Lawyers Road – 92.5 • Subway, 7900-L Stevens Mill Road – 98 28079 • Arby’s, 13866 Hwy. 74 W. – 97 • Great China, 610 S. Indian Trail Road – 99 28110 • Fill Good, 4102 Hwy. 74 W. – 98.5 • Monroe Walmart McDonald’s, 2406 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 92 • Shop and Go, 3825 Morgan Mill Road – 95 • Starbucks, 2937 Monroe Way – 99.5 • Target Food Avenue, 2901 W. Hwy. 74 – 96 • Xtreme Play, 2115-127 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 98.5 28112 • New China, 1684-C W. Franklin St. – 97 • Pig-N-Vitties, 2585 W. Roosevelt Blvd. – 99 28173 No restaurants inspected this week.

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Calendar November Craft: 10 Family Handprint Tree Children of all ages can create a special keepsake with their family while supplies last. Call 704-283-8184 for more information. 4 p.m.; Monroe Library, 316 E. Windsor St., Monroe

Beasts and 10 Fantastic Where to Find Them All ages are welcome to celebrate the release of the new magical movie inspired by J.K. Rowling’s book. Participants can make a dragon egg, color magical creatures and compete for prizes with trivia. 4 to 5 p.m.; Monroe Library, 316 E. Windsor St., Monroe

12 Holiday Craft/Bake Sale

Get some holiday shopping done early with a bazaar that features many items for sale, as well as baked goods. Items will include table and tree decorations, angels, jewelry, aprons, rice sacks and wreaths. All proceeds will benefit the area Tree House and Turning Point of Union County. Contact Mary Babcock at babcock0823@ yahoo.com or 704-221-6483 for more information. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Indian Trail United Methodist Church, 113 Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail

12 Pottery Sale

The Cultural Arts Center presents the 2016 Annual Pottery Sale with regional artists representing many different mediums. Contact Susan Didier at 704-821-8114 for details. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Indian Trail Cultural Arts Center, 100 Navajo Lane, Indian Trail

12 Pawsitively Matthews

The dog festival brings dozens of pet-friendly vendors to Stumptown Park. You can also watch demonstrations and buy food from food trucks. The event includes a Mutt Strut talent show. Go to www.matthewsnc. gov for details. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; South Trade Street in Matthews

Ceramics 14 Winchester Program The Rosa Bell Ceramics Room will be open to the public to paint ceramics. Participants can pick out a ceramics piece to paint and staff will fire the item. Call Ryan Jones at 704-282-4695 for more information. 1 to 5 p.m.; Rosa Bell Ceramics Room, 1001 Winchester Ave., Monroe

14 Snakes at the Library

Children of all ages can join Grover Barfield, of Carolinas Reptile Rescue and Education Center, for an afternoon of snake education. Barfield will bring his collection of North Carolina snakes.

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15 Ribbon Cutting

Union Family Services, one of the newest members of the Union County Chamber of Commerce, will host a ribbon cutting and open house. Union Family Services is a team of skilled and licensed clinicians, who offer professional mental health counseling services for children, adolescents and adults in a warm and caring environment. The facility will offer workshops on various topics, such as childhood trauma and adult symptoms, tips for managing anxiety and understanding your depression, to highlight some of the services they offer. Visit unionfamilyservices.com for more information. 10 a.m.; 124 Winchester Ave., suite B, Monroe

4 Union 15 Networking County Local business leaders will convene to talk about their companies with other owners. Contact Kat Miller at Katmillc21@gmail. com or 704-574-0026 for more information. 6 p.m.; Trail House, 6751 Old Monroe Road, Indian Trail

16 Fire Prevention

Children of all ages will listen to local firefighters show how everyone can be safer around fire and heat – from detecting a problem to calling 911 for help. Contact 704-821-7475 for more information. 4:30 p.m.; Union West Regional Library, 123 Unionville-Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail

16 Snakes at the Library

Children of all ages can join Grover Barfield, of Carolinas Reptile Rescue and Education Center, for an afternoon of snake education. Barfield will bring his collection of North Carolina snakes. Call 704-283-8184 for more information. 4 p.m.; Monroe Library, 316 E. Windsor St., Monroe

16 Union County Tales

Former sheriff and member of the state House of Representatives Frank McGuirt and local historian and educators Richard Harding Davis will share tales about Old Union County. Call 704-283-8184 for more information. 6 p.m.; Griffin Room, Monroe Library, 316 E. Windsor St., Monroe

Clinic: Simple 17 Legal Divorce Union County Public Library, in partnership with Legal Aid of North Carolina, presents a do-it-yourself legal clinic for a simple divorce. The free clinic provides step-by-step instructions for divorce paperwork and the opportunity to ask questions to an attorney. Registration is required through calling 1-866-219-5262, visiting visit www.legalaidnc. eventbrite.com or contacting the Monroe Library Reference Desk at 704-283-8184, ext. 232. 2:30 p.m.; Griffin Room, Monroe Library, 316 E. Windsor St., Monroe

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ben@cmgweekly.com Monroe and Weddington appeared to be going through rebuilding years a month into the season. The Redhawks were a shaky 2-2 through their first four games, while the Warriors seemed to be in a free fall with a 1-3 start. But neither team panicked. Now, the Redhawks are 9-2 (5-0 Rocky River 2A), and the Warriors are 8-3 (5-0 Southern Carolinas). Both are league champions of their respective conferences. Weddington could easily only have one loss, because two of its three disappointing letdowns were by single-digit decisions. Both of Monroe’s losses were by single digits, so it’s just a few plays away from being undefeated. Monroe was dealt a major blow when quarterback Zephaniah Wall, a four-year starter, sustained a season-ending injury. Coach Johnny Sowell’s bunch persevered, and seem to be a state title contender once again. The Redhawks are buoyed by their daunting defense that chokes the life out of opponents. Senior linebacker Jaqwaun Coffie, senior defensive

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lineman/linebacker DeAndre Staton and senior defensive lineman/linebacker MiQuille Bryant lead a unit that is the stingiest, fastest, quickest and most aggressive of its kind in Union County and arguably beyond. They hold opponents to 13 ppg, and often give Monroe’s offense a short field to work with. Monroe is the type of team that usually only needs to make a few plays, because its defense is so dominant. Both teams faced difficult nonconference schedules. Weddington’s featured multiple dates with tough teams. Coach Tim Carson wasn’t afraid to challenge his ballclub. Those early challenges are paying major dividends for the Warriors now. Weddington is functioning like a well-oiled machine. The players are fundamentally sound, disciplined and battle tested on both sides of the ball. It also helps to have a veteran quarterback in senior gunslinger David Bayha, who is in a rhythm within the offense and the receivers. Carson has a trio of quality running backs that wear defenses down in seniors Wil Brunson and Denzel Patton and sophomore James Gale. It’s hard to say what either team’s ceiling is, but

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both seem to be getting better each week. That tells me neither has yet to play its best football, and this is the right time to start peaking. However, those aren’t the only impressive stories from the regular season. Porter Ridge has gone from cellar dweller to a playoff team, and is capable of going multiple rounds if it gets a favorable draw. Michael Hertz has pulled off one of if not the greatest coaching jobs in his first season at the helm with the Pirates. Porter Ridge went a combined 3-19 the two seasons prior to Hertz’s arrival. He flipped everything on its head when he came in with a new culture and new way of doing things that has breathed fresh energy and life into the program. The Pirates are 7-4 (4-2 Southwestern 4A), and are eager to make a playoff push. Cuthbertson (6-5, 3-2 Southern Carolinas) is riding a three-game winning streak into the postseason. The Cavaliers are playing well on both sides of the ball, and have momentum on their side. Coach David Johnson has a dangerous team. Sun Valley sophomore quarterback Sam Howell came back with a vengeance against Anson Friday, Nov. 4 after a concussion sidelined him for the Spar-

tans’ blowout loss to Cuthbertson. He completed 26-44 passes for 539 yards and six touchdowns to lead Sun Valley to a 49-27, win over the Bearcats. That performance could reenergize Sun Valley (8-3, 3-2 Southern Carolinas). The Spartans can score with anyone, especially when Howell is healthy and firing on all cylinders. They should be a tough out during the postseason. Marvin Ridge (6-5, 3-2 Southern Carolinas) is in good spirits despite its 34-3 loss to Weddington in its regular season finale. The Mavericks don’t have time to dwell on it. It’s time to get ready for the state playoffs. Coach Aubrey Carter has a litany of dynamic skill position players, including senior wide receiver Emeka Emezie, who gives opponents fits. The Mavs know they can compete with anyone. It’s just a matter of executing, and not letting up. Cuthbertson, Marvin Ridge and Sun Valley tied for second place in the Southern Carolinas, but shouldn’t be overlooked. Weddington is getting most of the attention, and rightfully. However, opponents can’t afford to sleep on the Cavs, Mavs and Spartans.

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Offensive Player of the Week Mason Mills Porter Ridge

Parkwood junior linebacker Seth Shimer keyed a dominant effort with 17 tackles during the Rebels’ 40-2 win over CATA Friday, Nov. 4. Shimer is one of the surest tacklers in Union County, and has a nose for the football. The Rebels will need him to produce similar performances in the playoffs.

Porter Ridge senior running back Mason Mills put the Pirates on his back in their 35-23 win over Rocky River Friday, Nov. 4. Mills carried 24 times for 174 yards and four touchdowns. He preserved through an injury that sidelined him for a few games, and now he is a vital component to Porter Ridge’s attack as it prepares for the playoffs.

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Union County cross-country shows out at states by Ben Doster ben@cmgweekly.com

Union County has been the premier area for top crosscountry programs and runners for several years. Weddington Coach Rick Spencer, Marvin Ridge coach Cameron Starr and Cuthbertson coach Kirk Walsh have built their respective programs into perennial powers, not just at the county and regional levels, but at the state level, too. All three schools had strong showings on the boys and girls’ side at the state championship meet in Kernersville Saturday, Nov. 5. Junior Sarah LaTour finished runner-up with a time of 18 minutes and 42.87 seconds to propel Cuthbertson’s girls’ team to second in the state. “She’s a star,” Walsh said. “We leaned heavily on her all year. It had to start there. She came in as the fifth seed. She ran the entire race, sitting in fourth. She put a move on that. I wish there was a camera where I wasn’t, because somehow, she made up 60 meters in the last 1,000 to move from fourth from second. I almost passed out I was so happy. She’s a tactical genius in races.” Marvin Ridge senior Jennae Jacob placed sixth (19:13.55), Piedmont junior Jaeden Phelix took eighth (19:20.79) and Weddington sophomore Sydney Burke claimed 10th (19:21.57). Weddington finished third in the state, while Marvin Ridge came in fifth on the girls’ side. Weddington senior Kyle Hinson was the only runner

Marvin Ridge coach Cameron Starr and senior Jennae Jacob. Photo courtesy of MRHS.

from Union County on the boys’ side to make the top 10. He completed the race in 16 minutes and 21.36 seconds to earn the ninth place spot. The Warriors battled their way to the runner-up spot as a team on the boys’ side, while Marvin Ridge placed third and Cuthbertson came in 10th. “We were hoping to win both the girls and the boys,” Spencer said. “We fell a little bit short of that, so there’s always a little bit of disappointment when you don’t meet your ultimate goal. We have a very young team. Some of that just comes from experience and understanding just a

little bit better how to race. “I’m very pleased and very proud of what we did accomplish this year, and I look forward to seeing what they can do in the future. Any time you can finish that high at the state meet, you’re going to be pretty pleased.” Walsh was pleased with the results. He had different goals. For the guys, he wanted them to make the state meet, while he wanted to see the girls improve on their fourth place finish at states last season. Marvin Ridge overcame quite a bit, especially on the boys’ side, to have the success it did. For example, senior Jacob Lipsey was coming back from a stress fracture, and the Mavericks had some other minor injuries among other challenges throughout the season. “They were able to pull it all together,” Starr said. That was impressive for Marvin Ridge after it struggled at regionals and entered the state meet as the No. 7 seed. “I don’t think I was asking them to do anything that they thought they couldn’t do,” Starr said. “We talked a lot about what one percent more would look like and could they all just give one percent more. They pulled it all together. “We really preached pack running and being a selfless teammate throughout the season. They ran as a pack, and I think they drew strength from seeing their teammates around them. It was a special group of guys.” Starr added he never lost faith in his runners or belief in what they could do. “It took all season getting all of our guys to run the best that they could on one day,” he said.

Union County soccer teams emerge as championship contenders by Ben Doster ben@cmgweekly.com

It’s playoff time for high school boys’ soccer, and Union County once again has some of the top teams in the state. Porter Ridge, coached by Ron Ladimir, remains unbeaten with a 230-2 (12-0 Southwestern 4A) record after beat conference foe Independence, 1-0, Tuesday, Nov. 8. Ladimir preaches defense, and the Pirates are one of the most disciplined groups on that side of the field. They deny shots on goal, and keep opponents out of the box. The No. 1 seeded Pirates host No. 4 seed Mount Tabor Thursday, Nov. 10 at 7 p.m. The winner advances to play the winner of No. 3 seed Providence and No. 7 seed South Meck. The Sabres are the defending N.C. High School Athletic Association 4A state champions, while the Panthers advanced to the semifinals last season. However, Porter Ridge can’t afford to look past Mount Tabor, or it could find itself watching the rest of the playoffs from the stands or at home. At the 3A level, Marvin Ridge appears to be the favorite. The Maver-

icks breezed through conference play on their way to a 20-3 (10-0 Southern Carolinas) record. No. 2 seeded Marvin Ridge Matt Winesette beat Hickory Ridge, 2-0, to advance to the third round of the state playoffs, where it will face a talented Concord team that is seeded sixth. The winner will advance to face the winner of South Point and defending 3A state champion Weddington, who is coming off an upset of No. 1 seed Patton. The Mavs swept the Warriors during the regular season, but know they will get their best shot if there is a third meeting between the rivals. Weddington has been carried by the scoring of Michael Davidson, while Marvin Ridge has been propelled by the steadiness of team captains Tyler Fant and Ryan Welsh. Matt Winesette also has been a key contributor with his ability to score.

Boys Athlete of the Week: Kyle Hinson Weddington Weddington senior cross-country runner Kyle Hinson has consistently been one of the top long distance runners in Union County. He finished ninth at the NCHSAA 3A state meet Saturday, Nov. 5, completing the race in 16 minutes and 21.36 seconds.

Girls Athlete of the Week: Anna Bristle Parkwood Parkwood junior cross-country runner Anna Bristle has performed at a high level for sometime. Bristle finished third in the NCHSAA 2A state championship meet Saturday, Nov. 5 with an impressive time of 18:59.31.

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