Cornelius News
Motorists facing increased traffic as CMS students return to class
Aug. 26. With the 2025-26 school year underway this week in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, motorists are facing increased morning and afternoon traffic throughout Cornelius. Officials with Hough High, Bailey Middle and J.V. Washam Elementary said that while traffic flow is always difficult during the first week of school, they have not noticed any significant difference from […]
Lost Worlds hosting coffee chats with election candidates
Aug. 26. This morning marked the start of a series of coffee chats with Cornelius election candidates at Lost Worlds Brewing. Mayoral candidate Denis Bilodeau opened the series and addressed matters like road construction, the proposed Red Line and more. The events are free and open to the public and offer the opportunity for residents […]
Weekly calendar: Tim Meadows, euchre night and yacht rock
Tuesday, Aug. 26 Euchre Night 6:30–9 pm | No partners required. Pre-registration encouraged. Torrence & Knox restaurant, 20936 Torrence Chapel Rd., Cornelius. Wednesday, Aug. 27 North Meck Farmers Market 9 am to noon | Wednesdays through Sept. 24. Fresh, local vegetables, meats, baked goods and more. In partnership with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Food Policy Council. Behind […]
No swim advisory issued for cove near Lakehouse Wine Bar & Grill
Aug. 23. A No Swim Advisory was issued this weekend after an estimated 120 gallons of sewage spilled into Lake Norman from 18603 Harborside Drive in Cornelius. On its website, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services said staff will monitor water quality in the area until bacteria levels are determined to be “suitable for human contact at […]
Hough edges South Pointe 14-10 in season opener
Aug. 22. By Kyle Moxon. A defensive battle between Hough and South Pointe to open the 2025 high school football season at Bank of America Stadium turned into a second-half quarterback showdown, with Hough ultimately prevailing 14-10. The game featured dominant defensive performances from both teams, including strong play from the secondaries, which shut down […]
NASCAR titan passes away
Aug 22. H.A. “Humpy” Wheeler — known affectionately as the P.T. Barnum of racing — died Wednesday at age 86. Wheeler was a familiar name to longtime North Carolina residents and motorsports fans alike. As president of Charlotte Motor Speedway for more than three decades, he joined track owner Bruton Smith in turning the facility […]
Weekend weather: Humidity sticks around
Aug. 22. Off shore hurricanes and tropical storms tend to grab the summer humidity and pull it northward in the days after the storms pass through but it looks like we won’t see much benefit from Hurricane Erin this weekend, which never got any closer than a few hundred miles offshore. The next tropical system […]
Huskies football opens season tonight at Bank of America Stadium
Aug. 22. By Kyle Moxon. The Hough Huskies open their 2025 season tonight on their biggest stage yet — Bank of America Stadium — as part of the Carolina Panthers’ Keep Pounding High School Classic. They face South Pointe High of Rock Hill, South Carolina, a perennial state-title contender known for speed and physicality. The […]
CMS outlines new cell phone policy for students
Aug. 20. As the final week of summer break comes to a close, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is reminding families about a new state law that restricts the use of personal technology devices during the school day. House Bill 959 and General Statute 115C, which take effect this school year, prohibit the use of cell phones during […]
Weekender Aug. 21-24: The Verve Pipe, Bigfoot, Lucky Cat Fete
Thursday, Aug. 21 LaLaCaboosa – Downtown Music Series 6-9 pm | Aug. 21. Grab your lawn chairs/blankets and enjoy an evening of live music. A food truck and beverage vendor will be onsite with food and drinks for purchase. Veterans Park at Main & Maxwell streets, downtown Huntersville. Friday, Aug. 22 Live Under the Oaks […]
