News About Town: National Collect Rocks Day is coming up and the Town of Matthews is ready to celebrate. Join the town on September 16 for free rock painting. Drop in between 10 am and 11:30 am at the Community Center (100 E McDowell St.) Masks and social distancing are required.

News Around Town: Fullwood Market opened last week in the spot that was formerly Domenico’s and Outlaw BBQ (131 E John St B). Stop in for coffee, ice cream, all sorts of bottled beverages and pantry items like coffee and olive oil. The market expects to open the kitchen soon (today?) and will offer sandwiches. Follow them on Facebook and Instagram for updates.

One Fun Thing: Cotton Gin Printing has a fun new offering: rental yard signs. Want to tell the neighborhood your SO is turning the big Five Oh? They’ve got you covered!