Davidson News
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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- […]
It looks like a $384K windfall for Cornelius, thanks to Davidson, Mooresville cable deal
Nov. 16. By Dave Vieser. By the end of the month, the Town of Cornelius bank account may be richer by some $384,000 as a result of a legal settlement agreement with Davidson and Mooresville. The payment stems from the ill-fated municipal purchase of the former Mi-Connection cable system by the two towns north of […]
