Cornelius News
Weekly calendar Nov. 13-19: Tree lightings, Organ at Davidson, HEARTS Harvest and more
Calendar Sponsors Through Nov. 19 Southern Christmas Show See website for hours and tickets. This year’s theme is Nauti or Nice! Showcasing buoys, boats and sandy beaches our nautical-inspired entrance will be filled with coastal Christmas charm. General admission $18 adults at the door and $8 children ages 6-12. $10 parking. The Park Expo […]
With 13 votes separating mayoral contenders, it ain’t over til it’s over
Nov.9. By Dave Yochum. It turns out the election results from Tuesday night are unofficial, which matters little unless a contest is close—on the order of 1 percent difference between winner and loser. That’s apparently the case with the mayoral contest in Cornelius, with Woody Washam ahead of Denis Bilodeau by only 13 votes out […]
Weekender Nov. 9 – 12: Veterans Day events, craft market, music
Calendar Sponsors Thursday, Nov. 9 Commemorative event marking the Kristallnacht Pogrom of Nov. 9, 1938 7 pm | Nov. 9. At this memorial forum, see a work of art about Kristallnacht, study some historical documents together, commemorate together and mourn together. Led by German Consul General Melanie Moltmann (German Consulate, Atlanta) and Rabbi Becca Diamond […]
Veteran’s Day plans in Cornelius
Nov. 9. Join the Town of Cornelius and American Legion Post 86 at the Cornelius Veterans Monument at Rotary Plaza for this year’s annual, family-friendly program honoring military veterans and those currently serving in our Armed Forces. This year’s keynote speaker will be General Carlton W. Fulford Jr., USMC (Ret.). There will also be musical […]
Cornelius local election roundup
Town Board There will more change again on the Cornelius Town Board starting in December as a result of Tuesday’s election. Scott Higgins, Robert Carney and Susan Johnson will join incumbents Michael Osborne and Todd Sansbury on the five-member board. Two years ago, the board was literally turned upside down with an all new cast. […]
Washam edges past Bilodeau, by 13 votes
Nov. 7. By Dave Vieser. Cornelius Mayor Woody Washam bested challenger Denis Bilodeau by 13 votes with all four town precincts reporting. Washam captured 2767 votes while Bilodeau had 2754 votes, a difference of less than 1 percent. Bilodeau put on a strong showing. The town commissioner called Washam to congratulate him Tuesday night. In […]
Clark Wins Huntersville Mayoral Race
Nov. 7. By Mark Washburn. In a race dominated by vexing issues of growth, public safety and clogged traffic, former Democratic lawmaker Christy Clark cruised to victory as Huntersville’s next mayor Tuesday while two incumbents were ousted from the town commission. Clark, a Huntersville teacher, won with 48 percent of the vote over Dan Boone, […]
Early voting results in Cornelius: It’s neck and neck for mayor
Nov. 7. By Dave Vieser. Early voting results show challenger Denis Bilodeau with a razor thin lead over Cornelius Mayor Woody Washam while the term limit referendum is currently going down to a 60% to 40% defeat. CMS school bonds are heading for approval with a two to one margin. . On the town board, […]
Scenes from Election Day
Nov. 7. Scenes from Town Hall (Precinct 202) and Waterfront Hall in Jetton Village (Precinct 242) as Election Day unfolds. There was no waiting this morning. Polls close at 7:30 pm. Photos by Jason Benavides.
Election 2023: Will you vote yes or no on term-length proposal?
Nov. 7. Voters in Cornelius will decide today if term limits for mayor and commissioners, should be expanded to a staggered four-year format or remain at the current two years. The issue arose early in 2023 when some members of the town board questioned whether the longer terms are more advantageous. Ultimately, they decided to […]
