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Letter to the Editor: Smithville residents have been heard
Response to “Opinion: Former Commissioner Thurman Ross calls for Smithville residents to have better representation in Smithville revitalization plan.” March 14. By Scott Higgins. [Opinion] The revitalization plan for Smithville has come a long way. I have witnessed meaningful dialogue and progress in revitalizing Smithville over the last two years. To be overly critical seems […]
Brace yourself: New property valuations come out March 17
March 14. By Dave Vieser. Looking to celebrate St Patricks Day in a special way? How about learning the new value of your property according to the county! March 17 is indeed the day new revaluation notices will be mailed to all owners of property in Mecklenburg County. What’s it all about? Revaluation is the […]
DLC seeks reaccreditation and your comments
March 14. The Davidson Lands Conservancy (DLC), a nationally accredited land trust, is applying for renewal of accreditation. The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation organizations that meet national quality standards for protecting natural places and working lands forever. The Land Trust Accreditation Commission, an independent program of the Land Trust Alliance, conducts an […]
Cain Center adds ‘POTUS’ to line-up; tickets sales start Thursday
March 14. The Cain Center for the Arts has added three performances to its April performance line-up. A regional cast will present three performance of “POTUS” at the center in April. Show times are 8 pm Wednesday, April 26, and Friday April 28; and 2 pm Saturday, April 29. Tickets go on sale Thursday, […]
Shelby angler lands $300K top prize in Redcrest bass tournament
March 13. A professional angler from Shelby won the top prize—$300,000—in the Major League Fishing’s Bass Pro Tour Championship held over the past several days at Blythe Landing. Bryan Thrift of Shelby caught a three-day cumulative total of 46 lbs., 12 oz. to win the MLF Redcrest tournament 2023 presented by Shore Lunch. Second-place finisher […]
Weekly calendar March 13-19: Organ, tequila, dance, mythical beasts AND St. Patrick’s Day parties
Calendar Sponsors Here’s what is going on this week. Monday, March 13 Organ at Davidson 7:30 pm | March 13. Evan Currie performing for the annual Bach Birthday Bash. Free; donations accepted. Davidson College Presbyterian Church, 100 North Main St., Davidson. Tuesday, March 14 Tacos & Tequila Tuesdays 5-10 pm | March 14. Food truck […]
Davidson to celebrate Arbor Day on Saturday
March 13. Davidson residents are invited to celebrate Arbor Day on Saturday, March 18, at the corner of Jackson Street and Main Street, across from the former Davidson Town Hall building, 216 S. Main St. There will be a brief ceremony at 9 am followed by a tree planting along the adjacent side path. If […]
Traffic alert: Norfolk Southern rail crossing work to be done this week
March 13. Representatives from Norfolk Southern, Blythe Construction and the Town of Huntersville agreed to a two-day construction timeline for the planned rail work on Huntersville-Concord Road, North Church Street and Fourth Street. The work by Norfolk Southern is in accordance with Huntersville Main Street Project, as well as their need to make repairs on […]
Spring Fling Eggstravaganza at Rescue Ranch set for April 1
March 13. Rescue Ranch will host Spring Fling Eggstravaganza Saturday, April 1, with age and ability specific egg hunts. The event will be 10 am – 3 pm at Rescue Ranch, 1424 Turnersburg Hwy., Statesville 28625. Egg hunts will begin at 10:15 am and run through 2:30 pm. An egg hunt for exceptional children will be at 12:30 pm in […]
Police blotter: March 1-7
As reported by the Cornelius Police Dept. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 230302088 Fraud 20011 Schooner Dr 15:04:03 03/02/23 ASN Adkins, Carol 230306102 B&E Vehicle 19506 Waverunner Ln 16:15:28 03/06/23 ASN Pratt, John 230309035 Larceny 17818 Statesville Rd 09:44:18 03/09/23 ACT Hands4Hire Arrests Arrest Charge Defendant DOB Gender Race Date Address 230302024 […]
