Monthly Archives: October 2012
Cyclists gather for Honor the Warriors Bike Ride
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Tagged Honor the Warriors Bike Ride, MFLCF, Park on Fairview, USO
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Fire department receives grants for cameras
By Amanda Waters Staff Writer Last Wednesday the Mint Hill Volunteer Fire Department received grant money for thermal imaging cameras. The insurance company AmWINS, represented by Tom Lott, a member of the fire department, presented the $12,461 check in conjunction … Continue reading
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Tagged AmWINS, Fireman's Fund, grant, Mint Hill fire department
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Column: “Your health record,” by Dr. Mike Richardson
Maintaining your own health history is very important. Insurance programs change, moves happen, doctors retire, medical needs arise when you are out of town. While you can always have your records transferred, it’s smart to have your own back up … Continue reading
Independence outlasts Rocky River in Mint Hill football showdown
The Independence Patriots and the Rocky River Ravens faced off on Friday for an important 4A Southwestern Conference game. The Patriots came into the game with an overall record of 7-1 and 4-0 in conference. The home-standing Ravens were 6-2 … Continue reading
Resident works to bring new sport to Mint Hill
Mark Guion is bringing a new sport to Mint Hill: paddle tennis. Paddle tennis is a variation of its classic namesake, played with wooden paddles, a deadened ball, a smaller court, and a shorter net. Guion, a resident of … Continue reading
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News Notes & Happenings
FREE HOCKEY DAY FOR CHILDREN The Charlotte Metro Hockey Association invites boys and girls ages four to nine years old to the Extreme Ice Center Saturday, November 3 from 1:30-3 pm for a Try Hockey for Free clinic to experience … Continue reading
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Independence students compete to feed the hungry
This fall, the Academy of International Studies at Independence High School is competing to feed the hungry. The competition is the Student Hunger Drive of the Carolinas, a competition among more than 20 schools to donate food to the Second … Continue reading
Chamber says thanks for successful Madness
Thank you from the Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce. The Mint Hill chamber would like to say “Thank You” for all the support it received from the Town of Mint Hill and the various committees that made this year’s Mint Hill … Continue reading
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Tagged Brian Welch, Chamber of Commerce, Mint Hill, Mint Hill Madness 2012, Rich Ferretti, Ted Biggers
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Clear Creek Animal Hospital hosts fourth open house
On Saturday, Clear Creek Animal Hospital hosted their 4th annual open house. Events and festivities included tours, a dog costume show, demonstrations by Dog Training in Your Home, Tails of Hope Rescue, adoptable pets, and representatives from Royal Canin Dog … Continue reading
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Mint Hill Police awarded Top Five in public safety
For the first time, Mint Hill Police Department was awarded the Top Five Communities award for the 2012 North Carolina Traffic Safety Communities awarded by AAA. AAA uses crash ratings from data compiled by the University of North Carolina Charlotte on … Continue reading
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Tagged AAA, mint hill police, public safety, traffic
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Schools, businesses team up to stop bullying
Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools are teaming up with area businesses, Mecklenburg County Police Department, and CBS Radio for “Stand Up, Speak Out,” a campaign to fight bullying. The program encourages any victims or witnesses to do just what the name suggests—stand … Continue reading
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Tagged bullying, CBS Radio, CMS, Great Clips Salon, Mecklenburg County Police Department, Stand Up Speak Out
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Local towns discuss economic park options
On October 3, commissioners from Mint Hill, Matthews, Indian Trail, and Stallings met to discuss the potential advantages of grouping together to further economic initiatives in the community by establishing an economic partnership between the towns. Presentations were given on … Continue reading
