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Not long ago enough to have forgotten, the SouthPark area was forest and farmland. Over the last 50 years, the neighborhood, business district, and city have expanded rapidly to create what is now the second-largest commerce center in the city of Charlotte. Our guest today walks us through the growing pains of the area, and the original vision it’s creators had. The history is all around– even today, after 50 years of rapid growth and change.Today we are joined by Drew Thrasher, guide for the Jesse Brown’s-sponsored ‘Walk in the Park’ for years. Drew is a resident within the SouthPark district and serves on the Board of the SouthPark Area Neighborhood Association. Welcome Drew!
Segment Highlights:
- SouthPark Community Partners, Business District, Mall?
- More than just a history walk, but also a look into the future
- Sharon Township/SouthPark
- SouthPark Loop Trail– Under Construction?
- Dairy Farms and former governors
- Sharon township’s annexation in the mid 60’s
- Back-lot Trail, Little Sugar Creek Greenway
- Sharon Presbyterian, St. Lloyd’s Presbyterian Church Cemetery
- Join us on April 5th and April 12th for our sponsor’s Walk in the Park, on the SouthPark Loop Trail, Guided by Drew Thrasher!
Things You’ll Learn by Listening:
How, despite seeming constantly fresh and new, an area such as SouthPark can hold so much history and tradition. Learn how SouthPark came to be what it is today, and what it will become tomorrow. Join us on April 5th and 12th for the ‘Walk in the Park’
See the interactive map for the hike here:
Jesse Brown’s Is your one-stop-shop for any hike you’re planning, whether a 5k or 2,000 miles. Come on in for your next pair of hiking boots, maps, or just plain old advice!
