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Pedestrian struck in Davidson

Dec. 26. Six months after a pedestrian fatality on Main Street, Davidson Police say there has been another incident near the South Street intersection: A pedestrian was struck and transported with non-life threatening injuries to the hospital Sunday. A witness told police the pedestrian was crossing against the signal. Troubling history In June, Davidson resident […]

Check out these books 

Dec. 21. ReadDavidson has announced its four book selections for all ages for the 2022 community read and events in Spring 2022: “Infinite Country,” “What Makes Us,” “When Stars are Scattered” and “Story Boat.” Click here for details.  

Loaves and Fishes needs to stock shelves

Dec. 16. Ada Jenkins’ Loaves & Fishes needs  the following for their food pantry:     * Canned fruit (in its own juice, no sugar added) * Boxed cereal * Laundry detergent  * Shaving razors * Feminine hygiene supplies  * Deodorant * Cat and dog food in 3- to 5-pound bags The greatest need is […]

Davidson offices close for the holidays

Dec. 16.  Because of  the upcoming holidays, the Town of Davidson offices, including Davidson Town Hall at 216 South Main St. and the Parks and Recreation Department at 865 South St., will close Thursday, Dec. 23; Friday, Dec.24; and Monday, Dec. 27, re-opening on Tuesday, Dec. 28.  The offices will close again on Friday, Dec. […]

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Falling leaves: The Town is on the job

Dec. 8. A third round of leaf collections take place this week, courtesy of the Town of Cornelius. Four trucks and crews are out and about on side streets–providing a service that’s rare locally. The Town of Davidson, for example, is providing free paper bags for residents for leaf pick-up. Billions and billions, presumably With […]

Christmas in Davidson

2 more nights for ‘Christmas in Davidson’

Dec. 3. There are two more nights left for Christmas in Davidson, which runs from 6 pm to 9 pm both Friday and Saturday. All activities are outside in light of the ongoing pandemic, but it’s lively with plenty of family fun—including a doggy show tonight. Click here for the schedule. Main Street will be […]

Ada Jenkins Pantry needs your donations to stock shelves

Nov. 23. Ada Jenkins’ Loaves & Fishes is currently in need of the following for their food pantry:     -Canned fruit (in it’s own juice, no sugar added) -Box cereal -Laundry detergent -Shaving razors -Feminine hygiene supplies  -Deodorant -Zip bags-all sizes  -Cat and dog food in 3- to 5 -pound bags -$10-$15 merchant gift […]

Davidson, Meck County offices close for Thanksgiving 

Nov. 18. The Town of Davidson offices,  as well as Mecklenburg County, will close Thursday, Nov. 25 and Friday, Nov. 26 for the Thanksgiving holiday.  Offices will re-open Monday, Nov. 29 with regular business hours. Waste services —Garbage and recycling collection will take place in Davidson on Friday, Nov. 26 for those whose regular pick-up […]

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New survey: Mecklenburg County asks for input on budget

Nov. 17. As December approaches, Mecklenburg County is almost halfway through its $2-billion operating budget. Now the county is asking for input on the FY 2023 budget. Yes, billions of dollars are at stake. In fact, local/Cornelius property taxes make up the smaller portion of total taxes. The local tax rate (.222) on a $300,000 […]

Ada Jenkins Pantry needs

Amidst plenty for many, those with little have the greatest needs. Ada Jenkins’ Loaves & Fishes is currently in need of the following for their food pantry: -Canned fruit (in its own juice, no sugar added) -Box cereal -Laundry detergent – shaving razors -Feminine hygiene supplies -Deodorant -Zip bags-all sizes -Cat and dog food in 3- […]