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Lake Norman EDC ‘strategic pause’ is permanent
March 6. By Dave Yochum. Plans to “comprehensively reimagine” the Lake Norman Economic Development business recruitment agency have resulted in the two decades old organization’s demise. Sources say the North Mecklenburg towns of Cornelius, Davidson and Huntersville will not budget funds in the upcoming FY 2025-26 budget for the non-profit business development agency headquartered in […]
Letter: A rezoning for resale?
March 6. [Opinion] While i understand my fellow residents’ expressed concerns about traffic congestion and lack of parking, I do not share their fear of the results of gross overdevelopment and ultimate destruction of the Birkdale Village neo traditional design concept proposed by Jamestown. I believe they have no intention of building any of the […]
Police blotter: Feb. 26-March 4
As reported by the Cornelius Police Dept. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 250227057 Larceny 8315 Magnolia Estates Dr 14:55:00 02/27/25 CAA Publix 250228047 Fraud 18615 Statesville Rd 12:29:37 02/28/25 ASN Modern Nissan 250228066 B&E Commercial 20125 N Main St 14:35:37 02/28/25 CAA Food Lion 250301108 Larceny 19523 Center St 19:00:00 03/01/25 CLO […]
Weekender March 7-9: Heather Land, Tartan Terrors
Friday, March 7 Heather Land 7:30 pm | March 7. Since her ridiculous I AIN’T DOIN IT videos went viral in 2017, she has gained over 400 million views, 3 million social media followers, and the hearts of hundreds of thousands of people all across the nation at her live shows. Tickets start at $35. […]
Former town commissioner speaks out against business park on Bailey Road
March 5. Greenberg Gibbons’ proposed business park on Bailey Road has stirred passions among residents—and former elected officials. In an open letter to residents, former Town Commissioner Denis Bilodeau said the business park is the wrong project in the wrong location. Making “student/resident safety [should be] a top priority,” he said. Cornelius….we have a problem! […]
Former mayor urges Town Board to vote for business park on Bailey Road
March 5. In an open letter to the Cornelius Town Board, former Mayor Jeff Tarte said their vote on proposed business park on Bailey Road “determines who is pro-business as well as if safe roads are important in Cornelius.” Read more about the project here. Members Cornelius Town Board: In full disclosure I have been […]
Tartan Terrors coming to Cain Center
March 5. If you want to get your Celtic on, the Cain Center for the Arts is the place to be this Saturday. The Tartan Terrors blend the driving beats of rock with the soul-stirring sounds of bagpipes, fiddles and step dance. The high-energy spectacle will have you stomping, clapping, and completely caught up in […]
Opinions differ on business park proposal on Bailey Road
March 5. By Dave Vieser. Two former Cornelius town officials—former Mayor Jeff Tarte and Commissioner Denis Bilodeau—have staked out markedly different positions on the business center proposed for Bailey Road east of Hwy. 115. In a letter to the Town Board Tarte said the project should be approved—and is critical of those who oppose it. […]
Another controlled burn at Latta
March 4. Mecklenburg County Natural Resources staff are conducting a controlled burn today beginning around 11 am at Latta Nature Preserve. Smoke will affect air quality in the downwind area for 2-3 hours. To reduce your exposure to smoke, stay indoors or avoid areas of heavy smoke.
Davidson wants proposals for redevelopment of historic home on S. Main
March 4. The Town of Davidson and the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission are looking for a buyer with a vision for the Louise Sloan House, a historic single-family home just south of downtown. The property is designated as part of a local historic district and is also listed as a contributing structure to the Davidson […]
