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Stinking to high heaven no more

MODERN DAD | By Jon Show Feb. 7. There’s a skunk in our neighborhood that has been wreaking havoc on us for years. Wreaking havoc might be a strong statement but it’s a skunk and it smells terrible and there’s something very displeasing about growing used to the smell of fresh skunk spray most mornings […]

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EarthTalk: What’s up with atmospheric rivers?

Dear EarthTalk: What’s the connection between climate change and an increase in so-called atmospheric rivers? —John H., Bridgeport, CT Feb. 7. Atmospheric rivers are narrow bands of water vapor that form in the mid to high latitudes. These can span several miles and carry immense amounts of water—up to 27 times the flow of the […]

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‘State of the Town’ address Feb. 11

Feb. 6. US Rep. Alma S. Adams, PhD, said the state of the 12th Congressional District is strong during her annual State of the District Address. She took questions from constituents during a Q&A at the Goodwill Opportunity Campus in Charlotte. Cornelius Mayor Woody Washam will host a “State of the Town” at 6:30 pm […]

River Rock, which is building the upscale rental homes on the rear of the property, is pushing ahead, despite the delays to infrastructure in the commercial section / Photo by Jason Benavides

Developer explains optimism around Alexander Farms project

Feb. 6. By Dave Yochum. The Alexander Farms project on Westmoreland Road at Catawba is down, but by no means out. Work on the commercial portion of the project has come to a halt, but a refinance is under way after a key investor passed away. “We are unfortunately experiencing a significant delay and demobilization […]

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Weekender Feb. 6-9: Dance, art, music and the Super Bowl

Thursday, Feb. 6 Speakeasy at Cain 6-8:30 pm | Feb. 6. A night of food, libations, music and dancing on stage at Cain Center for the Arts. This is a fundraising event for Cain Center’s community mission. In addition to directly supporting Cain Center’s arts and  music mission, your Speakeasy ticket includes: food stations, open […]

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Pioneer Springs Community School lands $150K grant

Feb. 5. Great Schools NC has named Pioneer Springs Community School one of three recipients of its inaugural “School Quality Cohort Award.” This grant, which includes $150,000,  is intended to support academic excellence and, specifically, Pioneer Spring’s goal of growing students.  Pioneer Springs Executive  Director Dr. Rebecca Friend said they are “eager to realize the […]

Justin Dionne, the Cain Center’s executive director. / Sean Meyers Photography

At age 2, Cain Center earning ovations

Feb. 5. By Mark Washburn. With its marquee a-sparkle and campus expanding, Cornelius’s Cain Center for the Arts draws the curtain this month on its third year with vibrant ambitions and a touch of Disney dust. Opened in January 2023, the center provided Lake Norman a sizable performance venue that instantly energized Cornelius’s downtown. It […]

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Newsmakers Breakfast Feb. 21 focuses on development

Feb. 5. The Newsmakers Breakfast Feb.21 at The Peninsula Club will center on the state of local development, with developers pitted against residents and residents—and local governments—up against rules that ban impact fees. Three speakers will be part of the audience-driven Q&A session over breakfast at The Peninsula Club starting at 7:30 am. Robby Carney: […]

Big Day at the Lake ‘Beach Bash’ is Feb. 22

  Feb. 4. The Big Day at the Lake crew will host the annual Beach Bash 6 pm to 9:30 pm Saturday, Feb. 22 at Lost Worlds Brewery in Cornelius. This year’s theme is “Sun, Waves, and Changing Lives.” There will be raffle baskets, bottle pulls and a live auction. There will be an exclusive […]

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Last call to register for Charlotte Independence soccer league

Feb. 4. This is the final week to register for the Charlotte Independence adult spring soccer league, which is one of the longest running adult leagues in North Mecklenburg. The league offers divisions for players of varying ages and abilities and holds games on Sunday evenings at Bailey Road Park. The spring season begins play […]