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Local woman gives non-competition dance alternative

Local woman gives non-competition dance alternative

INDIAN TRAIL – After moving to Indian Trail 10 years ago, Sarah Parisi saw many dance studios in the area but none like the one she wanted to open.  So… Read more »

Despite inexperience, obstacles, Blanchett has become a  mainstay for rolling Spartans

Despite inexperience, obstacles, Blanchett has become a mainstay for rolling Spartans

While the Sun Valley boys basketball team’s continued stance atop the Southern Carolina 3A/4A standings this season hardly seems surprising, the fact is there aren’t many similarities between the squads… Read more »

Union representatives urge approval of Kilah’s Law

Union representatives urge approval of Kilah’s Law

Representatives from Union County came together this week to voice their support for House Bill 75 – which would increase punishments faced by child abusers in North Carolina. The bill,… Read more »

Talk of bans boost gun stores’ sales

Talk of bans boost gun stores’ sales

With national discussions focused on gun control and bans on weapons like assault rifles and high-capacity magazines, Union County stores that sell weapons have seen an increase in sales. Tim… Read more »

Stallings debates redrawing district lines

Stallings debates redrawing district lines

STALLINGS – Early last month, Stallings Town Council members discussed concerns over certain districts in the town not receiving equal representation due to out-of-balance districts. Now, the council is taking… Read more »

Monroe’s Cox, Barrett have helped lift several Redhawks programs this winter

Monroe’s Cox, Barrett have helped lift several Redhawks programs this winter

While the multi-sport high school athlete is becoming less and less common in today’s age of specialization, that trend isn’t quite as widespread in places such as Union County, which… Read more »

Business leaders, NCDOT discuss Monroe Bypass

Business leaders, NCDOT discuss Monroe Bypass

The Monroe Bypass may still be in limbo, but the project remains a hot topic among local business leaders. Elected officials and business leaders throughout Union County showed up at… Read more »

Local homebuilder encouraged by strengthening economy

Local homebuilder encouraged by strengthening economy

Leaders with area homebuilder M/I Homes say they have to get back to work to keep up with demand as the economy shows signs of improvement in the region, with… Read more »

Waxhaw discusses new town hall,  police station

Waxhaw discusses new town hall, police station

WAXHAW – After seeing the small town’s growth over the last 10 years, leaders in Waxhaw want to make the infrastructure improvements needed to prepare for the projected 50,000 residents… Read more »

Porter Ridge swimmer is used to big stage, bright lights from different venue

Porter Ridge swimmer is used to big stage, bright lights from different venue

On Thursday, Feb. 7, Porter Ridge boys swimmer Chuckie Hawes was slated to compete in his first state championship meet when he climbed the blocks for the 100-yard freestyle race…. Read more »

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