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Police blotter Sept. 20-26
As reported by the Cornelius Police Dept. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 230920084 Fraud 16701 Jetton Rd 15:51:46 09/20/23 ASN Provenzano, Gregory 230920107 Fraud 19136 Juanita Ln 19:18:58 09/20/23 ASN Caimano, Catherine 230924027 B&E Vehicle 19510 Deer Valley Dr 07:07:00 09/24/23 ASN Lee, Keith 230925059 Larceny 20121 N Main St 14:24:36 09/25/23 […]
Generation Radio concert Sunday benefits Cool Kids Clubhouse
Sept. 28. On Sunday Oct. 1, BoatYard Lake Norman will host the Dan Jansen Celebrity Classic Charity Concert with Generation Radio featuring Jay DeMarcus of Rascal Flatts, Steve Ferrone of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Band, Jason Scheff of Chicago, Chris Rodriguez and Tom Yankton. The event starts at 8:30 pm. All ticket proceeds will […]
Lyngbya Q&A: Did sewage spills encourage the outbreak?
Q: After more than a dozen sewage spills in Cornelius waters over the past three years, is there a relationship between these spills and the Lyngbya outbreak? A: No, the sewer spills that have plagued that area probably have little effect on the Lyngbya growth. Lyngbya doesn’t use the available nutrients in the water column, […]
Antiquity Bridge, South Street will close for run in Davidson
Sept. 27. The Antiquity Bridge in Cornelius will be closed Saturday from 6 am to 8 am because of the 18th Annual Run for Green in Davidson. Three courses will be set up for 1/2 marathon, 10k and 5k events. South Street into Davidson will be blocked from 6 am to 9 am, as well […]
Town seeks items related to Davidson School’s 75th anniversary
Sept. 26. In honor of the 75th anniversary of The Davidson School, community members and Davidson School alumni will have a chance to tour the building and contribute items for historic preservation. Prior to the Fall Festival Weekend near the end of October, the Town of Davidson will be collecting historic memorabilia. Community members are […]
Meeting Sept. 26 will address lake weed and algae growth
Sept. 25. A variety of lake-related officials and interested parties will meet Tuesday Sept. 26 at 2 pm at The Peninsula Club to discuss an outbreak of algae and grassy weeds affecting some coves in Lake Norman. Attendees include a representative from US Sen. Thom Tillis’ office as well as officials from Duke Energy and […]
Invasive zebra mussels confirmed in Iredell
Sept. 25. The N.C. Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) announced last week that zebra mussels, a harmful invasive aquatic species, have been identified in an Iredell County waterbody. This is the first time this species has been identified in the wild in North Carolina. The invasive species can disrupt water systems and cause negative ecological impacts. […]
Accident victim ‘recovering well’
Sept. 22. The cyclist involved in the motor vehicle accident that partially closed the intersection of Jetton and West Catawba Tuesday afternoon has been identified by police as Trevor Toothman, a 27-year-old Cornelius resident. He was taken to CMC Main in Charlotte. Friends said he was recovering well after what eyewitnesses reported a startling collision […]
Goodbye Summer, hello Fall
Sept. 22. Today’s the last full day summer: Fall officially begins at 2:50 am EDT on Saturday. Daylight saving time ends Nov. 5. On to the weather. Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 76, breezy with gusts as high as 23 mph. There’s a 40 percent chance of rain tonight. Saturday: Cloudy and cooler, […]
It’s Suicide Awareness Month
Sept. 21. September as Suicide Prevention Month in Mecklenburg County, recognition that suicide is a health crisis. Prevention begins with conversations about mental health, the impact of suicide, and helping connect people with the appropriate services. Anyone who is struggling or in crisis can call or text 988. Residents can also check for local resources […]
