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Mecklenburg County warns seniors about jury duty scam
Oct. 30. Mecklenburg County is warning residents about a jury service scam following reports of suspicious calls, texts, and emails claiming recipients failed to appear for jury duty and face fines or arrest. County officials said senior citizens are often targeted in these scams, which typically involve requests for payment through gift cards, wire transfers, […]
Halloween safety tips for trick or treaters
Oct. 30. Halloween is tomorrow and the American Red Cross released a list of suggestions to help keep kids safe. The organization said children are more than twice as likely to be hit and/or killed by a car on Halloween than on any other day of the year. Costume safety • Use face makeup instead […]
Hough looks to complete undefeated regular season
Oct. 29. By Ryan Moxon. Hough hosts Hopewell tonight in a rare Thursday Night Lights matchup, aiming to complete an undefeated season. A win would also secure a conference championship for the Huskies. Hough’s last regular-season loss came on Aug. 23 of last year. The team has since won 18 straight regular-season games, with its […]
Weekender: Halloween is coming
Oct. 30. Here is a look at some exciting things happening this weekend around Lake Norman. Check event links for any last-minute updates or changes. Thursday, Oct. 30 Safety and Transportation Town Hall 6:30-8 pm | Oct. 30. Rep. Beth Helfrich will host a Town Hall focused on public safety and transportation, joined by all […]
Davidson Home Sales: 8/19-9/17
Oct. 29: These property transactions have been recorded by the Mecklenburg County Register of Deeds. Editor’s Note: We have expanded our real estate sales to include additional information like bed/bath and square footage. Due to privacy considerations we will no longer publish the names of buyers and sellers. 08/19/2025, $1,050,000, 18305 Dembridge Dr, 5BR/5BA, River […]
Tell Giselle: Reuniting with estranged relatives
Oct. 29. This is the second week of our new advice column from Giselle Massi, a former Antiquity resident, that will run every Wednesday in the newsletter. “Someone who is friendly with my younger brother let me know my brother is talking about meeting me to patch things up. Although he dropped away from the […]
Visit Lake Norman announces photo contest winners
Oct. 29. Visit Lake Norman unveiled the winners of its 11th annual Capture Lake Norman photo contest. This year’s contest received more than 145 photo submissions from residents and visitors showcasing scenic views, lake activities and lifestyle. Participants entered photos by posting on social media using #CaptureLKN or submitting them through the contest entry page […]
Mt. Zion’s 86th annual BBQ on Saturday
Oct. 29. The Mt. Zion BBQ will take place for the 86th year on Saturday, Nov. 1. Since its beginning in 1939, the event has offered the Cornelius community an opportunity to gather for a meal, greet old friends and welcome new ones. “We do it the old way,” said Chuck Windell, who has been […]
Rep. Helfrich hosts town hall on public safety and transportation
Oct. 28. By Dave Vieser. State lawmaker Beth Helfrich (D) will hold a Town Hall focusing on public safety and transportation this Thursday, Oct. 30, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Ada Jenkins Center in Davidson. Helfrich, whose district includes most of Cornelius and portions of Davidson and Huntersville, will host the event. She […]
Police Blotter: Oct. 15-21
As reported by the Cornelius Police Department Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 251015013 Larceny Vehicle 21111 Townwood Dr 07:32:42 10/15/25 ASN Tyler Johnson 251015049 B&E Vehicle 21115 Townwood Dr 12:09:36 10/15/25 ASN Jackie Flewell 251016088 Traffic Stop 21100 Townwood Dr 18:32:00 10/16/25 CAA Tiante Wallace 251018062 Larceny 19405 S Hill St 16:08:00 […]
