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CLT High School Female Cross Country Runners Going the Distance

Aug 9, 2019 | scoop team

Fall sports have arrived. While the temperatures insist that it remains summer, athletes across Charlotte are getting ready for the upcoming season. Whether you are a runner preparing for the 10th OrthoCarolina 10k Classic on Aug. 17 or the Around the Crown 10k on Sept. 1, or you plan to support a runner in one […]


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Is Your Child Ready for Kindergarten?

Aug 8, 2019 | scoop team

CMS accepts children to preK who are age 4 by August 31 and to Kindergarten who are 5 by August 31. You can read more about the CMS enrollment process here ~ and there’s still time to enroll for the 2019-2020 school year. So, is your child ready for kindergarten? While there isn’t a magic […]




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August New & To Do in Waverly, Waxhaw, Ballantyne, Fort Mill & More.

Aug 6, 2019 | Allison

Live on the south side of town? We’ve got good news for you. Here are our 20+ hand-picked events and news for everyone on the south side of 51. NEW & NOTEWORTHY Southern Sugar Cafe closing until August 20 and will reopen with dinner service via Facebook Fort Mill’s Southern Sugar Cafe is trading in […]


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Panthers Preseason Starts This Week. What to Wear to the Games This Fall

Aug 5, 2019 | scoop team

So, the Panthers know what jerseys they’re wearing for the regular season games, but do you know what you’re wearing? Do we have to wear blue on the two they wear blue and black when they wear black, etc.? I think yes, so time to start planning now. We shopped some local shops for cuteness […]


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Anne Springs Close Greenway New Welcome Center Now Open

Aug 5, 2019 | scoop team

Anne Springs Close Greenway just opened its new welcome center, named the Greenway Gateway to serve as a hub for activities at the 2,100-acre nature preserve and outdoor recreation site.   The 6,300-square-foot facility provides a “front door” that will welcome first time visitors and returning guests alike, and is located at the Greenway’s main entrance […]



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Don’t Miss the Party of the Summer ~ BBQ & Blue Jeans

Aug 3, 2019 | Susu

It’s almost always a sell out and is definitely one of the not-to-miss QC fundraisers. It’s BBQ & Blue Jeans, the signature fundraising event of Pat’s Place Child Advocacy Center. This year, for their 15th annual event, BBQ & Blue Jeans will celebrate on Friday, September 6, 2019 at the home of Kelly and Patrick […]



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An All Season Italian Pie Perfect for Now or Later

Jul 31, 2019 | scoop team

On a girls’ trip to a good friend’s home in the mountains, our host served this fabulous Italian pie. It was so good, I not only had seconds, but I woke up wishing I could have leftovers for breakfast. It is also the perfect effortless entreé as it can be prepared earlier in the day or well in […]


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Our August House of the Month is a Heydon Hall, Simonini Built Beauty

Jul 31, 2019 | scoop team

8920 Heydon Hall Circle $899,500 5 Beds | 4.1 Baths | Sq. Ft.: 4,211 | Listing #3521189 Enjoy the virtual tour here This stunning Simonini built home is in the desirable, gated neighborhood of Heydon Hall. It’s immaculate and move-in ready! It features an open floor plan, neutral decor, high ceilings, elegant and first-floor master suite […]


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