Davidson News
Mayor, 4 incumbents file for re-election; 5th incumbent to file Wednesday
July 6. By Dave Yochum. Four incumbents on the Cornelius Town Board have filed to run for re-election, along with Woody Washam Jr. who is seeking a third term as mayor. Also filing on Friday were fellow commissioners Jim Duke, Michael Miltich, Thurman Ross and Tricia Sisson. The fifth commissioner, Denis Bilodeau, says he will […]
Davidson to create a Pedestrian Safety Task Force; applications now available
June 24. The Davidson Board of Commissioners are moving forward with the formation of a Pedestrian Safety Task Force in response to the pedestrian fatality on Thursday, June 17. After much discussion on pedestrian safety and about how best to proceed at the board regular meeting on Tuesday, June 22, the board agreed to form […]
Davidson seeks volunteers to help plan National Night Out
The Davidson Police Department is looking for residents interested in helping to plan its National Night Out event. This year the town will celebrate National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 3 from 5-7 pm at Roosevelt Wilson Park. Cornelius, meanwhile, has moved its event to Oct. 5, Cornelius Police Chief Kevin Black said. “Typically the […]
Davidson Police Department offers Dog Walker Watch Program
June 23. The Davidson Police Department is inviting residents to a Dog Walker Watch training session on July 7 in the at Town Hall. Dog Walker Watch encourages neighbors to help local law enforcement by acting as extra eyes and ears while out walking their dogs. “We are a community that enjoys being outdoors and […]
Davidson Police ID victim of pedestrian fatality
June 18. Davidson resident Suzanne Younts died yesterday after being struck by a vehicle on Main Street near her home. Davidson Police said the accident happened at 1:02 pm yesterday. The Hillside Drive resident was on Main Street near the intersections of Chairman Blake and South Streets. Davidson Police and Fire responded. The 64-year-old former […]
Juneteenth observation Saturday at Ada Jenkins
June 18. Davidson Mayor Rusty Knox will speak at the Juneteenth observation Saturday at the Ada Jenkins Center. The nationwide holiday celebrating the emancipation of African-Americans originated in Galveston, Texas in 1865 and has spread nationwide since then. The event, which runs from 11 am to 2 pm, includes music and entertainment as well as […]
Pedestrian fatality in Davidson
June 17. Davidson Police say a 64-year-old woman died as a result of injuries she suffered when struck by a vehicle on Main Street. The incident, which occurred around 1 pm, is being investigated by the Davidson Police Department and NC State Highway Patrol. Five years ago a Cornelius resident was also struck and killed […]
The things police do
June 16. Davidson Police officers will read “Officer Buckle and Gloria” by Peggy Rathmann during Summertime Storytime on Tuesday, June 22 on the steps of the Davidson Public Library. There will be two sessions, one at 1:30 pm and another at 5:30. Bring a blanket! More info: DPDCommunityEngagement@townofdavidson.org. “Community engagement is a priority for the […]
Get a bang out of local Independence Day observations
June 14. Independence Day observations are back after the COVID hiatus. While there are no fireworks in Davidson, residents are invited to celebrate with a patriotic stroll up South Street to the Town Green. There will also be a concert on the green starting at 6 pm. Likewise, no town-sponsored fireworks in Huntersville July 4, […]
Fun things to do on Saturday
June 11. There’s fun to be had Saturday night in Lake Norman, whether you stay in tune as the Davidson mayor plays at the Second Saturday Concerts @ The Square or your tastes runs to comedy or a Lynyrd Skynyrd tribute or some Dad pampering. Beerly Funny Comedy Night Andy Forrester at New Victory Lanes. […]
