Monthly Archives: October 2011

Independence comes up short against Butler in the battle for the King of the Hill trophy

Independence played a solid game on offense and defence against one of the best teams in the state, but it wasn’t enough Friday as cross-town rival Butler retained the King of the Hill trophy, winning 38-26. The Bulldogs finished the … Continue reading

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Bosco to leave Independence October 31

Mark Bosco came to Independence High School at a time when the school was going through some difficult changes. He surpassed most people’s expectations as principal and now he is leaving on October 31 to accept the post of Executive … Continue reading

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News Notes

Halloween Hilarity Tea Superstitions, legends and folklore will be served up with harvest tea and treats at the Halloween Hilarity on October 29 at 4 pm and 7 pm. The event will be held at the Ashcraft school house in … Continue reading

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Meet the candidates for Mint Hill Mayor

Mint Hill will vote for a mayor again on November 8. There are two candidates—present mayor Ted Biggers and local business owner,  Jean Bonner. A mayor sets the pace for the board and presides over meetings. The mayor also cast … Continue reading

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Wine and Wellness

InSpire Fitness & Personal Training will host a Wine and Wellness event Thursday, October 27, at 6:30 pm in Mint Hill at 7714 Matthews-Mint Hill Road. Guest speaker will be Niki Hitch. Come for a fun hour of insight that … Continue reading

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Independence vs Myers Park snapshots

Photos by Ron Morris

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Wainwrights of Mint Hill meet Obama

The Wainwright family of Mint Hill was visiting the Mast General Store in Banner Elk on Monday when they got a surprise visit from President Obama. The president arrived as they were in the store. “The Secret Service were scanning … Continue reading

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FEATURE: Indy kicker works double-duty this fall

By Jamie Jamison The Mint Hill Times Most high school athletes are fortunate to play just one varsity sport during a season.  This fall Independence senior Morgan Boyle is playing two!

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Independence takes Myers Park in overtime

Photos by Frank Smithwick

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Snapshots from Independence vs. Rocky River (Homecoming)

Photos by Mark Sward. Visit swardpics.com for more photos.

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Independence 49, Rocky River 17

Photos by Ron Morris

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Football Previews

Rocky River Ravens 3-5 (1-3, Southwestern 4A) at Independence Patriots 7-1 (3-1, Southwestern 4A) Patriot Stadium in Mint Hill Friday at 7pm   It’s Homecoming for Independence High School as the Patriots host cross-town rival Rocky River Friday night.  The … Continue reading

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Second Half Domination Puts Patriots Past South Meck

The Independence Patriot football team defeated South Meck 42-28 on Thursday night.  After trailing 21-7 at halftime, the Patriots scored on all five possessions in the second half to earn the win.

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