Why you'd want to live in Waxhaw

The rapidly-growing town of Waxhaw, NC is located about 23 miles southeast of downtown Charlotte. Waxhaw is in Union County and bordered by Mineral Springs, Marvin, Wesley Chapel, Monroe, Fort Mill, Indian Trail, Matthews, Stallings, and Weddington. Waxhaw’s name comes from the Native American group that was first met by Spanish conquistador Juan Pardo in the 16th century. The majority of people who later settled in the area were of German or Scots-Irish descent and chose to become independent farmers. Many historians also believe that seventh US President Andrew Jackson was born near Waxhaw, NC in 1767. The town of Waxhaw is known for its history as a destination for antique collectors. Sarah Lynn Byrum opened the area’s first antique shop back in the 1960s and began a trend for many other companies and merchants who ended up doing the same. Some of the most notable people who have lived in Waxhaw are NFL quarterback Josh McCown, Pixar’s Frozen songwriter Kristen Anderson-Lopez, American soccer coach Mark Steffens, and others. via makeamovetoday.com