Monthly Archives: February 2011
Mint Hill’s Moody Brothers Receive Dove Award Nomination
The Moody Brothers, long time Mint Hill residents, were nominated for a Dove award for work they did on a song performed by George Hamilton IV. The song, I’m Using My Bible for a Roadmap, is a nominee for the … Continue reading
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Shots fired at gas station on Idlewild Road
Mint Hill Police Officer’s were dispatched to the Sunoco Gas Station located at 9731 Idlewild Road on February 18 at 2:30 am for a report of shots fired. No one was injured, but police are still looking for the suspect. … Continue reading
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Boys’ Basketball Conference Tourney Update
The Independence Patriots boys’ basketball team lost 56-42 to South Meck in the first round of the Southwestern 4A Conference tournament Tuesday night. The Patriots played a gritty game, taking a four-point lead into the fourth quarter. But the Sabres’ … Continue reading
Butler Sweeps Independence to Wrap Up Regular Season
The Butler Boys’ basketball team beat Independence 77-71 last Friday night. The win gave Butler a perfect 14-0 record in the Southwestern 4A Conference. The Bulldogs’ Marcus Burton led all scorers with 25 points. Zach Ferguson scored 16 and Anthony … Continue reading
Stallings couple claims $1 million prize one day before ticket to expire
Erin and Raleigh Hill of Stallings shared a $1 million win in the N.C. Education Lottery’s Mega Millions game, claiming the prize one day before the winning ticket was scheduled to expire. Raleigh Hill, a baggage handler, said he discovered … Continue reading
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Matthews wins Centralina Council of Governments award
The Town of Matthews won the Excellence in Service to Citizens for their Library volunteers Program. Centralina Council of Governments (CCOG) presented their Annual Awards at the Meeting of the CCOG Board of Delegates on February 9, 2011. The awards celebrate … Continue reading
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Local rugby legend looking to form team in Mint Hill
By Jamie Jamison The Mint Hill Times William “Skipper” Bailey has many years of experience playing and coaching rugby. However, no rugby team exists in his home town of Mint Hill and Bailey wants to change that. Bailey was asked … Continue reading
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Myrick: The Muslim Brotherhood Is not ‘Largely Secular’
US Representative Sue Myrick released a statement yesterday about DNI Director James Clapper’s claim that the Muslim Brotherhood is a “largely secular” organization. (Clapper has since clarified his remark.) Myrick, who has researched terrorist groups such as Hamas, an off-shoot … Continue reading
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Butler’s Cierra Burdick named to the 2011 McDonald’s All American High School Basketball Team
Cierra Burdick has cemented her legendary status as a high school basketball player. Thursday she was named to the prestigious 2011 McDonalds All American High School Basketball Team. The senior forward led the Butler girls to a 4A championship last … Continue reading
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Policemen to be honored tonight at Mint Hill’s Board meeting
Mint Hill Police’s Sgt. Daniel Forster and Officer Keith Mickovic will be recognized at the Mint Hill Board of Commissioners’ meeting tonight (Thursday, February 10). They will receive a commendation and the life saving award pin. Bill Williamson, the man who was … Continue reading
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Man who suffered heart attack during pit bull attack says tougher laws needed
A harrowing day for one Mint Hill man could have larger repercussions for owners of pit bulls in the community. Bill Williamson, who lives on Dan Hood Road, suffered a heart attack last Friday as he confronted the owner of … Continue reading
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Renovations to Squirrel Lake Park begins Monday
Squirrel Lake Park will be getting a facelift beginning Monday. The Matthews park will get a restroom facility, new playground equipment and swing structures for children aged 2-12, improvements and additional spaces to the parking lot. Also included in the … Continue reading
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