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Trump carried Cornelius, but Harris prevailed in one precinct
Nov. 15. By Dave Yochum. You might say Cornelius was a tale of two cities on Election Day. Kamala Harris won Precinct 202, which includes neighborhoods around Town Hall, including Old Town Cornelius and Antiquity. Cornelius’ three other precincts—242, 208 and 240—went for Trump. The actual vote at 202/Town Hall was 3,771 for Harris, 3,652 […]
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Dec. 4. Here’s a look at some exciting things happening this weekend around Lake Norman. Check event links for any last-minute updates or changes. Thursday, Dec. 4 Owl Prowl 6 pm | Dec. 4. Dive into the nightlife of owls during Owl Prowls at the Carolina Raptor Center. Perfect for families with older children and […]
Dec. 4. Every December, Main Street in Davidson transforms into the holiday wonderland known as Christmas in Davidson — a tradition that welcomes locals and visitors to stroll through a festive downtown filled with lights, music and community cheer. This year, the festivities are scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 4, through Saturday, Dec. 6, from 6 […]
Dec. 4. The N.C. Department of Transportation has awarded the construction contract for a series of road improvements that will add multiple roundabouts on the west side of Exit 28. Work is scheduled to begin in spring 2026, with completion expected in spring 2028. This marks the second phase of the “roundabout bookends” designed to […]
Dec. 3. Expectant parents can participate in in-person maternity tours at Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center for the first time in more than five years. Novant paused the tours at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, shifting to virtual video tours that allowed people to familiarize themselves with the facility. The return of in-person tours […]
Dec. 3. Our weekly advice column from Giselle Massi, a former journalist with The Denver Post. “Looking for ideas for presents that punch above their weight. I’m not only looking for suggestions for things I can buy for others, I’m needing to come up with a list that I can give to others who are […]
Dec. 3. The Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s third annual Thanksgiving breakfast raised about $41,000 for local nonprofits providing pre- and after-school programs, as well as vocational and technical training. Cornelius Early Scholars and Bridge of Hearts will each receive roughly $18,000. The Lake Norman Education Collaborative, which works with local high school students […]
Dec. 3. By Dave Vieser. While the commercial development at Alexander Farms remains stalled due to legal and financial issues, it appears that work has begun on the site where River Rock Manor will be built. River Rock Manor, initially approved in 2020, is designed to be a 55+, 142-unit, three-story housing complex on the […]
Dec. 2. Esquire singled out Seaboy restaurant in Cornelius its annual list of the 25 Best New Restaurants in America. “These are the places you hate to leave, but when you do, you leave full,” Esquire wrote. “Full of some of the most deeply personal food you can remember eating, full of joy and ideas […]
