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Clean-up after brisk storm Thursday night
[Updated] Sept. 8. By Dave Vieser. A powerful thunderstorm ripped through town around 7 pm Thursday, downing tree limbs and causing havoc with town roads. The storm, which swept into the Lake Norman area from the southwest, was never properly forecast by area weather experts, and no severe notifications were broadcast. The storm seemed to […]
Design contract for Smithville includes extending S. Hill St.
Sept. 7. By Dave Vieser. The Cornelius Town Board unanimously approved a $165,000 contract with Dewberry Engineers to design several infrastructure improvements in the Smithville community. They’re part of the multimillion-dollar Smithville Revitalization Plan which includes $3 million from the town and $3 million from Mecklenburg County. The design process should take between eight to […]
Gov. Cooper steps in the Disney/Charter Spectrum dispute, arguing for sports fans
Sept. 7. By Dave Yochum. Gov. Roy Cooper has sent a letter to Walt Disney Co. and Charter Spectrum Communications urging them to come to an agreement even as more cable customers nationwide consider cutting the cord. “North Carolinians are passionate about college sports and it’s a severe blow to have the rug pulled out […]
Weekender Sept. 7-10: Greek festival, music, comedy and more
Calendar Sponsors Thursday, Sept. 7 Too Much Sylvia 6:30 pm – 9 pm |Sept. 7. Carolina beach music. LangTree Lake Norman, 401 Langtree Rd., Mooresville. Friday, Sept. 8 2nd Friday Street Festival Series 6-10 pm | Sept. 8. Roots, Rhythm & Brews. Live music, food and beer trucks, kids zone, vendors. Oak Street Mill, 19725 […]
Comment on new master plan Oct. 5, Nov. 2
Sept. 7. Town leaders are holding meetings to seek input on park and greenway needs. A new comprehensive Parks and Greenways Master Plan will identify current and emerging needs and allow the town to refine and develop its parks and greenways to help meet those needs over the next several years. Cornelius residents are invited […]
ASC public art call to artists: Learn about the firehouse project tonight
Sept. 7. The Arts and Science Council will hold a virtual pre-submittal meeting for a project at the Charlotte Firehouse No. 11. Professional artists living in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Georgia and Tennessee are eligible to submit proposals by the Friday, Sept. 29 deadline. Firehouse No. 11, located at 628 West 28th St., was […]
Tommy’s appliance tips: Microwaves
Sept. 7. 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 offer the community his advice for various appliances monthly. Microwave ovens sure cut down on cooking time. They’ve come a long ways and meals can be prepared […]
New scholarship Christian preschool opens its doors
Sept. 6. Cornelius Early Scholars, a nonprofit scholarship Christian preschool, opened the doors to the first 15 students on Tuesday, Sept. 5. The mission of the Christian preschool is to ensure every child receives a quality education in a nurturing and safe environment. Rev. David Judge is the chairman and co-founder along with board members […]
Mill’s Market may take another step forward
Sept. 6. By Dave Vieser. A public hearing on Mill’s Market, a major downtown Cornelius development project, will take place on Monday Sept. 18 starting at 6 p.m. in Town Hall. The planned 250,000 square foot development would be four stories tall and, if approved, one of the most significant projects downtown ever, in the […]
Cornelius Police getting 5 new Ford F-150s
Sept. 6. By Dave Vieser. Five new Ford F-150 Police vehicles will be purchased for the Cornelius Police at a total cost of $279,668.97, following unanimous approval by the Town Board at their September 5 meeting. The new vehicles should arrive in October. The department issued a bid for the five Police Responders, but since […]
