Cornelius News
2 artists in Cornelius among those to receive ASC grants
Dec. 15. ASC, in conjunction with the arts councils of Cabarrus, Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln and Rowan counties, announced the 2023 Artist Support Grant recipients. This year, more than 150 regional artists applied for funding – representing a 25 percent increase in applications from last year – and 75 ASC Artist Support Grants will be awarded. […]
New police chief worked his way up through the ranks
Dec. 14. By Dave Yochum. There will soon be another long-time officer at the top of the Cornelius Police Dept. Major David Baucom becomes Chief of Police on Jan. 3 of next year, two dozen years after joining the Cornelius Police Dept. In that 24 years he’s seen Cornelius grow from a little over 6,000 […]
Davidson to change recreation program refund policy, making it more like Cornelius
Dec. 14. Beginning Jan. 1, Davidson Parks & Recreation will be implementing a new refund policy for all programs, activities and events run by the Town of Davidson. In an effort to improve the quality of the department’s program offerings and its relationship with the community, Davidson Parks & Recreation is removing the flat cancellation […]
Cornelius attempts to preserve history, accommodate development
Dec. 13. By Mike McGinnis. Three components make up the rich history of Cornelius. To begin with there are an abundance of stories, pictures, relics, artifacts, and history of the town of Cornelius. Secondly, Cornelius is the home to Smithville, one of the oldest African-American communities in Mecklenburg County. And the third historic element is […]
Christmas in Davidson drew crowd of 50,000, town leaders estimate
Dec. 12. Christmas in Davidson drew more than 50,000 people during the three nights it was held earlier this month, a spokeswoman and Mayor Rusty Knox say. “We have always tried to have activities along Main Street to help spread the crowd out and give people more options of things to do,” says Kim Fleming, […]
Weekly calendar Dec. 12-18: Lighted boat parade, Advent services, Organ at Davidson and more
Calendar Sponsors Dec. 12 Advent Contemplative Practice 7-7:45 pm | Dec. 12. Come for a time of sacred practice. You may bring a candle/s to light. Zoom link; meeting ID: 775 653 882. Organ at Davidson 7:30 pm | Dec. 12. Charles Frost, long-time Presbyterian organist, presents a night of Advent and Christmas music on organ. […]
Need help around Blue Christmas? Find it here
Dec. 12. For most, the holidays are a joyful time, but others experience anxiety, loneliness or depression. There are several reasons why people may struggle, Dr. Obi Ikwechegh, of Novant Health Psychiatric Medicine, said in a Novant Health | Healthy Headlines article. In his practice, he’s seen patients with difficult childhoods who have experienced bad […]
Christy Clark vows to run a fourth time
Dec. 9. By Dave Vieser. Will there be a fourth rematch in 2024 between Incumbent NC House District 98 Rep. John Bradford (R) and Democrat Christy Clark (D)? Clark, 51, hopes so. “At this time, my intention is to run for House District 98 a fourth time”, Clark said. “I feel strongly that my voice […]
Jetton Extension/Sefton Park: Community meeting Dec. 14
Dec. 9. By Dave Vieser. An informational meeting on the $3 million upgrade planned for Jetton Road extension will take place Dec. 14 at 6 pm in the Community Room at Town Hall. Details Many motorists use Jetton Road extension and Sefton Park as an alternative to West Catawba. However, the narrow two-lane road has […]
Update: LKN Humane says Nutmeg will have surgery Monday
Dec. 9. Nutmeg, the rescue dog, will undergo surgery Monday, Dec. 12. Lake Norman Humane put out a call in mid-November seeking donations to help Nutmeg get the medical care she needs. Dana Kelley, director of operations at Lake Norman Humane, said $2,925 was raised—enough to cover the surgery and recovery costs. When Nutmeg arrived […]
