Wood & Steel headlines church concert series



MOORESVILLE – Wood & Steel kicks off the Saint Patrick’s 2013 Solas Leighis series with a bluegrass concert at 7 p.m. Feb. 24 at the church, 201 Fairview Road.Tickets are available at the door. Tickets cost $15 for adults, $10 students, free for children younger than 6. Proceeds benefit community outreach projects.Details: www.saint-patricks.org, contact concerts@saint-patricks.org or 704-663-5659.

Sheriff’s deputies chase Harmony break-in suspects



HARMONY – Sheriff’s deputies overcame a car and foot chase Jan. 31 to arrest two suspects in a home break-in on West Memorial Highway.Deputies initiated a traffic stop of the suspect’s vehicle on Interstate 77, learning that the driver, Trishtan Philimon Johnson, was wanted by the Florence County Sheriff’s Office. The vehicle sped off from the scene, however, officials said.While […]

Students march at inauguration



LEXINGTON, Va. – Approximately 1,500 cadets from Virginia Military Institute marched in presidential Inaugural Parade Jan. 21, including three from the Lake Norman area.• Russell D. Johnson, of Lincolnton, son of the Rev. and Mrs. Kevin M. Johnson.• Ryan A. McDaniel, Cornelius, son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. McDaniel.• Weston C. Reber, of Huntersville, son of Mr. and Mrs. […]

Shop offers Wellness Wednesday community event



MOORESVILLE – A New You Body Works will introduce the community to alternative health practitioners and educators through its new Wellness Wednesday series.The wellness center will offer the series 6-8 p.m. on the first Wednesday of each month, starting Feb. 6. The community is invited to meet, greet, mingle, and get free samples and demonstrations. Topics include acupuncture, aromatherapy, body […]

Theology on Tap explores Genesis 1-11



DAVIDSON – Davidson College professors Matt Samson and Doug Ottati will lead an exploration of Genesis 1-11 during the next few weeks of Theology on Tap.Davidson College Presbyterian Church?hosts the lively discussion 5:30 p.m. Thursdays at Gabi’s Coffee Shop, 19915 Jane Crump Lane, Cornelius.Bring a Bible and an open mind.Details: 704-892-5641.

Community foundation donates $11,000 to The Bin



HUNTERSVILLE – The Peninsula Community Foundation has given The Bin, a Huntersville-based nonprofit, a check for $11,000 in matching funds.The organization used the donation to buy a box truck to aid in its mission of receiving used furniture, household goods and appliances and redistributing them to needy families in north Mecklenburg and southern Iredell counties.The Peninsula Community Foundation, started in […]

Travel consultant holds event to discuss trips, pricing



CORNELIUS – Want to travel to beautiful and exciting destinations? Want to make that possibility a reality?Sue Winter-Hallman, group and leisure consultant for Uniglobe McIntosh Travel, will offer tips, information, coffee and cupcakes from 10-11 a.m. Feb. 6 at Just Baked Cupcakes, 19901 S. Main St.She will offer travel brochures and discuss travel prices during the event. Interested parties are […]

Brass band brings funky sounds to lake area



by Melissa GuteDENVER – The eclectic tunes of the Half Dozen Brass Band will have the feet of Lake Norman residents tapping when it visits the area Feb. 10.The Athens, Ga.-based band will showcase its New Orleans-style musical skills as part of the Alexander Community Concert Series presented by the Episcopal Church of St. Peter by-the-Lake in Denver. The concert […]

Magnet school lottery now open



CHARLOTTE – Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is accepting applications for the magnet school lottery for the 2013-14 school year. Families must apply online by Feb. 11 at 10 p.m.Students who apply for a magnet program must meet any entrance requirements and agree to fulfill program requirements to remain enrolled. Those who are happy with their listed placement do not need to apply.CMS […]

Three People Arrested for Attempted Fraud with Help from Citizens in eastern Lincoln County



DENVER – Several citizens helped Lincoln County Sheriff’s deputies make arrests in a fraud call on N.C. 73.On Feb. 2 deputies responded to Murphy’s Express on N.C. 73 reference a possible gift card fraud in progress. When officers pulled into the parking lot the Lincoln County Communications Center informed them that the suspect vehicle, white in color, was trying to […]