Cornelius News
When will we see action from the parks and recreation bond?
Oct. 28. By Dave Vieser. In November 2024, a $20 million parks and recreation bond was approved by 11,071 Cornelius voters — nearly a 60% majority. Now, almost a year later, residents are asking when they can expect to see action. Based on the town’s financial projections, the first bond sale cannot be considered by […]
Huskies beat Myers Park, eye conference championship
Oct. 25. Ryan Moxon. Hough ran away late against Myers Park on Friday night to move to 9-0 on the season and set up a matchup with 4-5 Hopewell this week to seal a conference championship title. The Mustangs put three points on the board after a scoreless first quarter for both teams. The Huskies […]
Hough’s Gilroy wins state 8A tennis title
Oct. 27. Hough senior tennis standout Devin Gilroy won the individual state title in girls high school tennis on Saturday in straight sets. She handily won the match 6-3, 6-1 over Shreyal Uniyal of Green Level at the Millbrook Exchange Center in Raleigh. Gilroy only dropped seven games and zero sets over her three match […]
Hough travels to Myers Park for big conference matchup
Oct 24. By Ryan Moxon. After a string of blowouts in recent weeks, Hough faces a formidable opponent tonight in Charlotte as the Huskies take on Myers Park in a matchup likely to determine the Greater Charlotte 7A/8A Conference champion. Hough is currently the top-ranked 8A team in the state in the latest Charlotte Observer […]
Business Today: Birkdale sold to new owner for $274.4 million
Oct 24. The only constant at Birkdale Village in recent years has been change, and another shift was announced this week when Houston-based Hines disclosed it had purchased the property for $274.4 million. “Birkdale Village’s highly accessible location, with convenient highway access and proximity to both Lake Norman and major employment centers, along with its […]
Early voting opens today through Nov. 1 at Town Hall
Oct. 23. Early voting begins today at Town Hall and runs through Nov. 1. Polls are open weekdays from 8 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sunday from 1 to 5 p.m. Lines were moving quickly this morning with only a handful of voters waiting outside of the community […]
Q&A with the candidates for mayor
Oct. 23. Cornelius is expected to have a competitive mayoral race this election cycle with three candidates registering to run. Today we are reposting a Q&A with all three candidates that ran in our September print issue. What should voters know about you? Woody Washam– Preserving a high quality of life in our town remains the […]
Weekender: Halloween is coming
Oct. 23. Here’s a look at some exciting things happening this weekend around Lake Norman. Check event links for any last-minute updates or changes. Friday Oct. 24 Big Bad Voodoo Daddy 7:30 pm | Oct. 24. Enjoy their signature blend of swing, jazz, and Dixieland, performed with high-energy flair and a deep respect for America’s […]
Voting open for the best Halloween decor in town
Oct. 21. The 15 finalists for the coveted title of best Halloween decorations in Cornelius have been selected and anyone is welcome to visit the homes and vote in the online contest to determine the winner. Voting is open now through Oct. 27. Homes will be lit from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. nightly at the […]
Election 2025: Details on the 1% sales tax increase
Nov. 4. Mecklenburg County voters will decide whether to approve a 1% sales tax increase, raising the county’s rate from 7.25% to 8.25% starting as early as October 1, 2026. Proponents argue that the tax is essential to address traffic congestion attributed to the region’s growth and commuting traffic that passes through north Mecklenburg, and […]
