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Point in Time snapshot: More than 2,400 homeless county-wide
June 9. As of April 30, 2025, there were 2,415 men, women, and children experiencing homelessness in Charlotte-Mecklenburg, according to Mecklenburg County’s One Number benchmark. Among the homeless residents are those surveyed during the annual Point in Time Count, conducted Jan. 22. The results, released this month, show that the number of unsheltered homeless in the […]
Weekly Calendar June 9-15: Markets, music and movies
Wednesday, June 11 North Meck Farmers Market 9 am to noon | Wednesdays through Sept. 24. Fresh, local vegetables, meats, baked goods and more. In partnership with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Food Policy Council. Behind Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Ave., Cornelius. Thursday, June 12 Ladies Night Out 5-8 pm | June 12. Join the strolling shopping […]
Affordable housing agency will become part of Ada Jenkins
June 9. Community Link in Charlotte, a non-profit that has helped clients obtain affordable housing, will become part of the Ada Jenkins Center. Community Link will discontinue operations as an independent non-profit June 20, and resume by late summer under the new structure at AJC in Davidson. “These proven programs from Community Link have helped […]
5% rate increase for ElectriCities customers
June 9. While the Cornelius tax rate will likely remain the same next year under the proposed budget, there will be a 5 percent rate hike for the 4,000 customers of ElectriCities. The Cornelius Town Board is the governing board of the town’s electric utility. Each year, when the town adopts its general fund budget, […]
EarthTalk: Who profits the most from global warming?
Dear EarthTalk: Which companies and industry sectors stand to profit the most from global warming? —Jerry M., Largo, FL June 6. According to a report by Swiss Re, a global insurance provider, climate change could erode a total of $23 trillion of global gross domestic product by 2050. But while global warming is a crisis […]
Weekend Weather: Hot ‘n’ humid
June 6. Summer is still officially two weeks away, but we’re in for summer-like heat and humidity this weekend. Saturday looks hottest, with a 90 degree day in store. Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 88. Slight chance of showers and T-storms. Saturday: Mostly sunny, high 89-90. Late afternoon T-storms possible. Sunday: Partly sunny, high 86-87. […]
New building proposal comes before Planning Board Monday
June 6. By Dave Vieser. The Cornelius Planning Board will conduct a public hearing on Monday June 9, regarding a six-story condominium/mixed use building proposed for the northwest corner of Jetton Road extension and Bethel Church. The meeting will begin at 6:30 pm in Town Hall on Catawba Avenue. The town planning staff has recommended […]
Cornelius Early Scholars wraps up biggest year as 11 graduate
June 6. Cornelius Early Scholars, a nonprofit, scholarship Christian preschool, graduated 11 children yesterday, nearly double its inaugural 2024 graduating class. The preschool, which meets at First Baptist Church on Catawba Avenue, was created in 2022 to serve low-income families in Cornelius and the surrounding towns by providing full scholarships for any family at or […]
Weekender June 6-8: Music, markets and more
Friday, June 6 Rock the Park 6:30 pm | June 6. Known for their blend of roots reggae infused with R&B, jazz funk and soca, Crucial Fiya delivers performances that resonate with both traditional reggae enthusiasts and new listeners alike. Seating is first-come, first-served. Outside food and beverages are permitted with the exception of alcohol. […]
Police Blotter: May 28-June 3
As reported by the Cornelius Police Dept. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 250528025 Fraud 19430 W Catawba Av 07:36:22 05/28/25 CLO Michelle Campbell 250528053 Larceny 19900 W Catawba Av 11:57:32 05/28/25 ASN MyEyeDr 250529050 Comm Threats 19608 Liverpool Pkwy 10:53:00 05/29/25 ASN Dawn Raddman 250529088 Harass Person 19100 W Catawba Av 18:40:00 […]
