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Registration open the 20th Annual Run For Green
July 1. This is a huge year for Run for Green, Davidson Land Conservancy’s only fundraiser, starting at the Davidson Village Green in September. It’s the 20th running of the race on Sept. 27 and early registration earns you $10 off. There are a few changes. One big one: a large roundabout is being installed […]
Find something to do in July
Tuesday, July 1 60th Anniversary Gala 6-9 pm | July 1. Celebrating a Davidson Community Players’ milestone with performances, memories, dinner and auction. Cocktail attire; $150 per person. Duke Family Performance Hall, 207 Faculty Dr., Davidson. Garden Explorer Days – Mad Science Day 9 am – 3 pm | July 1. Campers will become mad […]
Davidson is in the plastic-free challenge in July
June 30. Davidson leaders encourage community participation in the Plastic Free Challenge during July. This effort embraces the spirit of the Plastic-Free July global social movement striving to end plastic pollution. Background The goal is to raise awareness and mobilize the community, residents, town staff and local businesses to make decisive action in reducing plastic waste […]
ElectriCities to remove payment drop box from town hall
June 30. The ElectriCities payment drop boxes at Cornelius Town Hall and Huntersville Town Hall will be removed due to low use by customers. Here’s how ElectriCities customers can still pay their monthly bill in a variety of ways. To Pay In-Person: Visit the ElectriCities office located at 11316 Sam Furr Road, Monday through Friday […]
Weekly calendar June 30- July 6: Gala, music and more
Tuesday, July 1 60th Anniversary Gala 6-9 pm | July 1. Celebrating a Davidson Community Players’ milestone with performances, memories, dinner and auction. Cocktail attire; $150 per person. Duke Family Performance Hall, 207 Faculty Dr., Davidson. Garden Explorer Days – Mad Science Day 9 am – 3 pm | July 1. Campers will become mad […]
US Rep. Adams, a Democrat, commends Sen. Tillis for his service to country
June 30. With all eyes turned to who might replace US Sen. Thom Tillis in the Republican primary in 2026, a top Democrat took time to praise the former NC Speaker of the House on Sunday. Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) said she wanted to “commend Sen. Thom Tillis for his courage and commitment […]
Strong bipartisan support highlighted approval of transit tax referendum
June 27. House Bill 948 — a proposal to allow a 1-cent countywide tax referendum to address transportation needs — has rolled through both chambers of the North Carolina General Assembly and will go to the governor for his signature. If approved by voters, the one-cent tax would fund a mix of transportation improvements, including […]
New marine commission takes effect July 1
June 27. A new nine-member Lake Norman Marine Commission, with commissioners from Lincoln, Catawba, Mecklenburg and Iredell counties, is expected to provide coordinated governance for Lake Norman regarding public recreation, water quality and safety. The reconstituted commission will actively engage with Duke Energy, Charlotte Water, first responders, environmental experts, community members and many other stakeholder […]
Cool off: Chimney Rock State Park reopens today
June 27. Chimney Rock State Park is reopening this afternoon exactly nine months after Hurricane Helene swept through the region. The first reservations begin at 2:30 pm. (Gates will be closed prior to 2:30 pm.) Regular hours of 8:30 to 4:30 will resume June 28. The only open route into Chimney Rock is NC 9 […]
EarthTalk: What is Pollinator Month?
What is Pollinator Month all about and how can I participate? —E.T., via email June 27. Every June, people around the world celebrate Pollinator Month. It’s a time to recognize the huge role that bees, butterflies, birds, bats and others play in keeping our environment and food systems going. A big part of that is […]
