Tag: Union Street

Must See TV: Concord Natives Shine on MAX

Written by Abby Cagle on February 20, 2024. Posted in Things To Do.

Adam and Jessica Miller flip houses full-time and “accidentally” got 2 million followers online in the process. YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | TikTok Are you following this local couple who grew up a few miles apart in Concord, renovated their own home on Union Street, and have recently had a project featured on MAX’s “In with the Old” (Season 5, Episode 7: 1906 Farmhouse in Concord, NC)? 📺 In the episode, they move and renovate Adam’s best friends’ 1906 Concord farmhouse to become the home of his sister-in-law, Rachel, and her family. Get lost in their YouTube channel...

💎 💎 💎 A Legacy of Family Tradition and Community for 70 Years 💎 💎 💎

Written by Abby Cagle on September 18, 2023. Posted in Shopping.

The true beginning for Ellis Jewelers actually started in Downtown Gastonia amid the tumultuous times of the 1940s recession when Dan Levinson’s grandfather opened the family’s first jewelry store. This cherished establishment would go on to define an era and continue its legacy through the generations. 📍 Concord (Downtown) | 29 Union St S, Concord, NC 28025 Website | Facebook | Instagram Ellis, Dan’s father, worked at his father’s Gastonia store during his college years. He graduated from Chapel Hill in 1950 and then served in the army for two years during the Korean War. Upon returning...

📿🌹 Bead Lady Featured in Our State Magazine

Written by Abby Cagle on September 6, 2023. Posted in Shopping.

Downtown Concord “Jewel” of a shop’s “memory bead” service is highlighted in the September issue. 📍 Concord (Downtown Concord) | 1 Union St N, Concord, NC 28025 Website | Facebook | Instagram The Bead Lady is a full-service bead shop located in Downtown Concord, but they are also so much more! Owners Kathleen and Justin Reeder have been helping the local community make meaningful jewelry for over 20 years both locally and all over the country. The Reeder’s 14-step “memory bead” making process is the highlight of the Our State article, where they repurpose flowers from weddings and funerals...

🏠🌈🌟 Concord Dazzles with Lights Tour!

Written by Abby Cagle on August 28, 2023. Posted in Connect.

Contributor: Jamie Richardson Enjoy a colorful adventure during the Colorful Lights Historic Concord Walking Tour. Concord (Downtown Concord) 📍 Historic Downtown Concord District Website | Facebook | Instagram As the sun sets on warm September evenings, the streets of Downtown Concord will come alive with a burst of vibrant colors, inviting all to enjoy—the Colorful Lights Tour. Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday throughout the month, residents and visitors alike can explore Downtown Concord, connect with others, and learn more about the rich history of the area. The Colorful Lights...

🏢🤝 Downtown Nonprofit Center Fosters Growth

Written by Abby Cagle on August 15, 2023. Posted in Connect.

Sponsored by: Downtown Concord August 17th is National Nonprofit Day, So We’re Highlighting the New Nonprofit Center Located in Downtown Concord. National Nonprofit Day is celebrated annually on August 17th and serves as a reminder of the impactful contributions that nonprofit organizations make, fostering positive change and addressing the challenges that our communities face. Recently, the City of Concord opened the Downtown Concord Nonprofit Center on the lowest level of the former City Annex building, located at the corner of Barbrick Avenue and Union Street. In an effort to support local...