Monthly Archives: June 2012
Property maintenance big issue for some residents
The Board of Commissioners met June 14 to discuss proposed amendments to the town’s code of ordinances regarding housing and property maintenance and the nuisance abatement code. The amendments set a timeline of action. The amendment reads “Order by the … Continue reading
MHPD blood drive
The Mint Hill Police Department is holding a community blood drive Tuesday, June 26 from 2-5 pm in partnership with Community Blood Center of the Carolinas. The “Community Bloodmobile” will be at the police department on Matthews-Mint Hill Road. For … Continue reading
Shooting at McDonald’s
A man shot into the McDonald’s on Lawyers Road at Lebanon Road Monday around 2 am. He approached the front door and attempted to open it, but the restaurant was closed. He then shot the door, shattering glass. The gunman … Continue reading
Charlotte 49ers provide skills to Mint Hill players
The Mint Hill Athletic Association has partnered with the University of North Carolina at Charlotte to provide skill sessions and summer camps for young soccer players. Keenan Harward, known to MHAA players and parents at Coach K, is the soccer … Continue reading
SonFest: Mint Hill’s summer carnival
St. John Neumann Catholic Church is kicking off summer by hosting its second-annual SonFest starting this Friday. The church invites Mint Hill to celebrate summer and the community for this two-day festival. It will run Friday from 5-10 pm and … Continue reading
June Tunes spotlights local band
Mint Hill’s own Horsefly played at the Town Hall last Saturday for June Tunes, and pulled in quite a crowd. The blues and classic rock n roll band was formed last August through the monthly jam sessions at local Forty … Continue reading
Bi-Lo car show raises $1,300
[simple_slideshow] The Bi-Lo car show last Saturday was a success, raising 1,300 dollars for the Lions Club. Vendors donated prizes like grills, coolers, and a tent, which were auctioned off. The car show was broken up into classes. Roger Kerns … Continue reading
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Park and Recreation Committee met
The Park and Recreation Committee met at the Town Hall June 12 to discuss and approve the police department’s National Night Out event to be held at Fairview Park August 7. This event is held across the country and allows … Continue reading
Adoption in the Carolinas
Adoption in the Carolinas is being made easier with the help of Gift of Adoption, a national non-profit organization headquartered in Chicago and dedicated to providing financial assistance for domestic and international adoptions. Charlotte is the new headquarters for Gift … Continue reading
String of shootings
Six car windows and Jakes Good Eats restaurant window were shot in east Charlotte last Friday, June 8; and last Tuesday, June 5 a bullet entered a home on Cabarrus Road in Mint Hill. Some of the bullets have narrowly … Continue reading
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Police looking for suspects in armed robbery
Mint Hill Police responded to an armed robbery call at Mr. Professional Jewelers at 4709 Margaret Wallace Road June 6 at 8:30 pm. The victim stated that two men entered the store wearing masks. The armed suspect held the victim … Continue reading
Kiwanis Club names May Terrific Kids at Bain
KINDERGARTEN: Michael Oliva, Diana Gulyak, Jaina Hill, Melody Deel, Ethan Blackmon,Stephanie Sanchez-Lopez, Reanne Santero. GRADE 1: Kate Van Kest ren, Will Andrews, Madalyn Stanfield, Lucas Rudisill, Alex Fickett, Bethany Durham, Amelia A. GRADE 2: Ryan Williams, Alex Salguedo, Haiven Thomas, … Continue reading
Kiwanis Club names May Terrific Kids at Lebanon Road
KINDERGARTEN: Terry Bethea, Riley Burnette, Ismya Hines, Malak Kadour, Nyat Zerai, Mia Blount, Coraima Roggero. GRADE 1: Amya Edwards, Rayan Altanani, Alexis Vallecillo, Andrew Yarmakowich, Jason Segovia, Nykell Sturdivant, Karen Linares. GRADE 2: Korbin Lambert, Marcello Meaders, Charles St. Bernard, … Continue reading
