Category Archives: Development
Korean Appreciation Day in Mint Hill draws more than 300
The organizers of the new North Carolina Korean War Veterans Memorial in Mint Hill held a Korean Appreciation Day at the Park on Fairview Sunday. More than 300 tuned out for the event which was an appreciation for the Korean … Continue reading
Posted in Around Town, NC Korean War Memorial, Non-profit
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Mint Hill and Charlotte: Extreme Makeover wants you!
Remember the house on Sudbury Road in 2008 that was completely remodeled by the crew on Extreme Makeover: Home? The King family had their average home turned into a dream home, and it was all filmed for TV. Here’s amateur … Continue reading
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Tucker: ‘We have the resources to become energy independent’
Tommy Tucker (R-35), who represents the Mint Hill area in the North Carolina Senate, released this video about an energy bill he is co-sponsoring with Bob Rucho and Harry Brown. The bill, predictably called the Energy Jobs Act, will make … Continue reading
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Gas prices up 7 cents in the past week
It’s news that we don’t want to hear—not before the summer driving season begins when gas prices traditionally rise. Because of disturbances in the Middle East, oil speculators, and high demand, average retail gasoline prices in the Charlotte area … Continue reading
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Oakboro Cruise-In and Burnout this weekend
The Oakboro Cruise-In & Burnout will be held on Friday, April 22. If the weather is nice, volunteer organizers expect up to 6,000 people to attend. The event offers cars and music in an historic downtown setting and a friendly atmosphere. … Continue reading
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Gas prices up nearly 6 cents in the past week
Will gas prices ever stop going up or is this the new norm? Unrest in the middle east seems to be fueling the recent surge in gas prices. The price for gas has already reached a 30-year high for March, … Continue reading
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600 trees will line greenway in Matthews
Work is underway to plant more than 600 trees on the Four Mile Creek Greenway in Matthews. The trees will be planted along Four Mile Creek and will deter erosion of the stream bank. The trees will be of various … Continue reading
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Gas prices in Charlotte area are above the national average
Average retail gasoline prices in Charlotte have risen 0.2 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.55 per gallon Sunday. This compares with the national average that has fallen 0.3 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.53 … Continue reading
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Discover Mint Hill ramping up for this year’s festivities
The folks who are putting together Discover Mint Hill this year have just about finalized plans. The event explores the culture and history in the town and will be held April 16 from 9 am to 3 pm at “Discovery … Continue reading
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Commissioners break ground for new town hall
The town of Mint Hill held an informal groundbreaking ceremony for the new town hall last Friday. The event was to coincide with the 40th year that the town was incorporated. Mayor Ted Biggers, commissioners Lloyd Austin, Mickey Ellington, Brenda McRae and Tina Ross as well as … Continue reading
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Matthews offering grants to downtown businesses
The Town of Matthews is launching a Façade Enhancement Grant program for businesses in the Downtown Overlay District. Businesses in this district may apply for funds to improve the facades of their buildings. Projects that may be eligible include: canvas style awnings, … Continue reading
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Matthews will host workshop on caring for trees
The town of Matthews will host a two-part workshop called, “A Homeowner’s Guide to Successful Tree Care” at 7 pm on March 29 and 10 am on April 2. The workshop is sponsored by the Town of Matthews Appearance and Tree Advisory Committee. … Continue reading
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Gas prices still rising in Charlotte area
According to the site CharlotteGasPrices.com, the average retail gasoline price in Charlotte have risen 13.0 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $3.50/g yesterday. This compares with the national average that has increased 12.6 cents per gallon in the … Continue reading
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