News About Town: The proposed LYNX Silver Line, a 26-mile-long light rail corridor with 28 stations, will connect Matthews to downtown Charlotte, the airport, and to Belmont in the west. Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is hosting a public meeting at Matthews Town Hall on Tuesday, March 10 at 7:00 pm to kickoff the Pre-Project Development portion of the project. The meeting is an opportunity to learn more about the Silver Line design, Transit-Oriented Development (TOD), and Rail Trail (a parallel cycling/pedestrian-focused trail) opportunities.
News Around Town: Butler Students, heads up! NC Outward Bound School is offering FULL SCHOLARSHIPS for a seven-day backpacking and rock climbing course in June. The deadline is tomorrow, March 6, so you have to get an application in quickly. The program is designed to develop students' courage and compassion as leaders while pushing students physically, socially and emotionally. Apply here.
One Fun Thing: Teachers, school admin, and educational professionals, Green Jeans Consignment will be at Levine Senior Center (1050 DeVore Lane) this weekend and they’re opening the doors early to give educators (homeschoolers included) first dibs. Shop an exclusive half-price pre-sale on Friday, March 6, at 5 pm. Veterans, you’re not left out—doors open for you at 5:30. What can you expect? A whole lot of quality clothes. Items include new and gently worn brand name, boutique and designer clothing, shoes, handbags, jewelry and accessories from petite to plus sizes, including maternity.