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The start of a new school year is both a blessing and curse. The obvious upside: The kids are back in school. On the...
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‘A sense of false promise’ What one doctor thinks about all those drug ads
By Dr. Stephen Ezzo, Novant Health
“Ask your doctor if (fill in the blank) is right for you.”
How many times do we hear that statement...
‘I still have my mother’
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“I get the best thank-you notes”
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Hands saving hearts
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Here’s why doctors can diagnose asthma earlier today
What to watch for...
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Girls on the Run Charlotte Launches New Camp Program with Novant Health
For more than 21 years, Girls on the Run Charlotte has provided life-changing after-school programming to girls ages 8-13. Today, the organization—whose evidence-based curricula...
Wine and chocolate: The perfect pair
Your sweetheart's gifts can be good for your heart!
Do you know if your sweetheart’s gifts of wine and chocolate are good for your heart?
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Board of Commissioners approves budget and other town business
The big item on the agenda for the June 13th meeting of the Board of Commissioners was the decision to approve an 8.7% increase...
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Mint Hill Legion defeats Union County for first place with 3-2 win
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This week’s question was fielded at a Lunch and Learn this week.
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Board of Commissioners approves budget and other town business
The big item on the agenda for the June 13th meeting of the Board of Commissioners was the decision to approve an 8.7% increase...
Mr. Appliance–A Commitment to Service
It’s easy to take convenience for granted. We hardly think twice about running the dishwasher or throwing in a load of laundry. When one...
Michael Smith Retires from Queens Grant High School
The board, faculty, administration and friends of Michael Smith enjoyed a retirement party at the Pine Lake Country Club on Saturday June 8th.
Mr. Smith,...
The Gift Workshop–Celebrating Life’s Moments
There is no greater gift in life than family. At The Gift Workshop in Mint Hill, family connections are one of its core values....
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For all the talk about teenagers needing to “unplug,” sometimes adults have a hard time putting down the electronics, too. That’s why summer is...
