Yearly Archives: 2012
Hailing from ‘across the pond’
INDIAN TRAIL – Ever since she was a child playing “teacher,” Melissa Creamer knew she wanted to work in the classroom. But the Manchester, England, native had no idea her… Read more
Wesley Chapel Elementary hosts “Jeans & Jackets” drive
WESLEY CHAPEL – Students at Wesley Chapel Elementary School are reaching out to those in need in Union County through a school-wide “Jeans & Jackets” drive. From Monday, Sept. 24,… Read more
Love for the Game
When Porter Ridge High Scool coach Blair Hardin refers to junior Nick Vagnone as a “Renaissance guy,” he means that if Vagnone played in the era of leather helmets and… Read more
UCW Football Notes
Cuthbertson offense settling in Cuthbertson won its first game in three tries last week when it downed Central Academy of Technology & Arts, 28-7. The win was highlighted by freshman… Read more
Planned drive-thru could anger neighbors
STALLINGS – John Fisichello’s request to conditionally zone 6 acres in Stallings is causing concern for residents of the Chestnut Creek neighborhood. The Stallings Planning Board met on Tuesday, Sept…. Read more
Indian Trail seeks community feedback on future parks
INDIAN TRAIL – Voting for Indian Trail’s park bond doesn’t take place until November, but town staff are already working to collect feedback from the public on what community members… Read more
Let the cash flow
STALLINGS – Children and parents in Stallings will soon benefit from the new child safety program, radKIDS, which empowers children and teaches them self-defense. But that’s only if the town… Read more
Weddington girl a ‘Cutest Kid’ finalist
WEDDINGTON – She’s starred in major motion pictures and a primetime TV series. She lives in Weddington. And she’s a semi-finalist for the “LIVE! with Kelly” Cutest Kid Search. If… Read more
Waterfowl Rescue doing a bit of barn raising
INDIAN TRAIL – The Carolina Waterfowl Rescue in Indian Trail needs a new barn to house injured and abandoned ducks, geese, swans and other birds. So, a bit of fundraising… Read more
Taste of Union has new venue this year
The 2012 Taste of Union festivities will take place at the Union County Agricultural Center in Monroe this year, instead of the event’s usual home at First Presbyterian Church in… Read more
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