Cornelius News
Washam plans to run for a fifth term this fall
Jan. 7. By Dave Yochum. When Woody Washam thinks of someone in politics he’d like to emulate, Joe Knox, the former mayor of Mooresville for 30 years, is top of mind. Knox was also a commissioner on the Mooresville Town Board and a leader of the Mooresville Chamber of Commerce. Washam, who is in his […]
Weekly Calendar Jan. 6-12: Comedy Bingo, Chilly Plunge, music and more
Tuesday, Jan. 7 Armour After Dark: Comedy Bingo 7:30pm | Jan. 7. A variety show with some of Charlotte’s best stand-up comedians. You get to participate by receiving a bingo card and filling it out as the comics say or do key things during their acts. Prizes galore for winning audience members. The theater will […]
Town Board will hold first meeting of ’25 tonight, with police promotions on the agenda
Jan. 6. The Cornelius Police Dept. will be in the spotlight at tonight’s Town Board meeting, the first in 2025. Several members of the department will be recognized for their recent promotions, while the town board will also consider the acceptance of a $100,000 anonymous donation. The $100,000 donation to the department breaks new ground […]
You can pay respects to Jimmy Carter at Habitat ReStore this week
Jan. 5. President Joe Biden declared Jan. 9 a national day of mourning, issued an executive order closing all executive departments and agencies of the federal government that day, and ordered US flags to fly at half-staff for 30 days. Habitat Charlotte Region is inviting the public to pay tribute to President Carter by signing […]
Security bollards have been under consideration by CPD
Jan. 3. By Dave Yohum. Bollards and other pedestrian safety measures for large-scale public events have been under consideration in Cornelius even before the New Year’s tragedy in New Orleans. Large-scale events here take place either in parks, or downtown near the Cain Center for the Arts where Catawba Avenue can be closed to traffic. […]
Cannabis entrepreneurs carve out niche in Cornelius retail scene
Jan. 3. By Donna Randazzo. Maui Boyz Cannabis Dispensary is the newest CBD dispensary to open in Cornelius, adding to a small, but growing list of stores that carry legal cannabis products in various forms. Whether used for taking the edge off, reducing anxiety or helping to manage pain, cannabis use is gaining in popularity […]
Weekender Jan. 3-5: The Gibson Brothers, Winter Market, puzzle and game swap
Friday, Jan. 3 The Gibson Brothers 6:30 pm doors; 7:30 pm show | Jan. 3. They’ve won about every bluegrass award you can name and released albums on almost every premier Americana label you can think of. Tickets start at $25. Cain Center for the Arts, 21348 Catawba Ave., Cornelius. Saturday, Jan. 4 Winter Tailgate Market […]
Barefoot ski tournament on Lake Norman New Year’s Day
Jan. 3. Eleven-year old Logan Harrington of Davidson became the youngest competitor to win the Open Division of the Lake Norman New Year’s Day Barefoot Challenge. At last year’s tournament he asked the tournament judge for permission to compete in the Men’s Division instead of the separate Junior’s division. Based on his skill level, the […]
Weekly Calendar Dec. 30-Jan. 5: Winter Trail, Speedway Christmas, New Year’s Eve and more
Through Feb. 16 Winter Trail Check website for details. Explore the expanded Winter Trail with more lights and layh elements that are ready to be discovered throughout the canyon. This illuminated walking trail crosses two suspension bridges and features obstacles, play structures and discoveries for all ages. No pass or reservation required.$12 daily parking. U.S. National […]
Weekender Dec. 27-29: Music, Menorah lighting and more
Through Sunday, Jan. 5 Speedway Christmas 6-10 pm | through Jan. 5. The 15th season of the Southeast’s largest drive-thru holiday light show features more than 5 million lights on a four-mile course that includes the legendary oval, pit road and infield road course. Prices vary. Charlotte Motor Speedway, 5555 Concord Pkwy. S., Concord. Friday, […]
