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Arrest report: Car crash involved a stolen vehicle, drugs
Aug. 10. [Updated] A stolen vehicle involved in a crash at Jetton and West Catawba delayed traffic yesterday afternoon, with a large police presence in the area. The suspect, Anthony Andre Hampton, 26, apparently attempted to elude police before the crash. Cornelius Police would not comment, but Hampton was charged with possession of Schedule II […]
Police blotter: Aug. 2-8
As reported by the Cornelius Police Dept. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 230802053 Fraud 18304 Mandrian Point Dr 12:46:40 08/02/23 ASN Boesel, Richard 230803001 Fraud 21201 Senlac Ln 23:55:05 08/02/23 ASN Wolter, Chuck & Karen 230804040 Larceny 19807 Bustle Rd 10:02:48 08/04/23 ACT Need, Linda 230807089 Fraud 20419 Queensdale Dr 16:46:25 08/07/23 […]
Boater survey closes Friday
Aug. 9. The NC Wildlife Resources Commission is asking boat owners for feedback on their experiences boating in North Carolina. The survey, which is aimed at better serving boaters across the state, closes this Friday. To complete the survey, click here. Responses are confidential, and you may withdraw participation at any time.
Donate blood at Carolina Renaissance Festival Blood Drive
Aug. 9. The American Red Cross of North Carolina and the Carolina Renaissance Festival invite donors to give blood at the sixth annual Carolina Renaissance Festival Blood Drive on Sunday, Aug. 13th, at Hilton Garden Inn – Charlotte. The first 100 presenting blood donors will receive a free adult admission ticket voucher to the Carolina […]
Taste of Birkdale is Oct. 14
Aug. 8. Taste of Birkdale Village returns Saturday, Oct. 14 with a number of restaurants offering delicious bites, as well as an open bar and live music. Participating restaurants: Brown Bag Seafood Co. Buttermilk Sky Pie Shop Community Culinary School of Charlotte eeZ Kilwins Red Rocks Cafe Sugar + Ice Details The cost is $60 […]
Health experts spot uptick in COVID cases, a possible harbinger of fall/winter wave
Aug. 8. Atrium Health, like many hospitals around the region, is reporting a small increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. The CDDC says it could be the harbinger of a possible fall and winter wave, although it’s unlikely we’ll see the highs of previous winters. “The numbers are a slight uptick and a good reminder […]
Police take individual with 24 warrants into custody
Aug. 7. The Cornelius Police Dept. Crime Reduction Unit, with an assist from the Davidson Police, has arrested an individual with 24 arrest warrants. Rafael Mickle, 52, with addresses in Huntersville and Charlotte, was arrested in Davidson on July 28 by Cornelius Police and immediately turned over to the Mecklenburg Sheriff. Cornelius Police Chief David […]
Weekend weather
Aug. 4. Once the fog leaves on little cat feet (apologies, Mr. Sandburg), the weather will go from cloudy to a sunny 84 degrees today, with very high 80s and sun in store Saturday and Sunday. Friday: Gradually becoming mostly sunny, high near 84. Saturday: Sunny, high near 89. Sunday: Same as Saturday. Monday: Mostly […]
Tommy’s appliance tips
Aug. 4. 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. Fewer families today have freezers that you have to defrost yourself, but I cannot live without mine because […]
Police blotter: July 26-Aug. 1
As reported by the Cornelius Police Dept… Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 230728010 Larceny 18635 Old Statesville Rd 01:38:00 07/28/23 ACT Circle K 230730035 Larceny Vehicle 11138 Aprilia Ln 10:35:00 07/30/23 CAA Armenta, Betty 230801097 Larceny 15901 N C 73 Hwy 22:07:15 08/01/23 ACT Parry, Laura Arrests Arrest Charge Defendant DOB Gender […]
