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Police Blotter: Nov. 28-Dec. 3

As reported by the Cornelius Police Dept. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 241127109 Comm Threats 21314 Summerbrook Dr 19:14:00 11/27/24 ASN Mary Copolla 241201071 Comm Threats 20125 N Cove Rd 20:49:43 12/01/24 ACT Lamont George 241202032 Larceny 10921 Bailey Rd 07:09:45 12/02/24 ASN Elvia Hall 241202050 Larceny 20709 Sterling Bay Ln 10:52:45 […]

Police Blotter: Nov. 20-26

As reported by the Cornelius Police Dept. Incidents Incident Nature Incident address Reported Disposition Victim/Complainant 241120035 B&E Vehicle 9208 Westmoreland Rd 12:00:39 11/20/24 ASN Francisco Bravo Abarca 241121038 Larceny 9208 Westmoreland Rd 09:16:49 11/21/24 ASN Lloyd Shelton 241122043 Larceny 10000 Quaker Ridge Dr 08:20:51 11/22/24 ASN Christopher Johnson 241123009 Person Weapon 8010 Evanston View Rd […]

EnergyUnited $2 monthly rate increase goes into effect Jan. 1

Dec. 5. A $24 annual increase in the basic facilities charge paid by EnergyUnited residential customers will go into effect on Jan. 1, 2025. This marks the second such increase within the past year, as a $36 annual hike was imposed in June of this year. The increases are applied on a monthly basis, or […]

Birkdale Village owners will take another shot at expansion

Dec. 4. Birkdale Village is taking another shot at a major expansion. Jamestown, Birkdale’s new owner, is asking the Town of Huntersville for approval for a 100-foot-tall office, 150 apartments, a hotel, two parking garages and additional retail. Tim Perry, an executive with Jamestown and North American Properties, the prior owner, said the mixed-use project […]

Chabad Lake Norman Chanukah Events 2024

Dec. 4. Since opening in 2018, Chabad of Lake Norman has served the Jewish communities of Huntersville, Cornelius, Davidson, Mooresville, Troutman, Statesville and Denver. In February of 2024, the Chabad moved into a multipurpose center at 19701 Bethel Church which serves as the synagogue and community center. Lake Norman Chanukah Events 2024 Dec. 15: DIY […]

Tommy’s Appliance Tips: When you need service repairs, get recommendations and ask questions

Dec. 3.  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.  Choosing an appliance repair company can be very challenging. Our community has seen a large population explosion, which brings service companies from […]

Letter on Thanksgiving and our First Responders

Dec. 2. By Sara Thomas. Last Thursday our family was able to serve the Cornelius Police, EMS and our two Fire Stations Thanksgiving dinner for the 6th year in a row. Thanks to our generous and thoughtful community this has become a tradition. Donors include Mayor Washam, Commissioner Carney, Antiquity Residents and both Harris Teeter […]

Christmas, Hanukkah services?

Dec. 2. Attention church leaders: If your church is holding special services during the upcoming holiday season, let us know via email. In sentence form (not posters), include the name of the church, location, type of service and time. All Cornelius, Davidson and Huntersville houses of worship are welcome. Email: corneliustoday@gmail.com.

Crucifix in place for Catholic portion of Mt. Zion Community Cemetery

Nov. 27. Mount Zion Community Cemetery in conjunction with Raymer-Kepner Funeral Home and the Catholic Diocese of Charlotte, has dedicated a portion of the cemetery for those of the Catholic faith. The grounds have been consecrated and a crucifix marking the area is now in place. More information: Mount Zion Cemetery at 704-892-8566 or the […]

Space heater, fireplace safety tips

Nov. 27. Temps will plunge in and around Cornelius in the days immediately following Thanksgiving, so many people will be using space heaters and fireplaces. Here are some safety tips from the National Fire Protection Association: —If you must use a space heater, never leave it unattended. Place it on a level, hard and nonflammable […]