Cornelius News
This month in print: What’s up with Alexander Farms?
Oct. 31. The November print edition of Cornelius Today begins hitting mailboxes at all homes and businesses in the 28031 ZIP code. A digital version of the print issue will also be available for download starting Monday at www.CorneliusToday.com. • Update on the Alexander Farms project • Inside look at the downtown master plan • […]
Hough blows out Hopewell to finish undefeated regular season
Photo by Max Gallagher Oct. 30. By Ryan Moxon. Hough wrapped up a 10-0 undefeated regular season Thursday with a 56-0 win over Hopewell on a cool, windy evening at Hough High School. The Huskies scored 21 points in the first quarter despite having two early touchdowns called back on penalties, including a negated 96-yard […]
Mecklenburg County warns seniors about jury duty scam
Oct. 30. Mecklenburg County is warning residents about a jury service scam following reports of suspicious calls, texts, and emails claiming recipients failed to appear for jury duty and face fines or arrest. County officials said senior citizens are often targeted in these scams, which typically involve requests for payment through gift cards, wire transfers, […]
Halloween safety tips for trick or treaters
Oct. 30. Halloween is tomorrow and the American Red Cross released a list of suggestions to help keep kids safe. The organization said children are more than twice as likely to be hit and/or killed by a car on Halloween than on any other day of the year. Costume safety • Use face makeup instead […]
Hough looks to complete undefeated regular season
Oct. 29. By Ryan Moxon. Hough hosts Hopewell tonight in a rare Thursday Night Lights matchup, aiming to complete an undefeated season. A win would also secure a conference championship for the Huskies. Hough’s last regular-season loss came on Aug. 23 of last year. The team has since won 18 straight regular-season games, with its […]
Weekender: Halloween is coming
Oct. 30. Here is a look at some exciting things happening this weekend around Lake Norman. Check event links for any last-minute updates or changes. Thursday, Oct. 30 Safety and Transportation Town Hall 6:30-8 pm | Oct. 30. Rep. Beth Helfrich will host a Town Hall focused on public safety and transportation, joined by all […]
Tell Giselle: Reuniting with estranged relatives
Oct. 29. This is the second week of our new advice column from Giselle Massi, a former Antiquity resident, that will run every Wednesday in the newsletter. “Someone who is friendly with my younger brother let me know my brother is talking about meeting me to patch things up. Although he dropped away from the […]
Visit Lake Norman announces photo contest winners
Oct. 29. Visit Lake Norman unveiled the winners of its 11th annual Capture Lake Norman photo contest. This year’s contest received more than 145 photo submissions from residents and visitors showcasing scenic views, lake activities and lifestyle. Participants entered photos by posting on social media using #CaptureLKN or submitting them through the contest entry page […]
Mt. Zion’s 86th annual BBQ on Saturday
Oct. 29. The Mt. Zion BBQ will take place for the 86th year on Saturday, Nov. 1. Since its beginning in 1939, the event has offered the Cornelius community an opportunity to gather for a meal, greet old friends and welcome new ones. “We do it the old way,” said Chuck Windell, who has been […]
Rep. Helfrich hosts town hall on public safety and transportation
Oct. 28. By Dave Vieser. State lawmaker Beth Helfrich (D) will hold a Town Hall focusing on public safety and transportation this Thursday, Oct. 30, from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at the Ada Jenkins Center in Davidson. Helfrich, whose district includes most of Cornelius and portions of Davidson and Huntersville, will host the event. She […]
