Monthly Archives: February 2012

Ted H. Biggers, Jr. was elected to serve as Mecklenburg-Union Metropolitan Planning Organization (MUMPO) chairman for the third consecutive year on January 18.    Mayor Linda Paxton was elected as the vice-chairperson. MUMPO’s coordinates transportation policy for 14 local governmental jurisdictions … Continue reading →

What’s being hailedas a revolutionary family care community dedicated to dementia care is holding a ribbon cutting event  on Thursday, February 23, from 11 am to 2 pm. There will be guided tours of the new facility, food and entertainment. … Continue reading →

By Joyce Lavene The long-term location of the public safety radio tower that was recently sold to the City of Charlotte was discussed at the January 26 meeting.

• 35% of people who attend the game write it off as a corporate expense. • 5% of Americans will watch the game alone. • 8 million pounds of guacamole is consumed on Super Bowl Sunday. • 14,500 tons of chips are eaten along … Continue reading →

Donald Williams, son of Nichole and Troy Williams, received his rank of Eagle Scout with Troop 144 at Blair Road United Methodist Church in Mint Hil. His project was a stone path for the church between the parking lot and … Continue reading →