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Three Black communities share similar histories, goals
April 26. By Tonya Rivens. Smithville isn’t the only African American community in North Mecklenburg challenged with preserving history while confronting redevelopment. The Lakeside community in Davidson and the Pottstown community in Huntersville are also experiencing the same challenges because of area growth. According to Dora Dubose, the African American Coalition (AAC) of Davidson has […]
2022 BrightFire Music & Arts Festival is Saturday
April 26. Celebrate Beltane and enjoy an evening of music, dance and more on Saturday at Rural Hill in Huntersville. Historically, Beltane marked the end of a life-threatening period of darkness (winter) and the beginning of summer with renewed life. The event runs 4-10 pm Saturday, April 30. For tickets click here. There will be […]
April is World Autism Month in NC
April 26. Gov. Cooper has proclaimed April as World Autism Month in North Carolina to raise awareness and recognize individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), their families and organizations working to support them. Autism spectrum disorder is a neurological and developmental disorder that begins early in childhood and consists of a broad range of conditions […]
Police blotter: Incidents, arrests and citations April 13-19
Reported by Cornelius Police Dept. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 220413073 Larceny 20125 N Main St 14:27:35 04/13/22 ASN Food Lion 220414047 Fraud 17505 West Catawba Av 09:47:02 04/14/22 ASN Freedom Boat Club 220415065 Fraud 20435 Chartwell Center Dr 12:09:12 04/15/22 ACT Lake Norman Infiniti 220418057 Larceny 21047 Decora Dr 12:44:48 04/18/22 […]
Weekly Agenda April 25- May 1: A whole lot of jazz, BrightFire Music & Arts Festival, Earth Jam and more
April 25. Trying to figure out what to do? This calendar, published weekly on Mondays, can point you to some of the best options in Lake Norman. Here’s a look at what’s coming up: April 25 Cardio Funk 6:30-7:30 pm Mondays. Drop in for this high-energy class at Bailey Road Recreation Center. $10 per class, […]
Atlantic 10 baseball tournament coming to Davidson
April 25. Davidson College will host the 2022 Atlantic 10 Conference Baseball Championship May 24-28 at Wilson Field. The seven-team, double-elimination tournament is free to attend. It’s the first time Davidson has hosted the A-10’s postseason tournament. The tournament will include three games each of the first three days, then two on Friday, May 27. […]
Novant updates visitor restrictions
April 25. Beginning Monday, April 25, anyone ages 2 and up will be permitted to visit Novant Health facilities as long as they wear a mask and complete a COVID-19 screening. Previously, individuals were required to be 12 years or older to enter a Novant Health hospital.
Meeting today on Hickory/115 redo, including a light
April 25. By Dave Vieser. A special meeting to discuss proposed Improvements for the Hickory Street/Hwy. 115 intersection in downtown Cornelius will be held Monday April 25 from 5 pm to 7 pm at Town Hall on Catawba Avenue. “There is concern about the timing and the funding for the improvements planned at this intersection,” […]
Bradley, Hershey charged with securities fraud, money laundering
April 22. [UPDATED] Two Cornelius residents are facing federal charges in connection with a multi-million dollar investment scheme. A federal grand jury returned a criminal indictment this week against Marlin Hershey and Dana Bradley, both 52, charging them with mail and wire fraud conspiracy, mail fraud, securities fraud, and money laundering conspiracy. UPDATE: Bradley’s attorney, […]
Regina Carter performing at Davidson College Saturday
April 22. Davidson College’s final jazz concert of the year April 23 features Regina Carter, a legendary jazz artist and the unparalleled icon of jazz violin. A native of Detroit and graduate of the New England Conservatory, she has had a remarkable 30-year career that includes multiple Grammy awards and nominations. She has received a […]
