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Whether you’re just dropping by or you call Matthews home, history buffs can find exciting things to do all year long. There’s we know you’ll find the good life here. Our thriving community a calendar full of events that offer phenomenal fun for young is distinctly and proudly full of southern charm. and old alike. Whether you are moving to the area, opening a There’s plenty to do in Matthews’ own back business or just visiting, you are sure to find yard, and even more just minutes away in On behalf of the friendly faces and inviting spaces to make Charlotte. Matthews is situated on the southMatthews Chamber your experience unforgettable. eastern side of Mecklenburg County in the of Commerce and Our community of over 29,000 residents Piedmont region of North Carolina. Residents Red Brick Partnership, combines the best of small town living with and businesses alike enjoy short commutes we welcome you to the latest edition of the big city amenities. With its unique hometown to Charlotte, Monroe, Pineville, and Fort Mill. Welcome to Matthews hospitality and outstanding residential The town is conveniently located along magazine! options for everyone, you’re sure to find Interstate 485, Hwy. 74, and Hwy. 51. In these pages, you will your home here. Matthews is an ideal place Charlotte Douglas International Airport is learn more about what raise a family or grow a business. We offer ranked among the top 10 busiest airport in the makes Matthews the outstanding schools, personalized healthworld and can be reached within a 45-minute perfect destination for care, distinctive shops, scrumptious restaudrive. Matthews’ location is made even more visitors to explore, rants, and activities for every age. attractive by the relative ease of getting to residents to live, and Matthews is full of culture, nature and regional landmarks such as the Blue Ridge businesses to thrive. hospitality, where people are as passionate Parkway or the beaches along the Carolina about outdoor adventures as they are about coast within a couple of hours by car. their favorite cocktail. There’s ample recreational opportunities as well as parks and green spaces to help you relax and enjoy the good things in life. Art, music and theater lovers, as well as
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