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FBI needs help identifying Hickory Grove Road bank robber

Nov 132009

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The FBI needs your help finding the man who robbed the BB&T on Hickory Grove Road yesterday. Witnesses say a black man, with a slight mustache and facial stubble, about 5’6″ tall and about 160 pounds robbed the BB&T branch at 6021 Hickory Grove Road just before noon yesterday. He demanded money from the teller and was last seen behind the bank near the Jiffy Lube. Witnesses say he got into a late model charcoal gray Chevrolet Impala with tinted windows. If anyone has any information they are asked to call CrimeStoppers at 704-334-1600 or the Charlotte FBI at 704-377-9200.

November 13, 2009 Posted by Tim Long at 2:23 pm Police No Responses »

Matthews seeks students interested in Fire & EMS careers

Nov 122009

The Town of Matthews Fire & EMS Department is looking for students who are interested in fire and emergency medical service careers. If you are a student between the ages of 14-17 you are invited to join the Explorer Post at the department.

As a member of the Fire & EMS Explorer Post you will attend training, work with trucks and equipment and attend meetings about these exciting careers. The first meeting of the Explorer Post will be at 6 p.m. on November 19, at the Matthews Fire & EMS Department, located at 236 S. Trade St., Matthews. The next meeting will be at 9 a.m. on December 5. Parents should attend the first meeting.

The Explorer Post will meet twice a month on a Thursday night and a Saturday morning. The cost is $55 annually. This covers a uniform and National Explorer fees. For more information contact Deputy Fire & EMS Chief Dennis Green at 704-847-9400 or dgreen@matthewsnc.com.

November 12, 2009 Posted by Tim Long at 8:50 pm Matthews No Responses »

Ingersoll to play for UNCC next season

Nov 112009

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Butler softball’s Chelsea Ingersoll has committed to play for UNCC next season. She will sign her national letter of intent Thursday at the Butler media center. The senior is a three year starter for Butler High School Lady Bulldogs and was on two state championship teams. Her numerous awards include SW4A Catcher of the Year, SW4A All Conference, NCSCA ALL State 1st Team and NCSCA ALL District 1st Team. She is also a member of the National Honor Society. Ingersoll’s brother, Mike, starts at right tackle for the UNC Tar Heels football team.

November 11, 2009 Posted by Tim Long at 12:37 pm Butler High School, Sports No Responses »

Going to tonight’s Board of Education meeting? Better bring a snack

Nov 102009

A few months ago, when the Mint Hill high school boundaries were being decided, more than 30 people signed up to speak during public comments. At tonight’s meeting, there are 66 signed up to speak regarding the Myers Park school boundaries. There are also 12 people signed up to speak during the “Requests from the Public” portion of the meeting, most of whom are from Mint Hill. Julie Parsons, who has spearheaded the effort to grandfather students into the high schools as the boundaries shift in the next two years, sent the Mint Hill Times a copy of her speech she will present to the Board. You can read it in this week’s Mint Hill Times out Thursday. Those signed up to speak tonight: Continue reading »

November 10, 2009 Posted by Tim Long at 2:47 pm Schools 1 Response »

Saturday was a bazaar day in Mint Hill and Matthews

Nov 092009

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Both Philadelphia Presbyterian Church and Levine Senior Center hosted bazaars on Saturday. The church bazaar was the 39th for the women of Philadelphia Presbyterian Church according to Susan Griffin. In addition to the bazaar, there was a breakfast, chicken pot pie dinner, silent auction, and a yard sale on the front lawn of the church. The Levine Senior Center was taken over Saturday by the bazaar as cars overflowed the parking lot. They even had to have valet parking at one point. Books, quilts, crafts, raffles and baked goods were just some of the offerings during the day. Click the link below for photos of the Philadelphia Presbyterian Church bazaar. Continue reading »

November 9, 2009 Posted by Tim Long at 10:47 pm Good deeds, Non-profit No Responses »

No surprise: Myrick votes against House health care bill

Nov 092009

Rep. Sue Myrick released a statement yesterday on Saturday’s U.S. House vote to overhaul the health care system in the U.S. Myrick calls it a “government takeover” of healthcare, while the Dems say it will help to insure most of the millions without coverage, and not allow insurance companies to deny coverage to people with pre-existing conditions. The Senate will most likely vote in the next two weeks on its bill, and then the House and Senate will get together to craft a single bill which need to be voted on again by both bodies. Here’s Myrick’s statement released to the press: Continue reading »

November 9, 2009 Posted by Tim Long at 12:23 pm Washington 4 Responses »

Butler’s Cierra Burdick chooses Lady Vols

Nov 082009

Butler High School’s Cierra Burdick will play for the Tennessee Vols next season under legendary coach Pat Summitt. She spoke to ESPN about her decision. In this video, she talks about her favorite movie of all time.

November 8, 2009 Posted by Tim Long at 9:07 pm Butler High School, Sports No Responses »

State football playoff brackets released: Butler No. 1, Indy No. 6

Nov 072009

The North Carolina High School Athletic Association released its playoff brackets this afternoon. Butler is seeded No. 1, while Independence has a tough road seeded No. 6.

November 7, 2009 Posted by Tim Long at 6:20 pm Butler High School, Independence High School, Sports No Responses »

Dawg’s Day: Butler takes Independence in round 1

Nov 072009

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In a jammed pack stadium and chilly night, the Butler Bulldogs did something they have never done: Beat a Tom Knotts led Independence team at the Patriots Stadium, 31-24.
For the recap and playoff preview, pick up the Mint Hill Times Thursday. For more great photos, go to SWARDPICS.COM.

November 7, 2009 Posted by Tim Long at 1:04 pm Butler High School, Independence High School, Sports No Responses »

Media will be swarming at tonight’s game

Nov 062009

According to CMS, 48 press credentials have been issued for tonight’s game. MaxPreps.com will be there with a reporter and two photographers, all the TV stations, newsapers and magazines, and of course the Mint Hill Times.

November 6, 2009 Posted by Tim Long at 12:33 pm Butler High School, Independence High School, Sports No Responses »

Need a ticket for tonight’s Butler-Independence game?

Nov 062009

Some enterprising person has put one up on Ebay for $50.

November 6, 2009 Posted by Tim Long at 12:20 pm Butler High School, Independence High School, Sports No Responses »

It’s a final: Butler beats Indy (albeit in last night’s jv game)

Nov 062009

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Butler kicked an extra point with 20 seconds left last night to lift its JV team past Independence 35-34. The game has become as heated of a rivalry as the varsity games in recent years, and should be an indication of the competitiveness of tonight’s game. PHOTOS BY Mark Sward swardpics.com

November 6, 2009 Posted by Tim Long at 11:09 am Butler High School, Independence High School, Sports No Responses »

Mint Hill Dentistry garners national acclaim

Nov 052009

Mint Hill Dentistry recently won the 2009 Matsco “Dental Office Design of the Year” for a group practice, which is the top award given in the national Matsco Dental Design Competition.

Selected from practices throughout the United States, Mint Hill Dentistry was named the best overall facility based on effective functional design, efficient interior space planning and appropriate integration of dental equipment and technology.

November 5, 2009 Posted by Tim Long at 2:00 pm 3 Responses »

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