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Hough High lacrosse clinics begin Dec. 4; sign up now
Nov. 22. The Hough High School men’s and women’s lacrosse teams are holding a series of clinics next month to help introduce the sport to younger players and get experienced players ready to play at the high school level. The clinics are open to children in Kindergarten through 8th grade—all school affiliations are welcome—and will […]
Weekend Weather and Turkey Day outlook
Nov. 22. Today’s a biggish chill for sure, but temperatures warm up nicely Saturday and Sunday. Thanksgiving will be coolish again with a good chance of showers. Friday: Sunny, high near 49. Wind 13 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 26 mph. Tonight’s low, 38. Saturday: Sunny, high near 59. Wind 7 to […]
All-terrain wheelchairs available at Northern Regional Rec Center
Nov. 21. New all-terrain wheelchairs (ATWs) at the Northern Regional Recreation Center on Old Statesville Road provide greater access to trails and other outdoor environments. You can reserve an ATW once a day, Monday through Friday, for up to three hours per day. Reservations can be made by phone (980-314-6772) or in person at four […]
Start Your Engines for AmeriCarna LIVE Nov. 30
Nov. 21. The 12th annual AmeriCarna LIVE car show, hosted by Ray Evernham, will be held Saturday, Nov. 30 at Trane Technologies North American headquarters in Davidson. Event registration is $30. VIP passes are available and include a car registration, access to the VIP area and a meet-and-greet with Evernham, a Cornelius resident. Spectator tickets […]
Community Thanksgiving service is Nov. 24
Nov. 20. Local churches will come together Sunday Nov. 24 for the traditional community Thanksgiving service at Bethel Presbyterian Church. The service will start at 6 pm. The annual tradition includes Cornelius Church of God, First Baptist Cornelius, Journey Church Huntersville, Lake Forest Huntersville, The Decision Church, Mt. Zion United Methodist and Hunters Chapel. There […]
Young performers invited to audition for ‘Finding Nemo Jr.’
Nov. 19. Is there a young person in your household interested in performing? There will be auditions for parts in the Davidson Community Players’ Connie Company production of “Finding Nemo Jr.” on Dec. 1 and Dec. 2 at the Cain Center for the Arts. No experience necessary Youth actors ages 8-18 are encouraged to audition. […]
Davidson honors Frank Jordan for community service
Davidson selected Frank Jordan as the 2024 Jack Burney Award recipient. The award is named for G. Jackson Burney who served the town in many capacities, primarily in planning and communications. Since 2004, Davidson has honored Burney and those whose unselfish service benefits the community. Community members are invited to attend the G. Jackson Burney […]
Chloride-based de-icers have a chilling effect on vegetation
Dear EarthTalk: Are road salts and other de-icing chemicals bad for the environment? And if, so are greener alternatives available? —Jane Willis, Fairfield, IA Nov. 15. Traditional de-icers, particularly chloride-based compounds such as sodium chloride, magnesium chloride and calcium chloride, can have various detrimental effects on the environment. According to the Minnesota Stormwater Manual, chloride-based […]
Weekend Weather: Sunny, seasonable
Nov. 15. Look for plenty of sun and seasonable temperatures in the mid-60s this weekend. BTW, the average high temperature in Charlotte in November is 63; in December, it’s 54. Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 63. Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 64. Sunday: Mostly sunny, with a high near 66. Monday: Mostly […]
Cornelius resident joining Stein’s transition team
Nov. 15. By Dave Yochum. Governor-elect Stein has included former NC Sen. Jeff Tarte on his transition team. Tarte, a former mayor of Cornelius and a Republican, will help identify and interview candidates. His primary focus will involve Information Technology. Quotable “Josh is looking for experienced and skilled individuals to serve in his administration, regardless […]
