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Possibly an inch of something will fall tomorrow, starting around 10 am
Feb. 18. Winter is back, with some kind(s) of precipitation likely tomorrow. The National Weather Service says snow is likely, mainly after 10 am. New snow accumulation of around an inch possible, possibly mixed with freezing rain and a high around 35 degrees. The storm winds down tomorrow night, with overnight lows around 26. Thursday […]
Holiday newsletter schedule
Feb. 14. The Business Today/Cornelius Today newsletter will not be published Monday Feb.17 in observance of Presidents’ Day. The US Postal Service, banks and most public schools are closed
EarthTalk: Why does Lyme Disease seem to be increasing?
Dear EarthTalk: Does the rise in diseases like Lyme Disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever mean tick populations are on the rise? Are there eco-friendly ways to control ticks? —J.B. via email Feb. 14. Common tick-borne diseases include Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, babesiosis and Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Lyme disease is the most well-known, caused by […]
Weekend Weather Outlook
Feb. 14. More winter-like weather with a breath of spring, albeit rainy and windy, on Sunday. Keep an eye out for a possible wintry mix on Wednesday, or maybe a cold rain. Friday: Sunny, high 48-50. Overrnight low around 33. Calm wind. Saturday: Rain, high upper 40s. Overnight low around 41, breezy. Sunday: Rain, high […]
Big Day at the Lake ‘Beach Bash’ is Feb. 22
Feb. 14. The Big Day at the Lake crew will host the annual Beach Bash 6 pm to 9:30 pm Saturday, Feb. 22 at Lost Worlds Brewery in Cornelius. This year’s theme is “Sun, Waves, and Changing Lives.” There will be raffle baskets, bottle pulls and a live auction. There will be an exclusive VIP […]
Bailey Road traffic study will be presented at Monday’s Town Board meeting
Feb. 13. By Dave Vieser. A detailed traffic study regarding Bailey Road east of Hwy. 115 will be presented to the Cornelius Town Board during the Feb. 17 meeting. The $174,500 study has been prepared by Kimley-Horne, and will examine methods of addressing traffic volume on two-lane Bailey Road, where both Bailey Middle and Hough […]
Seniors: Let the games begin
Feb. 13. The final day to register for the 2025 Mecklenburg County Senior Games and SilverArts is a week from today. The annual event promotes health and wellness for individuals ages 50 and older and offers a forum to meet new people, enjoy healthy competition, be creative and have fun. The games will be held […]
Police Blotter: Feb. 5-11
As reported by the Cornelius Police Dept. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 250205041 Fraud 21440 Catawba Av 11:45:05 02/05/25 ACT Barbara Najenson 250205072 Fraud 8301 Magnolia Estates Dr 16:43:48 02/05/25 ASN Al’s 250205085 Burglary 19805 One Norman Cir 18:58:35 02/05/25 ASN Autumn Sargent & Robert Farrell 250207018 Damage Property 8350 Magnolia Estates […]
Davidson adds restrooms at 2 parks
Feb. 11. Restroom facilities requested by residents and visitors at Fisher Farm Park and Plum Creek Park are complete. The Town of Davidson this week announced the park improvements, paid for using General Obligation Bonds designated for park facilities. Each restroom area includes both water fountains and pet bowls. The public facilities are open daily […]
18-year-old jailed a month after being charged with crimes
Feb. 9. Eighteen-year-old Brett Kimbrell, who was accused of 10 counts of child pornography before being released to his parents last month, was jailed Friday in lieu of $75,000 bail. The Charlotte Observer reported that new details about the investigation were revealed during a hearing to change his original nonexistent bond on Friday afternoon. He […]
