Cornelius News
Census fallout: Some voters may be paired with Iredell in proposed NC Senate map
Oct. 8. By Dave Vieser. Although the redistricting committees in Raleigh charged with drawing new district boundaries just started their map compilation work this week, early indications are that part of Senate District 41, currently held by Democrat Natasha Marcus, will be split. “Based on the county groupings that the State Senate is using it […]
COVID update Oct. 8: Hospitalizations fall but 2 new deaths in Huntersville
Oct. 8. Statewide COVID-related hospitalizations have remained under 3,000 since Sept. 30, but the NC Dept. of Health & Human Services reported 85 new deaths statewide, including two in Huntersville. There have been a total of 71 COVID deaths in Huntersville, where there have been 13 such deaths in the past month, according to NCDHHS […]
COVID update Oct. 7: Sixth day hospitalizations under 3,000
Oct. 7. Statewide COVID-related hospitalizations remained under 3,000 for the sixth day, but the NC Dept. of Health & Human Services reported 3,781 new cases, up from 3,698 new cases yesterday, and 2,703 new cases Tuesday. There are a total of 2,514 North Carolinians hospitalized for COVID, down by a third since early September Testing […]
Big bend: NCDOT wants comments on Bailey Road straightening
Oct. 7. By Dave Vieser. The NC Dept. of Transportation is seeking public comments about plans to extend Bailey Road westward on a new straighter route to Hwy. 21 in Cornelius. How to comment: Project Email: baileyrd-us21@publicinput.com Project Phone Number: 984- 205-6615 enter project code 4806 Comments should be submitted before Nov. 5. The specific […]
Veterans Day ceremonies are planned to salute the military
Oct. 7. Huntersville is planning a Veterans Day parade and ceremony for Nov. 13. The town, American Legion Post 321and Sons of the American Legion Post 321 will present the 6th Annual Veterans Day Parade and Ceremony on Saturday, Nov.13 at Veterans Park in downtown Huntersville beginning at 10 am. Parade participant applications are due by Oct. […]
Plan your week’s activities: Oktoberfests, concerts and more
Oct. 7. Trying to figure out what to do? This calendar, published weekly on Thursdays, can point you to some of the best options in Lake Norman. Submit your entertainment and event news to corneliustoday@gmail.com. We’ve included some dates for future events you need to register for in advance. Here’s a look at what’s coming […]
COVID update Oct. 6
Oct. 6. Statewide COVID-related hospitalizations remained under 3,000 for the fifth reporting day, but the NC Dept. of Health & Human Services reported 133 new coronavirus deaths, including two in Huntersville. Tuesday’s congregate living report showed no new deaths at Huntersville Oaks or Olde Knox Commons. New cases The NDHHS today reported 3,598 new cases […]
Potts Barber Shop gains historic designation
Oct. 6. By Dave Vieser. Potts Barber Shop on Catawba Avenue—one of the oldest businesses in Cornelius—officially received historical designation at the Town Board meeting this week. Members of the Potts family were there as town commissioners voted unanimously in favor of the designation. “The Potts Barber Shop is an important cultural and historic property […]
Five will decide on tax rate, developments, roads
MEET THE CANDIDATES PART II Oct. 6. The upcoming municipal elections will affect Cornelius for years to come, as they do every odd year. Even though they’re non-partisan—no one runs as a Democrat or a Republican—the elections determine who will vote on development projects, road improvements and the town budget. Next year, five of these […]
A little night music can go a long way
Oct. 5. By Dave Vieser. For close to three years, Boatyard LKN—formerly Boatyard Eats—has been walking a tightrope of sorts between providing live entertainment and dealing with noise complaints from residents. From public comments at the Town Board meeting last night, they haven’t yet found the magic balance. “Once again we had several noise complaints […]
