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Weekend weather: Punxsutawney Phil was right
Feb. 21. With a chilly weekend ahead of us, it looks like Punxsutawney Phil was right about winter, but temps start to warm up next week. Look for sunshine today and Sunday, despite the chill. Friday: Sunny, with a high near 45. Overrnight low around 23. Saturday: Increasing clouds, with a high near 48. Overnight […]
Earthtalk: Have increased plantings of trees and shrubs exacerbated fires in the Northeast?
Dear EarthTalk: Are increased shrub and tree plantings in the eastern U.S. in recent decades partially responsible for the recent uptick in wildfires across the region? —M. Major, New York, NY Feb. 21. Wildfires are uncontrolled destructive fires that spread over natural areas, like forests or brush. They can happen for many reasons, natural or […]
US Rep. Tim Moore opens Cornelius office as protestors rallied on steps of Town Hall
Feb. 21. US Rep. Tim Moore officially opened his office for staff in Cornelius yesterday as a group of about 100 protestors gathered peacefully in the cold in front of Town Hall. Moore, the former speaker of the NC House of Representatives, cut the ceremonial ribbon, saying that the office would assist people whether […]
NCDHHS advises flu vaccinations for children after 2 pediatric flu deaths
Feb. 20. NCDHHS recently reported two pediatric flu-related deaths, the first for the 2024-2025 flu season. According to the Respiratory Virus Summary Dashboard, North Carolina has seen a rise in flu cases in combination with continued COVID-19 activity. Flu vaccinations are important for children who are at higher risk of developing severe disease or complications, including those […]
CATS ‘microtransit’ starts tomorrow
Feb. 20. By Dave Vieser. The Charlotte Area Transit System will launch microtransit in North Mecklenburg with a ceremony at the Cornelius Park and Ride lot on Sefton Park Frriday afternoon. Microtransit is an on-demand, shared-ride service that takes passengers where they need to go, for the same $2.20 one way fare as a local […]
Weekender Feb. 20-23: Beach Bash, Black History Month event, jazz, music and more
Thursday, Feb. 20 Ben Rosenblum Trio 6 pm doors, 7 pm show | Feb. 20. Pianist, accordionist and composer Ben Rosenblum has traversed a truly unique musical path, one that has seen him perform alongside world-class musicians across more than twenty music genres and fifteen countries, lead bands at prestigious venues across the world, all […]
Hurricane relief drive in Birkdale Village is this Saturday
Feb. 19. Birkdale Village is hosting a Hurricane Helene relief drive Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm in The Plaza area. In partnership with Mission Christmas, Rise Disaster Relief, and Operation Wake Surf, Birkdale Village is collecting donations for those impacted by Hurricane Helene, including: Bedding Toiletries Clothing Diapers Trash Bags Cleaning Supplies Kitchen Supplies Canned Goods […]
Protest expected during official opening of US Rep. Tim Moore’s office
Feb. 19. By Dave Yochum. “Local progressives” say they will stage a protest during the official opening of US Rep. Tim Moore’s office at Cornelius Town Hall at 4 pm Thursday, weather permitting. The timing coincides with a ribbon-cutting for the new office for Moore staff inside Cornelius Town Hall. Moore, the former speaker of […]
Police Blotter: Feb. 12-18
As reported by the Cornelius Police Dept. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 250212052 Larceny 17111 Statesville Rd 16:47:00 02/12/25 ASN Home Depot 250212057 Larceny 20605 Torrence Chapel Rd 18:40:30 02/12/25 ASN Ulta Beauty 250216025 Larceny 20125 N Main St 09:46:54 02/16/25 ASN Food Lion 250217038 Larceny 20227 Heights Way 10:48:00 02/17/25 CAA […]
Governor declares statewide weather emergency
Feb. 19. NC Gov. Josh Stein declared a state of emergency ahead of winter weather today which will impact the majority of the state. AccuWeather is calling for snow off and on starting around 10 am, with a wintry mix from 3 pm into the evening. Thursday will be colder, with a daytime high of […]
