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Davidson is in the plastic-free challenge in July
June 30. Davidson leaders encourage community participation in the Plastic Free Challenge during July. This effort embraces the spirit of the Plastic-Free July global social movement striving to end plastic pollution. […]
ElectriCities to remove payment drop box from town hall
June 30. The ElectriCities payment drop boxes at Cornelius Town Hall and Huntersville Town Hall will be removed due to low use by customers. Here’s how ElectriCities customers can still […]
Strong bipartisan support highlighted approval of transit tax referendum
June 27. House Bill 948 — a proposal to allow a 1-cent countywide tax referendum to address transportation needs — has rolled through both chambers of the North Carolina General […]
New marine commission takes effect July 1
June 27. A new nine-member Lake Norman Marine Commission, with commissioners from Lincoln, Catawba, Mecklenburg and Iredell counties, is expected to provide coordinated governance for Lake Norman regarding public recreation, […]
Cool off: Chimney Rock State Park reopens today
June 27. Chimney Rock State Park is reopening this afternoon exactly nine months after Hurricane Helene swept through the region. The first reservations begin at 2:30 pm. (Gates will be […]
EarthTalk: What is Pollinator Month?
What is Pollinator Month all about and how can I participate? —E.T., via email June 27. Every June, people around the world celebrate Pollinator Month. It’s a time to recognize […]
Big Day at the Lake adjusts event due to algae bloom
June 26. With an abundance of caution and a steadfast commitment to the safety and well-being of the children and boat hosts, organizers of Big Day at the Lake have […]
Police Blotter: June 18-24
As reported by the Cornelius Police Dept. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 250618008 B&E Commercial 19905 W Catawba Av 02:37:58 06/18/25 ASN Apotheca 250618053 Larceny 20125 N […]
Letter: Red Line is 21st-century fix for Charlotte’s growing gridlock
June 23. Josh Farnsworth describes the Red Line as “1970s-style” technology and argues that roads will always work better for our region. The facts on the ground and the wishes […]
NCDEQ advises public to avoid algal blooms that may be in coves
June 20. The NC Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Water Resources (DWR) advises the public to avoid contact with green or blue water in coves due to algal blooms […]
