Cornelius News
LKN Chamber Business Expo is underway
Oct. 8. There’s still time to stop by the annual showcase of the local business community. The 2024 Lake Norman Chamber Business Expo goes until 5 pm at the Huntersville Recreation Center, 11836 Verhoeff Drive. Cornelius Today is celebrating 20 years of publication. Stop by booth 312 and enjoy a slice of cake on us.
Helene update: Mecklenburg is now part of major disaster declaration; confirmed NC deaths approaching 80
Oct. 8. As of 6 pm yesterday 77 storm-related deaths have been confirmed in North Carolina by the Office of Chief Medical Examine, but the number will continue to rise over the coming days. To report that you have been unable to reach a person in Western North Carolina, call 211. The Major Disaster Declaration […]
Why was Helene so devastating? Here are some answers…
Oct. 7. By Dave Vieser. While all eyes are on a potential hurricane later this week near the west coast of Florida, questions have begun to emerge as to why Hurricane Helene, unlike previous rain/wind events, did so much horrific damage to western North Carolina. After doing some preliminary research, Cornelius Today contacted Trisha Palmer, […]
Weekly Calendar: Remembering Oct. 7 attack, Chamber Business Expo, motorsports celebration and more
Monday, Oct. 7 Memorial event 7-8 pm | Oct. 7. Come together in solidarity with Jewish people in Israel and around the world, marking the one year anniversary of the Oct. 7 Hamas attack. This is an opportunity to grieve together and support one another. Temple Kol Tikvah, 605 South St, Davidson. Remembrance 6 pm […]
In the wake of Helene, Cintra will cap tolls to ease congestion on I-77
Oct. 4. [Updated 10 am Oct 5] By Dave Yochum. With unusual traffic volumes on I-77 due to traffic being diverted from I-40, Cintra/I-77 Mobility Partners will put a “temporary ceiling” on tolls between Lake Norman and Charlotte. Tropical Storm Helene devastated parts of I-40 in Western North Carolina limiting travel to the Tennessee line. […]
LKN ramps remain open to First Responders only
Oct. 4. Access to the lake via Duke Energy managed access areas and boat ramps remains closed to public use. Access areas should only be used by law enforcement, emergency and first responders. According to Police Chief David Baucom, first responders can access them but no one else due to storm-related concerns. “As conditions change […]
Peninsula Community Foundation establishes $25K matching fund for Helene donations
Oct. 4. The Peninsula Community Foundation (PCF) has partnered with The Peninsula Club and the Peninsula Property Owners Association to help with relief efforts in Western Carolina. Anyone can donate and know that their donation will go to the right place. PCF will match any monetary donations made up to $25,000 for the Western Carolina […]
EarthTalk: What do bees know?
Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that bee populations are healthier in and around organic farms than elsewhere and if so, why? —Martin Mason, St. Louis, MO Oct.4. According to experts from the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, bees are responsible for a third of the world’s food production. Flowering plants, which make up about […]
Town Board will vote on new retail project Monday
Oct. 4. By Dave Vieser. The final public hearing on the Catawba Commons retail project, planned for West Catawba just east of Chick-fil-A will be held Monday Oct. 7, beginning at 6 pm in Cornelius Town Hall. The project has received a recommendation for approval from the Town Planning Board but will also need […]
Lowe’s earns award from PETA for donations
Oct. 4. Mooresville-based Lowe’s has received a Compassionate Business Award from PETA in recognition of their donation of fencing materials to unchain dogs that are kept tethered outside. “With this charitable assistance from Lowe’s, PETA will be able to provide relief to dogs who would otherwise be forced to spend their entire lives languishing in […]
