lake norman
Those dense, smelly mats on the lake are called ‘lyngbya’
Sept. 26. The algae that has formed a dense mat in coves on the Ramsey Creek side of Lake Norman is known as Lyngbya wollei. “To date, there has been no evidence or reports of any detrimental human or animal health effects caused by Lyngbya. It is very unsightly and can form large, dense mats […]
Meeting Sept. 26 will address lake weed and algae growth
Sept. 25. A variety of lake-related officials and interested parties will meet Tuesday Sept. 26 at 2 pm at The Peninsula Club to discuss an outbreak of algae and grassy weeds affecting some coves in Lake Norman. Attendees include a representative from US Sen. Thom Tillis’ office as well as officials from Duke Energy and […]
Is this a watershed moment for wakeboarders?
Sept. 15. By Erica Batten. Local boat dealers say wakesurfing is the fastest-growing recreational activity on Lake Norman, and good for them and those who ride the swells behind six-figure vessels. But not everyone is happy about this craze that is set to be a $2 billion industry by 2024. Some lakefront property owners, along […]
Catawba Riverkeeper: LKN water quality is ‘excellent’
Aug. 24. By Dave Yochum. Over the past three years there have been more than a dozen sewage spills in and around Cornelius into the waters of Lake Norman, a most regrettable series of events that caused plenty of negativity on various Facebook pages, but no long-term efffect, according to Catawba Riverkeeper Brandon Jones. […]
No Swim advisory near Blue Stone Harbor has been lifted
Aug. 16. The No Swim advisory for part of the lake between Blue Stone Harbor and Hello Sailor has been lifted after a week’s time. The advisory was issued Aug. 8, after a sewage spill into Lake Norman. The cause was a power outage at a private lift station located at 21328 Nautique Blvd. According […]
Big Day at the Lake: Year 19 in the books
Aug. 10. On Saturday July 22, more than 315 Bigs, Littles, Boat Hosts and volunteers gathered separately—is that even possible?—for the 19th Year of Big Day at the Lake. To explain: The full day of boating, tubing, lakeside activities, food and fellowship for kids in Big Brothers Big Sisters is organized via emails and online […]
Boater survey closes Friday
Aug. 9. The NC Wildlife Resources Commission is asking boat owners for feedback on their experiences boating in North Carolina. The survey, which is aimed at better serving boaters across the state, closes this Friday. To complete the survey, click here. Responses are confidential, and you may withdraw participation at any time.
Another sewage spill in LKN at Nautique Boulevard
Aug. 8. [Updated] A No Swim Advisory was issued after a sewage spill into Lake Norman due to a power outage at a private lift station located at 21328 Nautique Blvd. in Cornelius. It’s the second spill at this address in less than three months. Repairs are under way. NEW: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services says the […]
Rescue crews searching for 19-year-old drowning victim
[Updated] Aug. 2. First responders are searching the quarry area near Blue Stone Harbor for a swimmer who went missing near sunset Monday. [ Update: The body of the missing swimmer has been found. Fire officials said crews resumed the search this morning, looking for the victim, a 19-year-old male who apparently jumped off […]
Big Day at the Lake picnic: A massive undertaking
July 21. The Big Day at the Lake picnic is a massive undertaking, with 400 to 500 attendees, games, inflatables and a live dee-jay. They’ll be well-fed: 250+ hamburgers (Dressler’s) 400+ hotdogs (Service Plumbing and Harris Teeter) 4 pans Mac n Cheese (On the Nines) Thousands of chicken tenders (Tenders) 40 lbs Vegan BBQ (Barvecue) […]
