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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 […]
Long-time Cornelius attorney scores top small business award
June 5. Retired attorney Catherine Bentz received the 2022 Outstanding New Mentor from SCORE Charlottee. The business law and estate planning lawyer practiced in Cornelius for more than 20 years. The award recognizes the volume of mentoring sessions she undertook in 2022, her follow-up rate with clients she mentored and her consistent support in promoting […]
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 […]
Developer seeks damages in libel suit
June 2. Developer Jake Palillo is suing two people for over comments on social media that he says crossed the line into libel. The Lagoona Bay project has been endorsed by the Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce. Palillo is in the midst of planning the $800 million Lagoona Bay project in Huntersville on either side […]
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 […]
