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TAE KWON DO STUDENTS TO DONATE $5K TO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

On Saturday, December 5, 2009 at 3:00 PM, 15 Black Belt students from King Tiger Tae Kwon Do will present a check in the amount of $5,100.48 to the Levine Children’s Hospital. The 15 Black Belt students were all part of the Fall 2009 Black Belt Candidate program at King Tiger Tae Kwon Do. In addition to daily training in forms and sparring the candidates were also required to complete many other challenges during the 10 week cycle including running a total of 105 miles, completing 10,000 pushups, 10,000 sit ups, 240 random acts of kindness, and one community service.

HEALTH DEPARTMENT BEGINS OFFERING H1N1 VACCINE TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC

Charlotte, N.C. – The Mecklenburg County Health Department is now accepting appointments for anyone who wishes to be protected from the H1N1 virus. Appointments are available beginning Monday, December 7, 2009, and can be scheduled now by calling (704) 432-5100between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. or online 24 hours a day at www.meckhealth.org. The appointment system allows our clients, particularly those in vulnerable populations, to receive the vaccine without having to stand in long lines. Vaccine shipments have become more plentiful in recent weeks, allowing the health department to advance to the next level in keeping the community safe. Parents

CPCC Opera Theatre to Present “The Pirates of Penzance” January 15-17

Central Piedmont Community College’s (CPCC) Opera Theatre is pleased to bring “The Pirates of Penzance” to the Halton Theater stage in January. This hilarious operetta, written by Gilbert and Sullivan, is a family-friendly production that individuals of all ages will enjoy. Give the gift of laughter, song and dance this holiday season and purchase tickets to this must-see production. Join CPCC Opera Theatre’s stellar cast as it tells the tale of a young pirate apprentice, Frederic (Skipper Johnson), who is about to be freed from his indentured lifestyle. The honorable Frederic, who has been apprenticed to the Pirate King (Jeffrey

Football Rematch: Butler vs. Independence

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Students, parents and staff are pulling out their green, gold, red and black gear this week as they prepare for a rematch between Butler and Independence high schools. On Friday night, Dec. 4, the teams will face each other at the Providence High School stadium in the regional round of the North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) playoffs. The winner of Friday night’s game will play for the state championship on Saturday, Dec. 12, at N.C. State University. Butler is the home team for the game, which will be played at Providence High’s 6,000-seat stadium. The

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Salsarita’s Launches Unique Coupon Swapping Holiday Promotion

Charlotte, NC – Salsarita’s Fresh Cantina, one of the nation’s fastest growing, fast-casual Mexican restaurant chains, is celebrating December with a special “Spin the Wheel” promotion at the Ballantyne Quad location on 14021 Conlan Circle in Charlotte. Guests are encouraged to bring in any valid coupon and trade it in for a chance to spin the wheel to win a menu discount. “During the holidays consumers are inundated with coupons they don’t use or need. Salsarita’s is offering our Ballantyne customers a chance to trade any coupon in at checkout for a chance to win a free menu item or

N. C. Commerce Secretary Crisco To Visit Union County Dec. 18, Speak At CEM In Stallings

New Glass by Rose Hawley To Be On Display

“I make all of the colored elements in my fused glass by hammer, torch, kiln, saw, nippers, or blow pipe,” says Glass Artist Rose Hawley. “Every tiny sliver, dot, medallion, or confetti must include at least three colors. Palette is EVERYTHING!” NEW GLASS by Rose Hawley will be unveiled during Gallery Crawl, Friday, December 4th, 5-9 pm, at Charlotte Trolley Museum, 1507 Camden Road, in Charlotte’s Historic SouthEnd. “Rose breathes saturated color into all of her glass,” says Museum Director Andrea Faey. “We are excited to have Rose’s amazing creations in our Museum, once again, along with those of Alex

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Provide Guides for Holiday Security

Charlotte, NC – With the onset of the winter holidays, the Charlotte- Mecklenburg Police Department is stepping up patrols and taking special precautions to ensure the safety of citizens and shoppers throughout the holiday season. Beginning this week, with one of the biggest shopping days of the year, police presence will increase and continue through New Years. Funded through the Justice Assistance Grant (JAG), extra patrols have been added throughout the entire jurisdiction, providing heightened visibility, especially in high volume shopping areas. This includes all major shopping centers, malls, and superstores such as Walmart, Target, and Sams Club. The Department