Politics
Gov. McCrory will help christen Catawba Ave. ‘gateway’ bridge
By Dave Vieser Dec. 11 N.C. Gov. Pat McCrory and Cultural Resources Secretary Susan Kluttz will help christen the new Catawba Avenue Bridge when it is completed early next year. It’s the inaugural effort of the state’s “Art That Moves You” program, according to Cornelius Mayor Chuck Travis. He made the announcment at this morning’s […]
LKN advocacy group will influence voters
By Dave Yochum Lake Norman business owners will have a bigger voice in next year’s local elections thanks to a new business advocacy group called Committee for a Better Lake Norman. The group has been formed “strictly to educate the public on business issues to make the Lake Norman area more business friendly,” said John […]
Cornelius Mayor Chuck Travis speaking at Newsmaker Breakfast
Cornelius Mayor Chuck Travis will answer questions about the town, upcoming projects and transportation issues around town, including the notion of a “superstreet” for West Catawba between Jetton and Sam Furr Road. The Newsmakers Breakfast is Dec. 11 at The Peninsula Club. Hosted by Business Today, the forums are no-holds-barred question-and-answer sessions. The public is invited. […]
Tillis returns to Cornelius for first press conference
Nov. 5 Sen.-elect Thom Tillis this morning returned to the chamber where he first served as an elected official a dozen years ago and told reporters from major news outlets that he might have been elected by “49 percent of the population but I represent 100 percent of the people.” A triumphant—and sleep-deprived—Tillis said he has […]
CMS Superintendent will resign Thursday
Citing personal reasons, Heath E. Morrison will resign as superintendent of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools on Thursday, Nov. 6. “I am exceptionally grateful to the Board of Education for giving me this opportunity and thank them for their leadership and support during my time as superintendent,” said Heath Morrison, superintendent of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. (more…)
Bradford defeats Marcus in District 98 race
Democrat Natasha Marcus was calling opponent John Bradford to concede around 11:45 pm on Election Night. Republican John Bradford has a 55-45 percent lead over Democrat Natasha Marcus in the NC House District 98 race with nine out of 12 precincts reporting. (more…)
Bradford leads in early voting, absentee voting
In the key N.C. House District 98 contest, Republican John Bradford has a small, 54 vote, lead over Democrat Natasha Marcus in early voting, which includes absentee ballots. (more…)
