Cornelius News
How dry we aren’t: Wet winter precipitates lots of problems
By Dave Vieser. If it seems like 2018 was a really wet year, you’re right. Precipitation totals from not just around the lake but the entire state are reaching or surpassing record levels at many locations. And January 2019, at least thus far, has been just as rainy. It’s an El Nino year, which could—emphasize the […]
New traffic signal system should improve Catawba
Jan. 2. By Dave Vieser. Alert motorists may have already noticed the new cameras on top of signal arms along West Catawba Avenue between Hwy. 21 and Jetton Road. Big Brother isn’t watching you, he’s just monitoring traffic flow. It’s all part of a $548,000 joint project called Adaptive Signal Control Technology (ASCT). The system, […]
Auld Lang Syne: Poet will be remembered Jan. 19 at Rural Hill
Dec. 27. It’s that time of year, when sentiments turn to old friends and “Auld Lang Syne,” written more than two centuries ago by Scottish poet Robert Burns. The national poet of Scotland wrote any number of memorable lyrics and poems that are still part of our lexicon. Here’s one: “The best laid schemes o’ […]
Cornelius, Davidson churches partner in Habitat build
Dec. 26. Working with seven local churches, Our Towns Habitat for Humanity dedicated its final 2018 home to Akisha Trapp and her two daughters, Tylia, 14, and Breanna, 11. The local congregations came together for the Faith Coalition Build, sponsoring the build and providing volunteers. Sponsoring churches include Elevation Church, Grace Covenant Church, Mt. Zion United Methodist, Life […]
Coolest lake photos from VLN contest
Dec. 26. Visit Lake Norman has chosen its winners for the 4th Annual “Capture Lake Norman” photo contest. The essence of the contest is to reveal the aspects of Lake Norman that captivate visitors. The first place winner is Fred Cerbini with his photo of a boat out on the lake. Second place is Jill Martin’s […]
Air Force says Santa has left North Pole
Dec. 24. The US Air Force/North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) is reporting that Santa Claus has left the North Pole, and is on his way to the Far East, Australia and New Zealand. Next up: Russia, and that’s a big one. “Santa is entering Australian air space right now,” said US Air Force Col. […]
Local philanthropy: Special efforts, special people
By Jim Duke. Cornelius has some very special people who make a difference in the lives of many others. These help define our Town and its character. Let’s call them “givers.” They recognizing a need and addressed it head on. What makes them unique is their ability to bring others to their cause and make serious […]
Cornelius resident receives award from attorney general
By Dave Vieser. Debbie Dalton, founder of the Cornelius-based Hunter Dalton HD Life Foundation, has received the Attorney General’s Dogwood Award which is given annually to honor North Carolinians who are dedicated to keeping people safe and healthy in their communities. She and her husband Randy lost their son Hunter to an accidental opioid overdose […]
Town Board OK’s purchase of new police cars
Dec. 18. By Dave Vieser. Get ready to see some new police cars around Cornelius. The Town Board authorized the purchase of seven new $24,000 Dodge Chargers at their Dec. 17 meeting, along with one $31,000 utility vehicle for the Cornelius-Lemley Volunteer Fire Dept. The purchase will be financed by a $200,000, three-year loan from BB&T […]
