This day and age, everyone is in a rush and not many people stop to smell the roses or *truly* be there for someone else.  Everyone is trying to make a buck make ends meet, and continue with the daily grind. The members here on the Rain do not fall into this category though.  Yesterday proved this... and it took my breath away. As you may recall last Friday I had to put my beloved buddy, Rusty to sleep.  He was with me for over 15 years, and it was *his* time.  I didn't want him to go, but I couldn't be selfish either. I wrote a blog about this "A Sad Farewell to a Dear Friend" and I want to take a moment to thank everyone that responded with heart felt comments.  Thank you. There is one ActiveRain member that I knew who would be touched by this story, but I didn't know she would touch ... 04/22/2009

UPDATED APRIL 2009 FEATURED LISTINGS Visit Link Central - Everything you will ever need! The Verdict Ridge Golf Community is located in Denver, NC just minutes from the new route 16 that will run straight into the heart of Charlotte. The beautiful 18 hole golf course with rolling hills and breathtaking landscape is the perfect backdrop for the homes that line its perimeter.Amenities include a community pool, tennis courts, playground area, driving range, 18 hole golf course and a clubhouse. Sports memberships and social memberships are available. Verdict Ridge is just minutes away from Lake Norman. Community: Verdict Ridge Golf ClubPrice Range: $300's to $1 MillionLocation: Denver / Northwest of CharlotteCounty: LincolnCommunity Description: Golf Course Community Amenities: Club House, ... 04/10/2009

Highway 16 Extension Plan Update: Denver, NC Currently Highway 16 extends from the city of Charlotte up to Highway 73 (Sam Furr Rd.) on the south end of Denver and Lake Norman. The old Highway 16 continues along the lake and extends across Hwy 150 up toward Hickory. Single lane travel and a number of traffic lights on the old Hwy 16 slow the pace of traffic and make the commute into Charlotte much more time consuming. Current plans have Phase 1 of the Hwy 16 extension being complete some time in 2010. Phase 1 will begin at Hwy 73/Sam Furr Road and extend up to Optimist Road. You can look below and see Phase 1 marked in RED. Phase 2 will continue from Optimist Road and extend all the way up to Hwy 150. This Phase is due to be completed in 2011. You can see Phase 2 below marked in BLUE. ... 04/10/2009

  North Lincoln Middle School ~ Staff/Student Basketball Game The PTSA of North Lincoln Middle School here in Denver, NC is holding a spring fundraiser to benefit the school’s Media Center. On Thursday, April 2nd, there will be a Staff/Student Basketball Game in the gym at 7:00 PM. Game Admission Cost:$3.00 ~ Adults$2.00 ~ Kids (<6 free) Addition to the game there will be a cash raffle of $500. taking place at half-time. Tickets for the raffle are $1.00 each.•    For the top seller in each grade level, that student will be allowed to throw a pie at a school staff member at half-time. •    For the homeroom with the highest ticket sales, the teacher will be allowed to throw a pie at the principle at half-time. Food will be available from concessions and those proceeds will benefit the Ath... 03/18/2009

  Dribble Out Diabetes A World Record Attempt (5,000+ people)  “Most People Dribbling Basketballs At One Time” Come Help Break the World RecordSunday, March 22, 2009Rock Springs Elementary School3633 Highway 16NDenver, NC  28037Schedule of Events    1:00 PM – 4:00 PMCheck-In & Registration    1:00 PM – 2:30 PMRaffles    1:00 PM – 2:45 PMEntertainment, Food, & Games    1:00 PM – 4:00 PMWorld Record Attempt    3:00 PMPlease bring your own ball!Pre-Registration forms must be mailed to:Dribble out DiabetesPO Box 1888Denver, NC  28037And received by March 20, 2009 Pre-Registration Fee Per-Person: $5 Rookie, $25 Veteran, $50+ All-StarRegistration forms available at JDRF.   All proceeds benefit Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Questions About the author: Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Re... 03/17/2009

   Golf Outing for SalemSalem Methodist Church is having a golf outing to benefit Salem Methodist Church. Saturday, May 16, 2009Westport Golf Club7494 Golf Course DriveDenver, NC  28037$60. Per PersonCall: 704-489-1004 About the author: Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed. Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com Copyright © 2009 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*Golf Outing for Salem (Denver, NC/LKN)*   03/17/2009

   East Lincoln Sports Boosters TournamentThe East Lincoln Sports Boosters is having a golf tournament to benefit all sports teams at East Lincoln High School. Saturday, April 25, 2009Westport Golf Club7494 Golf Course DriveDenver, NC  28037Tee Time: 2:00 PM$65. Per PersonE-mail: tygolf@bellsouth.net About the author: Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed. Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com Copyright © 2009 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*East Li... 03/17/2009

  East Gaston Boosters TournamentThe East Gaston Boosters is having a golf tournament to benefit childhood obesity/juvenile diabetes awareness programs. Monday, April 20, 2009Verdict Ridge7332 Kidville RoadDenver, NC  28037Tee Time: 1:00 PM$75. Per PersonCall: 704-913-5156 About the author: Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed. Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com Copyright © 2009 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*East Gaston Boosters Tournament (De... 03/16/2009

  Golf For Life at Cowans FordThe East Lincoln Fire Department is having a golf tournament to benefit Relay for Life. Monday, April 6, 2009Cowans Ford Country Club761 Club DriveStanley, NC  28164Tee Time: 12:00 PM$320. Per 4 Person TeamCall: 704-822-5999 About the author: Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed. Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com Copyright © 2009 By Teresa Harris, All Rights Reserved...*Golf For Life at Cowans Ford (Denver~Stanley, NC/LKN)* 03/16/2009

  Denver Dazzle Golf Tournament Denver, NCDenver Dazzle girls’ fast pitch softball is having a golf tournament to benefit their softball team. Saturday, April 4, 2009Westport Golf Club7494 Golf Course DriveDenver, NC  28037Tee Times: 8:00 AM & 1:00 PM$65.00 per PersonCall: 980-722-5612For more information about Denver Dazzle please visit their website.   About the author: Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed. Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, Inc. - 704-458-1807 - Teresa@TeresaMHarris.com Copyright ... 03/16/2009

Active Listings By Price Ranges (Denver, NC/LKN)   So you’re interested in relocating to Denver, NC; also known as a part of the popular Lake Norman area and a “hot spot” that has seen a lot of rapid growth in the past ten years. New neighborhoods that have popped up all over the place i.e.: SailView, Webbs Chapel Cove, Ashley Cove, Eastwind Cove, Norman Pointe, and Verdict Ridge… to name a few. Wondering about the list prices of the area….wonder no more! Because I have that information for you. As of March 12, 2009 there are 380 single family homes listed on Carolina MLS. The highest price is $3,899,000 and the lowest price is $59,900. The graph below shows how many houses are listed within various price ranges.   SEE YOU IN DENVER! About the author: Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Resi... 03/12/2009

  If you are in the Denver area this week you will not want to miss this....make sure that you come early! Webbs Chapel UMC   SEE YOU AROUND DENVER! AnnualFish FryFriday, March 13, 200911:30 AM – UntilWebbs Chapel UMCWebbs Chapel Church RoadDenver, NC$8.00 Take Out or Dine In$5.00 Child Under 10 PlatePlate includes: Fried Flounder, Homemade Slaw, Hushpuppies, and Homemade Fries.Deliveries Available704-483-9434 About the author: Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed. Teresa Harris - Holbrooks Real Estate, ... 03/09/2009

  If you are local to the Denver area and like to ride bikes or run then here is an event for you.   Register Now! at sportoften.com The 2nd Annual Ride for    25 - 50 -100 K. bicycle ride & 5 K trail run to benefit the Sally’sYMCA April 26, 2009 at 1:30PM at future location of The Sally’s YMCA 1601 Forney Creek Pkwy, Denver, NC 28037   To find out the story behind Sally's Y please visit: Sally's Y Blog Post See You in Denver!     About the author: Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estate Broker who can assist you with the purchase and/or sale of real estate in Lake Norman and surrounding counties. Please visit www.TeresaMHarris.com for your relocation and/or your local needs. The information in this post is believed to be accurate but is not guaranteed. Teresa Harris - Ho... 03/08/2009

  FREE Dental Clinic ~ Denver, NC (LKN) On April 3rd and 4th the North Carolina Baptist Men’s Dental Bus will be in Denver courtesy of Westport Baptist Church. Local dentists, Dr. Herbert Wilmer and Dr. Ashley Lee have volunteered their time offering cleaning, examining, and filling teeth. There are also several dental hygienists who are offering their time as well. The expenses for the bus, driver, and dental supplies will be paid by Westport Baptist Church.   This clinic is open to 60 people who have no dental insurance. Pre-registering is advisable to assure a spot. To pre-register you need to come by Westport Baptist Church March 6th or 7th between 9:30 AM and 3:30 PM. If you miss the pre-registration you can come the day of the clinic to see if there are any openings. Due to the la... 03/07/2009

  Maple Leaf This exquisite subdivision is located close to the heart of Denver. A rural setting with lots of nature, trees, creeks, waterfalls, and hills. This community of 60 home sites offers lots that range from .50 to 3+ acres which provides a more private setting for most homeowners. Currently there are 31 homes completed and occupied, with 3 homes under construction, which makes the neighborhood a little over a third complete.  One of the few newer subdivisions, in the area, with low HOA fees which are currently $200.00 per year. This community is close to lake access, swimming pools, and several highly rated golf courses. An easy commute to Hickory, Cornelius, Huntersville, Mooresville, and Uptown Charlotte.                      Currently there are three houses listed in MLS for... 03/07/2009

Governor's Island Homes For SaleGovernor's Island - Denver, NCThis pristine gated community shines with elegance as you enter the tree lined gated community. Governor's Island is a rare find on Lake Norman and a true gem on the water!Ths prime location is convenient to Charlotte, Mooresville, Cornelius & Huntersville.   Entrance: Governor's Island - Denver, North Carolina Click Here to View The Homes For Sale On Governor's Island Or CLICK HERE TO VIEW OVER 20,000 OTHER LISTINGS IN OUR AREA Conctact us today for all of your Lake Norman real estate needs.Heather L Kline at HeatherKline@KW.com or Andrew Kline at  AndrewKline@kw.com Heather Lewis Kline - Lake Norman Realtor & Broker, Charlotte Realtor & BrokerAndre Kline - Lake Norman Realtor & Broker, Charlotte Realtor & BrokerKline Lake A... 03/05/2009

Eastwind CovePurchase a lot and bring your builder. Home plans are subject to architectural review. Eastwind Cove is one of the new neighborhoods in the Lake Norman area right off of Webbs Road in Denver, NC.It is a family-oriented neighborhood, which includes a swimming pool, play ground, and of course the lake! Eastwind Cove offers wooded home sites, waterfront, and water view, county water and sewer, curb and gutter, and boat storage. Basement lots are available.Other pertain information: Price Range of houses: $370's to almost $1 Million (for waterfront) Lot Size Range: .45 Acres to over 1 Acre Square Footage Range: 2,800 to 6,000 Home Styles: Traditional, French Provincial Schools: Rock Springs/North Lincoln   About the author: Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real Estat... 03/03/2009

Webbs Chapel Cove Webbs Chapel Cove offers privacy and seclusion. This upscale gated community, in the Lake Norman area is located off Webbs Road in Denver, NC. It is a 150 acre luxury custom home waterfront community on Lake Norman. It offers 50 premier wooded home sites, waterfront and water view, county water and sewer, and curb and gutter. Home plans are subject to architectural review.   Other pertain information: Price Range: $800's to $2.5 Million Lot Size Range: 0.9 to 3.5 Acres Square Footage Range: 3,800 to 7,000 Home Styles: French Provincial, Traditional, Victorian, and Old World Schools: Rock Springs/North Lincoln If you are interested in any more information about Webbs Chapel Cove's please call me anytime. About the author: Teresa Harris is a Lake Norman Residential Real ... 03/03/2009

SailView SailView is charming and the place to be if you crave social interaction. It is a family-oriented type neighborhood with all the amenities, which include Olympic-sized swimming pool, club house, tennis, play grounds, walking trails, volley ball area, picnic areas with a fireplace for cookouts, and of course the lake! This upscale Crescent community, in the Lake Norman area is located at the end of Webbs Road in Denver, NC. SailView is the first community of its kind on Lake Norman's Denver side. This community has an active homeowner's association, Ladies Club, and seasonal activities for the children. Each summer SailView sponsors a swim team and hosts swim meets at its pool. SailView also offers wooded home sites, waterfront and water view, county water and sewer, curb and gu... 03/02/2009

Cowans Ford Cowans Ford is magnificent. This upscale community, in the Lake Norman area, is located off of Club Road in Denver, NC, in Lincoln County; but the address is Stanley, NC. This luxury waterfront and golf community on Lake Norman was originally just a private country club for some of the elite Duke Power Company employees. Approximately, twenty years ago the country club went through a huge transformation, whereby a new pool and clubhouse was erected across the street to free up the land on the lake to be developed for homes. At the same time other land owned by, Cowans Ford, was being sold off as golf course lots with first priority given to the current members. This began on the street known as St. Andrews. Today there are still a few lots available but most are owned by pri... 03/02/2009