Town of Waxhaw

11/13/2026

Waxhaw Happenings: The Podcast 🎙️ NEW EPISODE: Waxhaw's History: The Origin Story

Before Waxhaw was a town, it was a place with a name.

In the newest episode of Waxhaw Happenings: The Podcast, host Bradley Lucore goes back to the beginning with Kris Morefield, a member of the Waxhaw Historic Preservation Commission and co-admin of the Waxhaw's History social media page.

Her family has lived in the Waxhaws since the 1700s, and she has spent years digging through land records, family documents, and photographs to uncover our story.

In this episode:
🏹 Where the name Waxhaw comes from
🇺🇸 A president whose birthplace is still disputed
⛏️ Howie Mine: gold in the ground
🚂 The railroad that built a town
💼 Incorporation in 1889 and the first mayor
📞 The red phones that rang in ten homes at once

Plus, one question locals will want to hear answered: water tank or water tower?

Listen now:
➤ Spotify: https://ow.ly/Swpf5106xKt
➤ YouTube: https://ow.ly/GtxT5106xKz

📧 Have a question or a topic you'd like us to cover? Email us at [email protected].

11/13/2026

Congratulations to Our Employee Award Winners! 🎉

At our 9th Annual Employee Awards Ceremony on October 22, we honored the outstanding dedication, innovation, and teamwork of our staff for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.

These awards shine a spotlight on employees who truly embody our core values: We live our word – We are in it together – We make it better – We stay on track.

Each winner was nominated by their peers and selected by a committee representing every department—making these honors extra meaningful!

👏 Join us in congratulating this year’s winners:

Customer Service Award - Hayden Jordan
Professional Development Award - Melissa Johnson
Innovation Award - David Timchula
Leadership Award - James Kelly
Team Award - The Technology Team
Department Head of the Year - Matt Coan
Sonny Splawn Employee of the Year - Amy Merrill

Thank you to all our employees for your hard work and commitment to making Waxhaw a wonderful place to live and work! Drop a comment below to help us celebrate these incredible team members! 👏🥳

11/12/2026

✨ Waxhaw’s Annual Tree Lighting is almost here! ✨

Join us Saturday, November 21, from 4 to 6 p.m. for the grand illumination of downtown Waxhaw! Bring your loved ones for an unforgettable evening filled with holiday magic, laughter, and community spirit.

🎅 Snap FREE photos with Santa
🎶 Enjoy live holiday performances on stage
🚚 Savor tasty treats from local food trucks
🎨 Get creative with FREE holiday crafts
❄️ Meet your favorite winter and holiday characters
✨ Discover even more festive surprises!

🌟 Don’t miss the highlight of the night... gather with friends and neighbors for the countdown as we light the Christmas tree and illuminate downtown in a dazzling display at 5:45 p.m.

After the Tree Lighting celebration at the Community Corner, stick around as the Downtown Waxhaw Association keeps the holiday spirit glowing from 6 to 8 p.m.

Tag your friends, and get ready to kick off the holiday season with us!

Full event details including parking and road closures:
👉 waxhaw.com/treelighting

11/12/2026

We’re celebrating dedication and excellence in Waxhaw! 🎉

At the Nov. 10 Board of Commissioners meeting, three outstanding Town of Waxhaw employees were honored for their years of service and commitment to our community:

🏆 Larry Pantori, Code Enforcement Inspector – 10 years
🏆 Janet Peirano, Assistant Planning Director – 5 years
🏆 Riley Benito, Program Coordinator II – 5 years

Thank you, Larry, Janet, and Riley, for your hard work and passion in making Waxhaw a wonderful place to live, work, and play.

Please join us in congratulating them on these incredible milestones! 👏

11/12/2026

11/11/2026

“Service doesn’t end when the uniform comes off.”

At 11 a.m. on the 11th day of the 11th month, Waxhaw gathered at our Military Wall of Honor to thank the veterans who have served our nation. 🇺🇸

This year, for the first time, we honored our veteran centenarians. Charlie Rose, who served 23 years in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Army during World War II and Korea, accepted a hand-crafted replica of the Valor sculpture by local artist and veteran Peter Rubino. We also honored Gunnery Sgt. Jeff “Vic” St. Pierre and Clayton “Chris” Christensen, and we remembered centenarian Raymond Casner, who passed away earlier this year.

Edna Drakeford and the Waxhaw Quilts of Valor volunteers gave handmade quilts to 25 local veterans, and U.S. Army combat veteran Daniel Estrada gave a moving keynote address.

Thank you to everyone who made today possible: the Parkwood JROTC, the Cuthbertson High School Choir, Jimmy Brennan of NYPD Pipes & Drums, local pastor Roy Colon, the Waxhaw Police and Fire Departments, the Waxhaw-Weddington Rotary Club, and our Parks and Recreation team.

To every veteran in our community: we have not forgotten, and we will not forget. Thank you for your service.

11/11/2026

Help us honor all who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces at our Veterans Day Ceremony.

📅 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 11
📍 Military Wall of Honor (105 E. N. Main St.)

The ceremony will celebrate all veterans' patriotism, courage, and sacrifice in times of war and peace. Open to the public.

👉 waxhaw.com/events

11/10/2026

✅ NO TRASH DELAY - VETERANS DAY
Trash and recycling service will operate on a normal schedule Wednesday, Nov. 11. Please place your carts at the curb by 7 a.m.

Download the full 2026-2027 Trash and Recycling Schedule from our website waxhaw.com/trash so you always know what day of the week your trash is collected. It also lists any delays due to holidays.

Thank you!

11/10/2026

Town Offices Closed for Veterans Day; Ceremony Set for 11 a.m. on Nov. 11

Town of Waxhaw offices will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day.

Trash and recycling will operate on a normal schedule. Emergency services are always available by calling 911.

Waxhaw's Veterans Day Ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. Nov. 11, at the Military Wall of Honor (105 E. N. Main St.) in Downtown Waxhaw. This event is free and open to the public.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to honoring our veterans together.

👉 waxhaw.com/events

11/10/2026

Waxhaw's Board of Commissioners will host its regular meeting tonight, November 10, at 6:30 p.m. in the Board Chambers at Waxhaw Town Hall (4218 Waxhaw-Marvin Road).

Meeting agendas can be found online: https://ow.ly/RnpK50YPtmG