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COVID update: Increase in cases, rates
May 6. Following seven weeks of stable or decreasing COVID-19 activity, Mecklenburg County is showing “notable and continued” increases. “The increases are likely due to a combination of more social activity during the recent spring holidays and the growing presence of the Omicron BA.2 subvariant,” said Dr. Raynard Washington, Mecklenburg public health director. At this […]
2022 Living Income Standard soars to new heights
[Analysis] May 6. By Patrick McHugh, Logan Rockefeller Harris and Neil Harrington/NC Policy Watch. When COVID-19 arrived, few (if any) pundits predicted inflation would become one of the most fretted-over issues in 2022, but here we are. Supply chain disruptions, pent-up demand, war in Ukraine, and myriad other factors have made it harder and harder […]
Public invited to Davidson Fire Department dedication
May 6. The Davidson Fire Department will host a dedication and “Push-In” ceremony for new Tower 1 on Saturday, May 7 from 11 am – noon at Fire Station 1. The public is invited. Tower 1 is the new fire department aerial apparatus that has replaced former Ladder 1. The department invites community members to […]
Mother’s Day Weekend Weather
May 6. Mother’s Day weekend starts with showers and thunderstorms Friday, with a high of 84-85. Things change on Saturday, with a nearby cold front bringing a mix of sun and clouds, and a 40 percent chance of showers. High near 71. Mother’s Day: Plenty of sunshine, but cooler, with a high around 67 and […]
Mother’s Day is May 8
May 6. A mother’s love has been described as the closest thing to God’s love. A mother’s unconditional love is one factor that influences the emotional development of children. Some Cornelius residents shared their favorite childhood memories of their moms. —Tonya Rivens Mom: Lula Bell Houston Mama Lula dragged us with her to singing programs […]
HomeTrust opens in Cornelius, People’s Bank moves to Huntersville
May 5. The harmonic balance of banks in Cornelius is unchanged after the opening of HomeTrust at 19520 W. Catawba and the closing of People’s Bank at 9624 Bailey Road. That means there are still 14 banks with offices in Cornelius and, town-wide, a total of roughly $1.5 billion in deposits, but that’s as of […]
Weekend Agenda May 6-8: Free concerts, Davidson Town Day and NC beer festival
Here’s a look at weekend events: Friday, May 6 Rock the Park summer concert series Cat5 Band features beach music, originals, country, yacht rock and classic rock. Food trucks will open at 6 pm and the show begins at 6:30 pm. Outside food and beverage is permitted with the exception of alcohol. Small coolers are […]
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo
Here’s a list for those that want to observe Cinco De Mayo with a fiesta or Mexican cuisine. Lake Norman Social Districts 4pm-midnight. Join Thigs & Old Town Public House for Lake Norman Social Districts first ever Cinco De Mayo Bar Crawl. Street tacos and empanadas by Freshly Cracked. Music by Dj OP, 5-9 pm […]
Planning board takes up changes to Alexander Farm plan May 16
May 4. The Planning Board will hold a special meeting on Monday, May 16 to consider a recommendation on a proposed amendment to the previously approved rezoning plan for the Alexander Farm. The amendment proposes an increase in the number of senior apartments from 130 to 143 units, as well as the plan to preserve […]
Raptor Center Executive Director Jim Warren passes away
May 4. Jim Warren, the executive director of The Carolina Raptor Center in Huntersville, passed away Friday due to cancer. He had been with Raptor Center for 16 years, 11 as executive director. Earlier this year he announced plans to retire in June. “I feel fortunate to have served at Jim’s side,” said Julie Knutson, […]
