Cornelius News
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 […]
Weekender Dec. 9-11: Winter Wisdom, Music at the Mill, holiday happenings and more
Calendar Sponsors Dec. 9 Huntersville Holiday 5K 7 pm | Dec. 9. Start at Fleet Feet Sports,16620 Cranlyn Road, Huntersville, in Birldale Village. Registration open. A Classic Christmas in downtown Mooresville 6-9 pm | Dec. 9. Santa visits, carolers, ice skating, shopping and dining, hot cocoa and treats, life-sized snow globe, live musical performances, gingerbread […]
Home Depot seeks permission to expand
Dec. 8. By Dave Vieser. The Home Depot on Hwy. 21/Statesville Road is seeking permission from the town to expand its tool rental operation. A variance, however, will be required, for which a public hearing will take place on Monday Dec 12. Home Depot is looking to expand their tool rental area by building out […]
CATS on-demand pilot program coming to N. Meck
Dec. 7. By Dave Yochum. The Charlotte Area Transit System plans to test an on-demand service that would allow local travelers to call for a ride in Cornelius, Davidson and Huntersville. The goal would be to replace the lightly used Village Rider service in North Mecklenburg. The pilot program will be offered through a mix […]
Give back this holiday season by donating a toy to support Hemby Children’s Hospital
Dec. 7. Novant Health Hemby Holiday Toy Drive is currently collecting toy donations for patients as young as newborns to age 18 at Novant Health Hemby Children’s Hospital. The toy drive is designed to spread holiday cheer to the youngest patients in the community. What can I give? Brand-new, nonviolent and non-religious toys, gifts and […]
Remembering Pearl Harbor
Dec. 7. Gov. Roy Cooper ordered all US and North Carolina flags at state facilities be lowered to half staff from sunrise to sunset on Wednesday, Dec. 7 in observance of National Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. It has been 81 years since the attack on Pearl Harbor, Hawaii where more than 2,000 service members and […]
Washam will seek 4th term as mayor
Dec. 6. By Dave Yochum. Mayor Woody Washam will seek an unprecedented fourth term at the helm of Cornelius government. The long-time community leader, former two-term town commissioner, banker and church organist has also chaired the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce. There’s no word on another candidate, but one may declare by July of next […]
