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Davidson announces town tax assistance program
Sept. 19. The Town of Davidson developed the Davidson Tax Assistance Program (DTAP) program supports the town’s goal of anti-displacement. Eligible residents may apply for assistance through Dec. 1, 2023. Grant funds will be paid directly to the Mecklenburg or Iredell tax collector in an amount up to 25% of the town’s portion of ad […]
Free healthy cooking classes for those over 55 with medical conditions
Sept. 18. Ada Jenkins Center’s “Apple a Day” Cooking Classes for a Healthy Lifestyle sessions are open to the first 10 people who register. Classes are held every Tuesday, Oct. 3 to Dec. 12 from 9:30 to 11 am. Details Participants must be age 55 or older and can attend class regularly every week for […]
Police blotter Aug. 30 to Sept. 12
As reported by the Cornelius Police Dept. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 230830048 Fraud 18601 Old Statesville Rd 12:06:30 08/30/23 CLO Anchor Self Storage 230830068 Fraud 22415 Market St 16:00:56 08/30/23 ASN Buchanan, Lorraine 230830091 Larceny 7419 Mariner Cove Dr 18:52:10 08/30/23 ASN Dixon, William 230901015 B&E Vehicle 17036 Kenton Dr 06:23:00 […]
Weekend Weather
Sept. 15. Get ready for some really pleasant weather, with sunny skies today and Saturday, a mix of sun and clouds on Sunday—albeit with a few showers and thunderstorms to make things interesting—and then a sunny, dry week ahead. Friday: Sunny, high 78-80. Nice ‘n’ cool tonight: 58. Saturday: Sunny, high 82-83. Sunday: Sun and […]
Black tie optional event Sept. 30 benefits Cornelius Youth Orchestras, Rural Hill
Sept. 15. A “Sounds of the Highlands Gala” Sept. 30 will benefit Historic Rural Hill and the Cornelius Youth Orchestras. Doors open at 5 pm, allowing you to explore the former plantation off Beatties Ford Road in Huntersville and soak in the historical significance. The dinner at 6 pm will feature music from the Cornelius […]
Dispose of your old flag the right way
Sept. 13. Huntersville American Legion Post 321 will conduct an American Flag dignified disposal ceremony this Friday at 7 p.m. The ceremony, in the north parking lot at 107 N. Main St. in Huntersville, occurs on National POW/MIA Recognition Day. “We have intentionally selected this day for our ceremony to help bring attention to the […]
COVID vaccines will soon be available
Sept. 13. Both the Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have approved an updated COVID-19 vaccine from Moderna and Pfizer. Healthcare providers are preparing to distribute the newest vaccine which is designed to better protect patients against current COVID-19 variants circulating in our communities. Atrium and Novant officials say […]
Comprehensive housing plan approved by Town Board
Sept. 8. By Dave Vieser. “There’s lots of reason to be optimistic tonight!” With those words, Roger Waldron of Clarion Associates expressed his appreciation to the Cornelius Town Board as they unanimously approved a comprehensive housing plan at their Sept. 5 meeting. Waldron had worked for months on the details of the plan. Much of […]
Weekend weather: The 90s are s-o-o last summer
Sept. 8. After a quick storm last night, look for warm temps today, then much cooler for the rest of the weekend. Just FYI, it looks like there are no 90 temps next week, which means summer weather is getting ready for its winter vacation. Friday: Mostly sunny, high near 87. Chance of showers and […]
Design contract for Smithville includes extending S. Hill St.
Sept. 7. By Dave Vieser. The Cornelius Town Board unanimously approved a $165,000 contract with Dewberry Engineers to design several infrastructure improvements in the Smithville community. They’re part of the multimillion-dollar Smithville Revitalization Plan which includes $3 million from the town and $3 million from Mecklenburg County. The design process should take between eight to […]
