Cornelius News
By the numbers: Ada Jenkins
Jan. 26. COVID-19 stresses everyone, especially those who were already on the edge of economic stability. The Ada Jenkins Center in Davidson mission is to help those in poverty break the cycle and gain economic independence. The Center has become a resource hub for Davidson, Cornelius and Huntersville and a well-respected model for community centers […]
COVID-19 update Jan. 25: Hospitalizations surpass 5,000 but new cases fall
Jan. 25. COVID-related hospitalizations statewide broke through the 5,000 mark in today’s coronavirus update from the NC Dept. of Health & Human Services. There are 5,055 North Carolinians hospitalized with the coronavirus, a record. Deaths There were 46 new COVID deaths reported by the NCDHHS today statewide. New cases There were 13,017 new cases in […]
Big Day at the Lake back July 16, complete with picnic at the Explorium
Jan. 25. Big Day at the Lake will be back this summer on July 16, with plans to bring back the picnic at the Duke Energy Explorium barring unforeseen circumstances. The event, which supports at-risk kids in Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Carolinas, brings people together who wouldn’t otherwise come together for a full […]
Construction ahead: Where road work begins in 2022
Jan. 25. By Dave Vieser. First, the good news: Multiple road improvements are expected to begin in 2022—much of it involving relocating utilities. The bad news: Most of the projects will not be completed by year-end 2022 and the timeline may be extended even further if the NC Dept. of Transportation runs out of money. […]
Weekly planner: Jan. 24-30: Events virtual and in-person
Trying to figure out what to do? This calendar, published weekly on Mondays, can point you to some of the best options in Lake Norman. Here’s a look at what’s coming up: Jan. 24, 25 and 27 Open Track Nights on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 6-8 pm. James Hoyt Wilhelm Park’s 1/4-mile walking track will […]
The North Carolina Brewers and Music Festival is back in 2022
Jan. 24. The North Carolina beer festival returns with favorite breweries and a music lineup that you’ve been waiting two years to hear. The event will be held May 6-7 at Historic Rural Hill. If you purchased tickets in 2020, those tickets will be honored, including camping passes. Tickets go back on sale on Tuesday, […]
Cornelius gets AAA outstanding bond rating
Jan. 24. The town has again received a AAA Bond Rating from Standard & Poor’s—the highest credit rating any institution can receive. This rating is a reflection of “robust management practices, long-term planning, very strong institutional framework” and year-over-year contributions to fund balance, according to the town. Additionally, S&P indicated a stable outlook relative to […]
Many roads are slick, Public Works will brine main roads this morning
Jan. 22. There’s is plenty of sunshine to help enjoy the snow that fell last night but roads were icy at 8 this morning. It was slick at Jetton and West Catawba, all of Westmoreland, while Hwy. 21 and Main Street were in decent shape. Antiquity is a winter wonderland, Jetton Park is closed to […]
Home and property sales: Nov. 23-Dec. 15, 2021
These recent property transactions in Cornelius, Davidson and Huntersville were recorded by the Mecklenburg County Register of Deeds. Cornelius 11/23/21 $590,000 Jeanmarie & Jason Resener to Radford & Robin Bennett, 71403 Summer Place Dr. 11/23/21 $425,000 Karen & Ronald Lindquist Jr. to Anne Reavis, 18701 Nautical Dr. Apt. 305 11/23/21 $452,500 Mike & Karen Montnaro […]
Weekend planner Jan. 21-23: What do NASCAR and Harry Potter have in common? This weekend.
Here’s a look at what’s coming up this weekend: Jan. 21 Adult Night Out 6:30-8:30 pm. Make a welcome sign. Huntersville Rec Center, 11836 Verhoeff Dr. $15 Huntersville resident; $20 others. NASCAR Hall of Fame Tickets to the Class of 2021 Induction Ceremony and weekend activities. Jan. 22 Harry Potter Children’s Suite for Orchestra 11 […]
