Cornelius News
Barefoot ski tournament on Lake Norman New Year’s Day
Jan. 3. Eleven-year old Logan Harrington of Davidson became the youngest competitor to win the Open Division of the Lake Norman New Year’s Day Barefoot Challenge. At last year’s tournament he asked the tournament judge for permission to compete in the Men’s Division instead of the separate Junior’s division. Based on his skill level, the […]
Weekly Calendar Dec. 30-Jan. 5: Winter Trail, Speedway Christmas, New Year’s Eve and more
Through Feb. 16 Winter Trail Check website for details. Explore the expanded Winter Trail with more lights and layh elements that are ready to be discovered throughout the canyon. This illuminated walking trail crosses two suspension bridges and features obstacles, play structures and discoveries for all ages. No pass or reservation required.$12 daily parking. U.S. National […]
Weekender Dec. 27-29: Music, Menorah lighting and more
Through Sunday, Jan. 5 Speedway Christmas 6-10 pm | through Jan. 5. The 15th season of the Southeast’s largest drive-thru holiday light show features more than 5 million lights on a four-mile course that includes the legendary oval, pit road and infield road course. Prices vary. Charlotte Motor Speedway, 5555 Concord Pkwy. S., Concord. Friday, […]
Weekly Calendar Dec. 23 – 29: Lots of Christmas, Menorah lighting and more
Monday, Dec. 23 Christmas Eve Eve Gathering 7 pm | Dec. 23. Readings, carols and candlelight. The Hut/Cornelius Presbyterian Church, 21209 Catawba Ave., Cornelius. The Hut parking is right off of Church Street. Kannapolis Celebration of Lights 6-9 pm | Dec. 23. Beautiful lights and displays in celebration of the holidays.City of Kannapolis Village Park, […]
Although the site at W. Catawba and Nantz has been cleared, 7-Eleven ‘not moving forward’
Dec. 20. By Dave Vieser. This has not been a good week for development projects in Cornelius. First, we learned that the retail/commercial portion of the Alexander Farms project has ground to a halt. Now, the convenience store scheduled to be built near the Nantz Road/West Catawba Ave intersection is also in doubt. “It is […]
EarthTalk: Attention cranberry sauce lovers
Dear EarthTalk: Is climate change decimating the cranberry industry? —D.K., Chico, CA Dec. 20. Cranberries are a vital crop in the U.S., deeply intertwined with the nation’s agricultural economy and cultural identity. Grown predominantly in Massachusetts, New Jersey and Wisconsin, cranberries significantly contribute to regional economies. However, the industry now faces growing challenges due to […]
Merry Christmas from the NCDOT
Dec. 19. By Dave Vieser. Get ready for some temporary road closures starting in the first week of January: Sections of Hwy. 21/Statesville Road will be temporarily closed at night to accommodate construction crews working on the Catawba/Hwy. 21 Dual Roundabout project. Motorists are advised to seek alternate routes if they will be traveling at […]
Weekender Dec. 19-22: ‘Frosty,’ lighted boat parade, holiday markets and more
Thursday, Dec. 19 Know Your Rights / Conoce Tus Derechos 6-8 pm | Dec. 19. Know your rights when you receive a deportation order, ICE comes to your home or work, or you are stopped by the police. Information is your greatest protection. Conoce tus derechos cuando te llega una orden de deportación, ICE llega […]
Cornelius couple’s new book keeps a sweet family Christmas tradition alive
Dec. 19. “The Santa Committee,” a new Christmas book by a Cornelius couple, Tiffany Rhodes and McGhie Allan, is coming in at No. 1 among children’s Christmas stories on Amazon less than one month after it was published. The interactive book encourages families to participate in daily joy-spreading tasks in the 24 days leading up […]
Gov. Cooper bids farewell as 2nd term draws to close
Dec. 18. Gov. Roy Cooper delivered his farewell address today, outlining progress made building a North Carolina where people are “better educated, healthier and have more money in their pockets to live lives of purpose and abundance.” “We stand ready to welcome prosperity with open arms for generations to come,” North Carolina’s 75th governor said. […]
