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Weekend weather: Punxsutawney Phil was right
Feb. 21. With a chilly weekend ahead of us, it looks like Punxsutawney Phil was right about winter, but temps start to warm up next week. Look for sunshine today and Sunday, despite the chill. Friday: Sunny, with a high near 45. Overrnight low around 23. Saturday: Increasing clouds, with a high near 48. Overnight […]
Earthtalk: Have increased plantings of trees and shrubs exacerbated fires in the Northeast?
Dear EarthTalk: Are increased shrub and tree plantings in the eastern U.S. in recent decades partially responsible for the recent uptick in wildfires across the region? —M. Major, New York, NY Feb. 21. Wildfires are uncontrolled destructive fires that spread over natural areas, like forests or brush. They can happen for many reasons, natural or […]
NCDHHS advises flu vaccinations for children after 2 pediatric flu deaths
Feb. 20. NCDHHS recently reported two pediatric flu-related deaths, the first for the 2024-2025 flu season. According to the Respiratory Virus Summary Dashboard, North Carolina has seen a rise in flu cases in combination with continued COVID-19 activity. Flu vaccinations are important for children who are at higher risk of developing severe disease or complications, including those […]
Hurricane relief drive in Birkdale Village is this Saturday
Feb. 19. Birkdale Village is hosting a Hurricane Helene relief drive Saturday from 10 am to 5 pm in The Plaza area. In partnership with Mission Christmas, Rise Disaster Relief, and Operation Wake Surf, Birkdale Village is collecting donations for those impacted by Hurricane Helene, including: Bedding Toiletries Clothing Diapers Trash Bags Cleaning Supplies Kitchen Supplies Canned Goods […]
Police Blotter: Feb. 12-18
As reported by the Cornelius Police Dept. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 250212052 Larceny 17111 Statesville Rd 16:47:00 02/12/25 ASN Home Depot 250212057 Larceny 20605 Torrence Chapel Rd 18:40:30 02/12/25 ASN Ulta Beauty 250216025 Larceny 20125 N Main St 09:46:54 02/16/25 ASN Food Lion 250217038 Larceny 20227 Heights Way 10:48:00 02/17/25 CAA […]
Governor declares statewide weather emergency
Feb. 19. NC Gov. Josh Stein declared a state of emergency ahead of winter weather today which will impact the majority of the state. AccuWeather is calling for snow off and on starting around 10 am, with a wintry mix from 3 pm into the evening. Thursday will be colder, with a daytime high of […]
Town receives $611,000 from tennis organizations
Feb. 19. Four tennis organizations are giving the Town of Cornelius a total of $611,000 to expedite construction of 12 lighted tennis courts at Bailey Road Park. The project is expected to be completed this summer. ±The United States Tennis Association (USTA) and USTA Southern have awarded the Town a $500,000 Enhanced Build It Forward […]
Possibly an inch of something will fall tomorrow, starting around 10 am
Feb. 18. Winter is back, with some kind(s) of precipitation likely tomorrow. The National Weather Service says snow is likely, mainly after 10 am. New snow accumulation of around an inch possible, possibly mixed with freezing rain and a high around 35 degrees. The storm winds down tomorrow night, with overnight lows around 26. Thursday […]
Holiday newsletter schedule
Feb. 14. The Business Today/Cornelius Today newsletter will not be published Monday Feb.17 in observance of Presidents’ Day. The US Postal Service, banks and most public schools are closed
EarthTalk: Why does Lyme Disease seem to be increasing?
Dear EarthTalk: Does the rise in diseases like Lyme Disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever mean tick populations are on the rise? Are there eco-friendly ways to control ticks? —J.B. via email Feb. 14. Common tick-borne diseases include Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, babesiosis and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Lyme disease is the most well-known, caused by […]
