Author Archives: Ed Tetenbaum
This week in Mint Hill history
In 1960, the Mint Hill VFW at their Christmas party, named Clarke A. Prather from Wilgrove as man of the year because of his strong commitment to community service organizations. Boy scouts, civil air patrol, Woodmen of the World, Independent … Continue reading
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This week in Mint Hill history
In 1973, a re-zoning proposal that would have required new homes in some parts of town to be built on one acre lots was voted down by the Mint Hill Town Board. There was concern that this proposal would keep … Continue reading
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Much needed rainfall in forecast for western NC
Meteorologists are presently forecasting some much needed rainfall for the western part of the state over the next several days. Presently the western part of the state is experiencing drier conditions than Mecklenburg County. The Catawba River, which contributes greatly … Continue reading
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This week in Mint Hill History
A meeting to discuss possible routes for the future I-485 was recently held at Northeast Junior High. It attracted people from Mint Hill, Matthews, and Southeast Charlotte. Two comments that were heard at the meeting were: “This route goes right … Continue reading
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This week in history
In 1986, a one-mile jogging trail at Mint Hill Municipal Park off Wilgrove-Mint Hill Road was opened. Officials will be monitoring its use to see how much this trail was really wanted. In 1983, the first new Mint Hill municipal … Continue reading
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Gas price puzzler
Over this weekend, area gas prices were in the $2.49 per gallon range. This extended from Mint Hill as far south as Westinghouse Boulevard (Exit 1 off I-77). Crossing the state line to Carowinds Blvd—just an eye blink away—gas prices … Continue reading
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Hit or miss with the early voting
Many early voters have a horror story to tell of long lines. But that’s what you get when Mecklenburg County sees it’s largest turnout ever for early voting. Mid Saturday afternoon, I had to go to the Main Library in … Continue reading
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Rise and shine at Scottish Bank
[singlepic=219,320,240,,left]From 7:30 am to 8:30 am this morning, the Scottish Bank hosted a early morning breakfast for Mint Hill Chamber of Commerce members. Approximately 20 -25 people showed up for this early morning breakfast that included bagels and cream cheese, … Continue reading
Mint Hill readying for fall
It’s leaf blowing and raking season in North Carolina! What to do with the leaves? I spoke with town hall today and they said to remember that all leaves you want picked up must be in bags. No more than … Continue reading
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