Author Archives: CarolinaWeekly
Singing the song of an unsung hero
Justin Ashley and his students at McAlpine Elementary School are helping to uncover one of North Carolina’s unsung education heroes. When college friend Patrick Phillips of Harrisburg told Ashley, a… Read more
Despite replacing host of stars, Ardrey Kell baseball still among state’s best
This was supposed to be a rebuilding year for the Ardrey Kell baseball team. With a star-studded roster that may have made some college programs envious, Ardrey Kell went 23-5… Read more
Church, nonprofit team up with family event
Remember that feeling when you first got your training wheels off? Local kids experienced the feeling this weekend at the Bike Extravaganza, thanks to St. Stephen United Methodist Church and… Read more
Parents worry state cuts will ax teacher assistants
Local parents, teachers and community members hope next year’s budget includes more money for teacher assistants and technology. But with budget cuts from the state, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Superintendent Heath Morrison… Read more
Sharon UMC encourages community to get involved
Sharon United Methodist Church has a strong mission of being a spiritual crossroads in the SouthPark community. Centered on Sharon Road across the street from the high-end mall, the church… Read more
McKee’s Smith named Teacher of the Year finalist
All students at McKee Road Elementary School know teacher Doug Smith. He’s one of the first faces they see in the morning, always headlining the school’s morning news channel, encouraging… Read more
Annual BeachFest set for April 26 & 27
Want to go to the beach but don’t have the time to drive four hours to the coast? Look no further than Matthews. The town’s Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resource… Read more
Providence Day boys lacrosse squad has gotten closer – and much better
It was the greatest challenge the Providence Day boys lacrosse players had faced this season. That 11-7 defeat to Maryland-based Archbishop Spalding in early March? Sure, that was rough. So… Read more
Country Day ready to host Special Olympics Spring Games again next week
A 30-year tradition at Charlotte Country Day School has become a passion for David Ball, the school’s dean of students. Next week will be the 30th anniversary for the Mecklenburg… Read more
TrySports to run for Boston in two south Charlotte events
TrySports in south Charlotte is joining Americans from across the country in reaching out to people injured in the two explosions Monday, April 15, at the Boston Marathon. The store’s… Read more
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