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Peninsula Community Foundation gala raised $175K for charities
Dec. 4. The Peninsula Community Foundation raised over $175,000 at the 2023 Denim, Diamonds and Dancing Gala held at The Peninsula Club in November, bringing total donations to $376,000. “We are so grateful to our community, particularly to those who gave from their hearts at the gala, to bring us past our goal,” said George […]
Mayor, commissioners will be sworn in tonight
Dec. 4. By Dave Yochum. The local election process will draw to a close five months after it began when five commissioners and the mayor are sworn in at the Town Board meeting tonight. Starting with the mayor: Woody Washam; his wife Sharon will hold the Bible for his fourth swearing in as mayor. Mayor […]
Tommy’s Appliance Tips: Steps to take to protect appliances when it’s cold
Dec. 4. Cornelius resident Tommy Walker had more than 50 years experience in appliance repair and operated Tommy’s Appliance Service until retiring a few years ago. Tommy will offers his advice for various appliances monthly. Well, winter has come, and a lot of people have a second refrigerator in the garage. One thing to keep […]
Weekly calendar Dec. 4-10: Menorah Lighting, LKN Orchestra at Cain Center and more
Calendar Sponsors Wednesday, Dec. 6 Stocks for Tots 6:30-8:30 pm |Dec. 6. Join the stars of auto racing at the 25th annual Stocks for Tots. This fun and fundraising event is your chance to mingle with motorsport greats, get autographs, and make a difference in the lives of children. Net proceeds benefit local child abuse […]
Weekend Weather
Dec. 1. If you’ve seen the lake lately—it’s nearly two feet below target level—you know we need the rain, but off and on showers are on the way. Friday: Cloudy, high near 53. Chance of precipitation is 60%. Saturday: Showers, mainly after 10 am. High near 63. Chance of precipitation is 90%. Sunday: Showers likely, […]
Roundabouts on Hwy. 21 will be completed in Winter 2027
Dec. 1. By Dave Vieser. Work will finally begin inMarch on two new roundabouts at the Catawba Avenue/Hwy. 21 intersection just east of I-77. The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) has awarded a $14.6 million contract to the Caton Construction Group of Charlottesville, Va. to perform the work. When the traffic circles are completed, […]
Christmas in Davidson continues tonight and tomorrow, N. Meck Holiday Parade is Saturday
Dec. 1. There are two more nights for Christmas in Davidson, one of the most popular holiday events in Lake Norman. It runs from 6 pm to 9 pm tonight and Saturday. There are holiday light shows, roving entertainers, a live nativity and live music, not to mention shopping in all the stores. Sadly enough, […]
What’s happening in December and beyond
Friday, Dec. 1 – Saturday, Dec. 2 Christmas in Davidson 6-9 pm | Nov. 20-Dec. 2. Guests can expect to enjoy a Holiday light show, roving entertainment, live nativity scene, bubble snowflakes, gifts from the artisan village, a children’s craft area and more. Downtown Davidson. Friday, Dec.1 Cornelius Youth Orchestras 7:30 pm | Dec. 1. […]
Police blotter: Nov. 15-28
As reported by the Cornelius Police Dept. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 231116037 Larceny Vehicle 20615 Sterling Bay Ln W 11:25:16 11/16/23 ASN Bamford, Chelsea 231116100 B&E Residential 20209 Railroad St 22:01:09 11/16/23 ASN Daye, Karl 231120019 B&E Vehicle 17036 Kenton Dr 06:20:52 11/20/23 ASN Conley, Lashay 231120019 B&E Vehicle 17036 Kenton […]
Washam looks to the future as fourth term begins Monday
Nov. 30. By Dave Yochum. Woody Washam says he is “excited and very optimistic” about his upcoming fourth term as mayor which officially begins at his swearing-in ceremony Monday, Dec. 4 at Town Hall. Also being sworn in: Two incumbents and three newcomers to the Town Board. “I plan to renew and enhance our efforts […]
