Lake Norman Citizen

09/27/2025

A dominant defense and an impressive performance by a freshman running back helped Lake Norman Charter earn a rivalry victory versus Pine Lake last night.

Recap:
https://www.lakenormanpublications.com/articles/knights-knock-off-pine-lake-in-clash-for-the-crown-rivalry/

Photos:
https://www.lakenormanpublications.com/gallery/photos-pine-lake-prep-at-lake-norman-charter/

HUNTERSVILLE – A rainy Friday night led to some sloppy football, but Lake Norman Charter cleaned things up in the second half and scored 20 unanswered points to defeat Pine Lake Prep 20-7. The Knights (3-3, 1-1) put together a dominant defensive performance, holding the Pride to right around 100 t...

09/26/2025

Hear from candidates running in the upcoming north Mecklenburg town and school board elections.

LAKE NORMAN — The Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce recently hosted a forum in Davidson, including three candidates for the District 1 seat on the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Board of Education, as well as Davidson Mayor Rusty Knox, who’s running unopposed. A forum in Cornelius is set for Tuesda...

09/25/2025

PHOTO OP: Henry James of Huntersville got to meet and share a special moment with VP Vance in Concord.

Photo taken by his mom Liz James

09/25/2025

Artistry Florals in Cornelius has been delivering happiness in the form of floral arrangements for 40 years.

CORNELIUS – Consistency and creativity are two driving forces behind the success of Artistry Florals, which celebrated 40 years in business over the summer. “The story started when I was 16,” owner Lee Caldwell said. “I delivered flowers to a sweet, little lady in downtown Davidson. She put ...

09/25/2025

Last year produced a statewide record total of $36.7 billion in visitor spending, according to county-level data recently released by the N.C. Department of Commerce.

LAKE NORMAN – Visitor spending increased for 71 of North Carolina’s 100 counties in 2024, contributing to a statewide record total of $36.7 billion in visitor spending, according to county-level data recently released by the N.C. Department of Commerce. The preliminary findings from an annual st...

09/24/2025

Through his law firm, Davidson’s Bob McIntosh supports artistic, athletic, cultural and educational institutions, and nonprofits devoted to underprivileged residents, domestic violence victims, medical diagnoses, land conservation and more.

DAVIDSON – For Bob McIntosh, philanthropy is a core part of his identity. “My natural inclination is to help other people,” he said. It’s questionable whether it’s a case of nature or nurture, though, because McIntosh was raised in a civic-minded family. “The focus was never on us, but w...

09/24/2025

Since 1996, about 11,500 single-family homes and 8,000 multifamily units have been built.

HUNTERSVILLE – Before a mostly procedural meeting, the Huntersville Board of Commissioners heard a report on the hot topic of development in the town. Town Planning Director Brian Richards presented a comprehensive analysis of single- and multi-family development on Sept. 16. Richards walked commi...

09/24/2025

The updates and upgrades were funded by a grant through the Lowe’s Hometowns program.

HUNTERSVILLE – The Huntersville American Legion Post 321 received an extensive refresh thanks to Mooresville’s own Lowe’s Home Improvement company. Goodbye dark wood paneling and linoleum flooring, hello modern greige “Alpaca” walls and vinyl planks! About 40 volunteers, half from Lowe’s...

09/20/2025

North Meck got back in the win column with a 17-10 victory on the road at Hopewell last night, marking a sixth consecutive victory for the Vikings in the rivalry.

HUNTERSVILLE – In a battle of Vikings versus Titans, North Meck maintained its stronghold on The Shield, winning 17-10 on the road at Hopewell Friday night for a sixth consecutive victory in the series. “This is a rivalry I played in for four years, so I’m super stoked,” North Meck head coac...

09/19/2025

“Life can knock you down, but it doesn’t knock you out.”

Read the inspiring story of a Cornelius man whose perseverance is nothing short of remarkable.

CORNELIUS – If you’ve ever felt like life threw you a curveball, talking with John McCurdy is a humbling experience. In 2023, the Cornelius resident was an active man of 49, spending his mornings at the gym, his days selling construction supplies and his weekends at University of North Carolina ...

09/18/2025

The “stuffies” will now ride along in patrol cars, ready to be placed in the arms of a child who needs a little reassurance and a reminder that they’re not alone.

CORNELIUS – A young lady made a very special delivery to the Cornelius Police Department earlier this month. Gracyn Hicks brought a large box filled with some of her beloved stuffed animals, affectionately referred to as her “stuffies,” along with snacks and treats for the officers. The idea b...

09/18/2025

Through his “Ask the Arborist” initiative, homeowners can submit questions, and Davidson Town Aborist Andrew Sileo will come out and investigate anything from a failing garden to a dying tree.

DAVIDSON – Entering Davidson’s city limits, travelers are immediately greeted by the colorful “Welcome to Davidson” sign that proudly bears the words “Tree City USA” alongside its warm greeting. This sign represents just how green-oriented the town of Davidson has been throughout its his...