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NCDOT resurfacing Washam Potts next week.
Aug. 6. by Dave Vieser. One of the busier crosstown arteries in Cornelius, Washam Potts Road, will be resurfaced next week by the state Department of Transportation. According to town Public Works Director Tyler Beardsley, the work will be done primarily at night to minimize delays for motorists. Exact dates and times of the closures […]
We’re seeking funny, insightful freelancers to join our pages
From Dave Barry at the Miami Herald to Rick Reilly at Sports Illustrated and Tommy Tomlinson at The Charlotte Observer, we’ve always been big fans of old-school newspaper columnists—those who can make us laugh, think and feel. With that in mind, we’re actively seeking local voices to help share the good, the bad and the […]
Cornelius Town Board to Consider Rezoning Applications Tonight
Aug. 4. By Dave Vieser. It will be a busy evening at Cornelius Town Hall as the Board of Commissioners considers rezoning applications for two separate projects and receives an initial presentation for a proposed 31-unit housing development on Old Statesville Road. Cashmere Building The public hearing for the proposed six-story Cashmere mixed-use building will […]
Weekly calendar Aug. 4-8: National Night Out & more
Tuesday, Aug. 5 National Night Out 5:30-7:30 pm | Aug. 5. Cornelius Parks & Recreation joins the Cornelius Police Department in hosting the town’s annual National Night Out. This free public event promotes community safety and crime prevention. An evening filled with family fun, including children’s activities, food, entertainment and more. Bailey Road Park. Be […]
Weather: Break from the heat comes with increased rain chances
Aug. 4. Morning coffee on back porch hit differently this morning with the cool temps. Rain and cooler temperatures stay with us throughout most of the week with a warming expected by Friday. Irrigation bills should finally get a much needed break this week. Monday: Partly sunny, with a high near 82. East northeast wind […]
This month in print: Back to school
Our back-to-school August print edition of Cornelius Today begins hitting mailboxes this weekend in all homes and businesses in the 28031 zip code. Highlights include: • Davidson K-8 middle schoolers headed to Bailey Middle School this school year • Meet Derek Butler, the new athletic director at Hough High School • Race for mayor will […]
Visit Lake Norman summer photo contest opens today
Aug. 1. Visit Lake Norman’s annual photo contest opens today. Entrants can submit their favorite photo on Facebook or Instagram using the hashtag #CaptureLKN, or upload an image directly to the Visit Lake Norman website. Neal Ontko of Vineyard Point in Cornelius won the 2024 contest with a marina sunset photo titled Captivating Skies. The […]
Weekend Weather: Hot one today, cooler temps on the way
Aug. 1. We’re not exactly readers of the Farmer’s Almanac, and there is no real scientific evidence to support this belief, but it sure feels like temperatures tend to ease around these parts come August. Either that or we’re just used to the heat by now. After another hot one today, we’ll finally get a […]
Plan your August fun: Don’t let August slip away into a moment in time
Friday, Aug. 1 Live Under the Oaks 6-8 pm | Aug. 1. Live entertainment. Bring your chairs or blankets. The Plaza, Birkdale Village, Huntersville. Bob Marley Tribute 8 pm | Aug. 1. Featuring Yvad. $20 advance; $25 at door. BoatYard Lake Norman, 18418 Statesville Rd., Cornelius. Saturday, Aug. 2 Davidson Farmers Market 9 am – […]
If lightning deaths strike you as frequent in NC, they are
July 31. North Carolina has the ninth-highest lightning death rate in the United States, according to a new study by personal injury law firm Simmrin Law Group. The research analyzed data from the National Lightning Safety Council covering all 50 states between 2015 and 2024. The study calculated the number of lightning deaths per million […]
