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Gina Patterson: Lead detective on Madalina case
PROFILE | By Dave Yochum May 3. Madalina Cojocari was last seen five months ago, causing an outpouring of concern not just in Cornelius, but all over the world. There are a dozen Facebook pages where members try to crack the case. The posts are not as frequent, but her 12th birthday was observed at […]
Novant Huntersville scores an ‘A’ from national hospital safety rating agency
May 3. Novant Health Huntersville is one of nine Novant hospitals to get an ‘A’ rating for hospital safety from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit that evaluates the safety, quality and patient experience provided by hospitals across the country. The Spring 2023 Hospital Safety Grade is based on a hospital’s ability to prevent medical […]
Mooresville announces registration for the inaugural July 4 Stars and Stripes on Main Parade
May 3. Registration for the Stars and Stripes on Main Parade in Mooresville is open for organizations and individuals who want to participate. The inaugural event 10 am July 4 will have floats, marching bands and patriotic performers representing organizations and businesses from Mooresville. Spectators can expect to see everything from antique cars and fire […]
ASC releases Cultural Equity Report to update community
May 3. The Arts & Science Council – the 65-year-old nonprofit that serves as the chief advocate, resource hub and steward for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg region’s cultural community – has released its second Cultural Equity Report. “This report reaffirms ASC’s commitment to being transparent and accountable on its equity journey,” said ASC President Krista Terrell. “The […]
Sundown concerts are back
May 3. Three of Mecklenburg County’s Park and Rec “Sundown Sounds” concerts will take place at Ramsey Creek Beach, on June 2, July 7 and Aug. 4. The free concerts will run from 7 pm to 9 pm with food and beverage vendors on site. Here’s the full schedule: Friday, June 2–Sahara Reggae Band at […]
Foodees Food & Culture Fest is Memorial Day Weekend
May 3. The Foodees Food and Culture Festival is coming to the Lake Norman YMCA in Cornelius Memorial Day weekend. The three-day celebration of food, art and community will have more than two dozen food trucks and food vendors, as well as artists, artisans, and crafters. The festival, which is free, coincides with the YMCA’s […]
Town Board lifts hold on residential zoning
May 2. Dave Vieser. The Cornelius Town Board unanimously approved recommended Land Use Plan changes submitted by the Growth Management Task Force (GMTF). At the same time, the board lifted a hold on residential zoning which had been in effect for 16 months. “The focus here is to allow good business projects and not focus […]
Event May 22: Are you missing a beloved parent?
May 2. With Mother’s Day and Father’s Day approaching are you missing parents who have passed away? Carolina Caring, a 40-year-old community-based non-profit, will hold “Remembering our Parents” on Monday, May 22 from 6 pm to 7:30 pm at their Huntersville campus. Bring: A picture that can be used for a group activity. Address: 9735 […]
National Bike to School Day to be celebrated locally and nationwide
May 2. Wednesday is National Bike to School Day and students at J.V. Washam Elementary and Cornelius Elementary will join Cornelius Police to participate. Pupils from across the country will join local police departments in this celebration. Cornelius students will bike/walk to school from one of the starting locations with their own bike and helmet. […]
Know a budding musician? Registration open for Cornelius Youth Orchestras
May 2. Registration is open for the 2023-2024 Cornelius Youth Orchestras’ season. The orchestras will help a child to become a better musician, offer opportunities to play in a full orchestra and other ensembles, make new friends, perform in the community, and have a blast while doing it all, organizers promise. The Cornelius Youth Orchestras […]
