
Hornets foundation supports Angels; Trane gives to Davidson nonprofit
February 8, 2023
The Charlotte Hornets Foundation announced Tuesday that it has donated $25,000 to the Angels & Sparrows Community Table and Resource Center as its annual Hunger Grant. The donation was made...

Fire response improving in Cornelius; staffing needs remain priority for growing region
by Doug Coats | February 8, 2023
CORNELIUS – Though Cornelius-Lemley Fire Rescue has grown with new full-time firefighters in the last couple of years, the department is still experiencing setbacks in their responses. Chief Guerry Barbee...

Full-time financial realities loom for Huntersville fire services
by Lindsay Krone | February 8, 2023
HUNTERSVILLE – An understaffed coffee shop might be an inconvenience, but an understaffed fire department is a crisis. For several years, the Huntersville Fire Department has struggled to attract and...

Mooresville pickleball project gets boost in funding
by Lee Sullivan | February 8, 2023
MOORESVILLE – A fast-growing sport received a boost in Mooresville at Monday's town board meeting. In a consent item Commissioner Lisa Qualls described as something “very, very exciting to many...

Fire at Mooresville apartment complex set intentionally, authorities say
February 8, 2023
MOORESVILLE – A small fire set Tuesday night at a Mooresville apartment complex was set intentionally, according to the Mooresville Fire Marshal's Office. At approximately 10 p.m., Mooresville Fire-Rescue and...

Mooresville confirms investment in municipal employee compensation
by Lee Sullivan | February 8, 2023
MOORESVILLE – Acknowledging a rising economic tide would likely leave those who don’t respond short-handed, Mooresville commissioners approved pay and classification study recommendations requiring an additional $1.897 million investment in...

East Lincoln guard sets sights on World Championships
by Matt Chapman | February 8, 2023
DENVER – The East Lincoln High School Cheval Color Guard has ascended to become one of the top programs in the nation, regularly earning a spot at the Winter Guard...

Commissioners review proposed business uses
by Matt Chapman | February 8, 2023
LINCOLNTON – A pair of Denver-area business proposals were presented to the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners during public hearings at the board’s Feb. 6 meeting. Jay and Vicki Casey,...

D.R. Horton townhome proposal draws opposition
by Matt Chapman | February 8, 2023
DENVER – A standing-room-only crowd voiced opinions loud and clear at a community meeting hosted by homebuilder D.R. Horton Jan. 31. It was the second such meeting D.R. Horton has...

Here are the most memorable quotes from Lake Norman in 2022: The Best of Horse’s Mouth
January 4, 2023
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
by Kelly Wright | December 22, 2022
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
by Bill Russell | November 30, 2022
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...

Lake Norman Charter sweeps swimming regionals; Hough’s Rainey matches record
by Doug Coats | February 8, 2023
CHARLOTTE – The Lake Norman Charter boys and girls swimming and diving teams swept the 3A West Regional championships Feb. 4. Devin Buckler had a big day to lead the...



GAMES TO WATCH: Lake Norman teams look to hang onto top spots in conference standings
by Doug Coats | February 2, 2023
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
by Doug Coats | February 1, 2023
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 Norman Charter sweeps swimming regionals; Hough’s Rainey matches record
by Doug Coats | February 8, 2023
CHARLOTTE – The Lake Norman Charter boys and girls swimming and diving teams swept the 3A West Regional championships Feb. 4. Devin Buckler had a big day to lead the...


Unbeaten Mustangs led by steady seniors, youth infusion
by Matt Chapman | February 8, 2023
DENVER – The East Lincoln girls basketball team enjoyed one of the best seasons in program history a year ago, winning 28 games and a Western Foothills 3A conference championship...



GAMES TO WATCH: Lake Norman teams look to hang onto top spots in conference standings
by Doug Coats | February 2, 2023
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....
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Lake Norman Chamber has February focus on education
by Bill Russell
Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce | February 1, 2023
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
by Doug Coats | January 25, 2023
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
January 19, 2023
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
by Doug Coats | January 25, 2023
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
by Lee Sullivan | January 24, 2023
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
January 19, 2023
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
by Doug Coats | January 25, 2023
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
by Greg Smith | January 20, 2023
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
January 20, 2023
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
By Dave Harding
Mooresville Police Department | February 1, 2023
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
by Lee Sullivan | January 26, 2023
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
By Officer Dave Harding | January 4, 2023
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
January 26, 2023
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
January 26, 2023
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
January 26, 2023
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...