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Weekly Calendar March 31 – April 6: Theater, music and more
Monday, March 31 Book Talk – Unforgettable Sacrifice: How Black Communities Remember the Civil War 4:30 – 6 pm | March 31. Book reading by author Hilary Green and Conversation with Vanessa Castenada (Africana Studies and Latin American Studies) and Meghna Chauduri (History). Join us for an evening of conversation and celebration accompanied by light […]
Don’t use fire pits, please, as burn ban remains in effect
March 31. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management is reminding residents that the statewide burn ban remains in effect. Because of increased fire risk, the N.C. Forest Service has issued a ban on all open burning and has canceled all burning permits statewide until further notice. The burn ban prohibits all open burning, no matter the distance to […]
Seven students at Lakeside Charter qualify for national history competition in Orlando
March 31. Seven students from Lakeside Charter Academy were winners in the regional round of the Great History Challenge at Winthrop University on March 25. Their exceptional performance earned them a spot at the National competition in May, to be held in Orlando over the Memorial Day weekend. The students are: Colton Garris – 6th […]
EarthTalk: Why is wind power suddenly up in the air?
Dear EarthTalk: How is wind power doing in the US? —P.K. via email March 28. Wind energy is the largest single source of renewable energy in the U.S., comprising 10 percent of the nation’s electricity mix. In Iowa and South Dakota, wind provides more than half the electricity. In 2024, U.S. wind electricity generation surpassed […]
Weekend Weather
March 28. Lovely today and Saturday, but possible storms Sunday afternoon. Friday: Sunny, breezy, high near 78. Saturday: Partly sunny, breezy, high near 77. Sunday: 30 percent chance of showers, mainly after 2 pm. High near 76 with wind gusts as high as 20 mph. Possible storms overnight. Monday: Showers likely, thunderstorm possible. High near […]
MAU5 comes to Cornelius Saturday night
March 27. MAU5, a Charlotte-based 90’s alternative cover band, will bring an electrifying night of alternative rock hits to the Tropicana Saturday March 29. This high-energy performance features top tracks from the 90’s alternative rock scene that defined a generation. The show starts at 10 pm.
Marine safety improves in wake of new rental regulations
March 27. By Dave Vieser. Boaters are hopeful the Lake Norman Marine Commission’s (LNMC) new Boat Rental Regulations have improved safety on the lake. There was one fatality in 2024 related to an unlicensed boat rental company. Why it matters Lake Norman, the largest lake in North Carolina, saw 28 boating-related deaths between 2012 and […]
Tex-Mex style restaurant will open in former Waterman space next year
Charlotte restaurateur Rob Duckworth plans to open a new eatery in the old Waterman space on Bailey Road at Hwy. 21. Chili Willi’s, a Tex-Mex cantina concept, is expected to open next year across from the new Atrium Lake Norman hospital. Duckworth is the owner of such local mainstays at Link & Pin and Duckworth’s […]
Weekender March 27-30: Bach Festival, Country Music Festival and more
Thursday, March 27 A.J. Ghent & His Singing Guitar 7 pm | March 27. Viral influencer, singer, songwriter, and slide guitarist AJ Ghent is captivating audiences nationwide with his live performances, showcasing the therapeutic power of his “Singing Guitar.” By creating soundscapes that deeply resonate with listeners, Ghent is redefining the concert experience, transforming each […]
Seaboy opening with a full house tonight
March 26. Seaboy Restaurant and Bar, which opens tonight on North Main in Cornelius, is fully booked through Saturday. Owner Jonathan Cox, the chef who has led kitchens for Jon Dressler of Rare Roots Hospitality, has eight people on staff. The dining room has 10 tables but there is outside seating as well. The cozy restaurant […]
