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VLN photo contest captures beauty of Lake Norman
Nov. 2. We do live in a beautiful area, just take a look at the three winners of the Visit Lake Norman (VLN) “Capture Lake Norman” photo contest. Jeremy Wallace won first place with his aerial sunset photo. Dion White landed second place for his crane photo at Lake Norman State Park. Third place winner […]
Duke asks for water conservation as ‘low inflow protocol’ begins
Nov. 1. By Dave Yochum. Duke Energy says drought conditions have made it necessary to enter Stage 1 of “Low Inflow Protocol” (LIP) in the Catawba-Wateree River Basin, which includes Lake Norman and Mountain Island Lake. As of today, Lake Norman is 2.4 feet below target level and .6 above minimum. As dry weather conditions […]
CYO Philharmonic premiers alongside brass ensembles
Nov. 1. The Cornelius Youth Orchestra Philharmonic premier was held at the Charles Mack Citizen Center in Mooresville on Monday, along with Brass Ensemble and Junior Brass Ensemble programs. Under the guidance of directors Jen Bassett and Andrew Fierova, the concert program blended traditional pieces and contemporary compositions. The Brass Ensemble and Junior Brass Ensemble […]
Here’s what should be on your radar for November fun and holiday activities
Nov. 1 Brooke M. Bauer, Ph.D.: Becoming Catawba: Catawba Indian Women and Nation-building, 1540-1840 7:30 – pm | Nov. 1. Talk and book reading. Sloan Music Center Tyler-Tallman Recital Hall , Davidson College. Friday, Nov. 3 Chatham County Line 8 pm | Nov. 3. For over two decades, Chatham County Line has embraced a heart-worn […]
Sheep Dog Trials and Festival this weekend
Oct. 31. The Sheepdog Trials and Dog Festival returns to Historic Rural Hill Nov. 4-5. The annual event showcases the incredible skill and intelligence of sheepdogs as they compete in a variety of challenges. In addition to pet vendors, food and drink vendors and dog adoptions, the Sheepdog Trials feature a series of competitive events […]
Early Voting continues through Saturday
Oct. 31. by Dave Yochum. Almost a week out from Election Day, Early Voting at Town Hall increased yesterday: Monday totals/Grand total —Cornelius Town Hall 265/1157 —Davidson Town Hall 75/287 —Library/Huntersville 332/1513 The Cornelius total of 1,157 voters is well ahead of the five-day tally two years ago, during which time Cornelius Town Hall drew […]
Halloween chill in the air
Oct. 31. Look for temps today to be 30 degrees below yesterday, plus there’s a freeze warning tonight, but don’t worry too much about rain. Tuesday/Halloween: 40% chance of rain, mainly before 3 pm. High around 52; nearer 40 during trick-or-treat time Wednesday: Sunny, high near 51. Wind gusts as high as 23 mph. Night-time […]
Boutique, silent auction Nov. 3 benefit preschool
Oct. 31. The Cornelius Early Scholar’s Benefit Boutique, featuring jewelry, accessories and decor, will be held 1 pm to 7 pm this Friday in the fellowship hall of First Baptist Church of Cornelius, 21007 Catawba Ave. All proceeds benefit Cornelius Early Scholars preschool.
Trey Calloway, a North Meck High grad, lands another Josie Music Award
Oct. 30. Country singer-songwriter Trey Calloway, who grew up on Danesway Lane in Cornelius, won the Josie Music Award for Modern Country Song of the Year for “Worth A Shot.” The 2010 North Mecklenburgh High School grad was also nominated for Modern Country Male Artist of the Year, Modern Country Male Vocalist of the Year, […]
Last full week of county-wide Early Voting; four-day totals
County-wide Early Voting at 19 locations. Oct. 30. By Dave Yochum. After four days of Early Voting, 892 people have come through Cornelius Town Hall to cast their ballots. Seventy-five voted yesterday, down from 345 on Thursday, the first day of Early Voting. Registered voters anywhere in the county can vote at any one of […]
