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EarthTalk: Why are there so many problems with safe drinking water?
Dear EarthTalk: If we’ve had the Safe Drinking Water Act in effect for 50 years already, why are so many municipalities having problems providing safe drinking water? – Mary Ford, New York, NY April 4. The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), enacted in 1974 under President Gerald Ford, established the first comprehensive framework for regulating […]
Weekend Weather
April 4. Look for breezy, summer-like conditions, showers now and then Sunday before spring-like temps return Monday. Friday: Partly sunny, high near 86. Breezy, with gusts as high as 20 mph. Saturday: Mostly sunny, high near 85. Gusts as high as 21 mph. Sunday: Chance of showers before 3 pm, chance of T-storms between 3 […]
Demonstrators will march in Cornelius tomorrow
April 2. On Saturday, April 5, cities around the US will be part of a nationwide protest called “Hands Off,” organized by the Indivisible movement. The demonstrations voice opposition to various policies enacted by the Trump administration, including DOGE led by Elon Musk. Cornelius organizers plan to march Saturday from 11:30 am to 1 pm. […]
Police Blotter: March 25-April 1
As reported by the Cornelius Police Dept. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 250326055 Fraud 19714 Coachman’s Trace 11:36:49 03/26/25 ASN Enesi Aliu 250326079 Larceny 17111 Statesville Rd 16:07:00 03/26/25 ASN Home Depot 250326081 Larceny 17111 Statesville Rd 17:13:00 03/26/25 ASN Home Depot 250326083 Larceny 17111 Statesville Rd 17:21:00 03/26/25 ASN Home Depot […]
‘Cats About Town’ will be installed this month, with scavenger hunt to follow
April 1. If you notice cat sculptures appearing in seemingly random locations around Davidson this month, it’s all part of the Davidson Public Art Commission’s installation of “Cats About Town.” The permanent installation of nine cat sculptures will be dedicated in conjunction with Art on the Green at 12:30 pm on Saturday, April 26. A […]
Tommy’s Appliance Tips: Coins in pockets of jeans being washed can be costly
April 1. Cornelius resident Tommy Walker had more than 50 years experience in appliance repair and operated Tommy’s Appliance Service until retiring a few years ago. Tommy offers his advice for various appliances. Over my career, I can recall some service calls that, for various reasons, were avoidable. It may take a little extra time […]
Tree preservation measure a ‘win-win’ for developers, builders
April 1. Rather than preserve tracts of woodlands, a new tree preservation ordinance will set aside infill parcels for Bonsai trees that can be moved as needed for recreation and future development. As development occurs the trees can be placed in new locations in the same pots on artificial turf for additional recreation options. Quotable […]
Water attraction eyed for Bailey Road site
April 1. The planning department is considering a plan to build a water attraction on the site of a proposed business park on Bailey Road. The waterpark would tap into water pipes that supply nearby Bailey’s Glen and adjoining neighborhoods. Final designs on the park were not available, but the developer was asked to cap […]
Yachting mishap traced to errant remains
April 1. That boat crash Sunday on Lake Norman occurred when the captain’s vision was obscured by dust and ash. LKN Marine Police said a passenger threw the contents of an urn containing cremains into the air while the boat was traveling at about 12 knots. Cremation residue blinded the boat pilot, an accomplished Lake […]
Alexander Farm testing site: How long is temporary?
April 1. With problems on the retail development side of Alexander Farm, local officials have been seeking a use for the 55-acre site. Thanks to a federal grant, the former farm will be put to use as a DOT testing ground for police vehicles. Officials were attracted to Alexander Farm by the completion of the […]
