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EarthTalk: Where are the ‘climate refuges’ in light of the devastation in Western NC?
Dear EarthTalk: Have extreme weather events in places like Asheville made people rethink where they consider to be good “climate refuges” as the world warms? —K.L., Raleigh Nov. 22. The concept of the “climate refuge,” or a location relatively unaffected by extreme weather phenomena, arose in response to the growing frequency of tornadoes, hurricanes, flooding, […]
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Jan. 31. By Dave Yochum. Brian M. Wofford is the inaugural vice president and facility executive for Atrium Health Lake Norman Hospital. He was previously vice president of operations at Atrium Health Cabarrus. He will lead the coordination of clinical patient care services and oversee financial and strategic growth initiatives for the hospital. The new […]
Saturday, Feb. 1 Finding Nemo, Jr. See website for schedule and to reserve tickets. This whimsical, visually dazzling musical adaptation of the beloved Pixar film follows last year’s Frozen, Jr. in our recurring winter Disney show at the Cain. $30. Cain Center for the Arts, Catawba Ave., Cornelius. Valentine’s Day Workshop 10 am – 1 […]
Thursday, Jan. 30 Artist Lecture: Marie Watt 6-8 pm | Jan. 30. As part of the collaboration with the Catawba Nation, Davidson College host a lecture with artist Marie Watt (Seneca Nation of Indians). Watt is an interdisciplinary contemporary artist specializing in community collaborations that foster the sharing of collective memories and storytelling. Davidson College, […]
Jan. 30. By Dave Vieser. The community meeting detailing a proposal to build “barn-dominiums” and flex warehouse space on 13 acres on Statesville Road/Hwy. 21 will be held on Feb. 19 at Town Hall. At that time, residents will have the opportunity to examine the specific plans being proposed and speak to the developer. The […]
Jan. 29. Cornelius-based Giving with Grace Foundation has made a $250,000 contribution to Lake Norman Humane for a new in-house spay and neuter clinic. Giving with Grace, a foundation started two years ago by the former owners of Lake Norman Chrysler Dodge Jeep, Robin and Jack Salzman, made the lead contribution to the $1 million […]
Jan. 29. CATS Micro, a shared-ride service from one point to another in Cornelius, Davidson and Huntersville, launches Feb. 24. A trip on CATS Micro will be the same price as a bus fare or light rail trip: $2.20 per adult. There are no price fluctuations for rush hour, unlike Uber and Lyft. Quotable “By […]
Jan. 28. By Dave Vieser. If you own a cell phone and live in Cornelius, you may be among the lucky ones who continue receiving tornado warnings on their cell phones as they drive through town. The problem seems to be concentrated on West Catawba Avenue, near Jetton Road. This area is adjacent to the […]
Jan. 27. By Dave Vieser. More trees are coming down in Cornelius: It started last week along Magnolia Estates Drive, across from the Publix Shopping Center. The vacant land being cleared appears to be the first step in the construction of Magnolia Estates Villas, a development comprising 65 multi-family residential patio townhomes. Planning Director Rox […]
