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Supt. Morrison unveils entry plan
Incoming CMS Supt. Heath Morrison held a media briefing May 25 at the Charlotte Mecklenburg Government Center. Dr. Morrison unveiled his entry plan, which establishes a framework for his few months on the job. He officially begins his new duties … Continue reading
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The Seafarer has a whale of a story
Walking through the front door, the first things you notice are the numerous Andy Griffith, Three Stooges and other classic TV show memorabilia. The next thing you notice is the smell of food from the kitchen and the many smiling … Continue reading
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QG teachers finalists for awards
[singlepic=484,320,240,,left]It’s a common fact that an exceptional teacher can impact a child for a lifetime. In an effort to recognize its exceptional teachers, charter school operator, National Heritage Academies (NHA), established the NHA Excellence in Teaching Award. The award is … Continue reading
Patriots stunned; Fall to Raiders 30-22
Independence’s magical run of eight consecutive seasons playing in the state championship game is over. All streaks are made to be broken, but not like this. The Patriots were dismantled by a Richmond option[singlepic=407,320,240,,right] attack and could not overcome their … Continue reading
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Bulldogs blank Davie County
[singlepic=333,320,240,,left]The Butler Bulldogs bounced back from their first loss of the season to cross-town rival Independence last Friday and took out Davie County 24-0 in the first round of the state 4A playoffs. The Bulldogs were the more dominant team … Continue reading
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This week’s Mint Hill Times
[singlepic=331,320,240,,right]Tim Long reports General Growth Properties may be on the verge of bankruptcy. GGP and Childress Klein are the development companies who are building The Bridges at Mint Hill on Lawyers Road. Representatives from Childress Klein told Town Manager Brian … Continue reading
Bulldogs bury Warriors 57-14
[singlepic=286,400,320,,center] Photo: Mark Sward swardpics.com With a showdown against Independence lurking next week, could it be that the Butler Bulldogs would overlook a winless Weddington team heading into Friday night’s game? Not this time. The Bulldogs proved they are one … Continue reading
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Independence downs East Meck 35-14
Independence remained unbeaten by defeating East Meck 35-14 on Friday, and set up a season finale with Butler next week at Memorial Stadium. The Patriots failed to score 40 or more points for the first time all season, but there … Continue reading
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Independence cruises past Weddington
Weddington and Independence met Friday night as teams headed in opposite directions. The Patriots entered the game 7-0 on the season and ranked first in the region while the Warriors limped in at 0-8. Weddington had allowed 30 or more … Continue reading
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Patriots pounce on Providence
Independence got off to quick start Friday against Providence. How quick? Less than three minutes into the game, the Patriots lead 14-0. They put up 31 more points in the first half, an additional 21 points in the second half, … Continue reading
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In this week’s Mint Hill Times…
It’s the middle of October, and the temperature is still 84 degrees. What’s up with that? [singlepic=230,220,140,,right]This week in The Mint Hill Times: Tim Long reports Town Manager Brian Welch asked town staff to cut unnecessary spending to help deal … Continue reading
Holloman backs away from Clemson
Rock Hill South Pointe safety DeVonte Holloman backed out of his verbal commitment yesterday after hearing news of head coach Tommy Bowden’s departure from the Tigers. Holloman, a former Independence talent, is the No. 2 high school safety in the … Continue reading
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