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Birkdale Village owners will take another shot at expansion

Dec. 4. Birkdale Village is taking another shot at a major expansion. Jamestown, Birkdale’s new owner, is asking the Town of Huntersville for approval for a 100-foot-tall office, 150 apartments, a hotel, two parking garages and additional retail. Tim Perry, an executive with Jamestown and North American Properties, the prior owner, said the mixed-use project […]

Chabad Lake Norman Chanukah Events 2024

Dec. 4. Since opening in 2018, Chabad of Lake Norman has served the Jewish communities of Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, Mooresville, Troutman, Statesville and Denver. In February of 2024, the Chabad moved into a multipurpose center at 19701 Bethel Church which serves as the synagogue and community center. Lake Norman Chanukah Events 2024 Dec. 15: DIY […]

Tommy’s Appliance Tips: When you need service repairs, get recommendations and ask questions

Dec. 3.  Cornelius resident Tommy Walker had more than 50 years experience in appliance repair and operated Tommy’s Appliance Service until retiring a few years ago.  Tommy offers his advice for various appliances.  Choosing an appliance repair company can be very challenging. Our community has seen a large population explosion, which brings service companies from […]

Letter on Thanksgiving and our First Responders

Dec. 2. By Sara Thomas. Last Thursday our family was able to serve the Cornelius Police, EMS and our two Fire Stations Thanksgiving dinner for the 6th year in a row. Thanks to our generous and thoughtful community this has become a tradition. Donors include Mayor Washam, Commissioner Carney, Antiquity Residents and both Harris Teeter […]

Christmas, Hanukkah services?

Dec. 2. Attention church leaders: If your church is holding special services during the upcoming holiday season, let us know via email. In sentence form (not posters), include the name of the church, location, type of service and time. All Cornelius, Davidson and Huntersville houses of worship are welcome. Email: corneliustoday@gmail.com.

Crucifix in place for Catholic portion of Mt. Zion Community Cemetery

Nov. 27. Mount Zion Community Cemetery in conjunction with Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home and the Catholic Diocese of Charlotte, has dedicated a portion of the cemetery for those of the Catholic faith. The grounds have been consecrated and a crucifix marking the area is now in place. More information: Mount Zion Cemetery at 704-892-8566 or the […]

Space heater, fireplace safety tips

Nov. 27. Temps will plunge in and around Cornelius in the days immediately following Thanksgiving, so many people will be using space heaters and fireplaces. Here are some safety tips from the National Fire Protection Association: —If you must use a space heater, never leave it unattended. Place it on a level, hard and nonflammable […]

Newsletter schedule

Nov. 27. The Cornelius Today/Business Today newsletter will not be published Nov. 28 and Nov. 29 due to the Thanksgiving holiday. It will resume on Dec. 2.

Holiday weekend weather

Nov. 27. Get ready for an up and down holiday weekend, with temperatures up, then way down; wind speeds up, then down. Plants you want to winter over should come inside Friday. Wednesday: Partly sunny, high near 59. Overnight low around 48. Thanksgiving Day: Showers thunderstorms, high near 66. Wind 10 to 14 mph, with […]

Town offices, library closing for Thanksgiving

Nov. 26. Cornelius Town Hall and Davidson Town Hall will be closed Nov. 28 and Nov. 29 in observance of Thanksgiving, reopening on Monday Dec. 2. Charlotte Mecklenburg Library will close at 5pm Wednesday Nov. 27 and will remain closed on Nov. 28 and Nov. 29 The Cornelius Today/Business Today newsletter will not be published […]