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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 […]
Gov. Cooper steps in the Disney/Charter Spectrum dispute, arguing for sports fans
Sept. 7. By Dave Yochum. Gov. Roy Cooper has sent a letter to Walt Disney Co. and Charter Spectrum Communications urging them to come to an agreement even as more cable customers nationwide consider cutting the cord. “North Carolinians are passionate about college sports and it’s a severe blow to have the rug pulled out […]
ASC public art call to artists: Learn about the firehouse project tonight
Sept. 7. The Arts and Science Council will hold a virtual pre-submittal meeting for a project at the Charlotte Firehouse No. 11. Professional artists living in North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Georgia and Tennessee are eligible to submit proposals by the Friday, Sept. 29 deadline. Firehouse No. 11, located at 628 West 28th St., was […]
Tommy’s appliance tips: Microwaves
Sept. 7. 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 will offer the community his advice for various appliances monthly. Microwave ovens sure cut down on cooking time. They’ve come a long ways and meals can be prepared […]
Cornelius Police getting 5 new Ford F-150s
Sept. 6. By Dave Vieser. Five new Ford F-150 Police vehicles will be purchased for the Cornelius Police at a total cost of $279,668.97, following unanimous approval by the Town Board at their September 5 meeting. The new vehicles should arrive in October. The department issued a bid for the five Police Responders, but since […]
Art show Sept. 9 features local talent
Sept. 6. The artists and artisans of Bailey’s Glen and The Forest are holding a “Creative Showcase” from 10 am to 3 pm this Saturday, Sept. 9 at the Bailey’s Glen Clubhouse, 12100 Meetinghouse Drive in Cornelius. Rooms in the Bailey’s Glen clubhouse and the pool area will be filled with original works according to […]
Sewage spill at Birkdale Commons and Stonemason
Sept. 5. [Updated] Charlotte Water crews responded to a wastewater overflow near 16505 Birkdale Commons Parkway on Sunday. An estimated 16,250 gallons reached McDowell Creek in the Catawba River Watershed. The overflow was caused by a contractor damaging a manhole near Stonemason and Birkdale Commons. NEW: Charlotte Water says crews have set up bypass pumping […]
Police blotter: Aug. 23-29
As reported by the Cornelius Police Dept. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 230824060 Larceny 20930 Torrence Chapel Rd 15:05:13 08/24/23 CLO Jezicuts 230825046 B&E Vehicle 21640 Old Canal St 11:03:58 08/25/23 ASN Spungin, Jason 230825100 Larceny 19000 Jetton Rd 20:27:06 08/25/23 ASN Joffe, Bailey Arrests Arrest Charge Defendant DOB Gender Race Date […]
Town of Davidson Advisory Boards now accepting applications
Sept. 5. The Town of Davidson is now accepting applications for 2024 appointments to its Advisory Boards. The deadline to apply for these board is Friday, Oct. 6: * Affordable Housing & Equity Board, * Design Review Board/Historic Preservation Commission, * Livability Board, * Planning Board, and/or the * Davidson Public Art Commission. To apply for consideration, visit www.townofdavidson.org/advisoryboardapplication A nominating committee […]
