Author Archives: CW Editor
Second primary battle sends Hudson, Pittenger to November
Two Republicans look to represent Union County in Washington, D.C. by Mike Parks Republicans Richard Hudson and Robert Pittenger have finally cleared their in-party challengers, setting up an election battle… Read more
A horse of a different color for Jesse Helms Park?
by Josh Whitener MONROE – Since opening in the mid-2000s, the Jesse Helms Park has attracted soccer players to its acres of fields. But the park could soon be home… Read more
Waxhaw Safe Routes project progresses
by Abbie Bennett For students at Waxhaw and Kensington Elementary Schools, the walk to school will be a little safer thanks to the Safe Routes to School Sidewalk Project. Waxhaw… Read more
Spreading love abroad
Local students travel to Nicaragua, reach out to impoverished families by Josh Whitener When Abby Cummings stepped off the plane and onto Nicaraguan soil, she felt like she’d entered a… Read more
Indian Trail unveils detailed plans for two parks
Council soon to tour neighborhoods promoting parks projects by Mike Parks INDIAN TRAIL – It was just a few weeks ago that a few members of Indian Trail’s town council… Read more
Crime Scene: July 20
The following incidents were reported from July 12 to 18 according to the Union County Sheriff’s Office and Monroe Police Department. The Stallings Police Department released its incidents for July… Read more
CMC-Union nears celebration of new center
Women’s Center could open up in 2015 to serve new mothers in region by Ciera Choate Giving birth in Union County is about to change forever. Carolinas Medical Center-Union is… Read more
Wesley Chapel citizens lend a helping hand
Village prepares for volunteer workday at future park’s site by Josh Whitener WESLEY CHAPEL – Thanks to the help of concerned citizens, Wesley Chapel’s future Dogwood Park is finally getting… Read more
Fun and Games (and Winning)
Union County resident plays big role for Pineville summer college baseball team by Aaron Garcia When Brett Thompson joined the Pineville Pioneers baseball team this summer, his main goal was… Read more
Sports Shorts: July 20
by Aaron Garcia Porter Ridge’s Davis adds prestigious national honor There aren’t many things more enjoyable for a freshly graduated high school senior than summer orientation at her future college…. Read more
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