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Growing cars and coffee group focused on community connections
Lake Norman Staff | March 15, 2024
Fast cars and hot coffee … two great American pastimes combine to make Saturday mornings in the Lake Norman area a destination for admirers, hobbyists and novices alike. On the fourth Saturday of every month, April-December, you can find autos of all kinds showcased in the parking lot of Merino Mill in Mooresville, organized by Lake Norman Cars and Coffee.... READ MORE >
Ed’s Tavern shifts to embrace the sports bar experience
Lake Norman Staff | March 15, 2024
CORNELIUS – On a stormy Friday evening, battling howling gales, my friends and I braved the downpour to test out Cornelius’ newly revamped bar: Ed’s Tavern. Formerly known as the Galway Hooker, this Kenton Place establishment has shifted identities from its Irish roots and is now an expansion of Charlotte’s Ed’s Tavern, a classic American sports bar. Sixteen TVs grace... READ MORE >
Charitable brewery asks patrons to “Sip It Forward”
Lake Norman Staff | March 15, 2024
MOORESVILLE – Smiles are served all around at Hoptown Brewing. “Joy is the secret sauce to living,” explained Sandy Plemmons, who calls herself director of customer exBEERience for the brewery. Hoptown is getting ready to celebrate its fourth anniversary of spreading joy and hope throughout the Lake Norman community by annually supporting four nonprofit organizations. Plemmons, who owns the brewery... READ MORE >
MSI Chamber honors local community, business leaders
Lake Norman Staff | March 14, 2024
MOORESVILLE – The Mooresville-South Iredell Chamber of Commerce held its annual Celebrate Business Meeting & Community Excellence Awards ceremony last week, honoring individuals and businesses who have made an impact on the community. This year, NASCAR legend “The King” Richard Petty served as the keynote speaker, marking 75 years of Petty family racing. In addition to those pictured, winners were:... READ MORE >
Girl Scout earns Gold Award by developing STEM curriculum
Lake Norman Staff | March 14, 2024
DENVER – A Denver teen has earned the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest achievement a Girl Scout can earn. Carly Roberts, a member of Girl Scout Troop 2307 in the Girl Scouts Carolinas Peaks to Piedmont council, developed a STEM-based curriculum targeting fourth- through eighth-grade students that was offered during summer camp at the Lincoln County Sally’s YMCA. The... READ MORE >
Eye on Lake Norman: Local author’s guide aims to connect people with nature
Lake Norman Staff | March 14, 2024
DAVIDSON – A Davidson resident’s first book is ready to spring into the public discourse. Main Street Books will host the launch of Kathleen McIntyre’s The Nature Reset on Tuesday, March 19, from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Summit Coffee stage located at 128 S. Main Street in Davidson. At the book launch party, appropriately scheduled on the Spring Equinox to... READ MORE >
OPINION: Lincoln County has spoken and change appears to be what it wants
Lake Norman Staff | March 14, 2024
Well, first of all, the East Lincoln Betterment Association (ELBA) wanted to express our appreciation for everyone attending the Candidate Forum as we were completely full. We had overwhelming positive feedback on the session, as well as the videos of the candidates which were posted for viewing. Overall, the candidates represented themselves well and provided a clear perspective on their... READ MORE >
Program helps community workers afford Lake Norman rentals
Lake Norman Staff | March 14, 2024
CORNELIUS – Increasing property values may be a boon for local homeowners, but renters are feeling a squeeze that is forcing them to move further and further away from the Lake Norman area. Michelle Hoverson, executive director of the Lake Norman Community Development Corporation, said the concern is most striking when it comes to public service professions, like teachers, police... READ MORE >
There’s a new social district in town: Lincolnton grants approval on trial basis
Lake Norman Staff | March 13, 2024
LINCOLNTON – After a heated public hearing on a social district being put in place in the City of Lincolnton on March 7, it was approved on a six-month probationary basis by a 3-2 vote. Council members were split, with Christine Poinsette and Kevin Demeny voting for the district and Jill Tipton and Roby Jetton voting against it. Mayor Ed... READ MORE >
CYO strikes a chord: Musical Pathway Initiative inspires young students
Lake Norman Staff | March 13, 2024
CORNELIUS – Eric Boruff, music director and president of the board of directors of Cornelius Youth Orchestras (CYO), is on a mission to ignite a passion for orchestral music among elementary school children. CYO’s new program, the Musical Pathway Initiative (MPI), aims to reach elementary students regardless of their financial circumstances. “Our goal is to make sure that we’re providing... READ MORE >