Cornelius News
2022 Living Income Standard soars to new heights
[Analysis] May 6. By Patrick McHugh, Logan Rockefeller Harris and Neil Harrington/NC Policy Watch. When COVID-19 arrived, few (if any) pundits predicted inflation would become one of the most fretted-over issues in 2022, but here we are. Supply chain disruptions, pent-up demand, war in Ukraine, and myriad other factors have made it harder and harder […]
Mother’s Day is May 8
May 6. A mother’s love has been described as the closest thing to God’s love. A mother’s unconditional love is one factor that influences the emotional development of children. Some Cornelius residents shared their favorite childhood memories of their moms. —Tonya Rivens Mom: Lula Bell Houston Mama Lula dragged us with her to singing programs […]
HomeTrust opens in Cornelius, People’s Bank moves to Huntersville
May 5. The harmonic balance of banks in Cornelius is unchanged after the opening of HomeTrust at 19520 W. Catawba and the closing of People’s Bank at 9624 Bailey Road. That means there are still 14 banks with offices in Cornelius and, town-wide, a total of roughly $1.5 billion in deposits, but that’s as of […]
Weekend Agenda May 6-8: Free concerts, Davidson Town Day and NC beer festival
Here’s a look at weekend events: Friday, May 6 Rock the Park summer concert series Cat5 Band features beach music, originals, country, yacht rock and classic rock. Food trucks will open at 6 pm and the show begins at 6:30 pm. Outside food and beverage is permitted with the exception of alcohol. Small coolers are […]
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo
Here’s a list for those that want to observe Cinco De Mayo with a fiesta or Mexican cuisine. Lake Norman Social Districts 4pm-midnight. Join Thigs & Old Town Public House for Lake Norman Social Districts first ever Cinco De Mayo Bar Crawl. Street tacos and empanadas by Freshly Cracked. Music by Dj OP, 5-9 pm […]
Planning board takes up changes to Alexander Farm plan May 16
May 4. The Planning Board will hold a special meeting on Monday, May 16 to consider a recommendation on a proposed amendment to the previously approved rezoning plan for the Alexander Farm. The amendment proposes an increase in the number of senior apartments from 130 to 143 units, as well as the plan to preserve […]
Raptor Center Executive Director Jim Warren passes away
May 4. Jim Warren, the executive director of The Carolina Raptor Center in Huntersville, passed away Friday due to cancer. He had been with Raptor Center for 16 years, 11 as executive director. Earlier this year he announced plans to retire in June. “I feel fortunate to have served at Jim’s side,” said Julie Knutson, […]
Town manager’s proposed $28 million budget calls for penny tax increase
May 3. By Dave Vieser. The proposed $28.35 million municipal budget unveiled Monday evening by Cornelius Town Manager Andrew Grant contains a one cent increase in the town tax rate, which would cost a family with a home valued at $450,000 an additional $45 a year. If adopted by the Town Board, the tax rate […]
It’s Hurricane Preparedness Week. Here’s why.
May 3. While hurricane season runs from June 1 through Nov. 30, this is Hurricane Preparedness Week. After all, it takes time to prepare. And if you think this part of North Carolina is relatively immune from serious hurricane damage, think again. Hugo dealt a devastating blow to Charlotte and environs in September of 1989. […]
Boat host registration is open for Big Day at the Lake 18
May 3. Boaters are encouraged to sign up early to host a Big/Little team for Big Day at the Lake. Big Day at the Lake will be Saturday, July 16 and Boat Hosts are needed to take the Bigs and Littles out on Lake Norman for a morning full of fun before the picnic at […]
