Obituaries – Week of 10/15



Joseph Robert Washam Jr.CORNELIUS – Joseph Robert Washam Jr., 92, died Oct. 5, 2015.He was born July 12, 1923, in Mecklenburg County to the late Nonie and Joseph Washam Sr.Washam was a U.S. Army veteran. He was a master woodworker and worked as a home builder, saw mill operator and marina operator.He was preceded in death by his wife, Pauline […]

DJ’s mixes relaxing drinks and great pairings



DENVER – Tucked away in Denver, between a Subway and a Harris Teeter, is a cozy, intimate space that doles out coffee in the morning and wine in the evening.DJ’s Wine & CoffeeHouse145 Cross Center Road, Denver704-601-5357But this place does not just serve libations; there are breakfast sandwiches, wraps, tapas and more on the menu. While it might be a […]

Market holds new-business preview



Sur La Table, which will soon open in the Northcross shopping center on Sam Furr Road, will host a preview of the new store at Saturday’s Huntersville Growers Market.The new store will be at 9129 Sam Furr Road, Suite 109, according to the Sur La Table website.Saturday is the last day of the Growers Market for this season. The Sur […]

Cornelius candidate profiles



Cornelius commissioner raceDenis P. BilodeauAge: 61Education: Bachelor’s in business administration, University of Connecticut; Certified Insurance Counselor; Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter.Political experience: Cornelius PARC commissioner and treasurer for the John R Bradford III campaign.Other qualifications: Service with Board of Directors for two HOAs, Lake Norman Chamber, Cornelius Cultural Arts Group, Rotary Club and several other nonprofit organizations.Job: President of Aquesta […]

Business Briefs – Week of 10/15



The Alcove hosts live benefit auctionHUNTERSVILLE – The Alcove MiniStorage, 16101 Old Statesville Road, hosts a live benefit auction starting at 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 17.Items for bid include farm equipment, furniture, golf clubs, electronics, appliances, clothing, lighting, toys, baby items, kitchen items, among other household goods.Details: alcoveministorage.com/auction.htmlRetirement Direction Group expandsCORNELIUS – Becky L Johnson, CFP, CLU, a private wealth […]

Meet the Cornelius Commissioner candidates



Denis P BilodeauAge: 61Education: Bachelor’s in business administration, University of Connecticut; Certified Insurance Counselor; Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter.Political experience: Cornelius PARC commissioner and treasurer for the John R Bradford III campaign.Other qualifications: Service with Board of Directors for two HOAs, Lake Norman Chamber, Cornelius Cultural Arts Group, Rotary Club and several other nonprofit organizations.Job: President of Aquesta Insurance Services […]

Boaters flood to refilled lake



HUNTERSVILLE – Sunday, Oct. 11, was a record day for boating in Lake Norman for this time of year.Thanks to recent heavy rainfall, Lake Norman levels are nearly back to target capacity and residents are taking advantage.“Sunday was a huge day at the park,” said Chris Hunter with Mecklenburg County Parks and Recreation. “The season is winding down and a […]

Music Lounge – Week of 10/16



Southern StyleWhen: 8:30 p.m. Oct. 16Where: Midtown Sundries, 7296 N.C. 73, DenverDetails: midtownsundries.comYesterday’s GravyWhen: 10 p.m., Oct. 17Where: The Bathtub Gin, 166 N. Main St., MooresvilleDetails: bathtubginnc.comDane PageWhen: 8 p.m. Oct. 22Where: Summit Coffee, 128 S. Main St., DavidsonDetails: summitcoffee.comJoe the ShowWhen: 10:30 p.m. Oct. 23Where: The Rusty Rudder, 20210 Henderson Road, CorneliusDetails: lakenorman.therustyrudder.net

Huntersville doesn’t need an armored vehicle



There’s been a debate taking place in the news the past year about the militarization of police in America. This issue used to be relegated to the pages of Reason magazine and the libertarian blogosphere, but was brought to the forefront by the riots and unrest in Ferguson, Mo., after the Michael Brown incident.If Huntersville Police Chief Cleveland Spruill has […]

Huntersville candidates speak at forum