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WET’N WILD opens this weekend with all new SOAK ZONE!

Submitted by Donna Lepre on Tuesday, May 21st, 9:50 am
WET’N WILD opens this weekend with all new SOAK ZONE!

WET’N WILD EMERALD POINTE, the Largest Water Park In The Carolinas’ celebrates the beginning of summer with a fun-filled family opening on SATURDAY, MAY 25TH at 10:00AM for the exciting 29TH SEASON!  (Opening Weekend is May 25, 26 and 27…operating hours are 10:00am-5:00pm each day.  Open daily beginning Saturday, June 8th, 2013.  Final operating day is Labor Day Monday, September 2nd, 2013)

This season, WET’N WILD EMERALD POINTE proudly announces the introduction of the all-new SOAK ZONE water spray area!  The new half-acre SOAK ZONE attraction includes a 7,000 square foot interactive water play area featuring over 35 different water elements!  SOAK ZONE is designed for exciting water spray thrills for the entire family with specialty themed seating and shaded areas, providing a waterfall of relaxation and fun for ALL ages! 

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Newton-Conover wins 2A state golf championship

Submitted by WBTV Web Staff
Tuesday, May 14th, 2013, 5:20pm

Southern Pines, NC (WBTV)- For the first time in school history, Newton-Conover has won the 2A state golf championship.  They claimed the title by just 4 shots over North Lincoln who finishes as the runner up for the 2nd straight year.

Shelby finished in 3rd, Salisbury finished in 4th, and Cuthbertson finished in 10th.

Newton-Conover would be led by Alex Hefner.  He would go on to win the individual state title after a 2 day total of 142.  He would win by 2 shots over Kaleb Lester from Carrboro.

Other local golfers who finished in the top 10 include Maiden's Thomas Lilly and Salisbury's Eric Edwards (tied for 3rd), Shelby's Elliott Grayson (6th), North Lincoln's Alston Taylor (tied for 7th), Newton-Conover's Trey Burton and North Lincoln's Grant Studdard (tied for 9th).

 

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Who wants to Go Pro with Steve Smith?

Submitted by WBTV Web Staff
Thursday, May 9th, 2013, 1:01pm
Who wants to Go Pro with Steve Smith?

Every year, thousands of young football fans dream of breaking the huddle with hero Steve Smith. Showmars, a proud sponsor of Steve Smith’s Football ProCamp, is making that dream a reality for four Charlotte-area children this summer.

Showmars is giving away four spots to the 2013 Steve Smith Football ProCamp. Football fans can sign up by filling out an entry form at any of Showmars 28 Charlotte-Metro locations.

ProCamp is a youth athletic camp for children in grades 1- 8. Established in 1998, the camp provides thousands of youth the opportunity to attend camp with their sporting heroes. At the camp, attendees learn football fundamentals and meet children their own age with like interests.

This year’s ProCamp event will be held at Ardrey Kell High School on Monday, June 10, and Tuesday, June 11.

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Adopt-A-Cop Picnic scheduled for May 1st

Submitted by WBTV Web Staff
Tuesday, April 30th, 2013, 2:26pm
Adopt-A-Cop Picnic scheduled for May 1st

The Lincolnton-Lincoln County Adopt-A-Cop program is celebrating its 22nd anniversary with a picnic for an estimated 1,500 second-grade students on May 1, at South Fork Park in Lincolnton.

The picnic will begin with opening ceremonies at 9 a.m., followed by educational programs, activities, and even a competition for the area law enforcement and emergency services agencies attending the special day for the County’s elementary students.

Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Lt.

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Paws @ the Park to benefit Humane Society of Lincoln County

Submitted by WBTV Web Staff
Wednesday, March 13th, 2013, 5:41pm
Paws @ the Park to benefit Humane Society of Lincoln County

Denver/Mooresville – Lincoln Charter School (LCS) and Pine Lake Preparatory (PLP) have announced their plans for the 3rd Annual Paws @ the Park on March 15.

All activities surrounding this event will be held at the LCS Denver MS/HS campus. Paws @ the Park is a K-12 event centered around middle school and high school spring athletic competitions between both schools. A portion of the monetary proceeds from Paws @ the Park will directly benefit the Lincoln County Humane Society (HSLC) & Catering to Cats and Dogs (CCD).

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Parks and Rec hosts Women's Volleyball League

Submitted by Joe Hester, Community News Producer
Wednesday, January 16th, 2013, 4:31pm
Parks and Rec hosts Women's Volleyball League

Lincoln County Parks and Recreation is hosting a Volleyball League for women 21 years of age and older.

Open gym is January 20 and 27, from 2 p.m. until 4 p.m.

Games are scheduled for all Sundays from February 3 through March 24.

The fee is $250 per team, which covers the cost of workers, officials and lights.

Teams may have a maximum of 12 players.

The deadline for team rosters and fees is January 20.

To register, call 704-483-8980.

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Local ATV Dealer reacts to deadly accident

Submitted by Steve Crump
Friday, November 23rd, 2012, 4:33pm

CHARLOTTE, NC (WBTV)- Tee Caldwell always preaches safety first when it comes to operating All Terrain Vehicles.

He recommends, "A helmet, eye protection, boots are bare minimum on any of these vehicles."

Caldwell is the general sales manager of Team Charlotte on Freedom Drive.

The business  has array of protective devices, which now includes collar braces similar to those used by Nascar drivers.

However, when there's a serious accident involving a child on and All Terrain Vehicle, he questions the motives of parents.

"A child shouldn't be on an ATV that's not an age appropriate ATV," he said.

In other words, pay attention to the detailed warnings.

Most vehicles have posted age requirements, and warnings stressing the fact that they're designed for one person at a time.

Most adult sized ATV's weigh somewhere between 500 and 800 pounds, but the risk is great for young riders.

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