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Troop 58 did not forget: 9/11 commemoration in Bordeaux
On Sept. 11, Scouts from Troop 58 commemorated the 20 year anniversary of 9/11 by lowering the American flag to half staff. It was followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and a moment of silence. Members of the Bordeaux community were in attendance to participate in the solemn remembrance. Troop 58, which has been meeting […]
375 Novant team members not complying with vaccine mandate
Sept. 21. About 375 Novant Health employees across 15 hospitals, 800 clinics and hundreds of outpatient facilities could be fired for being non-compliant with its mandatory COVID-19 vaccination program. Novant officials said the team members will have an opportunity to comply over a five-day, unpaid suspension period. If a team member remains non-compliant after this […]
Legislative redistricting hearings Wednesday, Thursday
Sept. 20. By Dave Vieser. A joint committee from the NC House of Representatives and Senate will conduct two hearings on redistricting this week in the Mecklenburg/Iredell County area: —3 pm Wednesday at Central Piedmont Community Colleges Uptown Charlotte —3 pm Thursday at the Iredell County Campus of Mitchell Community College You can also make […]
Weekend weather: Sun, clouds showers
Sept. 17. Sun and clouds are what we’re in for during the next few days with possible showers today, Saturday and Sunday. High today of 83-ish, slightly warmer Saturday and Sunday. If you like humidity, you’re in luck! Saturday: Isolated showers, possible T-storms. High 85. Sunday: Slight chance of showers, possible T-storms. High 86, maybe […]
Police blotter: Incidents, arrests and citations Aug. 8-14
Reported by Cornelius Police Dept. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 210908116 Larceny 20008 W Catawba Av 09:42:00 09/08/21 ASN Circle K 210908120 B&E Vehicle 16440 Sedgebrook Ln 09:59:24 09/08/21 ASN Hepburn, Timothy 210908141 B&E Vehicle 20218 Colony Point Ln 11:18:00 09/08/21 ACT Holt, Christina 210908199 Larceny 8315 Magnolia Estates Dr 15:37:38 09/08/21 […]
COVID-19 update Sept. 14
Sept. 14. The NC Dept. of Health & Human Services today reported 4,760 new cases of the coronavirus statewide, as well as 58 new deaths statewide. Hospitalizations rose to 3,690 statewide—higher than yesterday, but below the 3,800 figure recorded on Sept. 3. A total of 427 North Carolinians were hospitalized due to COVID-19 on June […]
COVID-19 update Sept. 13: Another new death in Huntersville
Sept. 13. The NC Dept. of Health & Human Services reported 5,346 new cases of the coronavirus statewide as well as 172 new deaths since Friday’s report. Another one was in Huntersville. There have been a total of 15,247 deaths statewide due to the pandemic; including 60 in Huntersville. The majority of deaths have occurred […]
The Amazing Maize Maze is open
Rural Hill will host its Amazing Maize Maze starting Sept. 11 with advance ticket purchase and masks required. You will navigate—or get lost in—seven acres of corn. The activity lends itself to socially-distanced, outdoor, family friendly fun. The corn maze will be open weekends starting Sept.11, weekdays starting Sept.14. The maze will be open until […]
Flags at half-staff Saturday 9/11
Sept. 10. All United States and North Carolina flags at state facilities will be lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Saturday, Sept. 11, in tribute to Patriot Day, also known as the National Day of Service and Remembrance. “We mourn those we lost 20 years ago on 9/11 and honor the brave first […]
Weekend weather: Amazing
Sept. 9. The next few days will be delightful, with a hint of fall in the air today, Saturday and Sunday—nice ‘n’ dry, low humidity—and then warmer as we head into next week. Mid-summer temps return Monday, along with humidity. Until then, enjoy the cooler evenings. Friday: Sunny, high near 82. Saturday: Sunny, 84. Sunday: […]
