Cornelius News
Scenes from Bailey’s Glen Ukrainian flag raising
March 3. More than 150 residents turned out yesterday for a ceremony in Bailey’s Glen where the Ukrainian flag was raised and the Hough High School Band played the Ukrainian National Anthem. The ceremony was organized by resident Dave Coppa. Robert Carrington led the Hough band. The Ukrainian flag was sewn by resident Peggy Barton. […]
Bailey’s Glen will raise Ukrainian flag at 3 today
March 2. Bailey’s Glen will raise the Ukrainian flag at the front entrance to the community on Bailey Road at 3 pm today. The Hough High School band will play the US National Anthem and the Ukrainian National Anthem when raising the flag. Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at 11:30 am today in Durham on […]
It’s saved: Tenant house will move to new park on Alexander Farm site
March 1. By Dave Yochum. The historic tenant house tucked away on the corner of the Alexander Farm development site will be saved and moved to a new 3.2 acre park that will be located in another section of the 55-acre mixed-use project. WIN Development plans a $100-million-plus development that gets under way as soon […]
It’s official: Potts Barber Shop is a Historic Landmark
Feb. 28. Potts Barber Shop officially received landmark status Saturday during Black History Month observations downtown. The Charlotte/Mecklenburg County Historic Landmarks Commission plaque was unveiled with members of the Potts family in attendance as well as elected officials. “We are so very thankful and appreciative of this designation. Our thoughts on this day go back […]
Weekly agenda Feb. 28-March 6: Here is what’s going on this week
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: Feb. 28 Black History Bingo/Trivia 2 pm. The program is free to attend. Attendees should pre-register by phone at 980-314-1127. All ages are […]
Last-ditch appeal to US Supreme Court could change Congressional map
Feb. 28. By Dave Vieser. Just when you thought we had heard the last of appeals regarding new voting maps and districts in North Carolina, top state GOP officials said “not so fast” late Friday, filing an emergency appeal with the US Supreme Court. Their action is only directed at the new Congressional maps adopted […]
Black History Month observances Saturday include plaque for Potts Barber Shop
Feb. 25. The town will celebrate Black History Month with a special event called “Embracing Heritage” from 1 pm to 3 pm Saturday, Feb.26 at Town Hall. Special presentations: —HEARTS Park: Abigail Jennings will be sharing the vision for HEARTS Park in Huntersville. —Potts Barber Shop Historic Designation: Regarded as the oldest ongoing Black-owned business […]
LKN Pickleball Association plans St. Paddles Day event March 19
Feb. 25. The Lake Norman Pickleball Association will hold a St. Paddle’s Day Round Robin and Tournament March 19 at Holbrook Park in Huntersville. The morning will start with a fun round robin for beginners/advanced beginners. Event organizers say they will have tournaments for intermediate and advanced players. Register by Feb. 28 to get […]
Oil analyst predicts quick 15-cent increase in gas prices
Feb. 24. By Dave Yochum. Gas prices are expected to climb: Oil and gas analyst Tom Kloza told Cornelius Today that gas prices, already around $3.40 a gallon or more in Cornelius, could jump 15 cents by the weekend in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The national average gas price is about $3.54 […]
Weekend agenda Feb. 25-27: Town Black History Month celebration, art, music and more
Happenings this weekend: Friday, Feb. 25 Blanchard Seniff ’22: Senior Art Exhibition Presentation and Reception 4-4:30 pm. Joinan opening reception with Blanchard Seniff ’22. Artist’s talk will be presented in-person and via Zoom. To attend by Zoom please RSVP. A reception will follow the presentation. Visual Arts Center VAC-117 Semans Lecture Hall, Davidson College. Saturday, […]
