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Educator named Fulbright Scholar MONROE – South Piedmont Community College administrator Makena Stewart was selected as a Fulbright Scholar as part of the International Education Administrators grant program and was slated to travel to Germany in 2021 for a two-week culture and experience sharing program. While the trip was canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, she believes the grant award is an immense honor and advances the college’s international education goals. “I am grateful for the recogni-

tion as it increases access to various ways to engage our students in global conversations,” Stewart said. “The possibilities of future shared learning experiences like collaborative online international learning and other intercultural exchanges could begin to help our students bridge the global divide as they prepare to enter the workforce.” Stewart is the associate vice president for student success and directly oversees South Piedmont’s international education area. She brings 17 years of post-secondary education experience in supporting

student success and achievement. “International education became one of my passions when I was afforded the opportunity to travel to Spain while in high school,” Dr. Stewart said. “It showed me how important international experiences truly are during the educational process. The ability to experience and directly interact with other cultures is so important for student development.” South Piedmont provides programs that take place globally as well as on campus. The Office of International Education offers tra-

ditional and virtual study abroad and on-campus experiences that help provide exposure to the global world for students in Union and Anson counties. “Not all students can travel the world, so we are bringing the world to them,” said Carl Bishop, Vice president for academic and student affairs/chief academic officer. “Our Office of International Education had to shift temporarily during COVID, but it has allowed us to expand our virtual offerings and give more opportunities to South Piedmont students.”

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP RIGHT: Thomas Foster and Yorda Kidane (photo courtesy of Union County Chamber), Tahira Stalberte (photo courtesy of Union County Public Schools), Seth Goldwire, and Ericka McKnight.

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50 influential African Americans in the community Black History Month gives us a chance to reflect on the past, but these 50 leaders provide hope for the future. They are in positions that allow them to shape the region for years to come. Surluta Anthony: former member, Monroe City Council Ulunda Baker: executive director, Serve Unity Outreach Gloria Barrino: executive director, Union County Crisis Assistance Ministry Jamar Bellamy: principal, Health Sciences Academy at Monroe Middle Jimmy Bention Sr.: member, Union County Board of Education Margaret Bivens: member, Marshville Town Council Jim Black: administrator, Land of the Waxhaws Paulette Blakeney: member, Marshville Town Council Kim Chinnis: principal, Prospect Elementary School Mikail Clark: attorney, Johnston Allison & Hord PA Valerie Coffey: member, Mineral Springs Town Council Lundeen Cureton: member, Mineral Springs Town Council Elenia Daniels: principal, Walter Bickett Elementary School Frank Deese: town manager, Town of Marshville Eric Dixon: general manager, ATI Jeff Duke: profit center manager, Assa Abloy Jennifer Duru Perry: development manager, DreamKey Partners Edwin Elam, political figure Camela Ford: principal, Monroe Charter Academy Thomas Foster: director, NCWorks Career Center Angela Foster: principal, Marshville Elementary School Seth Goldwire: facility executive, Atrium Health Union West Nathel Hailey: president, Union County NAACP Bashawn Harris: assistant superintendent, Union County Public Schools Monrique Holt: officer, Monroe Police Department Gary Huntley: member, Marshville Town Council Angelia James; member, Monroe City Council Antonio Jefferson, assistant VP for diversity, Wingate University Maxie Johnson: principal, Wingate Elementary School Yorda Kidane: CEO, Digital Tax Advisory John Kirkpatrick IV: member, Union County Board of Education Thomas LeGrand Jr. : commissioner, Town of Wingate Mary Lindsay-Barber: president, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Monaca Marshall: member, Marshville Town Council ‘ Tikola McCree: Realtor, Keller Williams Realty Franco McGee: former member, Monroe City Council Marcus McIntyre: member, Indian Trail Town Council Ericka McKnight: owner, ELM School of Real Estate Brenda McMillon: mayor pro tem, Waxhaw Board of Commissioners Vicki Merritt: principal, Central Academy of Technology and Arts Melita Mitchell: officer, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Kimberly Morrison-Hansley: officer, Union County NAACP Gwendolyn Perkins: medical director, Community Health Services of Union County Adrien Porter: principal, Union County Early College Althea Richardson-Tucker: attorney, Richardson Tucker Law Firm David Smith: financial advisory, Edward Jones Johnny Sowell: football coach/administrator, Monroe High School Ernestine Stanton: member, Marshville Town Council ‘ Tahira Stalberte: assistant superintendent, Union County Public Schools Joan Laverne White: district manager, Aramark

ABOVE: The Rev. John Kirkpatrick IV (photo courtesy of UCPS). Right: Ulunda Baker

hen it came to COVID-19, I thought I was bulletproof. While I am double vaccinated, I knew I could still get the virus. I took all the necessary precautions. I wore my mask. At the gas station, I used glove’s when I pumped gas. Yet I wasn’t afraid to shake hands when I met people. I’d often joked that when I greeted someone, my right hand came up as if I was in a gun fight in the wild, wild West. Would the other person shake my hand, fist bump me, elbow bump me, wave me away, or grab me and hug me? While other people got the virus, I seemed to skirt it. I began to boast. No matter what I did, I couldn’t get the virus. I told my wife the CDC needed to extract my blood and make a vaccine with it and spread it over the planet to end this global pandemic. I forgot the scripture verse that says, “Pride comes before the fall.” Let me take you back when I was eighteen. At the time, I was a very good canoeist. I could navigate an aluminum canoe down whitewater rapids on the Delaware River. That is, until the day I wrapped it around a rock. Yes, “Pride comes before the fall. The day after Christmas, I came down with COVID. My wife and I had plans to go away. The next day I was scheduled to speak at a retreat for our Café staff. I was looking forward to it. Dec. 27, I had four rapid tests. The fourth one I waited in line four hours just to prove the other three were wrong. They weren’t. I wasn’t going anywhere. Gratefully, I did not have to go to the hospital. I developed a bad cough and at times felt like I got beat up. I was home the week after Christmas recovering from COVID. I tried going to work but the team sent me home. I was no longer contagious, but I didn’t feel well. Here’s the problem. I had a dentist appointment on Jan. 10. I was not contagious. The dentist’s office welcomed me into the office. But I still had a cough. The dental hygienist was going to work inside my mouth. I needed to be calm while she was scraping my teeth. I told her I would close my eyes. Back in May 2020, I had an intense prayer time in the pasta aisle at the grocery store. Could this be another of those deeply spiritual moments? Some people feel more comfortable praying on their knees. When I get on my knees, I fall asleep. Praying behind the wheel of a car works best for me. see FAITH, Page 4A

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Treasurer wants task force to address effect of inflation on local government by Nyamekye Daniel Contributor

(The Center Square) – North Carolina State Treasurer Dale Folwell is calling for a task force to address the effect the nation’s high inflation rate is having on local government coffers. The national inflation rate was the highest it has been in 40 years at 7.5% in January. Folwell said inflation combined with current labor and supply chain shortages could create disruptions, especially for local governments. “Inflation is a thief,” said Folwell, who oversees the state’s pension sys-

tem and leads the Local Government Commission. Inflation is the rate that prices of products and the cost of services increase over time. Folwell said it is a cause for concern for financially strapped governments and people on fixed incomes. North Carolina’s LGC monitors the finances of more than 1,100 local government units and approves borrowing for the units. In the past few years, many local governments in North Carolina have requested to borrow money to update or repair outdated water and sewer systems, schools and other government buildings. The treasurer said the cost of tools

and supplies has increased because of inflation, possibly leading to governments being priced out of projects. For instance, Folwell said the LGC could approve a city’s plan to borrow $120 million for a project, but the cost could increase to $190 million with massive inflation. Workforce and supply chain shortages also can stall the local projects. Low supply chains also have led to higher prices, according to reports. Although Folwell is concerned about the effect the inflation rate will have on lower governments, it may allow the state to invest money in fixed income at higher interest rates. “Interest rates go up typically for most of our lifetime, stocks go

down, but it gives us an opportunity to take billions of dollars invested at higher interest rates than what we were getting a year ago,” Folwell said. In addition to creating a task force to examine the effects of the high inflation rate, Folwell said governments should avoid creating policies that drive inflation. Economists point to the injection of federal aid into the economy and the supply shortages as the cause of the current inflation surge. Folwell said local government should be mindful of one-time funding from the federal government since the money temporarily props their fiscal budgets.

N.C. looks to terminate contracts that benefit Russia by Victor Skinner Contributor

(The Center Square) – Gov. Roy Cooper has ordered all state agencies and departments under his control to review existing state contracts and terminate any agreements that benefit Russia. Cooper issued Executive Order No. 251, a week after Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. “The invasion of Ukraine is an attack on a free people. This order sends a strong message and helps ensure no public dollars or operations from North Carolina will benefit Russia and its unjustified aggression,” Cooper said after issuing Monday’s order. “Our state stands in solidarity with the people of Ukraine as they fight courageously against a tyrant to defend their country, their democracy and their freedom.”

The order cited the unprovoked invasion that has “inflicted and will continue to inflict significant harm and suffering on the people of Ukraine,” and noted “Russia’s actions severely undermine global peace and stability.” The order acknowledged thousands of Ukrainian Americans living in North Carolina and the deployment of troops from the Tar Heel State to the region, as well as U.S.-imposed sanctions on Russia in response to the war. “North Carolina seeks to ensure that its actions do not aid Russia, whether directly or indirectly,” the order read. “All affected state entities shall, as soon as practicable, review all existing contracts and operations to determine whether they directly benefit any Russian entities,” Cooper wrote. “To the extent that affected state entities

identify contracts or operations that directly benefit Russian entities, the affected state entity is directed to take all reasonable steps to terminate that contract or operation.” The order applied to “all state government agencies and departments over which the governor has executive authority, as well as all other state entities for which the governor appoints the chief executive or a majority of the board members.” The document defined “Russian entity” as “any corporation, company, or other entity that is headquartered in Russia or has its principal place of business in Russia, including any wholly-owned or majority-owned subsidiaries of such corporations, companies, or entities.” The executive order specifically cited alcohol sales controlled by the North Carolina Alcoholic Bever-

age Control Commission, as well as state contracts for goods and services. “Currently available information from the North Carolina ABC Commission suggests that three alcohol brands – Hammer & Sickle, Beluga, and Russian Standard – would be subject to this Executive Order,” according to a Cooper statement that accompanied the executive order. Cooper’s directive ordered state entities to refrain from new contracts with Russian entities, unless granted special permission. “Affected state entities may enter into such contracts only if the head of the affected state entity determines in writing that the contract is necessary for the affected state entity to perform its work for the state and there are no suitable alternatives,” the order read. Cooper also encouraged

other state entities and local governments to follow suit. “All other state entities and local governments in North Carolina are strongly encouraged to adopt similar policies to ensure that public dollars and operations do not directly benefit Russian entities,” Cooper wrote. The executive order issued Monday followed similar measures in numerous states to boycott Russian vodka or divest from Russian companies. New Hampshire, Ohio, Utah, New York, Virginia, Texas, Pennsylvania, Alabama, Colorado, Georgia, Indiana, Maryland and other states have enacted measures to ban the sale of Russian goods in the past week. Those measures are on top of sanctions imposed by the U.S. government, as well as similar directives from city officials across the country.

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A breakdown of who is running for office Candidates wanting to appear on the 2022 ballot have resumed filing campaign paperwork at board of elections offices in Mecklenburg and Union counties. Filing continues until noon March 4. Here’s a look at who has filed for select races that will appear on ballots (incumbents for particular races are designed by (I):

MECKLENBURG NC Senate District 38 • Democrat: Mujtaba Mohammed (I) NC Senate District 39 • Democrat: DeAndrea Salvador (I) • Republican: Mark Robeson

Charlotte City Councilwoman Dimple Ajmera brought her family to filing. Campaign photo

NC Senate District 40 • Democrat: Joyce Waddell • Republican: Bobbie Shields

Sydney Acute McDaniel, Lucille Puckett

NC Senate District 41 • Democrat: Natasha Marcus

Charlotte City Council At-Large • Democrat: Dimple Ajmera (I), Larken Egleston, LaWana Slack-Mayfield

NC Senate District 42 • Democrat: Rachel Hunt • Republican: Scott Stone

Charlotte City Council District 1 • Democrat: Dante Anderson, Billy Maddalon

NC House District 88 • Democrat: Mary Belk (I) • Republican: Anne Marie Peacock

Charlotte City Council District 2 • Democrat: Kendrick Cunningham, Malcolm Graham (I)

NC House District 92 • Democrat: Terry Brown (I)

Charlotte City Council District 3 • Democrat: Victoria Watlington (I)

NC House District 98 • Democrat: Christy Clark • Republican: John R. Bradford III (I)

Charlotte City Council District 4 • Democrat: Renee Perkins Johnson (I)

NC House District 100 • Democrat: John Autry (I)

Charlotte City Council District 5 • Democrat: Liz Millsaps Haigler, Vinroy Reid, Mark Vincent

NC House District 101 • Democrat: Carolyn Logan (I) • Republican: Steve Mauney

Charlotte City Council District 6 • Democrat: Stephanie Hand, Nancy Wiggins Charlotte City Council District 7 • Republican: Ed Driggs (I)

NC House District 102 • Democrat: Becky Carney (I)

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NC House District 103 • Democrat: Laura Budd • Republican: Bill Brawley

N.C. Senate District 35 • Republican: Todd Johnson (I)

NC House District 104 • Democrat: Brandon Lofton (I) • Republican: Don Pomeroy

N.C. House District 55 • Republican: Mark Brody (I), Brandon Smith

NC House District 105 • Democrat: Wesley Harris (I) • Republican: Joshua Niday

N.C. House District 68 • Republican: David Willis (I) N.C. House District 69 • Republican: Dean Arp (I)

NC House District 106 • Democrat: Carla Cunningham (I) NC House District 107 • Democrat: Kelly Alexnader (I), Vermanno Bowman • Republican: Mark Alan Cook NC House District 112 Democrat: Jay Holman, Rodney Moore Board of Commissioners At-Large • Democrat: Leigh Altman, Jennifer De La Jara, Arthur Griffin Jr. • Republican: Tatyana Thulien Board of Commissioners District 1 • Democrat: Elaine Powell (I) • Republican: Gary Leone

Board of Commissioners District 4 • Democrat: Mark Jerrell (I) • Republican: Ray Fuentes

Union County Board of Education District 1 (unexpired) • Republican: Colleen Kamolnik

Board of Commissioners District 5 • Democrat: Laura Meier (I) • Republican: Matthew Ridenhour

N.C. Superior Court Judge District 20B Seat 02 • Republican: Matt Smith

Board of Commissioners District 6 • Democrat: Susan Rodriguez-McDowell (I) • Republican: Desiree Zapata Miller Sheriff • Democrat: Aujiena “Gina” Hicks, Marquis D. Robinson Mayor • Democrat: Vi Alexander Lyles (I), Tigress

I am sitting in the dental chair with my eyes closed ignoring the noise the ma-

Union County Board of Education District 3 • Democrat: Maria Palacios • Republican: Gary Sides

Union County Board of Education District 6 • Democrat: Steve Martin • Republican: Jessica Cook, Kathy Heintel (I)

Board of Commissioners District 3 • Democrat: George Dunlap (I)

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Union County Board of Education At-Large • Democrat: Weston Burroughs • Republican: Jimmy Bention Sr.

Union County Board of Education District 4 • Democrat: Jodi McConkey • Republican: Sandra Greene

Board of Commissioners District 2 • Democrat: Vilma D. Leake (I)

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Union County Board of Commissioners • Democrat: Kimberly Morrison-Hansley, Gina Palandri • Republican: Edwin Elam, Terrence Glesias, Brian Helms, Melssa Merrrell, Parker Mills, Dennis Rape (I), Stony Rushing (I), Jonathan Thomas, Travis Wilson

Union County District Attorney • Republican: Trey Robison (I) Union County Clerk of Superior Court • Republican: Wendy Maynard, Rodney Pierce, Sandra Smith, Charles Teague Union County Sheriff • Republican: Terry Boag, Eddie Cathey (I)

chines were making. I cooperated with her when she had to add water or use the vacuum. Then I prayed. I didn’t hear a thing. I was focused on talking to God about the tasks and challenges that lay

The 7,100-square-foot store operates Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. It has a donation drop-off location. Photo courtesy of Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont

Goodwill opens 26th store in the Charlotte region CHARLOTTE – Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont celebrated the grand opening of its newest retail store Feb. 25 at 8250 Charlotte Highway in Indian Land. This marks the nonprofit’s 26th store in the greater Charlotte region and fourth store in South Carolina. The store brings 30 new jobs to the region and has an estimated economic impact of $2.5 million annually, including wages and sales. Jose Luis, chief operating officer at Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont, said he was thrilled to open a new location in Indian Land, being a longtime resident of the town. “Our shoppers and donors play a vital role in driving the Goodwill mission,” Luis said. “We’re grateful for their support throughout the region.” Since 1965, Goodwill has been helping people

in the region earn new skills, discover new careers, change their circumstances and improve their lives. The organization is able to provide job training and employment services free of charge thanks to donations from the community and purchases made at Goodwill stores. Goodwill Industries of the Southern Piedmont provided support to nearly 6,000 people advance in their careers last year, according to President and CEO Chris Jackson. “That impact in our community is why we are so excited to be expanding our footprint today,” Jackson said. Training programs are regularly enrolling and are focused in construction, customer service, information technology and workplace skills. On the web: www.goodwillsp.org.

Museum explores two Reid families MATTHEWS – An upcoming exhibit at the Matthews Heritage Museum will explore the two Reid Families of Matthews and Sharon Township. Two Reid families with no known relationship to each other were joined together with the marriage of Ellie Reid Bell and T. N. Reid. Dr. and Ellie Reid lived in the Reid house at 134 W. John Street throughout their marriage. The exhibit, “Rediscovery the Reids,” explores the preceding generations of Reids living in the area, leading to this couple and their children. The museum has conducted new research to get a better understanding of the families.

ahead of me in 2022. In my prayer life to God, I tend to be brutally honest. I talk about my fears, concerns and frustrations. The hygienist had no idea what was going on. She

The Reid House was given to the Matthews Historical Foundation by Sarah Reid, who inherited the building from Nancy Reid. Nancy and her sister, and two step-sisters lived in the house with Dr. T. N. Reid, her father, and Ellie Reid Bell, her mother. The Reid House is one of the few surviving structures in Matthews from the Victorian era. Ellie’s family first came to this country when her great-grandfather James Reid emigrated from northern Ireland and settled in Mecklenburg. James was a patriot in the Revolutionary War. James’ son, Solomon, and grandson, Jeremiah Solomon, were early leaders in the county. Solomon served in

thought she was removing the tartar and plaque from my teeth. She was. At the same time, the dental chair became a sacred place for me to talk to God. During this church season

the War of 1812 and the Mexican-American War, and Jeremiah Solomon served in the N.C. State Legislature, and is often referred to as the “father” of Matthews as he submitted the request to incorporate the town. Jeremiah’s son Edward Solomon built the Reid House, but sold it to his sister, who lived there with her second husband, Dr. Thomas Neely Reid. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday to Saturday, from March 5 to June 25, at 232 N. Trade St. Admission is charged but is waived on the first Saturday of every month. On the web: www.matthewsheritagemuseum.org

of Lent, find your own place where you and God have that special connection. I’ll be back soon. Until then, live well my friend. The Rev. Tony Marciano is the

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Student Art Show returns to town hall INDIAN TRAIL – Indian Trail Town Hall will soon be adorned with artwork from local elementary school students. The Student Art Show will be open to residents on: • March 10, from 5 to 8 p.m. • March 11, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. • March 12, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Each elementary school was invited to submit up to 40 pieces of artwork. This year’s participating schools are Antioch, Hemby Bridge, Indian Trail, Poplin, Porter Ridge, Sardis and Shiloh Valley elementary schools, Shiloh Valley Primary School, as well as Metrolina Christian and Union Preparatory academies.

Artwork from a local homeschool student will also be on display. The Student Art Show was one of the programs developed for the Educate Through Art Initiative, and the first exhibit was held in March 2013. The town chose March in recognition of National Student Art Month. In the first year, only five elementary schools participated. The event has grown to include 10 schools and more than 300 pieces of artwork. “After having to take a year’s hiatus due to COVID, the Student Art Show is back and will be bigger than ever,” said Hayden Kramer, parks and recreation director.

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Caroline and Trey Winslett's gift will help families get access to the care they need. Based on their experiences with their son, Ward, they said raising a child with a rare disease takes a village. Photo courtesy of Atrium Health

$1 million gift helps treat rare pediatric diseases CHARLOTTE – Atrium Health Foundation has received a $1 million gift from Charlotte-based WARD’S Foundation to help further advance the care of rare disease patients at Atrium Health Levine Children’s. The gift honors Ward Winslett, the firstborn child of WARD’S Foundation cofounders Caroline and Trey Winslett. Ward lost his life to a rare disease in October 2020, just six days shy of his 13-month birthday. The Winsletts turned their heartbreak into determination, driven by their wish to inspire hope in other families facing a similar diagnosis. In January 2021, they established WARD’S Foundation (Working to Advance Rare Disease Support) with the mission of educating, supporting, and improving the overall patient experience for families facing rare disease. In recognition of the gift from WARD’S Foundation – announced today to coincide with National Rare Disease Day – the Ward Winslett Center for Pediatric Rare Disease will be created on the sixth floor of the Levine Children’s Medical Plaza on Blythe Boulevard. The Medical Plaza is undergoing a complete renovation, projected for completion in the next two years. The outpatient center will serve over 40 counties, offering efficient, coordinated care and a support system for families who are navigating the complexities of living with a rare disease. Ward was seven months old when he was diagnosed with Type II Gaucher’s Disease, a rare disease that occurs in one in 100,000 individuals and has varying levels of severity. Ward had the rare type that presents in infancy and is usually fatal by age two. “And so began our diagnostic odyssey,” said Caroline Winslett, who explained that she and Trey spent hours each day learning as much as possible about Ward’s disease. “It was an incredibly traumatic experience, and what we learned is that when a rare disease strikes, it takes a village.” Thanks to the generosity of Caroline, Trey, and WARD’S Foundation, that village will expand to support families across the Carolinas. “The Ward Winslett Center for Pediatric Rare Disease will provide our patients with access to an array of services under one roof, ensuring that families like the Winsletts spend less time traveling and in appointments, and more quality time with their children,” said Ashley Chadha, specialty medical director at Levine Children’s. “In addition

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Festival gives close-up look at emergency, cool vehicles INDIAN TRAIL – More than 30 vehicles of all shapes and sizes will descend on Chestnut Square Park for Indian Trail’s Touch-a-Truck festival. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 5 at the park, 320 Chestnut Pkwy. It will include SWAT vehicles, a fire truck, a Zamboni, Indian Trail Public Works vehicles and the Book Bus. The event also will include an hour, from 10 to 11 a.m., when no sirens and no lights will be used for families who wish to attend during that time. “Our Touch-a-Truck festival is a great opportunity for kids and the young at heart to get hands-on with emergency vehicles, service vehicles and even some of the big toys our public works department gets to play with every day,” said Hayden Kramer, parks and recreation director. “Not only that, but families will get to talk with the people who operate these vehicles to learn about how they work and some of the cool things they

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Playhouse shares musical MATTHEWS – The Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts returned to the stage Feb. 25 for its first performance of 2022 with “The Rainbow Fish Musical.” Adi Callaghan, an eighth-grader at Cuthbertson Middle School, portrayed the role of Rainbow Fish in the Matthews production. Adi is no stranger to fans of Matthews Playhouse, having performed in productions such as “Pinocchio: Without Strings” or “Lemonade Stand.” Several other performers in “Rainbow Fish” have appeared in previous Matthews Playhouse productions, including Nick Morris (Hermit Crab), Amanda Mooney (Starfish) and Rachel Helms (ensemble). The story was first published 30 years ago by author Marcus Pfister. Sharing is the moral of the story. During opening weekend, Matthews Playhouse highlighted its partnership with Charlotte Freedom School Partners, which works to prevent summer reading loss. Fittingly, Matthews Playhouse donated $200 and three dozen “Rainbow Fish” books to the nonprofit. Matthews Playhouse will continue presenting “The Rainbow Fish Musical” through March 6 at the Matthews Community Center. Visit www.matthewsplayhouse.com/ for tickets.

Summer fun Matthews Playhouse offers summer camps in June, July and August. Half-day camps cost $170, full-day camps cost $310 and intensive camps cost $335. Camps cater to various age groups. For example, rising kindergarten through second-graders may act out scenes from “Beauty and the Beast” and “Cinderella” while older youth will study techniques that can lead to starring roles in future productions.

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NASCAR Technical Institute Campus President Jennifer Bergeron addresses the crowd at the ribbon-cutting of the school’s new Welding Technology Training program alongside the inaugural class. Photos courtesy of NASCAR Tech

NASCAR Tech provides new career opportunities MOORESVILLE – Universal Technical Institute’s Mooresville campus, NASCAR Technical Institute, has launched its new Welding Technology Training program. The program is hailed as another achievement for workforce development efforts in the region and helps address the demand for skilled workers. This represents the eighth welding program launched at a UTI campus nationwide, with three additional programs scheduled to launch in the summer at the UTI Exton, Pennsylvania. campus, and the new UTI campuses in Austin, Texas and Miramar, Florida. The 36-week course trains students on the hard and soft skills needed to prepare for a welding career. Welders are highly sought after in industries ranging from automotive fabrication and motorsports to aerospace, construction and virtually every kind of manufacturing. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that there will be an annual average of 49,200 welding job openings nationwide between now and 2030. “NASCAR Tech works hand-in-hand with our employer partners to continue addressing their need for skilled workers in our region,” Campus President Jennifer Bergeron said. “Welders are the backbone of our economy and are vital to the development of the infrastructure we use every day. We are encouraged by the strong interest in our new welding program, from both prospective students and employers who are ready to hire our graduates.”

One of the program’s new instructors, Martin Ngigi, worked as a traveling welder most of his career and spent several years working on the SpaceX program. “I want to give my experience to someone else. I want to change another person’s life because this profession changed my life,” Ngigi said. “As a traveling welder, I never worried about finding a job. I had some amazing experiences at SpaceX, getting to work on the rocket and booster that went to space. Now, it’s about passing along that knowledge. It’s a way for me to give back.” On the web: https://www.uti.edu/programs/ welding. The program includes hands-on training and instruction through a comprehensive curriculum developed in collaboration with Lincoln Electric.

CHARLOTTE – McColl Center has announced the launch of its new Catalyst residency and has named multi-media artist William Cordova as the inaugural Catalyst Artist-in-Residence. “The Catalyst residency is a part of our strategic efforts to bolster our commitment to serving artists. As an expansion of our signature artist-in-residence program, Catalyst invites nationally acclaimed artists in advanced places in their careers to complete specific projects or to explore new work during a 1-6 month period of working at McColl Center while connecting with local artists and the Charlotte creative community,” said Jonell Logan, vice president and creative director. Cordova is based in Lima, Peru, as well as Miami and New York City in the US. His installation, drawing, and sculpture practice is inspired by Afro-Peruvian culture, western art, urban aesthetics and popular culture. Cordova will begin the Catalyst residency on March 7 and will be in Charlotte through April 9. Cordova has been an artist-in-residence at The Studio Museum in Harlem, American Academy in Berlin, Germany, Museum of Fine Art in Houston’s CORE program, Headlands Center for the Arts, Artpace, Skowhegan School of Painting & Sculpture, Lower Manhattan Cultural Council among others. The artist has exhibited in the U.S., Latin America, Europe and Asia, with work in public collections at the Whitney Museum of American Art, Guggenheim Museum, Walker Art Center, Harvard University, Yale University, Museo de Arte de Lima, Ellipse Foundation, Perez Art Museum, La Casa de las Americas in Havana, Cuba among others. An exhibition of Cordova’s work “william cordova. rumi maki: infinite harmonics of southern alchemy,“ opened Feb. 23 in conjunction with “public questions/private conduct,” an exhibition featuring the Winter/Spring 2022 Artists-in-Residence. “My work utilizes an ethnographic approach as a way to intersect and prod viewers to reflect and relate to one another,”he said.

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Summer camp directory Here’s a directory of venues that have traditionally offered summer camps and activities. Know of others? Send an email to justin@cmgweekly.com to be included in our online archive. Acting Out Studio (South Charlotte) 8145 Ardrey Kell Road, Charlotte www.actingoutstudio.com Aerial CLT 801 N. Tryon St., Charlotte www.aerialclt.com Art Box Ceramics & Canvas 310 E. S. Main St., Waxhaw www.artboxceramics.com Ballantyne Reading Academy 9815 Suzanne Court, Waxhaw www.ballantynereading.com Ballantyne School of Music 11318 N. Community House Road, Charlotte www.ballantyneschoolofmusic.com Brace YMCA 3127 Weddington Road, Matthews www.ymcaCharlotte.org/brace Calvary Church 5801 Pineville-Matthews Road, Charlotte www.calvarychurch.com Carmel Christian School 1145 Pineville-Matthews Road, Matthews www.carmelchristian.org Carmel Presbyterian Church 2048 Carmel Road, Charlotte www.carmelpresbyterian.org Caroline Calouche 9315 Monroe Road, Charlotte www.carolinecalouche.org Carolina Courts 240 Chestnut Pkwy., Indian Trail www.carolinacourts.com Carolina Voices 1900 Queens Road, Charlotte www.carolinavoices.org Cedarhill Farm 2620 Waxhaw-Marvin Road, Waxhaw www.cedarhillfarminc.com Central Piedmont Community College 1201 Elizabeth Ave., Charlotte www.cpcc.edu Charlotte 49ers 9201 University City Blvd., Charlotte www.charlotte49ers.com Charlotte Academy of Music 15040 Idlewild Road, Matthews www.charlotteacademyofmusic.com Charlotte Ballet 701 N. Tryon St., Charlotte www.charlotteballet.org Charlotte Chess Center & Scholastic Academy 10700 Kettering Drive, Charlotte www.charlottechesscenter.org Charlotte Cirque & Dance Center 9315 Monroe Road, Charlotte www.cltcirquedancecenter.org Charlotte Eagles 8510 McAlpine Park Drive, Charlotte www.charlotteeagles.com Charlotte Hornets 333 E. Trade St., Charlotte www.nba.com/hornets Charlotte Christian School

Dottie Rose Foundation Various locations, Charlotte www.dottierosefoundation.org/camps/

Providence United Methodist Church 2810 Providence Road, Charlotte www.providenceumc.org

7301 Sardis Road, Charlotte www.charlottechristian.com

Empire Lacrosse 11623 Scottish Kilt Court Charlotte www.empirelaxcamp.com

Quail Hollow Presbyterian Church 8801 Park Road, Charlotte www.qhpc.org

Charlotte Country Day School 1440 Carmel Road, Charlotte www.charlottecountryday.org

Extreme Ice Center 4705 Indian Trail-Fairview Road, Indian Trail www.xicenter.com

Queens University of Charlotte 1900 Selwyn Ave., Charlotte www.queenssportscamps.com

Charlotte Fencing Academy 1500 W. Morehead St., Charlotte www.charlottefencing.com

Faith United Methodist 3708 Faith Church Road, Indian Trail www.faithisalive.org

Rescue Ranch 1424 Turnersburg Hwy., Statesville www.rescueranch.com

Charlotte History Museum 3500 Shamrock Drive, Charlotte www.charlottemuseum.org

First Baptist Church Indian Trail 732 Indian Trail-Fairview Road, Indian Trail www.fbcit.org

Sangrock Black Belt World 5939 Weddington Road, Wesley Chapel www.sangrock.com

Charlotte Latin School 9502 Providence Road, Charlotte www.charlottelatin.org

First Baptist Church Monroe 109 Morrow Ave., Monroe www.fbcmonroenc.com

Sardis Presbyterian Church 6100 Sardis Road, Charlotte www.sardis.org

Charlotte Preparatory School 212 Boyce Road, Charlotte www.charlotteprep.org

First Baptist Church of Weddington 348 Providence Road S., Weddington www.fbcw.com

Sharon Presbyterian Church 5201 Sharon Road, Charlotte www.sharonpcusa.org

Charlotte Soccer Academy 13333 Dorman Road, Pineville www.csacamps.com

First Presbyterian Church of Monroe 302 E. Windsor St., Monroe www.fpcmonroenc.org

Shea-Rose Farm 2411 Waxhaw-Marvin Road, Waxhaw www.shearosefarm.com

Chef Alyssa’s Kitchen 4001 Yancey Drive, Charlotte www.chefalyssaskitchen.com

Fit180 Athletics 2436 Logan Field Drive, Waxhaw www.fit180athletics.com

Siler Presbyterian Church 6301 Weddington-Monroe Road, Wesley Chapel www.silerchurch.org

Chestnut Lane Stables 1524 Clarence Secrest Road, Monroe www.chestnutlane.net

Girls Rock Charlotte P.O. Box 39066, Charlotte www.girlsrockclt.org

Simmons YMCA 6824 Democracy Drive, Charlotte www.ymcaCharlotte org/simmons

Children of Faith Preschool 3708 Faith Church Road, Indian Trail www.childrenoffaithpre school.org

Goddard School (Ballantyne) 13820 Ballantyne Corporate Place, Charlotte www.goddardschool.com

Small Hands Big Art 7415 Waverly Walk Ave., Charlotte www.smallhandsbigart.com

Children’s Theatre of Charlotte 300 E 7th St, Charlotte www.ctCharlotte.org

Goddard School (Indian Trail) 1004 Harvest Red Road, Indian Trail www.goddardschool.com

Soccer Shots Charlotte Charlotte www.soccershots.org/charlotte/

Christ Church Charlotte 1412 Providence Road, Charlotte www.christchurchCharlotte.org

Goddard School (Matthews) 9631 Northeast Pkwy., Matthews www.goddardschool.com

South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church 8601 Bryant Farms Road, Charlotte www.smpchome.org

Christ the King Church 13501 S. Tryon St., Charlotte www.ctkCharlotte.org

Goddard School (Waxhaw) 1528 Providence Road S., Waxhaw www.goddardschool.com

South Piedmont Community College 4209 Old Charlotte Hwy., Monroe www.spcc.edu

CLT Bike Camp Charlotte www.cltbikecamp.org

Good Shepherd Presbyterian Church 3307 Rea Road, Charlotte www.gspc.net

Sports Connection 11611 Ardrey Kell Road, Charlotte www.sportsconnectionnc.com

City of Monroe 300 W. Crowell St., Monroe www.monroenc.org

Grace Lutheran Church 7000 Providence Road, Charlotte www.grace-Charlotte.org

Spotlight Performing Arts Academy 7714 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Mint Hill www.spotlightacademyonline.com

Community School of the Arts 345 S. College St., Charlotte www.csarts.org

Harris YMCA 5900 Quail Hollow Road, Charlotte www.ymcaCharlotte.org/harris

St. John's Episcopal Church 1623 Carmel Road, Charlotte www.stje.org

COSKids (Christ Our Shepherd) 226 W. John St., Matthews www.coskidsmatthews.org

Hermon Baptist Church 9713 Lancaster Hwy., Waxhaw www.hermonbaptist.org

St. Matthews Catholic Church 8015 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy., Charlotte www.stmatthewcatholic.org

Covenant Day School 800 Fullwood Lane, Matthews www.covenantday.org

Honeysuckle Farm's Riding Academy 6812 S. Rocky River Road, Monroe www.facebook.com/HoneysuckleFarmsRidingAcademy

Stonebridge Golf Club 2721 Swilcan Burn Drive, Monroe www.stonebridgegolfclub.com

Dance Fever Charlotte 10211 Prosperity Park Drive, Charlotte www.dancefeverCharlotte.com

Horse Shadow Run Stables 3022 Miranda Road, Charlotte www.horseshadowrun.com

The Athletic Barn 5412 Waxhaw-Marvin Road, Waxhaw www.waxhawathleticbarn.com

Discovery Place Nature 1658 Sterling Road, Charlotte www.nature.discoveryplace.org

Indian Trail Presbyterian Church 200 S. Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail www.itpcnc.org

The Bean and Belle 103 W. South Main St., Waxhaw www.thebeanandbelle.com

Discovery Place Science 301 N. Tryon St., Charlotte www.science.discoveryplace.org

Jami Masters School of Dance 530 Brandywine Road, Charlotte www.jamimastersschoolofdance.com

The Fun House 1021 Technology Drive, Indian Trail www.thefunhouseinc.com

Dish It Out Pottery Painting Studio 7828 Rea Road, Charlotte www.dishitout.net

Lanti Performing Arts 323 Unionville Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail www.lantiperformingarts.com

The Hunter Farm 13624 Providence Road, Weddington www.thehunterfarm.com

Level Up1 Innovative STEMulation 1311 Matthews-Mint Hill Road Matthews www.levelupinstem.com

Thunder Bay Riding Academy 6910 My Ladys Way, Waxhaw www.thunderbayridingacademy.com

Levine Jewish Community Center 5007 Providence Road, Charlotte www.charlottejcc.org

Town of Indian Trail 130 Blythe Drive, Indian Trail www.indiantrail.org

Master O's Black Belt World 1218 Rosemont Road, Indian Land www.masterotkd.com

Town of Matthews 100 McDowell St., Matthews www.matthewsnc.gov

Matthews Athletic & Recreation Association 1200 S. Trade St, Matthews www.MARASports.org

UNC Charlotte 9201 University City Blvd., Charlotte www.uncc.edu

MARA Colts Football 1200 S. Trade St., Matthews www.maracoltsfootball.com

United Faith Christian Academy 8617 Providence Road, Charlotte www.ufca.org.

Matthews Playhouse of the Performing Arts 100 E. McDowell St., Matthews www.matthewsplayhouse.com

Urban Revolution Martial Arts 8035 Providence Road, Charlotte www.urbanrevma.com

Matthews United Methodist Church 801 S. Trade St., Matthews www.matthewsumc.org

U.S. National Whitewater Center 5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy, Charlotte www.usnwc.org.

Mecklenburg County Parks & Recreation 5841 Brookshire Blvd., Charlotte www.charmeck.org

Visions Dance Academy 3122 Fincher Farm Road, Matthews www.visionsdancenc.com

Metrolina Christian Academy 732 Indian Trail-Fairview Road, Indian Trail www.metrolinachristian.org

Union County 4-H 3230 Presson Road, Monroe www.union.ces.ncsu.edu

Miller Street Dance Academy 11115 Golf Links Drive, Charlotte www.millerstreetdance.com

Waxhaw Bible Church 6810 Pleasant Grove Road, Waxhaw www.waxhawbible.org

Mint Hill Presbyterian Church 8528 Brief Road, Mint Hill www.minthillarp.org

Weddington United Methodist Church 13901 Providence Road, Weddington www.weddingtonchurch.org

Mint Museum 2730 Randolph Road, Charlotte www.mintmuseum.org

Wingate Bulldogs 220 N. Camden Road, Wingate www.wingatebulldogs.com

Monroe Aquatics and Fitness Center 2325 Hanover Drive, Monroe www.monroeaquaticsandfitnesscenter.com

Zeal For Life Dance Company 11014 Monroe Road, Matthews www.zfldance.com/summer-camp

Latin alum nominated for TV award Brendan Reilly, of Charlotte, has been nominated for the prestigious Television Academy Foundation’s 41st College Television Awards. The College Television Awards recognizes and rewards excellence in student-produced programs from colleges and universities nationwide. Winners in the competition will be announced by television stars at the awards ceremony on March 26. Reilly graduated from Charlotte Latin School and is currently a senior at the University of Miami. He is a nominee, along with seven of his classmates, in the News & Sports category for his writing on SportsDesk, the University of Miami’s weekly sports show. It airs live each Friday night and includes interviews with the Miami Hurricanes’ athletes and coaches and provides commentary and in-depth analysis of upcoming games. Behind the scenes of SportsDesk “I was lucky enough to be named an anchor on SportsDesk as a freshman, and it is something I took a lot of pride in as an underclassman,” said Reilly. “On SportsDesk, seeing everyone from the on-air talent, the producers and the crew working together to make a great show is something I am proud of. “Being nominated for a College Television Award is a tremendous honor. I think that the Television Academy Foundation can help me achieve my career goals by providing a great network of people within the industry who can help me find my

place in the television industry.” Fifty-four students have been nominated in six categories for the 2022 awards selected from 185 entries submitted from 58 colleges nationwide. Designed to emulate the Emmy® Awards, student entries are judged by Television Academy members; three projects are nominated in six categories. Criteria for the College Television Awards reflect industry standards of excellence, imagination and innovation. The awards ceremony will be held in conjunction with the Foundation’s College Television Summit, a two-day educational event featuring panel discussions with Hollywood’s industry leaders March 24 and 25. The summit is made available virtually and free of charge to media arts students across the country. Nominees and winners of the 41st College Television Awards automatically become members of the Television Academy Foundation’s alumni family, gaining access to year-round networking opportunities, events, and professional development resources. Prominent College Television Awards alumni include CNN national correspondent Natasha Chen, Escape at Dannemora executive producer Brett Johnson; Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan director Patricia Riggen; Maya and the Three executive producer Jorge Gutierrez; Lovecraft Country visualization artist Prasad Narse; Love, Victor executive producer Jason Ensler; and CBS This Morning producer Catherine Cannon.

JazzArts observes Women’s History Month CHARLOTTE – During National Women’s History Month, JazzArts Charlotte celebrates the overlooked women heroes in the world of jazz. From March 17 to 19, the JAZZ ROOM presents a stage of the most talented jazz female musicians in the region. There will be two shows each evening at The Stage Door Theater, part of Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, at the corner of 5th and North College Streets in Uptown Charlotte. Prices start at $20. Tickets and information available at www.

thejazzarts.org/events . On March 18, from noon to 1 p.m., as a featured addition, these same remarkable women spend an hour speaking with us about the world of jazz from their perspective. They will share their experiences as female leaders in today’s jazz world. The FREE panel discussion will be held at VAPA Center, 700 N Tryon St. Open to all: no registration required. More information at www.thejazzarts. org/events.

Morrison Family YMCA 9405 Bryant Farms Road, Charlotte www.ymcaCharlotte.org/morrison My Gym at Blakeney 9852 Rea Road, Charlotte www.mygym.com/ballantyne My Gym SouthPark 5110 Park Road, Charlotte www.mygym.com/charlotte Myers Park Baptist Church 1900 Queens Road, Charlotte www.myersparkbaptist.org Myers Park United Methodist Church 1501 Queens Road, Charlotte www.myersparkumc.org Omni Elite Athletix 1426 Babbage Lane, Indian Trail www.omnieliteathletix.net Palisades Episcopal School 13120 Grand Palisades Pkwy., Charlotte www.pescharlotte.org/summer Providence Baptist Church 4921 Randolph Road, Charlotte www.providencebc.org Providence Day School 5800 Sardis Road, Charlotte www.providenceday.org Providence Equestrian Camp 424 Waxhaw-Indian Trail Road S., Waxhaw www.providenceequestrian.com Providence Road Church 4900 Providence Road, Charlotte www.prcoc.org

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A time of invention and reinvention: How entrepreneurs can tap into creativity The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many businesses to adapt or make major changes. The challenges presented required leaders to think creatively in order to solve problems and generate new ideas that can keep their companies competitive. Now with record numbers of people starting businesses and entrepreneurial veterans trying to stay afloat, creative problem-solving is a key separator between success and failure – and in many cases requires an inventor-like mindset, says Jarl Jensen (www. jarljensen.com), the founder and president of Inventagon and the holder of several medical technology patents. “Creativity is the most important attribute of an entrepreneur,” says Jensen, also the ForbesBooks author of The Big Solution: Deactivating The Ticking Time Bomb Of Today’s Economy. “It’s about innovative ways to tackle a problem and find a solution for it. “You don’t necessarily have to be born with creativity. Many people have the potential to be creative; it just needs to be nurtured and strengthened. Right now we’re in an exciting place of both invention and reinvention. While you don’t have to reinvent the wheel, you do need to tap into creativity to stand apart, gain traction, and grow your business in an ultra-competitive environment.” Jensen offers these tips on how entrepreneurs can become more creative and solve problems as a result: - Be prolific – and patient – with ideas. When the proverbial light bulb goes on, it doesn’t always mean the entrepreneur has had an epiphany that will lead to riches. “If you want a good idea to start a business and build it, the most important ingredient is the love of many ideas,” Jensen says. “Because very few ideas are actually good, so you will need the patience to sort through many of them.” Learning how to habitually plant the seeds to create ideas is the key, he says. “Take the time to daydream on a regular basis,” Jensen says. “Visualize all the places an idea can take you. See all the people it could help. We’ve been conditioned to think we’re wasting time when we sit idle and daydream, but it is exactly the oppo-

site. Having quiet time to clear your mind and think freely opens the mind to great possibilities.” - Collaborate; don’t make it all about your own brainstorm. Jensen says the typical novice entrepreneur will want to file patents and rent out office space as the rush of a new idea takes over their imagination. But he cautions, “Don’t be foolish about your idea; it needs time to prove itself worthy of an investment.” Engaging others around you in discussion about the idea is imperative, Jensen says, because it results in different viewpoints, new angles, and perhaps a more refined idea that can work. “Collaboration that drives a company forward includes the sharing of and disagreement over ideas,” he says. “It’s the vigorous discussion, the opposing voice that helps refine and improve ideas. An effective partnership stimulates creativity and builds trust among team members that each is encouraged to contribute creatively.” - Stay focused. “It’s easy to waste time with too many ideas that are not going to work for you and your business,” Jensen says. “Know your company’s North Star – its mission statement – and what it needs to succeed. Does your idea align with your North Star? Adapt the solution to the problem. Shift negative thoughts into a positive mindset to provide concentration and clarity.” “Your success as an entrepreneur is largely contingent on your ability to solve problems effectively,” Jensen says, “and the best tool you have is your creativity, and knowing how to cultivate it and harness it.” About Jarl Jensen Jarl Jensen (www.jarljensen.com) is the ForbesBooks author of The Big Solution: Deactivating The Ticking Time Bomb Of Today’s Economy. He’s the founder and president of Inventagon, a company creating simpler research and development solutions for organizations across the globe. Jensen holds patents for medical technologies that have reached sales of over $1 billion. He founded EuroMed, a company he sold in 2016, and has written five books about the economy.

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DINING SCORES Health departments in Mecklenburg and Union counties inspected these restaurants from Feb. 18 to 24: Lowest Scores • Chili’s Grill & Bar/It’s Just Wings, 2521 Sardis Road N., Charlotte – 73.5 Violations include: Inspector observed “lack of oversight throughout the kitchen;” written vomit and diarrhea plan wasn’t available; hand sink didn’t have soap; cutting board had food debris on it; wings and egg rolls were not held hot enough; turkey, chicken and pepperoni weren’t held cold enough; salads prepped day prior didn’t have dates; and inspector spotted a “few cockroaches.” • SPI Express, 2623 Sikes Mill Road, Monroe – 90 Violations include: Certified food protection manager wasn’t available; drinks were stored in hand sink; sausage patties and steak patties weren’t cooled fast enough; wrapped hamburgers, cheeseburgers and chicken sandwiches in heated display weren’t held hot enough; and opened packages of commercial chili and commercially packaged BBQ were held in cooler beyond seven days.

Popular dishes at Harri’s Grille & Tavern include (left) Shrimp Wedge, Blackened Salmon Salad and Derby Cobb, (right) Shrimp Wedge, Salmon Taco and Shrimp & Grits.

Harry’s Grille & Tavern opening second location CHARLOTTE – Harry’s Grille & Tavern, a Charlotte-based American gastropub offering upscale casual food, announced the grand opening of its second location in the Quail Corners shopping center. The 4,673-square-foot restaurant, located at 8426 Park Road, will officially open March 16. Harry’s has served casual dishes since 2012. The goal then and now is to create a friendly, inviting place for guests that feels like a home away from home while serving up classic American dishes with a twist for lunch, dinner and weekend brunch. Some menu favorites include Fried Green Tomatoes, Blackened Salmon Salad, Bison-Chipotle Meatloaf, Bone-in Berkshire Pork Chop and Black Label Burger. Each restaurant also offers locally crafted beer in addition to an extensive wine list. With the opening of the Quail Corners location, Harry’s will also introduce a signature cocktail program curated by award-winning mixologist and Charlotte native Bob Peters. “I’ve always associated good food with friends and family,” said John McClone, food and beverage director for New Forum, the parent company of Harry’s. “We want to provide an upscale but comfortable neighborhood place that groups can gather to enjoy delicious food and drinks together. We’re excited to offer Quail Corners residents that community spot.” Harry’s Grille & Tavern is owned and operated by New Forum, a real estate development and management firm. New Forum specializes in mixed-use communities like Ayrsley Town Center in Charlotte’s Steele Creek neighborhood, where the

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Bring your appetite to try the (top) Bison Chipotle Meatloaf and Tavern Dip (above). Photos courtesy of Harry’s Grille & Tavern

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Want to go? Harry’s Grille & Tavern is open for lunch and dinner Monday to Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday. Visit www.harrysgrilleandtavern.com for details.

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Ingredients 1-2 tbsp rapeseed or sunflower oil 18 oz ready rolled puff pastry 4 vegan burgers of choice 5-6 tbsp wholegrain mustard 4.5 oz vegan cream cheese Handful of fresh chives and parsley, finely chopped Black pepper and salt 2 tbsp almond milk (for brushing pastry)

Serves 4 Prep time: 15 mins Cook Time: 30 mins

Method 1. Preheat the oven to 425F. 2. Follow instructions on vegan burgers cooking time. It’s best to fry in a little oil on both sides until cooked. 3. Combine the cream cheese with herbs. Then, season with salt and pepper. 4. Cut out eight circles of the pastry, using a saucer. The pastry circles need to be slightly bigger than the burgers … just a bit more than 1 cm all round so the filling will fit in. 5. Place all eight pastry circles on a baking sheet and spread four of the circles with mustard (leaving a border edge) and the other four with a thick layer of soft cheese (leaving a border edge also). 6. Top the mustard pastry circles with 1 burger each then dampen around the border edge of the pastry with a little water so that it will bind. Add the remaining pastry lid, cheese side down and seal the pastry using the prongs of a fork, for example. Cut slits in the top middle to let out steam. 7. Brush with aTimes little almond milk and bake for 15-20 minutes until the pastry has reached the golden The each NewpieYork Syndication Sales Corporation brown color. Serve hot with fries.

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BayHaven Restaurant Group rolling out four new concepts

Cheeseburger Pie (vegan) A cheeseburger pie is the ultimate comfort food. However, it’s known for being beefy and cheesy. So can vegans still enjoy it? They can now, as Sal Hanvey has created a vegan version which will have everyone asking for seconds.

Charlotte (28270) • Fortune Cookie VI, 8206 Providence Road – 94 • Juliana Pizza, 9858 Monroe Road – 97 • Steak N Shake, 1926 Sardis Road – 98

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CHARLOTTE — BayHaven Restaurant Group, led by chef Gregory “Greg” Collier and Subrina Collier, is partnering with Camp North End to open four new concepts at the 76-acre development just north of Uptown Charlotte in summer 2022: Passage Seafood, The Abyss, Bird Is The Word and B.A.D. (Beyond Amazing Donuts). Identifying and nurturing talent has long been a priority for the Colliers and an essential part of BayHaven Restaurant Group. “Over the past several years, we’ve built amazing relationships with the Camp North End team and exceptional Black culinarians in the Charlotte community,” Subrina Collier said. “We felt that supporting these new concepts was a combination of the right time, place and people and the next step in our mission to enhance economic empowerment and community development through the hospitality industry.” B.A.D. is a concept born of former Leah & Louise pastry chef Jasmine Macon’s donut pop-ups, turned into a quick-service brick and mortar. The Johnson & Wales University graduate will serve donuts, fritters and cinnamon rolls, featuring staple flavors and rotating seasonal selections. Bird is the Word is a chicken-centric counter service concept that will feature the popular Leah & Louise chicken sandwich (of the same name), a weekly smoked chicken family meal, chicken stew, chicken fat donuts and seasonal

Southern sides. Bird is the Word will be led by twotime James Beardnominated chef Greg Collier. Passage Seafood will be a modern fish camp, focusing on seasonal Atlantic seafood, oysters, raw fish, rotating whole fish option, composed vegetable dishes, and whole fish charcuterie. The menu will be reflective of Carolinas terroir, as well as the Colliers’ style, heritage and culture. The Abyss is a modern speakeasy that will take guests on a journey to a deeper understanding of craft cocktails. Led by award-winning Leah & Louise mixologist Justin Hazelton, via Top Shelf Co., The Abyss will be a darker, more sultry counter to the upbeat Passage Seafood next door. The Abyss will have 40 indoor seats and will serve a selection of dishes from Passage Seafood, as well as a modern diner menu to elevate “late night eats” in the Queen City The four concepts will be located at 201 Camp Road “We are huge advocates of cohesiveness within creativity,” explains chef Greg Collier. “We believe each brand will stand on its own with its menu, technique and design but will still make sense together. It’s kinda like cousins — in the same family but still very different. We can’t wait to bring these concepts to life.” Damon Hemmerdinger, co-president of ATCO Properties & Management, developer of Camp North End, added that the new restaurant concepts will further enliven and activate phase II of the development.

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