Cornelius News
Town, county budgeting process getting under way
Jan. 11. Mecklenburg County, which accounts for about two-thirds of your property tax bills, is beginning to shape the next fiscal year’s budget. The first step is a public hearing Jan. 17 at the Board of County Commissioners’ regular meeting Speakers will have three minutes to share their thoughts. Email comments to Clerk@MeckNC.gov. The deadline to […]
Weekender Jan. 11-14: MLK celebration; Owl Prowl, Animal Adventure and more
Thursday, Jan.11 Owl Prowl 7:30 pm | Jan. 11. Perfect for families with older children and adults alike, this after-dark adventure lets you experience the Raptor Trail like never before. The event begins with a program where you can get a closer look at one of the resident owl ambassadors. Then, embark on a guided […]
Martin Luther King Jr. Day observances
Jan. 11. Mecklenburg County government, Cornelius Town Hall, Davidson Town Hall and Huntersville Town Hall will be closed on Monday, Jan. 15, for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, but Davidson is holding a special celebration at 10 am in the Town Hall & Community Center. The keynote speaker is Dr. Hilary Green, James B. Duke […]
Study: NC is 10th best state for racial progress
Jan. 10. With 44 percent of Americans saying they are pessimistic about “our country’s ability to ensure racial equality for all people” in the future, North Carolina is doing better than most states in this regard. The Tar Heel State ranked 10th best overall for Black people compared to Whites in racial progress over the […]
This therapy session is the GOAT
Jan. 10. Zen Hooves will host Goat Therapy at Eleven Lakes Brewing on Sunday, Jan. 14 at 6 pm. The event includes the opportunity to bottle-feed your very own baby goat and get 45 minutes of cuddle time. Spending time with these kids will increase oxytocin levels and help cope with every day stress. The […]
Food Truck Village officially opens in January
Jan. 9. A Cornelius entrepreneur-turned-carwash-owner and Realtor is turning some unused property on Catawba Avenue into a gathering spot complete with food trucks, a farmers market and entertainment. “My vision for this piece of property is to be a centerpiece of the community,” said David Dunn, the owner of Cornelius Car Wash at 20833 Catawba […]
Fierce weather coming Tuesday
Jan. 8. If you can choose where you work, tomorrow might be a good day to batten down the hatches from home. The National Weather Service is calling for an all-day rain, possible thunderstorms and winds in the 24 mph to 29 mph range, with gusts as high as 46. —CMS cancelled all classes Tuesday. […]
Cain’s first anniversary was a stellar event
Jan. 8. Mandy Gonzalez sat on the edge of the Cain Center for the Arts stage on Saturday night and fielded about a dozen questions from members of Lake Norman youth choirs who joined in her next to last song. It all happened during rehearsal where the star of “Hamilton”—she played Angelica Schuyler—was down to […]
Weekly calendar Jan. 8-14: Billy Idol tribute, Owl Prowl, crafts and kids programs
Monday, Jan. 8 Monday Night Madness 6-9 pm | Jan. 8. Wings $1 each, sets of four; raffle, fun. Moose Lodge, 2126 Charlotte Hwy., Mooresville. Tuesday, Jan. 9 Beach Glass Wind Chimes 6-8 PM | Jan. 9. The top of the wind chimes is created with a large starfish. Each string of beach glass will […]
Cain Center at one year mark: Redevelopment is happening
Jan. 5. [One-year anniversary] The Cain Center for the Arts has surpassed the town’s expectations in every way, according to Mayor Woody Washam. “Town investment in the center has stimulated the redevelopment and reinvention of our downtown as an economic driver for the entire region,” Washam said. “Cain Center for the Arts is truly fulfilling […]
