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LKN Chamber comes out in favor of $20 million Cornelius Park Bond
Oct. 29. The Lake Norman Chamber Board of Directors has voted to support the Town of Cornelius Park Bonds on this year’s ballot. The Cornelius Park Bonds would make available up to $20 million over 10 years for parks, greenways, and other amenities. Jeff Tarte, 2024 board chair, said there was strong support for the […]
Novant Health Huntersville celebrates the big two-oh Saturday
Oct. 29. Can you believe it’s been 20 years since Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center opened? This Saturday they will celebrate two decades of service with a birthday party from noon to 5 pm. There will be a bounce house, free popcorn and cotton candy, food trucks and entertainment at the medical center, 10300 Gilead […]
More than 12,300 early voters have passed through Town Hall so far
Oct. 28. Early Voting continues today at 33 locations around North Mecklenburg, including the town halls in Cornelius and Davidson. The 33 Mecklenburg locations are open today from 8 am to 7:30 pm Monday through Friday. The final day of Early Voting is Saturday Nov. 2 when all locations are open from 8 am to […]
Giving with Grace Foundation presents ‘Thanksgiving Breakfast’ fundraiser Nov. 12
Oct. 28. The Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce Foundation, the philanthropic arm of the chamber, will host a “Thanksgiving Breakfast” on Tuesday Nov. 12 at The Peninsula Club in Cornelius. The event is presented by The Giving with Grace Foundation and benefits the Lake Norman YMCA Pre and After School and Cornelius Early Scholars programs. […]
Weekly calendar Oct. 28-Nov. 3: BBQ, sheep dog trials, ‘Matilda JR,’ music and more
Monday, Oct. 28 Lake Norman Chamber – Annual Fall Classic Golf Tournament 9 am – 2 pm | Oct. 28. Details at website. NorthStone Country Club, Huntersville. Cornelius Youth Orchestras 7-8pm | Oct. 28. Concert by Junior Brass Ensemble, Junior Woodwind Ensemble, Sinfonia Strings & Philharmonic. Joe V. Knox Auditorium @ Charles Mack Citizen Center, […]
Lidl not coming to Cornelius
The new Lidl in University City | Photo: Lidl Oct 28. By Dave Yochum. The developer of Alexander Farms says German grocer Lidl will no longer anchor the retail segment of the 55-acre mixed-use project at Westmoreland and West Catawba. Meanwhile, construction on the commercial section will get under way early next year With inflation […]
Live concerts this weekend benefit tropical storm victims in Western NC
Oct. 25. Two live concert events this weekend will benefit victims of Tropical Storm Helene in Western North Carolina. On Friday at BoatYard with Brightside and DJ Jay Wheelz are donating all proceeds from the show’s ticket sales to relief efforts for western NC victims of hurricane Helene. The concert starts at 8 pm. Tickets […]
Early Voting: One more week
Oct. 25. Early Voting continues today through Saturday Nov. 2 with 33 locations open daily. As of Thursday evening, 9,848 people have voted at Cornelius Town Hall one of the Top 5 busiest polling places in Mecklenburg County. County-wide, 204,837 people have voted, according to the Board of Elections. The 33 Mecklenburg locations are open […]
Weekend Weather
Oct. 25. Talk about a 50-50 split—this weekend’s weather outlook is half warm, half cool. Indeed, temps drop 20 degrees between Saturday and Sunday. Friday: Sunny, with a high near 76. Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 82. Sunday: Partly sunny, with a high near 62. Monday: Sunny, with a high near 65. Tuesday: Sunny, […]
Video games can educate young people about environmental issues
Dear EarthTalk: What are some video games that educate young people about environmental issues? —Concerned parent, Skokie, IL As the climate crisis gets more pressing, video games are emerging as powerful tools to educate young people about environmental issues. Games offer an interactive, engaging platform where players can explore complex challenges like climate change, conservation […]
