Cornelius News
Security bollards have been under consideration by CPD
Jan. 3. By Dave Yohum. Bollards and other pedestrian safety measures for large-scale public events have been under consideration in Cornelius even before the New Year’s tragedy in New Orleans. Large-scale events here take place either in parks, or downtown near the Cain Center for the Arts where Catawba Avenue can be closed to traffic. […]
Cannabis entrepreneurs carve out niche in Cornelius retail scene
Jan. 3. By Donna Randazzo. Maui Boyz Cannabis Dispensary is the newest CBD dispensary to open in Cornelius, adding to a small, but growing list of stores that carry legal cannabis products in various forms. Whether used for taking the edge off, reducing anxiety or helping to manage pain, cannabis use is gaining in popularity […]
Weekender Jan. 3-5: The Gibson Brothers, Winter Market, puzzle and game swap
Friday, Jan. 3 The Gibson Brothers 6:30 pm doors; 7:30 pm show | Jan. 3. They’ve won about every bluegrass award you can name and released albums on almost every premier Americana label you can think of. Tickets start at $25. Cain Center for the Arts, 21348 Catawba Ave., Cornelius. Saturday, Jan. 4 Winter Tailgate Market […]
Barefoot ski tournament on Lake Norman New Year’s Day
Jan. 3. Eleven-year old Logan Harrington of Davidson became the youngest competitor to win the Open Division of the Lake Norman New Year’s Day Barefoot Challenge. At last year’s tournament he asked the tournament judge for permission to compete in the Men’s Division instead of the separate Junior’s division. Based on his skill level, the […]
Weekly Calendar Dec. 30-Jan. 5: Winter Trail, Speedway Christmas, New Year’s Eve and more
Through Feb. 16 Winter Trail Check website for details. Explore the expanded Winter Trail with more lights and layh elements that are ready to be discovered throughout the canyon. This illuminated walking trail crosses two suspension bridges and features obstacles, play structures and discoveries for all ages. No pass or reservation required.$12 daily parking. U.S. National […]
Weekender Dec. 27-29: Music, Menorah lighting and more
Through Sunday, Jan. 5 Speedway Christmas 6-10 pm | through Jan. 5. The 15th season of the Southeast’s largest drive-thru holiday light show features more than 5 million lights on a four-mile course that includes the legendary oval, pit road and infield road course. Prices vary. Charlotte Motor Speedway, 5555 Concord Pkwy. S., Concord. Friday, […]
Weekly Calendar Dec. 23 – 29: Lots of Christmas, Menorah lighting and more
Monday, Dec. 23 Christmas Eve Eve Gathering 7 pm | Dec. 23. Readings, carols and candlelight. The Hut/Cornelius Presbyterian Church, 21209 Catawba Ave., Cornelius. The Hut parking is right off of Church Street. Kannapolis Celebration of Lights 6-9 pm | Dec. 23. Beautiful lights and displays in celebration of the holidays.City of Kannapolis Village Park, […]
Although the site at W. Catawba and Nantz has been cleared, 7-Eleven ‘not moving forward’
Dec. 20. By Dave Vieser. This has not been a good week for development projects in Cornelius. First, we learned that the retail/commercial portion of the Alexander Farms project has ground to a halt. Now, the convenience store scheduled to be built near the Nantz Road/West Catawba Ave intersection is also in doubt. “It is […]
EarthTalk: Attention cranberry sauce lovers
Dear EarthTalk: Is climate change decimating the cranberry industry? —D.K., Chico, CA Dec. 20. Cranberries are a vital crop in the U.S., deeply intertwined with the nation’s agricultural economy and cultural identity. Grown predominantly in Massachusetts, New Jersey and Wisconsin, cranberries significantly contribute to regional economies. However, the industry now faces growing challenges due to […]
Merry Christmas from the NCDOT
Dec. 19. By Dave Vieser. Get ready for some temporary road closures starting in the first week of January: Sections of Hwy. 21/Statesville Road will be temporarily closed at night to accommodate construction crews working on the Catawba/Hwy. 21 Dual Roundabout project. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes if they will be traveling at […]
