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Festivities this week open Bailey tennis courts
Oct. 21. The Cornelius Parks and Recreation Department will host a series of events this week to celebrate the official opening of 12 new lighted tennis courts at the Bailey Road Park court complex. Together, the tennis courts and 10 lighted pickleball courts make Bailey Road Park one of the largest public collections of courts […]
Election 2025: School board candidate priorities
Oct. 21. We reached out to the candidates for the Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools District 1, which represents residents of Cornelius, Davidson, Huntersville and north Charlotte, and asked: If elected, what are your three main priorities? Melissa Easley (incumbent) Teacher recruitment, retention and respect. Every child deserves a great teacher, and we can’t have strong schools […]
Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville celebrates 15 years
Oct. 21. Discovery Place Kids in Huntersville is kicking off a week of festivities to celebrate its 15th anniversary, including special birthday activities on Oct. 23. From Oct. 21–26, Discovery Place Kids will feature a DIY slime bar where children can create their own slime with mix-ins to take home. The museum will also host […]
Election 2025: Learn more about the candidates and tax referendum
Looking for more background on the candidates and issues pertaining to the 2025 Election, as well as sample ballots, polling locations and more? Cornelius Today has you covered. On Election Day our website will have final results and regular updates throughout the day. How to vote Polls are open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. […]
Golf carts, updated personnel policy on agenda for town board meeting
Oct. 20. By Dave Vieser. The highlight of Monday evening’s Cornelius Town Board meeting will be consideration of numerous changes to the town’s personnel policy, which was originally adopted in December 1999. The personnel policy serves as a guiding document to ensure consistency in employment practices, provide direction to employees and set standards that impact […]
Weekly calendar: Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, Fleetwood Mac tribute band
Oct. 20. Here’s a look at some exciting things happening this week around Lake Norman. Check event links for any last-minute updates or changes. Tuesday, Oct. 21 Be Well Birkdale 6-7 pm | Oct. 21. Find your zen during weekly fitness classes from local instructors including Yoga Six and Pure Barre. Attendees check in through […]
Town commissioner candidates talk campaign issues
Oct. 20. With six candidates vying for five seats on the town board of commissioners, we reached out to them and asked about priorities for their upcoming terms if elected. Q1 | What is your stance on evaluating private and commercial real estate development requests, and what actions do you plan to address roads and […]
Weather: Perfect week to patch that tall fescue
Oct. 20. We finally got some much-needed rain on Sunday, but not enough to make up for the dry stretch we’re in. When you’re middle-aged, you look at temperatures like this and think, “Now that’s some great grass-growing weather.” Today: Sunny, with a high near 69. West northwest wind around 6 mph. Tonight clear, with […]
Huskies football remains undefeated with win over South Meck
Oct. 18. By Ryan Moxon. Hough came out of the locker room following a slow start Friday night against South Meck and put 21 points on the board en route to a 42-10 drubbing. The Huskies silenced Sabres senior running back Quinn Rucker, who was averaging 106 yards rushing and another 46 yards receiving going […]
Weekend weather: Carolina blue skies (sorry Duke fans)
Oct. 17. The leaves in the mountains are peaking at higher elevations, with vibrant colors now creeping into the hills below. Comfortable temperatures and calm winds make it perfect for a day on the lake. Get outside and enjoy the fall weather. Today: Sunny, with a high near 71. Calm wind. Tonight mostly cloudy, with […]
