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Weekender: Sept. 16-18: County fair, Oktoberfests, Praise in the Park, car shows, more music
Trying to figure out what to do this weekend? This calendar can point you to some of the best options in Lake Norman. Check back on Mondays for the Weekly Agenda. For events that repeat weekly, we’ve created an ONGOING category; scroll down and you’ll find it. Sept. 16 Live Under the Oaks 6-8 pm […]
Hwy. 115 has reopened after unannounced closing
Sept. 15. By Dave Vieser. What we have here is a failure to communicate! So it appears in relation to the closing of NC Hwy. 115 at Bailey Road this week, creating all kinds of problems for motorists traveling through town, and especially for those traveling to and from Hough and Bailey Middle. Blindsided […]
‘Praise in the Park’ is Saturday in Smithville
Sept. 15. Praise in the Park, a free, family-friendly festival, is this Saturday at Smithville Park. It will feature local, regional and national gospel artists along with food, educational and inspirational vendors. Performers include Jamal Davis, C Dwayne & The Voices, Gethsemane Gospel Singers, Christ Community Baptist Praise Ensemble, Kenny Curry, Zeb Harrison & The […]
Mark your calendar: Free chair massages for veterans, first-responders
Sept. 15. The state chapter of the American Massage Therapy Association is planning an event for veterans in conjunction with the American Legion Post 86 to offer chair massages and lunch to veterans and first-responders The event is 10 am – 2 pm Friday, Oct. 21, at the American Legion Post 86, 21215 Legion St. […]
Garbage fire in Magnolia Plaza
Sept. 14. Cornelius Lemley firefighters worked on a garbage truck fire in Magnolia Plaza at lunchtime today. The contents of a Waste Pro truck were spread in a 75 foot by 75 foot pile and doused in front of Al’s Bar & Grill. No injuries were reported.
Change in expansion plans for Lake Norman Hyundai
Sept. 14. By Dave Vieser. A change in plans for Lake Norman Hyundai in Cornelius was unanimously approved by the Town Planning Board at its meeting this week. The plan will now be sent back to the Town Board for final review and possible approval. Background TT of Lake Norman ST, hopes to gain final […]
Car culture drives demand for condos, club
Sept. 14. By Dave Vieser. The Werks, a luxury garage condominium planned on Chartown Drive, will give auto enthusiasts a place to not only store their prized possessions, but to gather and entertain as well. Plans include an 1,800-square-foot clubhouse for automotive enthusiasts Details “We will have a total of 89 units that range in […]
It’s groovy baby!
Sept. 14. Hippie Fest is a grassroots festival featuring a weekend of entertainment, camaraderie and peaceful vibes. The festival will be held Oct. 22-23 at the Rowan County Fairground, 1560 Julian Road, Salisbury. Hours are noon to 7 pm both days. Attendees can expect live music, bohemian shopping, vintage hippie car show, DIY tie-dye, giant […]
Davidson Fire Department seeks community input
Sept. 13. The Town of Davidson Fire Department invites local community members to participate in the fire department strategic plan process. The department will be participating in a two-day work session to help develop a comprehensive Strategic Plan. Drawing from results that were noted in the Community Risk Assessment / Standards of Cover report, the […]
Chief Dunn to retire in Davidson
Sept. 13. Davidson Police Chief Penny Dunn plans to retire at the end of January. Dunn, who became police chief five years ago, started her law enforcement career in 1986 and served with the San Marcos Police Department in Texas, eventually working her way up to assistant police chief before coming to Davidson. “With the […]
