Cornelius News
Davidson Home Sales
Oct. 16. These property transactions were recorded by the Mecklenburg County Register of Deeds. 8/19/2024 $1,785,000 Alexander & Joanmarie Haase-Dubosc to Nicholas & Jessica Appenzellar, 17408 Lynx Den Ct. 8/20/2024 $820,000 Cathy & Billy C. Henry Jr. to Shannon McSorley, 19014 Cypress Garden Dr. 8/26/2024 $330,000 Matthew & Marguerite Keeler to Natalie Burns, 15864 Sharon […]
Peninsula Community Foundation collecting new coats for Helene victims in Buncombe, Avery counties
Oct. 16. The Peninsula Community Foundation is partnering with two organizations, Eblen Charities in Asheville and High Country Charitable Foundation in Banner Elk, for a winter coat drive. Eblen is serves hard hit Buncombe County and High Country is serving Avery County. PCF will send half of the coats to Asheville and the other half […]
Beware of hurricane-related scams
Oct. 15. As ne’er-do-wells ramp up their online fraud efforts in the wake of Tropical Storm Helene, October happens to be Cybersecurity Awareness Month in North Carolina. “Storms like Helene offer prime opportunities for cybercriminals looking to take advantage of others during a crisis situation when they may have their guard down,” said Gov. Roy […]
Three weeks later, still no accommodation for pedestrians on W. Catawba
Oct. 14. By Dave Vieser. It looks like pedestrians and cyclists are out of luck when it comes to getting a walkway on West Catawba in front of the Junker apartment project site where White House Gardens used to be. Three weeks have gone by since Cornelius Today first reported on this problem, yet there […]
Weekly calendar: Oct. 14-20: Artist showcase, Jim Messina, more music, movies
Wednesday, Oct. 16 Family Month activities 6-7 pm | Oct. 16. Learn from experts as they discuss important topics that impact families. There will be an adult session led by Keyasia Downs on “Suicide/Crisis Prevention, Signs and Support” and one for adolescents/young adults lead by Chanda Scott on “Suicide Prevention.” Q&A will follow. Dinner will […]
20 Years: A look back
Oct. 14. Cornelius has transitioned from native inhabitants, to a strictly agrarian community, to a mill town, to a lake town, to a full-fledged suburb and now something approaching a junior metropolis. Cornelius Today has only been part of the past 20 years, so here’s a look back 20 years upon our 20th anniversary in […]
How big a problem are plastics in food packaging?
Dear EarthTalk: Are we really all exposed to many hazardous chemicals that come off the packaging our food travels in? What can we do to minimize our exposure to these potential toxins in our food? —William Freleigh, Newark, DE Oct. 11. A large percentage of our food packaging contains toxic Food Contact Chemicals […]
2024 Election Guide
Oct. 11. We’re a battleground state, with Vice President Harris and former President Trump very close in recent polls, so expect to see more campaign visits, more mailers and more ads on TV. Mecklenburg County began mailing absentee ballots Sept. 24. All that said, Early Voting begins next week! Key dates Oct. 11: Last Day […]
Weekender Oct. 10-13: Festivals, music, Laketoberfest
Thursday, Oct. 10 Fabulous Equinox Orchestra: Beatles to Bourbon St. 7 pm | Oct. 10. Along with the greatest Beatles tracks and other beloved tunes, favorites Jeremy Davis and Clay Johnson bring their rich camaraderie and charm to the stage with their talented big band. Tickets: $35-55. Cain Center for the Arts, Catawba Avenue. […]
‘Concert for Carolina’ Oct. 26 benefits Helene victims
Oct. 10. [Updated 7 am] “Concert For Carolina” will raise money for communities in western North Carolina devastated by Hurricane Helene. It will take place in Bank of America Stadium Saturday Oct. 26. There will be performances by Luke Combs, Eric Church, Billy Strings, James Taylor, Bailey Zimmerman, Sheryl Crow and Keith Urban and more. […]
