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Trying for the Christmas spirit: my Angel Tree saga

November 26, 2018

A couple years ago during our church’s angel tree drive, my husband, filled with the holiday spirit, rashly grabbed two paper Christmas ornaments with gifts for us to buy written…

A reminder of why giving is important

November 25, 2018

By Michael J. Ribas, BA, CHPC A couple of years ago, I was back home in San Diego and a friend told me that my cousin Howard, with whom I’d…

Focus Friday at the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce: North Mecklenburg magistrate needed

November 20, 2018

Last Friday, the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce–through its Focus Friday* event–discussed the need for a magistrate in the Lake Norman region, primarily in Huntersville, Cornelius, and Davidson. A magistrate…

Thinking of buying a home soon? Make sure your credit is ready.

November 18, 2018

By George Richardson If you’re thinking about getting a mortgage loan in the next six months, it’s time to check your credit score. Your credit score is the single most…

BoatYard’s got eats … and so much more!

November 1, 2018

Let’s play a game. Complete this sentence: BoatYard Eats is a great place for… Date night. check Girls night out. check Family dinner. check Guys night out. check Kids…

Top ten things to do with your kids in November

November 1, 2018

By Tiffany White The Best Christmas Pageant Ever This is the Children’s Theatre of Charlotte’s most-popular show of all time! The Herdmans are ready to wreak havoc! What happens when…

42nd Annual Working Fingers Craft Show in Mooresville this Saturday

October 30, 2018

“Start your holiday shopping and come out for a fun day hunting for unique treasures and handcrafted goods.”—Alli Goode, Special Events and Marketing Coordinator for Mooresville Parks and Recreation This…

Locals are passionate about their causes in the 2018 election

October 27, 2018

There wasn’t much that I could ask Elizabeth Martin, the site coordinator for the Mecklenburg County Board of Elections at the Cornelius Town Hall. She is required to remain impartial…

I voted early

October 26, 2018

I voted early Just like the sticker says, it is not only possible, but it is infinitely more convenient to vote at one of the North Mecklenburg locations during the…

It’s never too late to take up acting … and other thoughts on auditioning for the Davidson Community Players

October 22, 2018

I did it on impulse. I told my sister-in-law that I would audition for The Davidson Community Players upcoming Boos & Brews Halloween Play Festival, even though I’ve never acted…