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Who is eligible for Group 4?

March 19. While demand still exceeds supply for the vaccine, including Group 4, you can get appointments. Besides mass vaccination events, drug outlets like CVS and Walgreen’s are offering appointments. Be sure to check out Publix and Harris Teeter; some pharmacies within the Charlotte region have the vaccines. Vaccinefinder, a collaborative centralized portal, can also […]

Weekend weather: Hello Spring

March 19. The new season starts Saturday with sun and highs around 54 degrees; similar Sunday with a high near 58 and plenty of sun. Outlook for next week: Sun on Monday and Tuesday, temps climbing into the 60s. You can check the weather here during the week.

Davidson activated Emergency Operations Center

March 18. The Town of Davidson has activated it emergency operation center because of the possibility of severe weather conditions. For non-emergency concerns, such as a tree in the road, contact the EOC directly by phone at 704-940-9643. This will help reduce congestion for emergency dispatch.

Weather could be dicey Thursday

March 17. The rest of today will be nice weather-wise, but keep an eye out for thunderstorms and some serious wind tomorrow. The National Weather service is calling for highs near 71, and gusts as high as 26 mph. Storms could develop ahead and along a cold front, causing high winds, hail and even the […]

Upcoming: Town Board meets Monday at 5 pm

March 12. Developer Jake Palillo, whose proposal for a mixed-use project on West Catawba generated opposition from neighbors, should have an easier time Monday March 15 when his rezoning applications for 16 single-family home, comes before the Town Board for a second and final public hearing. Palillo is planning nine homes on eight acres on […]

Sunrise, sunset

March 12. By now, most everybody knows Daily Savings Time begins at 2 am on Sunday, March 14 and it will remain daylight longer. For safety sake, it’s also good to know that sunrise will be later by an hour. Sunrise Saturday is at 6:37 am. One day later, it will be at 7:34 am. […]

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Weekend Weather

March 12. Today’s the last amazing warm spring day, with a high around 77. Saturday will be mostly cloudy, with a high near 62; Sunday, a high near 65 with a 20 percent chance of rain. Monday and Tuesday in the 50s with showers likely starting Monday night and into Tuesday. Back to mid-60s Wednesday […]

Fire safety: More time at home means more risk

March 12. By Dave Vieser. Local and statewide fIre officials are asking residents to be wary of fires in light of so many people staying home. Although there were 1,586 local fire calls in 2020, none of the fires were fatal and only one injury was sustained during the entire year. Statewide, there was a […]

Take a walk in Jetton Park

Laura Domingo, a naturalist with Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation, will lead a hike and discussion about the Jetton Park wildlife 10 am to 11:30 am thisĀ  Saturday, March 13. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. No pets permitted on this hike. Pre-register and wear a mask.  

Planning Board, Town Board will hold a joint meeting March 18

March 10. By Dave Vieser. A special joint meeting between the Cornelius Town Board and the Planning Board has been scheduled for Thursday March 18 beginning at 5 pm. at Town Hall. The meeting purpose is to coordinate a review of the towns land use plan. Deputy Town Manager Wayne Herron announced the meeting this […]