Fire next chapter in Ram history
By Joyce Lavene Last week, an old problem was brought to the forefront of people’s minds once again. Four teenagers were questioned by Mecklenburg County Police after a fire was started at the Ram Leather Care building on Albemarle Road. All four were charged with trespassing. A 15-year-old in the group was also charged with [...]
Mint Hill police will assist at DNC
By Joyce Lavene Hundreds of police officers will assist Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police during the Democratic National Convention in September. Mint Hill Police officers will be right there with them.
New board member wows crowd
By Joyce Lavene More than 50 people turned out for an event billed as an education conversation on Monday night. Mint Hill Mayor Ted Biggers and Matthews Mayor Jim Taylor hosted the event at the Matthews Town Hall. All of the Mint Hill Board of Commissioners came out as well as most of the Matthews [...]
Armed Forces Museum & Archives of the Carolinas votes for new board members
The Armed Forces Museum & Archives of the Carolinas have a new set of board members. The group voted last month at its regular meeting at the Mint Hill Town Hall. The museum and archive will be constructed next to the North Carolina Korean War Veterans Memorial at the Park on Fairview. The officers are William [...]
Discover Mint Hill set for April 21
By Joyce Lavene The fifth annual Discover Mint Hill committee is getting ready for the big event. It will be held on Saturday, April 21 from 9 am to 3 pm. The rain date is Sunday, April 22, 1 to 5 pm.
2012 volunteer orientation
The Mint Hill Historical Society and Carl J. McEwen Historic Village will hold a volunteer orientation on February 25 from 9:30 am to noon. The meeting will be held in the administration building. Working at the Village is fun and free. Village activities give volunteers a chance to meet people of all ages in many [...]
Biggers elected to serve as MUMPO chairman
Ted H. Biggers, Jr. was elected to serve as Mecklenburg-Union Metropolitan Planning Organization (MUMPO) chairman for the third consecutive year on January 18. Mayor Linda Paxton was elected as the vice-chairperson. MUMPO’s coordinates transportation policy for 14 local governmental jurisdictions within the Mecklenburg-Union County Area. The MPO is charged with the responsibility of preparing and [...]
Private family-care homes come to MH
What’s being hailedas a revolutionary family care community dedicated to dementia care is holding a ribbon cutting event on Thursday, February 23, from 11 am to 2 pm. There will be guided tours of the new facility, food and entertainment. Unlimited Possibilities Family Care Homes is introducing The Village at Mint Hill, a collection of [...]
Meeting Wrap up: Park tower waiting for more information
By Joyce Lavene The long-term location of the public safety radio tower that was recently sold to the City of Charlotte was discussed at the January 26 meeting.
Super Bowl by the Numbers
• 35% of people who attend the game write it off as a corporate expense. • 5% of Americans will watch the game alone. • 8 million pounds of guacamole is consumed on Super Bowl Sunday. • 14,500 tons of chips are eaten along with that guacamole. • The NFL will use 72 footballs for the Super Bowl game • One [...]
Williams achieves Eagle Scout
Donald Williams, son of Nichole and Troy Williams, received his rank of Eagle Scout with Troop 144 at Blair Road United Methodist Church in Mint Hil. His project was a stone path for the church between the parking lot and the pavilion. He is a senior at Independence High School and has been with Troop [...]
Gov. Perdue won’t seek re-election
Please see the following statement from Governor Bev Perdue: Like the rest of the nation, North Carolina has been facing difficult economic times — demanding many difficult decisions. I have had to make painful budget cuts in important areas of government. But I believe I have approached this challenge in a way that is consistent [...]
Judges rule on redistricting
A three-judge panel ruled last week that the May 8 primary stands as scheduled despite a law suit challenging new legislative and congressional voting districts.
