Cornelius News
Davidson K-8 middle schoolers heading to Bailey this fall
Aug. 20. By Dave Vieser. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools will open for the fall semester next week and, when they do, 375 students who previously attended Davidson K-8 will now be enrolled at Bailey Middle School in Cornelius. Enrollment at Bailey for the upcoming school year is expected to reach approximately 1,650 students, up from about 1,300 […]
Derek Butler steps into new high-profile role as Athletic Director at Hough
August 19. Derek Butler begins his new role as Athletic Director at Hough High School as fall sports practice gets underway and students return to classes later this month. Butler, who resides in Charlotte with his wife and two young children, was previously at Salisbury High School in Rowan County. He was named Highschool OT […]
Cornelius board approves museum zoning, other items
Aug. 19. By Dave Vieser. On Monday evening, Cornelius commissioners unanimously approved a zoning change needed to permit construction of the Cornelius History Museum. The vote rezones the one-third-acre site on the west side of School Street, one block south of Catawba Avenue, from residential to civic use. The Cornelius History Museum project stems from […]
Weekly calendar Aug. 18-24: The Verve Pipe, Bigfoot and cat fundraiser
Tuesday, Aug. 19 Be Well Birkdale 6-7 pm | Tuesdays through Oct. 22. Find your zen during weekly fitness classes from local instructors including Yoga Six and Pure Barre. Attendees check in through a scannable QR code and earn swag items for every five classes completed. Guests are encouraged to bring their own mats. The […]
Town board expected to approve museum rezoning tonight
Aug. 18. by Dave Vieser. The last formal step needed to give the long-awaited Cornelius History Museum its necessary zoning designation is expected to take place tonight when the town board votes on a request to rezone one-third of an acre on School Street for civic use. The property, which houses the Cornelius Agricultural School […]
Weather: Scorching summer is winding its way down
Aug. 18. Nighttime temperatures are finally consistently falling into the 60s, which means the lake and the pools should starting cooling off a bit as summer starts to wind its way down. Social feeds are filled with pictures of kids headed back to school and college freshman starting a new chapter. Great time to plan […]
Newsmakers Breakfast: History & Future of Cornelius Today
Aug. 15. We appreciate everyone who came out yesterday morning to relive stories from former Cornelius Today owner, Dave Yochum and hear more about the future from owner/editor Jon Show. Special thank you to our sponsors: The Presenting Sponsor is The Lake Norman Wealth Management Group of Merrill Lynch. Breakfast Sponsors are Anita Sabates & Dixie Dean and Matheson […]
Weekend weather: warmer temps and drier weather on tap
Aug. 15. Looks like a dry weekend but the warmer temperatures return. We’re thinking of having a summer photo contest to see whose lawn looks the worst right now. The grass at the global headquarters of Cornelius Today looks like our irrigation system broke months ago, but our water bill says otherwise. Great weekend to […]
Live concert tonight on the water at Ramsey Creek
Aug. 15. The summer’s final Sundown Sounds will take to the water tonight with Gary Lowder & Smokin’ Hot. The North Myrtle Beach band will perform live on a barge off the shores of the beach at Ramsey Creek Park. Concert goers are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the concert from […]
EarthTalk: Improving walkability
Dear EarthTalk: What can we do to make our neighborhoods more walkable? – D.F., New York, NY Aug. 14. Walkability is essential for healthy communities. A pedestrian-friendly community lets residents access vital services without cars. This improves public health by encouraging physical activity, reducing pollution and easing traffic congestion. Neighborhoods designed for pedestrians also foster […]
