Cornelius News
Town Board may vote on Smithville allocation tonight
June 20. By Dave Vieser. At Monday evening’s Town Board Meeting, commissioners may render a final decision concerning funding for the Smithville Revitalization Plan. Organizers have asked for $6.6 million out of the $9.6 million the town will receive from the American Rescue Plan Act. ARPA funds are a one-time windfall for governments across the […]
Tomorrow is going to be a long day
June 20. Tuesday marks the first day of summer, and the longest day of the year. The summer solstice — is observed on either June 20, 21 or 22, but this year, it falls on June 21. The timing shifts because it depends on when the sun reaches its northernmost point from the celestial equator. […]
No swimming advisory will be lifted today after 5th spill this year
June 17. By Dave Yochum. A no-swim advisory for a cove that lies between Meta Road and Natalie Road will be lifted today after 600 gallons of raw sewage spilled into the lake Wednesday. Charlotte Water confirmed the spill was due to a cable sub-contractor. Typically any negative impacts to water quality dissipate within 24 […]
Celebrating Dad
Fathers are not always acknowledged for the impact they have on their children’s lives. However, several Cornelius residents shared their favorite childhood memories of their dads. It’s quite common to hear fathers joke about the gifts of socks and neck ties that they receive every year. But most dads would probably agree that creating memories […]
Mountain Creek Park officially opens this weekend
June 17. Catawba County is hosting activities for the official opening of Mountain Creek Park, the newest destination the Catawba County Park System, on Saturday, June 18. Mountain Creek Park was designed with mountain biking in mind. The park’s 18.7-mile trail system includes multi-use trails for hiking and biking, along with several bike-only sections, a […]
A father is patient, kind and a work in progress. I know I am.
MODERN DAD | By Jon Show June 17. Our little corner of the neighborhood has seen an influx of babies in the last year or so, which got me to thinking, because it doesn’t take much to get me to thinking. The Mother of Dragons and I are old. We say things to the new […]
Weekender June 17-19: The Charlotte Symphony x2, cruise in, Juneteenth
Here is what’s happening this weekend: Friday, June 17 The Charlotte Symphony 8:30 pm. Free concert at Duke Energy’s EnergyExplorium at McGuire Nuclear Station in Huntersville. Live Under the Oaks 6 to 8 pm. Heroes at Last. A bar will be onsite in the designated area provided by Red Rocks Cafe. Please bring your own […]
No. 5: Another sewage spill, this one on Meta
June 16. By Dave Yochum. There’s been another sewage spill into the lake—this one involving 600 gallons that reached a cove off Meta Road. Charlotte Water confirmed the spill was due to a cable sub-contractor. A no-swimming advisory has been issued. At 9 this morning workers were digging up and down Meta, including directly in […]
Atrium to present plans for new hospital in Cornelius
June 15. By Dave Vieser. Residents interested in seeing what the new Atrium Cornelius Hospital will look like are invited to attend a special presentation July 18 during the regular Town Board Meeting. At that time, Atrium officials will unveil for the first time their plans for the medical facility to be built on the […]
Tips to stay safe during the heat wave
June 15. There’s a heat advisory in effect, with highs of 95 and above forecast for through Friday, according to the National Weather Service. The Red Cross has this advice for dealing with the heat: Heat safety tips: —Hot cars can be deadly. Never leave children or pets in your vehicle. The inside temperature of […]
