Business
New development faces challenges in slow-growth era
NEWSMAKERS BREAKFAST | JUNE 22 Three Lake Norman leaders—a developer, a former Huntersville mayor and a sitting town commissioner in Cornelius—will discuss the state of development amidst the current climate in and around Lake Norman at a Newsmakers Breakfast June 22 at The Peninsula Club. The event features: John Aneralla, former mayor of Huntersville Colin Furcht, a current […]
Downtown Mooresville: More than $12.7 million invested over two years
June 12. More than $12.7 million in private investment has been pumped into downtown Mooresville during the past two years, according to Kim Saragoni. Mooresville Downtown Commission (MDC) board chairman. The 501(c)(4) organization, a Nationally Accredited Main Street America program for the second year in a row, takes a preservation-based approach to economic development and […]
Alexander Farm getting back on track
June 9. By Dave Vieser. One month ago, the headline read as follows: “Stalled for a while due to permits, work at Alexander Farms will resume“ For those traveling by the intersection of West Catawba Avenue and Westmoreland Road in Cornelius, the definition of “will resume” may seem a bit puzzling these days since nothing […]
203,000 square foot project proposed in Cornelius
DEVELOPMENT | By Dave Vieser June 8. A bucolic piece of farmland on Bailey Road, which represents the once rural side of Cornelius, has been targeted for a zoning change, which would permit the construction of a five-building, 203,000 square foot commercial center. However, nearby residents have raised concerns about the proposal, to the extent […]
NC among Top 10 states for best economy
June 7. North Carolina has the nation’s seventh best state economy, according to a new report from WalletHub. WalletHub compared all 50 states and the District of Columbia on economic strength, change in GDP, startup activity and share of jobs in high-tech industries. To view the full WalletHub report, click here. Economic Performance of North […]
Deborah Young lands small business award from LKN Chamber
June 8. By Dave Vieser. Deborah Young, who has operated a photography studio in Cornelius for more than 30 years, has been named Small Business of the Year in Cornelius. The award, which is given by the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce, was presented to the veteran photographer at the Cornelius Town Board meeting this […]
Reopening of Flair Trade consignment store still delayed
June 5. Szilva Harman is updating Flair Trade Upscale Consignment fans about the store’s delayed opening. “Our original plan had us opening late spring,” Harman wrote in an email to customers. “Unfortunately, we encountered challenges with the architectural plans which have set us back several months.” Harman is as eager as customers for the store […]
People on the Move: Amy Salvatore Reiss
June 2. Davidson resident Amy Salvatore Reiss has started a new position as community advocacy marketing manager at DreamBox Learning, which. offers adaptive math programs that students have access to at home. Before taking this position, Reiss worked at Cannon School in Concord for eight-plus years, most recently as associate director of marking and communications.
Bosch plans $130 million expansion in Lincoln County
June 1. Bosch will invest $130 million to expand its power tools accessory manufacturing plant in Lincolnton, adding 400 new jobs. The German company plans to build a 325,000-square-foot building for manufacturing, logistics, and warehouse operations. A leading global supplier of technology and services, the company is committed “to develop local manufacturing here in the […]
By the numbers: Affordable housing and how to do it
May 31. Charlotte ranks in the top 20 percent of most affordable cities for housing in the United States. A new survey from WalletHub says the Charlotte region is 52nd out of 300 US cities in terms of most affordable cities for home buyers. With the median home sales price nationwide soaring from $313,000 at […]
