Cornelius News
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 […]
‘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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Weekly Calendar Feb. 3-9: Art, owls, baby raptors, music and more
Monday, Feb. 3 SPEAS Lecture: “An Epidemiologist in the Land of Ethics” by Lisa Lee, Ph.D., Population Health Sciences Virginia Tech 7:30 – 8:30pm | Feb. 3. Lisa M. Lee serves as associate vice president for research and innovation, leading the Division of Scholarly Integrity and Research Compliance at Virginia Tech. Lee is an expert […]
North Carolina Youth Orchestra is the new name of music education non-profit
Feb. 3. The Cornelius Youth Orchestras unveiled its new name—the North Carolina Youth Orchestra—during a faculty recital at Davidson College Presbyterian Church on Sunday afternoon. “This exciting new chapter reflects our growing impact and commitment to bringing high-quality music education and performance opportunities to young musicians across the state of North Carolina,” said Eric Boruff, […]
It’s a taxing time of year, but tax relief programs can help
Feb. 3. Mecklenburg County citizens who think they might qualify for a break on their property taxes should apply now. North Carolina and Mecklenburg County offer several relief programs for residents and businesses. Qualifying residents might include senior citizens on a fixed income, a disabled resident unable to work, or a veteran living in a […]
