Cornelius News
With hundreds of vacancies, CMS announces employee incentives
Dec. 9. The Charlotte Mecklenburg Board of Education approved employee retention incentives of $2,500 for full-time employees during an emergency meeting yesterday. “We ask so much of our employees just in a normal year,” said Elyse Dashew, board chair. “But the past two years have been extraordinarily difficult ones for educators. We are thankful that […]
Falling leaves: The Town is on the job
Dec. 8. A third round of leaf collections take place this week, courtesy of the Town of Cornelius. Four trucks and crews are out and about on side streets–providing a service that’s rare locally. The Town of Davidson, for example, is providing free paper bags for residents for leaf pick-up. Billions and billions, presumably With […]
Fishing champ hosts tournament benefiting Warrior’s Journey
Dec. 8. Angler extraordinaire Hank Cherry of Lincolnton will host a special fishing tournament Dec. 11 for The Warrior’s Journey, an organization dedicated to serving military veterans and their families. The two-time Bassmaster Classic champion said the tournament winner is guaranteed a $5,000 purse. “The Warrior’s Journey gives everything they have to help serve so […]
N. Main landmark being rehabbed; tenants expected to include butcher shop, restaurant
Dec. 7. By Dave Vieser. [Updated] Major changes are coming to the Heritage Plaza Center on North Main Street just south of the Davidson boundary. The exterior of the building is being totally renovated to include painting of the brick, black trim work and natural wood accents for an “updated, modern aesthetic.” There will be […]
Suicide: For many, this is a difficult time of year
In an imminent crisis, dial 911. 24 hour/7 day/week hotlines National Suicide Hotline 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) Website: Suicide Prevention Lifeline Veterans Crisis Line 1-800-273-8255 Press 1 Local Hotline: CHS (Carolinas Healthcare Services) Behavioral Health Call Center (704) 444-2400 or 1-800-418-2065 Helpful Websites Specifically Dealing With Suicide American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) The first few weeks […]
Dave Gilroy is new mayor pro tem in Cornelius
Dec. 7. By Dave Vieser. There was a changing of the guard last night as four new Town Board members were installed: Colin Furcht, Dave Gilroy, Michael Osborne and Todd Sansbury replaced Jim Duke, Mike Miltich, Thurman Ross and Tricia Sisson. Denis Bilodeau was the only incumbent commissioner who was re-elected; Mayor Woody Washam ran […]
COVID update: NC positivity rate at 9.1%
Dec. 7. The NC Dept. of Health & Human Services today reported 2,104 new cases of the coronavirus. The positivity rate statewide climbed to 9.1 percent, up from 5.1 percent on Nov. 8 There were 69 new deaths statewide, but none in Mecklenburg County. Hospitalizations State health officials said there were 1,376 people hospitalized with […]
Appeals Court halts candidate filing
Dec. 6. By Dave Yochum. The NC Court of Appeals has halted candidate filing in a wide variety of federal, state and local races around the state. Lawsuits had been filed challenging the new maps which determine the boundaries of various voting districts. Candidate filing started at noon today. One of the lawsuits, filed by […]
Weekly planner Dec 6-12: Holiday events, book give-away and exercise options
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: Through Dec. 10 Santa’s Mailbox Bring your letter for Santa to the Cornelius Arts Center and send it on an express journey to […]
As of today, it will be Bradford vs. Clark in NC District 98
Dec. 6. Former NC Rep. Christy Clark, a Democrat, has announced plans to run for her old seat in the North Carolina House of Representatives—which John Bradford won back last year. NC District 98 will be one of the most competitive races in North Carolina next year. In 2020 both President Biden and Gov. Cooper […]
