North Mecklenburg agencies receive county ARPA aid
In addition to money for projects in Davidson, American Rescue Plan Act funds allotted by Mecklenburg County also went to various entities serving north Mecklenburg residents. County commissioners authorized the...
MEDIC director vows for fewer lights, sirens for emergency situations
DAVIDSON – There was a presentation about response procedure changes planned by Mecklenburg County’s EMS services (MEDIC) at the Jan. 24 Davidson town board meeting. The main message from MEDIC...
ARPA funds fuel faster planning for historic gym’s future
DAVIDSON – The town’s back-burner intentions for a new future for a generations-old school gymnasium have been bumped up the schedule thanks to a $2 million American Rescue Plan Act...
Nuclear emergency at Lake Norman dam is unlikely but not impossible
HUNTERSVILLE – Anxiety set in for many residents in the Lake Norman area when an emergency warning siren for Duke Energy’s McGuire Nuclear Station sounded inadvertently last month. Last week,...
Water system building could land historic designation
MOORESVILLE – The North Carolina National Register Advisory Committee is set to consider National Register of Historic Places designation for an enduring reminder of Mooresville’s utility service past. On Jan. 17,...
Mooresville leaders initiate a ‘spring training’ preview of Moor Park prospects
MOORESVILLE – The town has earmarked $100,000 for initial phase fact-finding and established the administrative documentation required to potentially pursue the restoration and reimagining of a recreational landmark with deep...
Come one, come all to Denver’s first circus
DENVER – Another first is in store for the community this May, when the Zerbini Family Circus rolls into town to deliver a breathtaking show under the big top. “To...
Grant funding launches esports in Lincoln County Schools
DENVER – Aided by grants awarded at the state level, Lincoln County Schools is working to establish esports teams at each of its middle and high schools. “The initiative has...
Nuclear emergency at Lake Norman dam is unlikely but not impossible
HUNTERSVILLE – Anxiety set in for many residents in the Lake Norman area when an emergency warning siren for Duke Energy’s McGuire Nuclear Station sounded inadvertently last month. Last week,...
Here are the most memorable quotes from Lake Norman in 2022: The Best of Horse’s Mouth
These are the memorable 2022 quotes from throughout the Lake Norman area, chosen by the Lake Norman Publications staff. “Emily probably likes playing in this sandbox … I feel...
A holiday message from the publisher
To our readers and advertisers: We wanted to take a moment to thank our readers and advertisers for your support. As we close 2022 and begin a New Year, we...
CHAMBER COLUMN: A Christmas memory about giving, and God’s blessing
I cannot think about Christmas and the holidays without thinking of the Christmas Eve’s spent at my grandparents. The bountiful meals grandmamma Feemster and Russell prepared, the Church pageants, and...
GAMES TO WATCH: Lake Norman teams look to hang onto top spots in conference standings
St. Stephens at East Lincoln girls When: 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3 Breakdown: East Lincoln (20-0, 10-0) will put its undefeated record on the line when it hosts second-place St....
Young ‘others’ guide Lake Norman girls to state’s top ranking
MOORESVILLE – There is no “forged through the fire” story for this version of the Lake Norman High girls basketball team, where they’ve taken their lumps before becoming a championship...
Lake-area athletes sign with colleges on National Signing Day Feb. 1
The traditional National Signing Day was held Wednesday to allow athletes to secure their commitments with their future college athletic programs. Community School of Davidson Luke Weber, Gardner-Webb University swimming...
GAMES TO WATCH: Lake Norman teams look to hang onto top spots in conference standings
St. Stephens at East Lincoln girls When: 6 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3 Breakdown: East Lincoln (20-0, 10-0) will put its undefeated record on the line when it hosts second-place St....
Lake-area athletes sign with colleges on National Signing Day Feb. 1
The traditional National Signing Day was held Wednesday to allow athletes to secure their commitments with their future college athletic programs. Community School of Davidson Luke Weber, Gardner-Webb University swimming...
GAMES TO WATCH: Hough faces tall West Charlotte team; Pride look to avenge rivalry loss
Lake Norman at West Cabarrus girls When: 6 p.m., Friday, Jan. 27 Breakdown: No conference team has been within 22 points when facing Lake Norman this season. But the undefeated...
Lake Norman Chamber has February focus on education
On Feb. 16, the Lake Norman Chamber will once again host the annual Education PowerLuncheon at the Northstone Country Club, 15801 Northstone Drive in Huntersville. The event, presented by Atrium...
Home sale data indicates less cutthroat market to close 2022
Home inventory was bolstered and home-price increases slowed around the region in December. Following a November spike, median sales prices in Lake Norman and Mooresville increased at a lower rate...
Check out the homes sold in north Mecklenburg in December
Huntersville – ZIP code 28078 Arbor Croft 14113 Magnolia Bend Drive $374,810 Asbury Village 7110 Asbury Village Lane $1,450,000 Beckett 6419 Myston Lane $750,000 Bellington 13223 Union Square Drive $670,000...
Home sale data indicates less cutthroat market to close 2022
Home inventory was bolstered and home-price increases slowed around the region in December. Following a November spike, median sales prices in Lake Norman and Mooresville increased at a lower rate...
What Board of Adjustment decision means for Josh’s Farmers Market
MOORESVILLE – The town’s board of adjustment has upheld planning department actions that, ultimately, led to the relocation of Josh’s Farmers Market, but owner Josh Graham has indicated intent to...
Check out the homes sold in Mooresville in December
Mooresville – ZIP code 28115 Bethany Place 140 Albany Drive $599,999 Briargate 112 Lantern Acres Drive $405,000 Cedarcroft 117 Indian Paint Brush Drive $264,900 Coddle Creek 1988 Charlotte Hwy. $85,000...
Home sale data indicates less cutthroat market to close 2022
Home inventory was bolstered and home-price increases slowed around the region in December. Following a November spike, median sales prices in Lake Norman and Mooresville increased at a lower rate...
ELBA building off foundation of 2022 successes, activities
We welcome the new year of 2023, as we take a moment to reflect on 2022. First we would like to thank all the community participants and supporters of the...
Check out the homes sold in eastern Lincoln County in December
Denver – ZIP code 28037 Deertrack 7683 Old Post Road $297,500 Harbor Oaks 6911 Kingfisher Court $1,950,000 Hunters Bluff 7134 Hunters Bluff Drive $365,250 James Plantation 3150 James Plantation Drive...
Law enforcement communications accreditation shows MPD pursuit of excellence
MOORESVILLE – The Mooresville Police Department’s Communications Division is working to obtain accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, better known as CALEA. While MPD has been accredited...
COLUMN: There may be clear rules in Josh’s case, but it’s a complex situation
Despite what you may have read on social media, seen on television or heard in conversations with neighbors or fellow patrons at a local watering hole – my favorite unofficial...
Telecommunicators: The unsung heroes of public safety agencies
MOORESVILLE – Most people are familiar with the thin blue line representing law enforcement. What does the thin yellow line mean to you? The thin yellow line represents the unsung...
North Mecklenburg obituaries – Week of Jan. 23
Robert Gant Jr. HUNTERSVILLE – Rev. Robert Marion Gant Jr., 83, of Huntersville died Jan. 20, 2023. He was born Feb. 19, 1939, at Fort Bragg, to the late Robert...
Mooresville obituaries – Week of Jan. 23
Donald Malone Watson MOORESVILLE – Donald Malone Watson, 80, of Mooresville died Jan. 3, 2023. He was born Nov. 12, 1942, in Bluefield, W.Va., to the late Henry and Josephine...
Denver-Lincoln County obituaries – Week of Jan. 23
Richard Allen Butler DENVER – Richard Allen Butler, 82, of Denver died Jan. 17, 2023. He was born Jan. 23, 1940, to the late Clarence and Henrietta (Gohl) Butler. He...
