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Visit Lake Norman recognized with state tourism award
Nov. 13. Visit Lake Norman recently received an award from the North Carolina Travel Industry Association. The organization, which promotes tourism in the Lake Norman area, won a Gold Marketing Achievement Award in the Community Stakeholders category for its monthly newsletter highlighting seasonal blogs, partner spotlights and upcoming events. “We’re thrilled to receive this award; […]
Snuggle up with a cozy fall book
Nov. 12. By Lyn Muldrow. It’s autumn, the time of year when leaves are falling, sweaters are calling, and time on the couch feels sublime. Here are a few staff picks to set the mood if you’re looking for a cozy read to accompany the season of slowing down, resetting, and renewal. Squash & Pumpkin: […]
The leaf vacuums cometh
Oct. 31. Best to scuttle those weekend plans because it’s time to feed the leaf monster. The town’s leaf collection trucks begin making rounds in Cornelius on Monday. If you miss the first pass, they will take multiple trips through neighborhoods until the end of January, but when they arrive is anyone’s guess. The town […]
Halloween safety tips for trick or treaters
Oct. 30. Halloween is tomorrow and the American Red Cross released a list of suggestions to help keep kids safe. The organization said children are more than twice as likely to be hit and/or killed by a car on Halloween than on any other day of the year. Costume safety • Use face makeup instead […]
Visit Lake Norman announces photo contest winners
Oct. 29. Visit Lake Norman unveiled the winners of its 11th annual Capture Lake Norman photo contest. This year’s contest received more than 145 photo submissions from residents and visitors showcasing scenic views, lake activities and lifestyle. Participants entered photos by posting on social media using #CaptureLKN or submitting them through the contest entry page […]
Mt. Zion’s 86th annual BBQ on Saturday
Oct. 29. The Mt. Zion BBQ will take place for the 86th year on Saturday, Nov. 1. Since its beginning in 1939, the event has offered the Cornelius community an opportunity to gather for a meal, greet old friends and welcome new ones. “We do it the old way,” said Chuck Windell, who has been […]
Q&A: Guide to physical health through mental fitness
Oct. 28. Fitness expert and renowned mind-body coach Dave Morrow was sitting in a West Virginia hospital fighting for his life two years ago. The longtime fitness enthusiast had multiple broken bones and lacerations from a car accident on a snowy night in December, and doctors told him he might lose his arm. Flash forward […]
Voting open for the best Halloween decor in town
Oct. 21. The 15 finalists for the coveted title of best Halloween decorations in Cornelius have been selected and anyone is welcome to visit the homes and vote in the online contest to determine the winner. Voting is open now through Oct. 27. Homes will be lit from 5:30 to 9:00 p.m. nightly at the […]
Discovery Place Kids-Huntersville celebrates 15 years
Oct. 21. Discovery Place Kids in Huntersville is kicking off a week of festivities to celebrate its 15th anniversary, including special birthday activities on Oct. 23. From Oct. 21–26, Discovery Place Kids will feature a DIY slime bar where children can create their own slime with mix-ins to take home. The museum will also host […]
Scare tactic: Halloween decor contest now open
Oct. 2. The annual Cornelius Halloween Decorating Contest is now open to anyone interested in competing for the town’s most spook‑tacular home. The submission window runs from Oct. 1–14. The contest is limited to exterior decorations, which must be appropriate for children. Participants agree to have one or more photos of their decorated home, along with […]
