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Town board approves land acquisition; Blue Heel development
Oct. 7. By Dave Vieser. The Hunter family, which owns vacant farmland just east of Highway 115 in Cornelius, has sought to sell the property for years, to no avail. The first development proposal brought before the town board was withdrawn by the developer, while the second plan, which required rezoning, was rejected by commissioners. […]
Milling About: Celebrating the end of summer around Lake Norman
Oct. 7. By Lindsay Martell. I get it. Everyone loves summer. Vacays at the beach, treks to the mountains, weekend days at the lake. It’s idyllic and bright and photo roll scroll-worthy. We undoubtedly have no shortage of awesome ways to kick back and soak in the deliciousness of it all. But… I love the end […]
Police Blotter: Sept. 24-30
As reported by the Cornelius Police Department Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 250924034 Larceny 17111 Statesville Rd 11:31:00 09/24/25 ACT Home Depot 250925027 Larceny 19516 Waverunner Ln 10:13:39 09/25/25 ASN Avery Jones 250925037 Larceny 20721 Torrence Rd 13:28:00 09/25/25 ASN Amy Zirt 250927037 Larceny 9807 Willow Leaf Ln 13:37:08 09/27/25 ASN Heather […]
Weather: Warm start to the week and chance of rain
Oct. 6. Hot start to the week but autumn temps roll back in midweek with a chance of some rain. Great weather to start repairing those tall fescue lawns. Today: Mostly sunny, with a high near 80. East wind 3 to 5 mph. Tonight partly cloudy, with a low around 62. Light east wind. Tuesday: […]
Weekly Calendar: National Night Out, comedian Jim Florentine
Oct. 6. Here’s a look at some exciting things happening this week around Lake Norman. Check event links for any last minute updates or changes. Tuesday, Oct. 7 National Night Out (rescheduled) 5:30-7:30 pm | Oct. 7. Join the Cornelius Police and Parks & Recreation Departments for this free public event promoting community safety and […]
Town board considers buying land north of Bailey Road
Oct. 6. By Dave Vieser. This evening, the Cornelius Town Board will consider two proposals: one to purchase vacant land owned by the Hunter family on Bailey Road east of Highway 115, and another to build 29 new single-family homes on a mostly vacant property adjoining Old Statesville Road just south of Washam Potts Road. […]
Scarrigan Farms ready to haunt your dreams
Oct. 3. Carrigan Farms transforms into Scarrigan Farms this weekend to the delight and terror of anyone 12 years and older. “If you’re looking for intense Halloween horror, this is it,” said event organizers. “Whether your fear is spiders, snakes, tight spaces, complete darkness or demons, it makes no difference because if you have a […]
Weekend weather: Time to open up the windows
Oct. 3. Autumn is in full swing. The tides will turn (at least in the short term) for the 1-3 Panthers or the 1-3 Dolphins on Sunday at Bank of America Stadium, let’s hope it’s for the former. Get out and enjoy the weather this weekend. Today: Sunny, with a high near 73. Northeast wind […]
Business Today: OTPH closing to make way for redevelopment
Oct. 3. By Dave Vieser. The Cornelius version of Cheers, better known as the Old Town Public House (OTPH), will close in January, according to a message posted on social media this week. The popular gathering spot on Catawba Avenue near the Cain Center will shut its doors permanently to make way for new development […]
Scare tactic: Halloween decor contest now open
Oct. 2. The annual Cornelius Halloween Decorating Contest is now open to anyone interested in competing for the town’s most spook‑tacular home. The submission window runs from Oct. 1–14. The contest is limited to exterior decorations, which must be appropriate for children. Participants agree to have one or more photos of their decorated home, along with […]
