Monthly Archives: January 2013
Independence wrestlers hit stride
Over the last few weeks, the Independence wrestling team has been picking up wins and adding trophies to its collection. Over the holiday break, the Patriots went undefeated at the Clash at the Creek (5-0) to earn first place. Senior … Continue reading
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Tagged Independence High School, Independence Patriots, Independence wrestling
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Rocky River Ravens boys basketball grounded by South Mecklenburg 66-31
The Rocky River Ravens boys’ basketball team was beaten by the South Mecklenburg Sabres last Friday by the score of 64-31. The 4A Southwestern Conference game was played on the Sabres’ home court. Leading up to the game, the two … Continue reading
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Rocky River girls basketball defeats South Mecklenburg 53-36
The Rocky River Ravens girls’ basketball team walloped the South Mecklenburg Sabres 53-36 in an away game for the Ravens. This game was very competitive in the first half. Rocky River’s pressure half-court defense forced a few early turnovers by … Continue reading
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New laws that can affect you
In the wee hours of the first of January, 16 new laws came into effect that can and will effect our community. Many of the new laws are just technical changes to previous laws, but some deal with employee verification, … Continue reading
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Tagged laws, Mint Hill, new laws 2013, North Carolina, North Carolina state legislature
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Korean War Veterans’ Memorial nears completion
Two and a half years since the groundbreaking ceremony and beginning of construction of the NC Korean War Veterans Memorial in the Park on Fairview, construction is 85 percent complete. The granite sign was first, then came the footings and … Continue reading
Chamber Luncheon features MHVFD Chief Phillips
At the last Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce luncheon of 2012, members were presented with “Mint Hill Fire Department: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow; the challenge of keeping up,” by MHVFD Chief John Phillips. The luncheon was held at Jimmie’s … Continue reading
2012: The Year in Review
JANUARY Stinson-Wesley takes District 6 school board seat At the beginning of 2012, Rev. Amelia Stinson-Wesley filled the District 6 seat left open by Tim Morgan. Stinson-Wesley was one of 12 candidates vying for the position, and was … Continue reading
House fire leaves four misplaced; none injured
A mobile home fire displaced four Mint Hill residents early Monday morning on Rivendell Road. The fire is suspected to have been caused by electrical issues around 5:30 a.m. The home was empty at the time, and the 911 call … Continue reading
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Tagged American Red Cross, Breaking News, fire, Mint Hill, Mint Hill fire department
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