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Tarte campaign launch Feb. 15

TARTE

Mayor Jeff Tarte will officially launch his campaign for NC Senate District 41 10 am Feb. 15 am in front of the Veterans Monument at Rotary Plaza, adjacent to Town Hall.


Miles Avery Autism Awareness Classic

Members of the Lake Norman YMCA Y-Angels gymnastics team competed in Asheville at the "Miles Avery Autism Awareness Classic." Level 7 team members won second place as a team. Pictured are, left to right, Cassie Shue, 11; Emma Yeakley, 12; and Nicole Yeakley, 12. Their coach is Michelle Ingham.

Police Report 

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

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Cornelius Elementary news

Feb. 3 - Cougar Paw Program: Energized Guys-The Blue Flame in the gym, 9 a.m. grades K-2, 9:40 a.m. grades 3-5

Feb. 4 - Father-Daughter Dance, 6-8 p.m., cafeteria

Feb. 7 - Cyberkids Robotics Teams in cafeteria, 5:30 p.m.

Week of Feb. 13 - School Spirit Week

Feb. 28 - PTO Cornelius Elementary Chick-fil-A Family Night, 5-9 p.m.

March 1 - PTO meeting with 2nd and 3rd grades' spring performance


Bentley running for 4th term

Jan. 25 Karen Bentley, District 1 rep on the County Board, will run again.

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Straight talk from new Lake Norman Chamber chair

Jan. 24 John Bradford, the owner of Park Avenue Properties in Cornelius, has been named business person of the year by the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce.

VIDEO: Salzman Speaks Out

Bradford, who is also a member of the town board in Cornelius, received the award at the chamber’s annual dinner last week. Matthew Hayes, principal at North Mecklenburg High School, received the Duke Energy Citizenship and Service Award , while David F. Peete, the principal planner for Huntersville, was named volunteer of the Year.

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Police: Violent crimes

Cornelius Police have arrested Vigi Marcus Stinson and charged him with assault to inflict serious bodily injury after a particularly violent domestic dispute at the Cornelius Garden Apartments at 19516 Smith Circle.  The suspect is currently at the Mecklenburg County Jail and being held on a $75,000 bond. Both the suspect and the victim were transported to the hospital for injuries.


Police Report

Arrests, citations and accidents Jan. 17-22,2012, reported by the Cornelius Police Department.

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Blog: Everyday Champagne

ABBEY WADE

Check the Blog Often - New Articles, Recipes and Shopping Lists Posted Throughout The Week!


Best Nest

Home Décor: Best Nest Feb. 2012

Storage with Style

McNEILIS

Storage is no longer limited to closets and steel filing cabinets. Designers have teamed up to invent creative storage solutions that look great while remaining functional.

Storage ottomans, for example, come in all sorts of sizes, shapes, and colors. A large ottoman can replace the traditional cocktail table for you to kick up your feet
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Senior News

Senior News Feb. 2012

JOY

JOANNE AHERN
Seniors Columnist

Joanne shares with us that Joy isn’t it a feeling that is dependent on your circumstances, but something that we can stand and depend on.

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Your Truth?

“When we discover that the truth is already in us, we are all at once our original selves.”
— Dogen (Buddhist/Philosopher)

BY MARSHA COOK

How beautiful, simple and elegant a question. Is it one you can answer? Will you take this query and in moments of quiet contemplation seek the answer? What is your truth? What does that mean?

Some of the definitions listed on dictionary.com for truth are: the actual state of a matter; conformity with fact; ideal reality transcending perceived experience. I especially like the last one — “transcending perceived experience.” Mankind is fond of believing that what he/she thinks is the absolute truth. Think about the way the word is used in a Court of Law when a person is sworn in — they promise to tell the “truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth.” Truth is unique to each individual. Are there shades of truth? Is it a black and white, either/or deal?

Truth is sacred. Your truth lives deep inside you. You knew what your truth was at the moment of your birth. It is written on the parchment of your soul. The question is have you been so clobbered by life experiences that you have bought into someone else's idea of truth? What do you know for sure? One must dig deep for the answers.

Let's look at what your truth is not. It is not in the facts that society has deemed real or certain. It is not in the words of a text book. And your truth cannot be delivered to you by another. Not by their words, actions or insistence. What is it then? It is the knowledge you carry in your core. That which you knew at the moment of your birth; that which is written on your soul will provide the answers you seek. How does one tap into this source within?

Begin by setting an intention. Decide that you will take this journey of discovery, wherever it may lead, whatever changes it requires. Living your truth is not always easily accepted by the people in your life; people who have often done their very best to shape your thoughts and actions in their own image.  Whether done out of love or otherwise, those who guide early life will teach what they know.

What steps should be taken? Step 1 involves promising yourself that you will open your heart and mind to the messages contained within. In order to do that, you need to be willing to shed the cloak of knowing that you have been wrapped in for most of your life. Moving on to Step 2, become aware of the behaviors and actions you perform that are not true to the inner you. In order to let go of something, you need to recognize and acknowledge what it is. You may wish to start a journal and record things as they rise to the surface. This will help you clarify the deeds and manners that do not suit you, the things you need to let go of, to change. Step 3, create the time and space for meditation or quiet reflection whereby you are open to the energies of the Universe. Practice the breathing that calms the chatter in your mind; develop the ability to turn off the ever-playing tape in your head.  When the chatter stops your inner voice will be heard. To find your truth you must practice self-trust. Ask the Universe, your guardian angels and whoever else guides and protects you to join you on this journey.

This is quite a bit to digest. Be kind to yourself as you begin to examine your life and the many choices you have made and are making. A word of wisdom — rather than allow judgment to join you, become an observer. Your journal will be a great aid as you undertake this journey.

The next Silver Threads will focus on Core Beliefs, another aspect of your truth.

Marsha is a master’s graduate of The Clayton College of Natural Healt and a certified personal trainer. Contact Marsha at info@marshagcook.com

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Area Events

Tillis speaks Feb. 13

N.C. Speaker of the House Thom Tillis will be the keynote speaker at the North Mecklenburg Republican Women’s dinner meeting Feb. 13 at NorthStone Club in Huntersville. Men and women are invited. Tillis will give an update on legislation impacting North Carolinians including Voter I.D., redistricting, the Racial Justice Act, the Defense of Marriage Amendment. Info, reservations: nomeckrw@gmail.com. The cost of admission is $20 cash or check, payable at the door. Registration begins at 6 p.m.; buffet, 6:30.


'Ping Pong Ball' Feb. 11

The Hough High School “Ping Pong Ball” Feb. 11 will benefit Special Olympics of Mecklenburg County. The ping pong tournament will be played under neon black lights in the gym.  Coinciding with the tournament will be a "Through the Eras" dance with music ranging from 1970s disco to recent hits.  The event is open to all area high school students, faculty and parents as well as all Special Olympics NC athletes and family in the area. Dance admission is $5. Refreshments will be available for purchase and event T-shirts will be sold for $12.  A few slots remain for those interested in competing in the ping pong tournament. More info: Johnny Piedmonte at 704-287-2750. All proceeds of the event will benefit Special Olympics Mecklenburg County.


Taste of Art

On March 22 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., the Community Arts Project hosts its fifth annual Taste of Art fundraising party and art auction at The Fresh Market, 20623 Torrence Chapel Road. A silent auction and raffle will include art and other interesting items. Hors d'oeuvres and wine tastings provided. T ickets are $30 each; call 704-896-8823. Details:

www.thecommunityartsproject.org

 


Summer Camp Crawl

On March 3 from 9 a.m. to noon, the Community Arts Project and PARC offer a free lineup of summer art camps for children ages 4-12, with more than 40 different themes. Kids ages 10-16 can choose from art and ceramic themes. Registration for summer camps will be available; discounts offered. Details: www.corneliuspr.org  


 

Chamber funds Habitat build

The Lake Norman Chamber is teaming up with area businesses to fund and build a new home for a deserving family in Cornelius.  Help celebrate with the sponsors 8 am, Feb. 21 at Our Towns Habitat, 20310 N. Main St., Cornelius. More info: tcox@ourtownshabitat.org


Obituaries

Brynda Williams Moore, 70

Marjorie Beaumont Smith, 75

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New Corporations

New corporations Feb. 2012

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Home Sales

Recent Home Sales

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Cornelius Cooks

February 2012

This recipe was awarded by her boss as an incentive

MICHALSKI

Noell Michalski likes to cook to relax.

Michalski is the owner of Burgundy Moon Spa & Winehouse in Jetton Village, and recently expanded to a larger building and added an Art of Living Fitness (Mind/Body) & Boutique Craft Studio.

Among her passions is tasting and learning about wines from around the world.  She is planning a trip to Italy later this year to help in her exploration of the Italian wine market.

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Cornelius Non-Profits

Cornelius Non-Profits Feb. 2012

Lake Norman Lucky Cats

JENNINGS

The Lake Norman Lucky Cats program is a 501(c)3 non-profit that was started out of necessity. Back in the 1990s Lucky Cats founder Abigail Jennings became aware of a colony of 19 feral cats in the woods behind the then-new Lake Norman Realty building on West Catawba Avenue.

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