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Weddington
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Welcome to Weddington, North Carolina  Residents of Weddington enjoy the small-town ambience of their quiet, residential community. Located in the upper western section of Union County, North Carolina, Weddington offers large residential lots and wooded retreats. Secluded but accessible, Weddington is only about 15 miles away from downtown Charlotte. Interstate 485 is located just three miles north, and a variety of state highways serve the area. Neighboring communities that share the picturesque farmland and forests that surround Weddington include Wesley Chapel, Waxhaw, Matthews and Marvin. Waxhaw is particularly known for its historic downtown district, populated with antique and craft shops. Other local attractions include several nearby museums and the Cane Creek State Park. This 360-acre park offers visitors a range of recreational opportunities, such as hiking, walking, fishing, picnicking and camping. It is also a stated goal of the town’s officials to limit commercial development so that Weddington’s 8,700 residents can continue to enjoy and appreciate their local natural landscape. There is one commercial area in town that features a shopping center and a medical office building. The primary employing industries are educational, healthcare, finance, insurance and retail trade. Academically outstanding Union County Public Schools serve Weddington students in grades K-12. Several colleges and universities are in proximity for those who wish to attain a degree in higher education. Real estate options in Weddington consist of single-family detached homes, estate properties and land lots.
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