Cornelius News
Ed’s Tavern brings a familiar feel to Lake Norman
Nov. 22. Story and photos by Jason Benavides. After a few unexpected delays, Ed’s Tavern in Kenton Place opened its doors to the Lake Norman crowd on Tuesday, Nov. 21. The owners of Ed’s Tavern in Dilworth and FreeMore Tavern took over the Piper’s at Galway Hooker space early this year when the opportunity presented […]
Weekend Calendar Nov. 24-26: Light Up Cornelius, holiday markets and more
Calendar Sponsors Saturday, Nov. 25 Light Up Cornelius 4-7 pm | Nov. 25. Annual tree lighting around 6 pm. Attendees can enjoy community group performances, children’s activities, horse-drawn carriages rides, a model train display, food and drink, s’mores, and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus. Cain Park and Cornelius Town Hall, Catawba Avenue. Huntersville […]
Christmas Market this Saturday
Nov. 22. Lost Worlds Brewing is holding their fourth annual Christmas Market on Saturday, Nov. 25 from 11 am-4 pm. Fifty local artists and makers will be on site including old favorites as well as new vendors. There will be live music, food trucks and cold beer. Lost Worlds will release a special Barrel Aged […]
Gilroy: A word of thanks as Town Board service approaches an ending
Nov. 21. Town Commissioner Dave Gilroy, who currently serves as Mayor Pro Tem, ran the Town Board’s Nov. 20 meeting in the absence of Mayor Woody Washam. He opted not to run for re-election this fall. He had some personal thoughts which he shared with the audience and the community: “I’ve spent most of the […]
Enhanced security at Town Hall will cost $166,851
Nov. 21. By Dave Vieser. At a relatively quiet Town Board meeting Nov. 20 and run by Mayor Pro Tem Dave Gilroy, Cornelius commissioners approved security improvements at Town Hall. The project will consist of reconstructing the reception area, constructing a new wall at the top of the main stairwell, providing additional egress points, and […]
Davidson Home Sales
Nov. 21. These property transactions were recorded by the Mecklenburg County Register of Deeds. 9/25/2023 $1,200,000 Gregory & Erin Harmon to Melissa & Matthew Herr, 18817 Maplecroft Lake Ln. 9/26/2023 $1,675,000 Troy & Penny Maxwell to Terence & Cecily Klingman, 18737 Floyd Ct. 9/26/2023 $440,000 Kelly Childers to Amelia Navarro, 433 Magnolia St. 9/27/2023 $250,000 […]
Challenging questions during Q&A with Sen. Thom Tillis
NEWSMAKERS BREAKFAST | By Erica Batten Nov. 20. U.S. Sen. Thom Tillis, who cut his teeth on the Cornelius Town Board in the early 2000s, returned to Lake Norman Oct. 12 as the guest of honor at Cornelius Today’s Newsmakers Breakfast, an audience-driven Q&A featuring timely topics and guests. The audience offered up questions […]
Throw up the Lights and register for the Deck the House Contest
Nov. 20. Registration starts today to enter the town’s first Deck the House Contest. Enter our contest and show us your best outdoor holiday decorations whether you go traditional or all out. The public will vote on their favorites, and the winner gets bragging rights and a prize. Registration through Dec. 8 is free and […]
Weekly calendar Nov. 20-26: Gathering for Madalina, parade, Light Up Cornelius
Calendar Sponsors Tuesday, Nov. 21 Gathering for Madalina: New location 6:30 pm | Nov. 21. Cornelius Police are asking the community to come together for Madalina Cojocari, who has been missing since November 2022. The gathering has been moved to the Community Room in Town Hall. Mooresville Christmas Parade 3-5 pm | Nov. 21. Get […]
Washam’s lead narrows to 5 votes in mayoral race; recount requested
Nov. 17. [UPDATE 3 PM] By Dave Yochum. After outstanding absentee ballots and provisional ballots were counted last night, Mayor Woody Washam’s lead over challenger Denis Bilodeau has dwindled from 13 votes to five. Bilodeau, a town commissioner, has asked for a recount. NEW: The Meck Board of Elections has completed the recount. Washam has […]
