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Police Report

Arrests, citations and accidents May 7-13, 2012, reported by the Cornelius Police Department.

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Peninsula Cove break-in try; SUVs on Harbor Light hit

May 16 Residents of Peninsula Cove Lane say Cornelius Police have arrested two people after an attempted break-in around 12:30 a.m. Wednesday. Someone tried to enter a home at 18609 Peninsula Cove by breaking glass doors on the rear of their house. The 89-year-old resident said damage amounted to about $1,000.

Separately, three SUVs were broken into on Harbor Light and items inside were stolen on May 13, according to police reports.

Lowe's gives grant to

JV Washam Elementary

Lowe's Charitable and Educational Foundation has awarded a $30,000 grant to JV Washam Elementary School for the Hawk's Nest outdoor playground and learning area. The grant will be paired with a $45,000 Jimmie Johnson Foundation grant, completing a playground area, walking track and learning area.

Police Report

Arrests, citations and accidents April 30-May 6, 2012, reported by the Cornelius Police Department.

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Sailors with special needs

Individuals of all ages with cognitive or
neurological disabilities can experience sailing

The Cornelius PARC Department and Huntersville Parks and Recreation Department, in conjunction with the NC Community Sailing and Rowing Center, will hold a free event this Saturday for individuals of all ages who have special needs due to cognitive/neurological disabilities. Highly qualified NC Community Sailing and Rowing Center volunteers offered 30-60 minute "Navigational Expeditions" aboard 19' Flying Scot Sailboats. Held twice a year, this is an opportunity for special needs individuals and their immediate families to experience the thrills of being out on the water. A total of 70 sail boat trips will take place, giving rides to more than 100 registered individuals. In addition, pirate-themed fun stations are available on land and families are encouraged to bring their own picnic lunch to enjoy on the park.

When: Saturday, May 19, 12-4 pm (register by Friday, May 18)
Rain Date: Sunday, May 20, 12-4 pm

Where: NC Sailing and Rowing Center, Huntersville

Fee: Free. Donations to the Sailing Center are appreciated, but not required.

Volunteers are needed for this program and for other upcoming Special Needs programs.To register or volunteer for this event, please contact Trina Roeder, Special Needs Programs Coordinator for Cornelius PARC and Huntersville Parks and Recreation: 704-892-6031 ext. 162 or email troeder@cornelius.org.

Memorial Day service at

Lake Norman Baptist

Lake Norman Baptist Church will host guest speakers Captain Eugene McDaniel and his wife. Captain McDaniel's message, "Where is God in Our Difficulties?," will speak on finding God while a POW for six years in North Vietnam.

Lieutenant Luck Patterson from Laguna Beach, California, will participate in the ceremony commemorating his brother Kelly Patterson, Captain McDaniel's bombardier. Kelly Patterson has remained an 'unresolved MIA' for 45 years. The service will include youth presentations of "Patriot Stories", a Memorial Quartet and the Military Moms Trio.

There will be two services at 8:30 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. For more info: Bill Crawford at 704-995-0045

2 new grads thanks to Ausie Rivens Foundation

The Ausie Rivens Foundation reports two additional students earned a GED High School equivalent degree through its evening program. Eddie Aiken completed the course work and has already enrolled in welding school. Derrick Kerns completed the course work within 3 months, attending classes on Saturdays.

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Mail piece ignites Sen. 41 race; Tarte raised most cash

May 7 There's been a minor dust-up in the five-way race for the N.C. Senate District 41 primary election. A direct mail piece put out by one of the apparent front runners, John Aneralla, said he was the "authentic conservative" for the newly created seat. The mail piece compared Aneralla's positions on several issues, ranging from Amendment One to eliminating government pensions for elected officials, with those of Cornelius Mayor Jeff Tarte. Tarte said the mailing contained "misleading information" about his positions. "While some candidates may choose to go negative, I will stay positive, run on my record, and tell you why I feel I deserve your vote based on my positions on these issues," Tarte said in an email to the news media. Aneralla, meanwhile, fired back with his own email, saying the points he raised were accurate.

Aneralla appears to be the winner in terms of individual donations, with $48,750 coming into his account, vs. Tarte, with $45,369 in individual donations. Tarte, however, has lent his own campaign $50,000 in personal funds, bringing his total to nearly $100,000. Troy Stafford, a Cornelius resident, was the No. 3 fundraiser with $29,793. Robby Benton, a Huntersville-based race team owner, has brought in $13,500 total, and Dr. Donald Copeland, a Cornelius resident, has $700 of his own money in his campaign. The primary election is Tuesday. If none of the candidates wins 40 percent of the vote, there will be a runoff in July.

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Best Nest

Home Décor: Best Nest May. 2012

Cabinet makeover: From drab to fab

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If you’ve been longing to remodel your kitchen but don’t have the funds, paint is a great way to make an impressive transformation without breaking the bank.

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Senior News

Senior News May 2012

Developing your sense of Humor:
Take yourself less seriously!

JOANNE AHERN
Seniors Columnist

Do you love humor? I love to laugh. Good clean jokes, one liners, and funny sayings go a long way in keeping the mood light, keeping the day from becoming drudgery. One of my lifetime goals is to laugh at least once a day. It’s 12:50pm and I’ve already had a good belly laugh. How about you??

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Police Report

Arrests, citations and accidents Jan. 23-29, 2012 reported by the Cornelius Police Department.

Dellinger, Devin Bain (W M, 26) Charge of Impaired Driving D W I, M (M), at 19400 West Catawba Ave, Cornelius, on 01/23/2012.

Rogers, Trudy Ann (W F, 32) Charge of Driving While License Revoked, M (M), at Vineyard Point Ln, Cornelius, on 01/23/2012.

Loflin, Natasha Diana (W F, 37) Charge of Inhaling An Unlawful Substance For The Purpose Of Intoxicati (M), at 19631 West Catawba Ave, Cornelius, on 01/23/2012.

Hollar, Christopher Joe (W M, 34) Charge of Poss. Of Drug Paraphernalia, M (M), at 30231 S I-77, Cornelius, on 01/26/2012.

Tarbutton, Robert Edward (W M, 63) Charge of Impaired Driving D W I, M (M), at 19424 Fridley Ln, Cornelius, on 01/26/2012.

Hancock, Dondi Christopher (B M, 22) Charge of Poss. With Intent To Sell And Deliver Controlled Substance, (F), at 19516 Smith Cir, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Thompson, Scottie Lavella (B M, 23) Charge of Poss. Of A Controlled Substance, F (F), at 19621 S Ferry St, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Frye, Robert Donald (W M, 57) Charge of Impaired Driving D W I, M (M), at 20301 West Catawba Ave, Cornelius, on 01/28/2012.

Little, Valerie Nicole (W F, 31) Charge of Impaired Driving D W I, M (M), at 8835 Arrowhead Place Ln, Cornelius, on 01/28/2012.

Washington, Michael Dortch (B M, 17) Charge of Larceny Misdemeanor, M (M), at 19724 Meridian St, Cornelius, on 01/29/2012.

Hamilton, Angie Lisa (B F, 50) Citation of Failure To Reduce Speed, at 30231 S I-77 Hwy/west Catawba Ave, Cornelius, on 01/23/2012.

Rogers, Trudy Ann (W F, 32) Citation of Driving While License Revoked, at West Catawba Ave/vineyard Point Ln, Cornelius, on 01/23/2012.

Dellinger, Devin Bain (W M, 26) Citation of Reckless Driving To Endanger, at 20399 West Catawba Ave/torrence Chapel Rd, Cornelius, on 01/23/2012.

Brown, Jeffrey Marshall (B M, 43) Citation of Speeding, at 18351 Statesville Rd/westmoreland Rd, Cornelius, on 01/25/2012.

Tellekamp, Karl Johann (W M, 56) Citation of Speeding, at 20011 West Catawba Ave/one Norman Blvd, Cornelius, on 01/25/2012.

Binder, Michael Steven (W M, 49) Citation of Exceeding Posted Speed, at 20321 Sefton Park Rd/liverpool Pky, Cornelius, on 01/25/2012.

Diaztavera, Francisco Javier (H M, 50) Citation of Fail To Wear Seat Belt Driver, at 19699 West Catawba Ave/bethel Church Rd, Cornelius, on 01/25/2012.

Diaztavera, Francisco Javier (H M, 50) Citation of No Operator License, at 19699 West Catawba Ave/bethel Church Rd, Cornelius, on 01/25/2012.

Palillo, Jacob Joseph (W M, 49) Citation of Expired Registration Card/tag, at Jetton Rd/john Connor, Cornelius, on 01/25/2012.

Palillo, Jacob Joseph (W M, 49) Citation of Expired/no Inspection, at 17321 Jetton Rd/john Connor Rd, Cornelius, on 01/25/2012.

Everett, Catherine Elizabeth (W F, 44) Citation of Fail To Stop Steady Red Light, at 9299 Sam Furr Rd/i-77 To Sam Furr Ramp Sb, Huntersville, on 01/25/2012.

Mccarthy, Sheri Anne (W F, 40) Citation of Exceeding Posted Speed, at 17321 Jetton Rd/john Connor Rd, Cornelius, on 01/25/2012.

Yanez, Jorge- Armando H (H M, 32) Citation of No Operator License, at 20311 West Catawba Ave/liverpool Pky, Cornelius, on 01/25/2012.

Allyn, Richard Daniel (W M, 49) Citation of Speeding-excess Of 15 Miles Over, at 27851 N I-77 Hwy/westmoreland Rd, Mecklenburg Cty, on 01/26/2012.

Allyn, Richard Daniel (W M, 49) Citation of Reckless Driving To Endanger, at 27851 N I-77 Hwy/westmoreland Rd, Mecklenburg Cty, on 01/26/2012.

Ciciniello, Brett Joseph (W , 27) Citation of Stop Sign Violation, at 8300 Edinburgh Square Dr/west Catawba Ave, Cornelius, on 01/26/2012.

Hollar, Christopher Joe (W M, 34) Citation of Reckless Driving To Endanger, at 19500 S I-77 Ramp Sb/west Catawba Ave, Cornelius, on 01/26/2012.

Hollar, Christopher Joe (W M, 34) Citation of Driving While License Revoked, at 19500 S I-77 Ramp Sb/west Catawba Ave, Cornelius, on 01/26/2012.

Hollar, Christopher Joe (W M, 34) Citation of Poss. Of Drug Paraphernalia, at 19500 S I-77 Ramp Sb/west Catawba Ave, Cornelius, on 01/26/2012.

Roque-morales, Walter (H M, 24) Citation of Speeding-excess Of 15 Miles Over, at 17999 Jetton Rd/peninsula Club Dr N, Cornelius, on 01/26/2012.

Tarbutton, Robert Edward (W M, 63) Citation of Impaired Driving D W I, at 19709 Old Statesville Rd/washam Potts Rd, Cornelius, on 01/26/2012.

Tarbutton, Robert Edward (W M, 63) Citation of Unsafe Movement/improper Signal, at 10399 Washam Potts Rd/coachman`s Trace, Mecklenburg Cty, on 01/26/2012.

Tarbutton, Robert Edward (W M, 63) Citation of Fail To Wear Seat Belt Driver, at 19709 Old Statesville Rd/washam Potts Rd, Cornelius, on 01/26/2012.

Tarbutton, Robert Edward (W M, 63) Citation of Open Container Of Alcohol In Vehicle, at 19709 Old Statesville Rd/washam Potts Rd, Cornelius, on 01/26/2012.

Mack, Robert Paul (W M, 42) Citation of Exceeding Posted Speed, at  West Catawba Ave/bethell Church Rd, Cornelius, on 01/26/2012.

Santiago, Ortiz Luis (H M, 27) Citation of No Operator License, at  Eastway Dr/the Plaza, Charlotte, on 01/26/2012.

Brown, Daniel Christian (W M, 26) Citation of Expired/no Inspection, at 20199 Knox Rd/torrence Chapel Rd, Cornelius, on 01/26/2012.

Jones, Kimberly Kristin (W F, 30) Citation of Expired Registration Card/tag, at 20655 Catawba Ave/statesville Rd, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Grimes, Helen Carlene P (W F, 53) Citation of Exceeding Posted Speed, at 20011 West Catawba Ave/one Norman Blvd, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Leonhardt, Margaret Carol (W F, 21) Citation of Fail To Wear Seat Belt Driver, at 19649 Knox Rd/harken Dr, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Leonhardt, Margaret Carol (W F, 21) Citation of Speeding-excess Of 15 Miles Over, at 19649 Knox Rd/harken Dr, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Blaney, Patricia Louise (W F, 54) Citation of Exceeding Posted Speed, at 19749 West Catawba Ave/manhatten Pky, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Hughes, Paula Lynnette (W F, 38) Citation of Fail To Wear Seat Belt Driver, at 20011 West Catawba Ave/one Norman Blvd, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Smith, Michael (W M, 59) Citation of Fail To Wear Seat Belt Driver, at 20479 West Catawba Ave/s I-77 Hwy, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Murtland, Lyudmila Ivan (W F, 66) Citation of Speeding-excess Of 15 Miles Over, at 10824 Bailey Rd/starcreek Dr, Mecklenburg Cty, on 01/27/2012.

Penna, James (W M, 50) Citation of Fail To Wear Seat Belt Driver, at 19499 Liverpool Pky/sefton Park Rd, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Hefner, Jason Bennett (W M, 30) Citation of Exceeding Posted Speed, at 11299 Bailey Rd/old Statesville Rd, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Goolsby, Cruser Neil (W M, 43) Citation of Fail To Wear Seat Belt Driver, at 12449 Bailey Rd/bailey Springs Dr, Mecklenburg Cty, on 01/27/2012.

Williams, Meredith Mccune (W F, 39) Citation of Speeding-excess Of 15 Miles Over, at 20105 West Catawba Ave/emporia St, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Swink, Katie Jeanne (W F, 17) Citation of Exceeding Posted Speed, at 11299 Bailey Rd/old Statesville Rd, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Barnett, Ronald Douglas (W M, 53) Citation of Speeding-excess Of 15 Miles Over, at 20011 West Catawba Ave/one Norman Blvd, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Cobb, Paige Elizabeth (W F, 18) Citation of Exceeding Posted Speed, at 20011 West Catawba Ave/one Norman Blvd, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Avallone, Glenn Cameron (W M, 47) Citation of Exceeding Posted Speed, at 10723 Bailey Rd/northline Dr, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Duell, Robert Comfort (W M, 24) Citation of Exceeding Posted Speed, at  Bailey Road/northline Dr, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Duell, Robert Comfort (W M, 24) Citation of No Operator License, at 10723 Bailey Rd/northline Dr, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Frye, Robert Donald (W M, 57) Citation of Impaired Driving D W I, at 20479 West Catawba Ave/s I-77 Hwy, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Frye, Robert Donald (W M, 57) Citation of Speeding, at 20479 West Catawba Ave/s I-77 Hwy, Cornelius, on 01/27/2012.

Soca, Malcos Antonio (H M, 24) Citation of No Operator License, at 4799 Central Ave/rosehaven Dr, Charlotte, on 01/27/2012.

Pemberton, Christian Drennen (B M, 26) Citation of Driving While License Revoked, at Central /rosehaven Dr, Charlotte, on 01/28/2012.

Eustorgio, Perez Vazquez (H M, 26) Citation of No Operator License, at  Central Ave/rosehaven Dr, Charlotte, on 01/28/2012.

Williams, Valencia Marie (B F, 43) Citation of Child Not In Rear Seat, at  Central Ave /rosehaven Dr, Charlotte, on 01/28/2012.

Kulovac, Aldin (W M, 31) Citation of Child Not In Rear Seat, at  Central/rosehaven Dr, Charlotte, on 01/28/2012.

Kulovac, Aldin (W M, 31) Citation of No Operator License, at  Central/rosenhaven Dr, Charlotte, on 01/28/2012.

Whethers, Corey Tavon (B M, 25) Citation of Driving While License Revoked, at Central/rosehaven, Charlotte, on 01/28/2012.

Rodriguez-zuniga, Alma (H F, 25) Citation of No Operator License, at  Central /rosehaven, Charlotte, on 01/28/2012.

Little, Valerie Nicole (W F, 31) Citation of Impaired Driving D W I, at 18199 West Catawba Ave/westmoreland Rd, Cornelius, on 01/28/2012.

Little, Valerie Nicole (W F, 31) Citation of Transport Fortified Wine Or Spirituous Liquor In The Passeng, at 18199 West Catawba Ave/westmoreland Rd, Cornelius, on 01/28/2012.

Koch, Walsh Baylor (W M, 18) Citation of Fail To Wear Seat Belt Driver, at 10824 Bailey Rd/starcreek Dr, Mecklenburg Cty, on 01/28/2012.

Bates, John Patrick (W M, 18) Citation of Speeding-excess Of 15 Miles Over, at 20655 Catawba Ave/statesville Rd, Cornelius, on 01/28/2012.

Barnes, Ricky Malcolm (W M, 40) Citation of No Operator License, at 18799 Jetton Rd/stableford Ln, Cornelius, on 01/28/2012.

Accidents

On 01/23/2012 at 0750, an accident occurred on I-77 at CATAWBA AVE. Accident involving: Angie Lisa Hamilton, Peter Christopher Jadelis, Adam Bartholomew Motsinger

On 01/23/2012 at 0721, an accident occurred on WEST CATAWBA AVE at  DUNMORE DR. Accident involving: Joseph Anothny Russo, Brenda Huffman Ward

On 01/24/2012 at 0817, an accident occurred on N MAIN ST at PECAN ST. Accident  involving: Christopher William Langer, Denise Good Julian

On 01/24/2012 at 1828, an accident occurred on S MAIN ST at WASHAM POTTS  RD. Accident involving: Christopher Llewelyn Spach

On 01/25/2012 at 1352, an accident occurred on JETTON RD at WEST CATAWBA  AVE. Accident involving: Joseph Skuba, Kathleen Bushnell Taylor

On 01/27/2012 at 1450, an accident occurred on STATESVILLE RD at BAILEY RD.  Accident involving: Carson Rose Kain, Ofecia Jorge Sandoval

On 01/27/2012 at 0824, an accident occurred on 20500 TORRENCE CHAPEL RD PVA at TORRENCE CHAPEL RD. Accident involving: Tryong Son-minh Ngo, Jan Davidson Noone

On 01/29/2012 at 0447, an accident occurred on I-77 NB OFF RAMP at I-77 NB.  Accident involving: Shannon Kristina Beasley

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Area Events

Concerts at Bailey Road Park

Cornelius Parks and Recreation will kick off its Concerts in the Park Series May 19 with an "80's Night in the Park" at Bailey Road Park. Guests are encouraged to dress in bell bottoms and big hair for a performance by Joystick. The event is free and the entire family is invited. The Charlotte Symphony Orchestra will perform June 30. There will be a Beach Bash in the Park July 28 and Country in the Park August 18. Bruster's Ice Cream and Nathan's Hot Dog will provide concessions for the events. Parking and admission are free.

Small Business Week

In recognition of “Small Business Week,” the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce has planned a week-long series of events, seminars, and activities May 21-25.

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Coffee with Commissioner

Cornelius Town Commissioner John Bradford will hold office hours Monday, May 21 at 9:30 a.m at the Acropolis Restaurant. Open to all Cornelius residents. Mayor Jeff Tarte and Town Manager Anthony Roberts will attend.

Global Cafe at library

The Cornelius Branch of the Charlotte Mecklenburg Library will host the Global Cafe on Fridays in May, at 10 a.m. The series teaches America's history and culture and improves English skills. Note: Cornelius Branch will also be closed May 28. Info: www.cmlibrary.org

New Corporations

New corporations May 2012

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Home Sales

Recent Home Sales

Login to access residential transactions through Mar. 30 in Cornelius, Davidson and Huntersville recorded by the Mecklenburg Register of Deeds.

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Cornelius Cooks

May 2012

Here’s the wild game rub: Savory addition for grilling

TRAVIS

On the Cornelius Town Board, Chuck Travis is known for his dry sense of humor, keen sense of aesthetics — he’s one of the architects behind Birkdale Village — and his talents behind the grill.

“If I’m cooking there is usually a grill involved,” says Travis, whose wife Janice may intoduce herself as “Mrs. Commish.”

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Cornelius Non-Profits

May 2012

Davidson-Cornelius Child Development Center

The Davidson-Cornelius Child Development Center was established in 1969

The Davidson-Cornelius Child Development Center’s annual breakfast fundraiser draws around 150 guests who support safe, affordable childcare in a community-based setting.

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