Cornelius News
Cain at the one-year mark: Downtown Cornelius transforming
Jan. 3. [One year anniversary] The Cain Center for the Arts, on its first anniversary, is being celebrated as a gathering place and economic development driver. Paul Newton, Cain Center Board president and chair, said the founders and benefactors of the $25 million facility knew it would be much more than a beautiful building. Community […]
Cain saw 15,000 attendees in its first year; gala is this Saturday
Jan. 2. [One year anniversary] It’s hard to believe, but it’s been one year since the Cain Center for the Arts opened in downtown Cornelius to rave reviews. —Total attendance during the first year was 15,000, including all programs and town events. —More than 200 volunteers supplemented nine full-time and four part-time staff members. First […]
Weekly calendar: Jan. 2 – 7: A Chorus Line and An Evening with Mandy Gonzalez
Friday Jan. 5 – Sunday, Jan. 7 A Chorus Line 7:30 pm Jan. 5-6; 2 pm Jan 7. Davidson Community Players and LAD Space, a local film production company, gathered local teens for a 2-week process to stage the classic musical. $18 general seating admission. Pine Lake Preparatory High School, 104 Yellow Wood Cir., Mooresville […]
Hoyle rules: Retired police chief receives prestigious award
Dec. 29. Bence Hoyle, the former chief of police in Huntersville and Cornelius, received the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, recognizing his years of leadership in law enforcement. The Order of the Long Leaf Pine is presented to those who have made significant contributions to their communities through exemplary service and exceptional accomplishments. Background […]
January 2024: Start planning for the fun in the new year
Monday, Jan. 1 First Footin’ 10 am – 1 pm | Jan. 1. Celebrate Hogmanay, a Scottish New Year’s celebration steeped in centuries of rich history. The event is free to attend, but registration is required, and donations are encouraged. Guests can enjoy a warm bowl of vegetable soup catered by Savory Moments and are […]
Pair arrested on drug charges Thursday morning; another for resisting
Dec. 28. [Updated 2:45 pm Dec. 29] Terrell Jordan Calliste, 30, and Charles Edward Logan, 36, were arrested on drug charges at 9:26 Thursday morning, according to the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office. Calliste was charged with Possession with Intent to Sell or Deliver (PWISD) cocaine as well as possession of drug paraphernalia and a firearm. […]
Boat ramps reopening after drought-induced low lake levels
Dec. 28. For all you winter boaters, the ramps at Blythe Landing and Ramsey Creek Park have reopened. The lake level was back up—and above target—at about 97.5 feet this morning, well above Duke Energy’s target level of 96. Full pond—when the lake is at capacity—is 100 feet. Drought conditions have been responsible for low […]
Weekender Dec. 28 – Jan. 1: Winter holidays and on to a new year
Thursday, Dec. 28 Creative Clay/ Pottery Family Workshop 6:30 pm- 8 pm | Dec. 28. Clayworks will lead participants in a hands-on clay workshop. Space is limited, so reserve your spot. Projects will be taken to Clayworks to be fired and glazed before being returned for pickup. Please allow 3 weeks for this process. David […]
Rains helped bring lake levels back to normal for this time of year
Dec. 27. Lake levels are back up near target, about 96.5 this morning, slightly above normal target levels for December and January. Drought conditions have been responsible for low lake levels, dropping below 97 feet in August and still lower in November and December. The target level for Duke is 96 feet. Normal maximum elevation […]
Gilroy: 22 years on Town Board was the ‘pleasure of a lifetime’
Dec. 27. By Dave Vieser. Town Commissioner Dave Gilroy, who wrapped up his final Town Board term earlier this month, says it’s been “the pleasure of a lifetime” to serve the town he loves for more than two decades. Gilroy was first elected to the Town Board in 2005 when Gary Knox was mayor. He […]
