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Cornelius Today has a new owner
July 8. After 21 successful years in business, Cornelius Today has a new owner. Dave Yochum, founder and editor of Cornelius Today, has sold the media company to Cornelius resident Jon Show. Cornelius Today has served the community since Yochum launched the publication in 2004. For more than two decades the print and online media […]
Bilodeau officially filed to run for mayor of Cornelius
July 8. By Dave Yochum. Former Town Commissioner Denis Bilodeau has officially filed to run for mayor this fall, setting up a rematch between him and incumbent Woody Washam who plans to seek a fifth term this November. Bilodeau is a former president of the Peninsula Property Owners Association and the North Mecklenburg Rotary as […]
Planning Board meets tonight
July 8. By Dave Vieser. The Cornelius Planning Board agenda continues to shrink. The Sunset Cove Venue proposal was pulled—for a minimum of five months—at the request of the applicant. In addition, a proposal from developer Matt Greco to construct seven commercial flex space buildings totaling 48,000 square feet at 18636 Statesville Road, will not […]
McGuire to test sirens Wednesday
July 8. On Wednesday, July 9, Duke Energy will conduct a routine test of the outdoor warning sirens surrounding the McGuire Nuclear Station in Huntersville, according to Duke Energy. The sirens will be tested between 11 am and 1 pm, and the testing is a routine part of maintenance to ensure the sirens are functioning properly. […]
Sun, skin and summer: Navigating sunscreen choices for safer days outdoors
July 8. By Will Atwater/NC Health News. From the EnoFest in Durham to Christmas in July in Ashe County, from Topsail Beach to Grandfather Mountain, North Carolinians are gearing up for active, sun-drenched days. But as shorts-and-T-shirt weather heats up, experts warn: Don’t forget to apply sunscreen. The Environmental Working Group, which has published its annual […]
Davidson Fall Arts Festival looking for artist-exhibitors
July 8. Are you an artist? The Town of Davidson is holding the Davidson Fall Arts Festival set for Saturday, September 13, is accepting applications for exhibitors through Aug. 24. Applications and registration forms are available online at www.townofdavidson.org/fallartsfestival. For questions about the festival, email Kim Fleming at kfleming@townofdavidson.org or call 704-940-9622.
American Red Cross conducting summer blood drive
July 7. The American Red Cross is conducting a summer-long blood drive in north Mecklenburg. According to the organization, severe summer weather can have a negative impact on the ability to collect blood and platelets, so scheduling and keeping donation appointments are crucial this month to ensure blood products are constantly available. Those interested in donating […]
Residential portion of stalled Alexander Farms development rock solid, developer says
July 7. By Dave Vieser. It’s been almost four years since the Cornelius Town Board gave the green light for a major mixed-use development on the 55-acre Alexander Farms property. The basic layout had retail near West Catawba, an active adult facility aadjacent to the retail segment, and private homes for leasing. Back in 2021 […]
Fresh vegetable program targets seniors
July 6. Mecklenburg County’s Senior Nutrition Program, Public Health, and the Charlotte Food Policy Council are distributing vouchers for the N.C. Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP). Eligible senior citizens can receive a $50 voucher to purchase fresh fruits, vegetables, raw honey, and fresh cut herbs from specific farmers markets. Mecklenburg County seniors aged 60+ […]
Weekly Calendar July 6-13: Music and more
Tuesday, July 8 Be Well Birkdale 6-7 pm | Tuesdays through Oct. 22. Find your zen during weekly fitness classes from local instructors including Yoga Six and Pure Barre. Attendees check in through a scannable QR code and earn swag items for every five classes completed. Guests are encouraged to bring their own mats. The […]
