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Lake Norman Covekeepers to meet Sept. 15
Lake Norman residents can explore the Rock Springs Nature Preserve at the Lake Norman Covekeepers meeting Sept. 15. Covekeeper Sylvia Holmes will brief participants on the origin and features of the preserve. The meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. at 6684 Pine Ridge Drive in Denver. For more information, contact Ben Benoit at 704-489-6249.
Update on June 12 drowning
July 12. A 27-year-old Charlotte woman who drowned in Lake Norman Sunday June 12 was a attempting to retrieve her hat, which had blown overboard, according to Cornelius police. The victim was identified as Shakira Varner, and the drowning happened off of Island Forest Drive. Cornelius police say Varner and another woman were on a private […]
Covekeepers meet March 24
The Lake Norman Covekeepers meeting is March 24 at the East Lincoln Fire Department, 406 South Pilot Knob Road in Stanley. The guest speaker, Doug Rae, will discuss the various factors that contribute to Lake Norman’s value as well as its true economic worth. Info Ben Benoit 704-489-6249.
Cornelius Square: Can Exit 27 round out LKN’s menu of developable land?
Nov. 18. By V. Tom Gardner. Cornelius’ mix of residential vs. commercial taxes, currently around 80 percent residential to 20 percent commercial, is seriously unbalanced, according to Mike Griffin, treasurer of the Lake Norman Economic Development Corp. Speaking at the Business Today and Cornelius Today Newsmakers Breakfast this morning, Griffin said the proposed Exit 27 would open […]
Covekeepers meet Nov. 19
The Lake Norman Covekeepers meeting is 7 pm Thursday, Nov. 19. The guest speakers are Tom Dyson, N.C. Cooperative Extension Service, and Rick Ross, Organic Footprint Lawn and Garden Center. They will discuss how to have a healthy lawn/garden with minimal negative impact on water quality and the environment. The meeting is at the East Lincoln Volunteer […]
Covekeepers meet Oct. 17 at 9
The Lake Norman Covekeepers are planning a morning on Lake Wylie. The group will meet at 9 am Oct. 17 at Tailrace Marina, 1000 Marina Village Drive in Mt. Holly. Bring your own kayak or canoe, e-mail lakewyliecrf@gmail.com to reserve a free kayak, or rent one at the marina (call 704-827-0000). Optional pay-as-you-go lunch at […]
Clean the lake Oct. 10
The Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation’s annual fall clean-up is Saturday, Oct. 10. Check-in begins at 8 am; the event runs until noon. There are two meeting/boat access sites: Pinnacle Access Area at the Hwy. 150 bridge in Mooresville, and Beatty’s Ford Park in Denver. The foundation is asking boat captains and all other volunteers to fill […]
Covekeepers meet Sept. 24
The Lake Norman Covekeepers meeting Sept. 24 features the new Catawba Riverkeeper Foundation Executive Director, Emilee Syrewicze. She will lead an accelerated strategic planning session around goals, volunteer operations, water quality and quantity. The meeting starts at 7 pm at the East Lincoln Volunteer Fire Department, 406 South Pilot Knob Road, Stanley. Info: Ben Benoit 704-489-6249.
Watch that dive: Lake is low!
Aug. 9. By Dave Vieser. The lowest lake levels on Lake Norman since the 2008 drought have prompted officials to close some launching ramps and issue warnings to boaters. As of Friday Aug. 7, the lake level was 95.5, compared with a target level of 98. This level is almost 4.5 feet below full pond. Full […]
High-end homes hit a homer
May 8. The Charlotte housing market is hot compared to other markets around the country. While the numbers regionally are strong, close-in neighborhoods and those with amenities like greenways and access to rail are the hottest, according to economists and Realtors. High-end suburbs, like waterfront in Cornelius, as well as Robbins Park, are strong too. […]
