Cornelius News
Canine Officer Zon retires: Job well done
May 7. Cornelius Canine Officer Zon officially retired at last night’s Town Board meeting. Due to health conditions that would put him at high risk in his working police dog role, the German Shepherd was turned over to his handler, Corporal Sam Dellinger. Zon served since May of 2021. Here is the resolution recognizing Zon: […]
Draft budget would keep tax rate the same: $42 million budget proposal
May 6. By Dave Vieser and Dave Yochum. Last year at this time, Cornelius commissioners were expecting a proposed budget which would reduce the town tax rate, even while raising more money. The reason: The county-wide revaluation resulted in significantly higher values, meaning a lower tax rate would still raise more revenue. That’s precisely what […]
Town Board will take a look at proposed FY 2025 budget tonight at 6 pm meeting
May 6. By Dave Vieser. It will be a busy meeting Monday for the Cornelius Town Board considers rezoning for a new brewery as well as appointments to the Town Planning Board. They will also receive the Town Manager’s proposed 2025 budget. Brewery Hearing: A public hearing to permit rezoning for the proposed Fruitful Brewery […]
Weekly calendar May 6- 12: Slow start of week leading to busy weekend
Thursday, May 9 LangTree Live 6:30 – 9 pm | May 9. The Hwy, a high-energy Americana/Indie Rock Band. No outside coolers. LangTree Lake Norman, 401 Langtree Rd., Mooresville. Friday, May 10 Dustbowl Revival 7 pm doors, 8 pm show | May 10. Dustbowl Revival has always been about pushing the boundaries of what American […]
760 Craft Works has cause to celebrate
May 3. By Jason Benavides. 760 Craft Works is celebrating their one year anniversary this Saturday, May 4 by hosting Lagerfest. In a year’s time the Huntersville brewery has brewed 65 batches and released 44 different beers all from one prime location. President and co-founder Wagner Ramsey of Cornelius attributes the success amidst a hectic […]
Junker project update: Vultures watch over W. Catawba
May 3. Dave Vieser. There’s been a big change in the scenery on West Catawba: Clearing is just about completed on what’s known as the Junker project—a multi-family development whose approval shook local politics back in 2021. Left standing at the moment is the former White House Gardens building, complete with vultures. The old house […]
Supporting junior enlisted: Red, White & Bundled baby shower at Town Hall nears milestone
May 3. The “Red, White and Bundled Shower,” which grew out of a visit by Susan Tillis to Fort Liberty in early 2015, filled the Community Room at Cornelius Town Hall last night with baby items and volunteers. The story began nine years ago. Susan visited Walter Reed Hospital in 2015 and met with the […]
‘Sultry’ new TV series filming on Nantz Road
May 2. The Hunting Wives, an upcoming drama series based on the novel by May Cobb, is filming at a lakefront home down Nantz Road. Neighbors say the producers have groomed an already near-perfect beach and added a half-dozen umbrellas. Star power The Starz series stars Malin Akerman, Brittany Snow, Dermot Mulroney, Evan Jonigkeit, Chrissy […]
Weekender May 2 – 5: LKN Bike Expo, Hello Huntersville, Holocaust Remembrance
Thursday, May 2 LangTree Live 6:30 9 pm | May 2. Rattle and Hum, a U2 Tribute Band. LangTree Lake Norman, 401 Langtree Rd., Mooresville. Birkdale Big Screen 7 pm | May 2. NCAA Baseball – Tenessee vs Florida. Screenings are free for all visitors and seating is open to the public on a first-come, […]
Memorial service for CMPD officer Joshua Eyer is Friday
May 1. The memorial service Friday for slain Charlotte Mecklenburg Police officer Joshua Eyer will be live-streamed. Eyer, 31, was one of four law enforcement officers killed Monday after being shot during a U.S. Marshal Taskforce serving a warrant on a felon for possession of a firearm at an east Charlotte home. A processional march […]
