Where Firethorne neighbors, stories, and businesses come together
A Fourth of July note from publishers Ashley and Nathan Grimm, marking Independence Day and the start of America's 250th-birthday year in the Firethorne community.
Ashley Grimm·Jul 3, 2026
Meet JoJo, the Hix family's 4.5-year-old goldendoodle whose full name is Jolene. A Dolly Parton-approved emotional support dog with a Miley Cyrus bark, a habit of stealing ball caps, and a very big heart.
Nell Thomas·Jul 2, 2026
The July 2026 edition of Stroll Firethorne is out and free to read online. Inside: the Young Men's Service League cover story and its 9,400-plus volunteer hours, partner spotlights on Phoenix Dental, Three Oaks Senior…
Nell Thomas·Jul 1, 2026
The Marvin Chapter of the Young Men's Service League brings nearly 200 mothers and sons together to serve, logging more than 9,400 volunteer hours in barely two…
Nell Thomas·Jul 1, 2026
A new regional authority takes over Charlotte's transit system July 1. Firethorne sits in Union County, outside the Mecklenburg tax, but the regional rail map…
Nell Thomas·Jun 29, 2026
Get the stories that matter in Marvin/Waxhaw, NC — delivered straight to your inbox. No algorithms, no paywalls, no noise.
Free. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
business·Jun 1, 2026
Owned by Reza Elyasi, Pineville Rug Gallery specializes in authentic handwoven Oriental and Persian rugs and is…
business·Jun 1, 2026
For Adam Swan, owning Molly Maid of Greater Charlotte is about second chances, hard work and a company that respects…
community·Jun 1, 2026
A Charlotte-based nonprofit co-founded by Nobel Peace Laureate Elie Wiesel uses education to inspire students to become…
wellness·Jun 1, 2026
Wade Haras and The Fitness Studio bring the Titleist Performance Institute assessment—trusted by tour pros—to Charlotte…
The I-77 repayment bill would hit the small towns south of Charlotte too: the governments whose CRTPO representatives voted to rescind could each owe a share of…
Jack Beckett·Jun 17, 2026
The June 2026 edition of Stroll Firethorne is out and free to read online. Inside: the pickleball cover story at the Country Club of the Carolinas, Precious…
Nell Thomas·Jun 2, 2026
Stroll publishers Ashley and Nathan Grimm celebrate the community’s graduates and the families who make Firethorne special.
Ashley Grimm·Jun 1, 2026
At the Country Club of the Carolinas, pickleball has grown into one of the club’s most engaging, multigenerational social activities.
Ashley Grimm·Jun 1, 2026
Dr. Seth Katz of Reach Fertility shares what he wishes more people knew about fertility care—starting with the fact that it’s rarely just about IVF.
Ashley Grimm·Jun 1, 2026
lifestyle·Jun 1, 2026
Joe and Danielle Shealy’s two boxers, Berkeley and Roxy, bring constant energy, laughter and affection to their…
business·Jun 1, 2026
Sammy Nasser’s BSTN Capital offers investors a hands-off path into private real estate lending through its flagship BSTN…