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AmericanTowns Heroes: Ariana Hargis is a Real Livesaver

Ariana Hargis is the kind of lifeguard you want on duty when your loved ones are in the pool. She's a quick-thinking, focused professional with eyes in the back of her head. When...

Start your Search for Volunteer Opportunities in Matthews, North Carolina with AmericanTowns Matthews Volunteer Guide!

On behalf of non-profit groups and organizers all over Mecklenburg County, AmericanTowns would like to invite all of you to join in on making a difference. Seize today and...

AmericanTowns PR Tool: Getting publicity for your Matthews organization has never been easier

If your nonprofit group in Matthews is looking to let the community know about an upcoming event, activity or initiative, our PR Tool is here to help! Here's how it works: when...

Weekend Activities in and around Matthews

Give yourself a Time Out this week and treat yourself to a day out on the town. Whether you're in the mood to do some shopping, house hunting, catch a movie or just enjoy...

Eat Local! Great Resources in the Matthews area

What’s one small change that 1) significantly improves your health 2) helps the environment 3) boosts North Carolina’s economy and 4) helps you win the lottery (OK, so we made...

Winning the Real Estate Game in Matthews in a Tough Market

Purchasing a home in North Carolina is one of the best investments you can make; but like so much else in life, timing is everything. ...

An Invitation to our Matthews Community: BLOG ON!

Since this site is all about Matthews, we’d like to get the unique perspectives of local bloggers. If you’ve been blogging, great – send your name, email and a link to your...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Brandon Rohlwing Helps Teens Get Through Tough Times

Brandon Rohlwing was feeling pretty low when he stumbled upon the website ReachOut offering support to anyone questioning the meaning in life. The information he found helped give...

Cut your own Christmas Tree from tree farms in North Carolina

Pining for the perfect tree? Find one that’s right for your home at a North Carolina Christmas tree farm. Remember, not all farmers allow guests to cut their own, so be sure to...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Donna Bailey Believes in her Students

Teaching is touted as being one of the most rewarding jobs in the world. Granted, it's not usually a high-paying job, but the satisfaction of having inspired a student to reach...

Matthews Farmers Markets - Find local organic farmers market around the Matthews area

Matthews NC Farmers Markets - Find local organic farmers markets around the Matthews area. We have the complete listings to help you find the best markets and organic produce...

Matthews Thanksgiving 2011 - Thanksgiving Events, Volunteer Opportunities and more!

With Thanksgiving around the corner and preparations to be made, you might have a lot on your plate. That’s why AmericanTowns has put together resources for Thanksgiving...

The Power of a Single Vote - Matthews Election Information and Polling Places

Presidential elections tend to get most of the attention, but there are plenty of key local Matthews elections this year that are equally important. As they say, "all...

Mecklenburg County Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide - Mecklenburg County

Local Pumpkin Patch Farms - go pick pumpkin's at a local farm in the Mecklenburg County North Carolina area. When there’s a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a day at...

Pumpkin Patch Farms and Pumpkin Picking Guide for North Carolina NC

North Carolina Pumpkin Picking Farms and Fall Pumkin Patch Farms - go pumpkin picking at a local farm in North Carolina. When there's a crisp snap in the air, nothing beats a...

Share and Celebrate Local Green Initiatives

AmericanTowns has just launched GreenTowns.com, a new network to connect and celebrate local green initiatives and their leaders, in Matthews and across the country. With...

Last Shred Day for 2011

Please note these few guidelines when bringing your items to shred:You will need to dispose of any boxes, cartons, etc. used to transport your items to be shredded. These items...

Apple Picking Orchards and Apple Farms Guide for North Carolina NC

We have the best North Carolina apple picking orchards, apple farms, apple festivals for the state of North Carolina. We have found the best 'pick your own' apple orchards and...

5.9 Earthquake felt in Matthews, centered in Virginia

A rare 5.9 magnitude earthquake hit northwest Virginia sending shock waves throughout the Washington D.C. metropolitan area that were felt as far north as New York City and...

July 2011 Newsletter from Stallings Mayor Lynda Paxton

DiscoverStallings.com went Live on June 24In my last newsletter I noted that I was working with a consultant to develop a website to promote the town and its businesses. We went...

Fast Facts on the 2011-2012 Budget for Stallings

The 2011-12 operational budget is a one year budget and is separate from the Capital Improvement Plan. The CIP will be finalized in the coming months to specify reserves from the...

Make a difference in Matthews! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity

You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where do you start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Matthews area and around...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Bev Yoakum Provides a Foundation for Children to Grow

Bev Yoakum doesn't want to keep the spotlight shining on her. After being recognized as a hero for her work in creating a unique early childhood education opportunity for the...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Troy Yocum Returns Home

On April 17th 2010 Iraq War veteran Troy Yocum began his hike across the United States to raise awareness of military families in need. On September 3rd, 2011 Troy and Emmie, the...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Joanne Kouris Has Dedicated More Than Two Decades to Delivering Meals

(photo courtesy of 7News) For 21 years, Joanne Kouris has been a friendly face, faithfully delivering hot meals to elderly and home bound neighbors who are now like...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Reilly Starr Coaches Volleyball and Shares Leadership Skills

Reilly Starr is the co-founder of AllStarr Volleyball, an organization whose mission is to encourage young women to become the best athletes they can be in a sport they love:...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Kristen Parkinson Raises Money to Keep Kids Safe from Land Mines

Kristen Parkinson got involved in fundraising at an early age. When she was eight years old she participated in various events that helped raise $20,000 for a dog specially...

July 4th fireworks schedule, festivities and parades in Mecklenburg County, NC

Matthews Fireworks 2011 Find July 4th Fireworks schedule, festivities and parades in Mecklenburg County, NC. Search for July 4th Restaurants, Things to do and more! ...

Hurricane Irene is heading towards North Carolina, Take Shelter

With its trajectory bound for the eastern seaboard, Hurricane Irene could strike North Carolina’s Outer Banks as early as Friday night, with at-risk areas including...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Maribeth Shearer is Committed to Caring

For some residents of the senior living community where she works, Maribeth is the daughter they never had or the daughter they wish they had. More than anyone else who works at...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Pamela Cantor Works to Turnaround Failing Schools

Dr. Pamela Cantor has been nationally recognized for her efforts to help improve the lives of children and families. She is a child psychiatrist who has been focusing on...

AmericanTown Heroes: Leslie Perkins Picks Posies for Patients

Leslie Perkins, a hospital volunteer for more than 28 years is also the head of the fresh flower program. In addition to overseeing the placements of fresh flowers in all the...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Allan Barsema Builds Life Recovery Plans

The dictionary definition of a carpenter is someone who "builds or repairs wooden structures or their structural parts," which is akin to what Allan Barsema helps do...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Marlene Perez Is An Award-Winning Volunteer

Over the years, Marlene Perez has been commended for her many contributions to her political party as well as her country. As an active Democrat she was recently honored...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Teresa Berg Takes Pictures That Get Animals Placed in Homes

Teresa Berg is a photographer with an eye for the beauty within. She takes everyday subjects, like children and animals and transforms them into extraordinary images to be...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Steve Wampler Climbed a Mountain So Kids With Disabilities Could Go to Camp

Steve Wampler is wheelchair-bound due to Cerebral Palsy, but he doesn't allow that to define him. As he says on his website, rockonsteve, he's moved past his disability to a place...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Fowler Ruffin Helps Animals Find Homes and Children Find Happiness

Fowler Ruffin is one of those people who knows the secret to making a heaven here on earth. Just take a look at Pinch Me Acres, the farm she bought with her husband and they...

AmericanTowns Heroes: DJ Waldow and his 28-Day Good Deed Challenge

DJ is the "Social Butterfly Guy" on his blog of the same name. What's with the name? According to DJ, he was the guy who "got bored real quick if he was not...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Denise Allen's Quilts Portray Everyday Life and History

Denise Allen is a needlework folk artist and quilter whose work has been exhibited in folk art museums and galleries around the country. Her quilts tell the stories of African...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Bailey Reese and Friends Send Hugs to Heroes

When a hurricane stuck the area where Bailey Reese lives it caused a tremendous amount of damage as well as distress to the community.Military help was called in to assist with...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Marie Paolucci Makes Chemo Kits to Help Make Treatment Less Stressful

Most of us think of Halloween when October rolls around, but we've also come to associate October as National Breast Cancer Awareness month. Many organizations run their fund...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Danielle Butin Sends "Good Health" to Countries in Need

Four years ago, Danielle Butin, MPH, OTR was on vacation in East Africa, enjoying the air, the music, the wildlife, the people, the food and the beauty of the physical...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Chris Willden Acts Quickly to Save the Lives of Trapped Children

Two children are alive today because of the quick thinking and heroic efforts of former police officer Chris Willden. Willden was the first on the scene when a car skidded off the...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Bob Davidson Wants Your Pledge to Rise Above the Plastics

If you see a grown man covered in plastic bags, don’t think he’s crazy or a homeless person trying to stay warm. Go over and introduce yourself and find out what he has to say...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Masons and Shriners Help the Community Help Themselves

Masons and Shriners are known for their good deeds. There are Masonic lodges and Shriners temples all over the world. The principles of fraternity and charity are shared by both...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Daria Miller Recycles for Conservation

This week's hero is a conservation champion! Daria Miller was honored with an award and a $500 cash prize in the Cox Cares Conservation Champions program. Her act of recycling...

AmericanTown Heroes: John Henderson Demands Respect for the Flag

When John Henderson saw a torn and tattered flag flying outside a local fast food restaurant he was as upset as he was sad. As a Vietnam veteran he looks on our nation's flag as a...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Peter Samuelson Believes Everyone Deserves a Roof (EDAR)

When Peter Samuelson started seeing more homeless people on the streets a few years ago he knew the recession was behind the increase. Taking a quick count during his daily bike...

AmericanTowns Heroes: Keren Taylor and WriteGirl Give a Hand Up to the Next Generation of Writers

Keren Taylor is a songwriter, vocalist, poet, visual artist and the founder of WriteGirl.org - a non-profit organization that encourages young women to become writers through...

AmericanTowns Heroes: The Marshel Family Marshalls the Community for a Coastal Cleanup

The American Littoral Society is not a book club (as they say on their website), but rather an organization that encourages and coordinates coastal cleanups each year. The...