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Candidates set for state house and senate elections
Dec. 19. Elections for both houses of the North Carolina General Assembly will feature competitive races next year. The candidate filing window closed at noon today. The two-person race for the N.C. House in District 98 includes incumbent Democrat Beth Helfrich of Davidson and Republican John Rhodes of Cornelius. Helfrich is serving her first term […]
Former Hough student dies in plane crash
Dec. 19. Jack Dutton, a recent graduate of Hough High School, was among seven people who perished Thursday in a plane crash in Statesville. His father, Dennis Dutton — a career pilot and Lake Norman resident — was also killed. The other victims were NASCAR team owner Greg Biffle; his wife, Cristina; their 5-year-old son, […]
Cornelius 101 will teach residents about town government
Dec. 19. The Town of Cornelius is launching a seven-week program called Cornelius 101 designed to educate residents about town operations. The interactive program will include hands-on learning opportunities and discussions with representatives from each town department, including planning, parks and recreation, public works, and police and fire. “Participants can expect to gain a deeper […]
Weekend weather: Sunny weekend in the forecast
Dec. 19. It looks like a great weekend to load in the car and drive around town to check out the best Christmas lights in Cornelius. Don’t forget to cast your vote for the winners. Today: Sunny, with a high near 56. West wind 10 to 16 mph, with gusts as high as 31 mph. […]
7th annual Christmas boat parade set for Saturday
Dec. 19. The 7th annual Lake Norman Lighted Christmas Boat Parade returns this Saturday, Dec. 20, for what has become a unique tradition each holiday season and am opportunity to benefit children in need. The parade takes off from Blythe Landing and travels to Ramsey Creek Park, the Peninsula Yacht Club and concludes at the […]
Weekender: Brooke Lee returns home
Dec. 18. Here’s a look at some exciting things happening this weekend around Lake Norman. Check event links for any last-minute updates or changes. Thursday, Dec. 18 Sea Glass Trees & Gnomes 2-7 pm | Dec. 18. Stop in and create a super cute holiday tree that can sit out all year. Patch’s Playhouse, Denver. […]
Police Blotter: Dec. 3-9
As reported by the Cornelius Police Department. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition 251203034 Larceny 19215 Chandlers Landing Dr 10:44:00 12/03/25 ASN 251203065 Larceny 18225 Capstan Greens Rd 17:13:00 12/03/25 ASN 251204047 Larceny 20605 Torrence Chapel Rd 14:52:39 12/04/25 ASN 251205055 Fraud 9624 Bailey Rd 15:17:43 12/05/25 ASN 251206056 B&E Residential 9022 Glenashley Dr […]
Meck County host’s inaugural MPTA meeting tonight
Dec. 18. Tonight marks the first meeting of the newly created Metropolitan Public Transportation Authority, formed following voter approval of a sales tax increase to help fund transportation projects. The meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. at the Valerie Woodard Conference Center, 3205 Freedom Drive, in Charlotte. The new total sales tax rate of 8.5% […]
LC Styled: Elevate your festive wardrobe
Dec. 18. By Laura Cinotti. For me, the holidays are an official season marked on my calendar. Maybe it’s all the sparkle, the lights, the decorations, or holiday parties, but if I’m being truly honest, for me it’s the fashion. Shh, don’t tell anyone. I love any and all excuses to dress up. In fact, […]
Vote now for the best Christmas decor in town
Dec. 17. The finalists in the town’s annual Deck the House decorating contest are set, and voting is now underway through Dec. 21. There are 11 challengers across two categories: Traditional and Griswold. The Traditional category features what the town describes as a “normal amount of lights,” while the Griswold category is geared toward a […]
