Cornelius News
Op-Ed: Sports can inspire, unify and create change
March 22. By Andrew Lovedale. Nelson Mandela once declared that sports “has the power to change the world. It has the power to inspire, it has the power to unite people in a way that little else does.” We’ve seen throughout history, on stages big and small, the power of sports to not only reveal […]
The Cain Center for the Arts is off to a boffo start
March 22. By TL Bernthal. As the inaugural season for the Cain Center for the Arts hits mid-season, executive director Justin Dionne is looking ahead and booking acts for the fall. The inaugural season was somewhat like a soft opening for the center staff, learning what works well and how to enhance the experience. “This […]
Cornelius home sales
March 22. These property transactions were recorded by the Mecklenburg County Register of Deeds Jan. 19-Feb. 20. 1/19/23 $599,000 Weekley Homes to Jonathon Wagoner, 8115 Houser St. 1/20/23 $330,000 Offered Point LLC to DAAP Corp., 19532 Makayla Ln. 1/23/23 $1,950,000 Betty & Erman Evans Jr. to William & Janeen Henley, 19700 Shearwater Point Dr. 1/24/23 […]
Cornelius Town Board formalizes Medic concerns
March 21. By Dave Vieser. At their March 20 meeting, the Cornelius Town Board formalized the town’s position on several issues involving the County Medic System. Following the lead of the Davidson Town Board, the commissioners unanimously approved a resolution addressing changes regarding dispatch procedures and a new response protocol for Medic EMS calls within […]
Board says no to Birkdale Village proposal for office space, parking deck
March 21. By TL Bernthal. The Huntersville Town Board voted 4-2 to deny the rezoning request that would have allowed construction of Class A office space and a parking deck at Birkdale Village. Critics in the adjacent residential neighborhood that in both Huntersville and Cornelius have been vocal about concerns about traffic flow, parking and […]
Thinking about getting more active? Check out these options
March 21. Here’s a reminder of drop-in sessions offered through the Cornelius Parks and Recreation Department. —Cardio Funk: Drop in for this high-energy class at Bailey Road Recreation Center on Saturday mornings, 9-10am, and on Monday nights, 6:30-7:30pm. $10 per class, pay at the door. —Adult Open Gym Basketball is returning. Join us on Tuesday nights, 6:30-9pm, […]
Weekly calendar March 20-26: Police chief, pottery, concerts and ballet
Calendar Sponsors Here’s what happening this week around Lake Norman. Monday, March 20 Davidson Forum: Religious Views and Economic Life Panel Discussion 7-9 pm | March 20. Featuring Douglas Hicks, president and professor of religious studies, Jaya Jha, Boone assistant professor of economics, and Clark Ross, Frontis W. Johnston professor of economics. Knobloch Campus Center […]
A look back at St. Patrick’s Day celebrations around Lake Norman
March 20. Photos by Jason Benavides. The dreary weather didn’t stop the St. Patrick’s Day celebrations this weekend. Here’s a look back at some of the events around Lake Norman.
Police Chief speaking at Newsmakers Breakfast Tuesday
March 20. The Newsmakers Breakfast March 21 at The Peninsula Club features Cornelius Police Chief David Baucom. The Q&A over breakfast is an open-forum Q&A with people who make the news. Anyone can ask a question. Details The cost to attend is $15, which includes a full country breakfast. Doors open at 7:15 am for […]
Huntersville leaders expected to vote on Birkdale Village tonight
March 20. By TL Bernthal. The vote tonight on plans for office space and a parking deck at Birkdale Village will surely be split, but the final outcome is not apparent. Mayor Melinda Bales may need to cast a tie-breaking vote. On Friday afternoon she announced plans to seek a second term. The vocal public […]
