A fun mix of modern and vintage home decor just landed in the Oak Street Mill, called The Bungalow Market. The shop is locally owned by husband and wife team, Brett and Greta McCoy from the LKN area.
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Reflection Series: Part Three: Resolution of Peace and Justice
Several Shepherds, Pastors and Clergy of the Charlotte Mecklenburg region hereby submit a Resolution of Peace and Justice.
Reflection Series: Part One: I Take Pause
Old Town Cornelius introduces this reflection series as a way to empower the voices in our community to express their thoughts and feelings about the uncertainty and discomfort of the current political and social climate. Throughout this series, we hope to begin the dialogue that is so important to initiate change in our community and in our world. Additionally, we hope that this series can document the current state of our world, and allow us to all reflect.
Reflection Series: Part Two: A Confession of Racism
Old Town Cornelius introduces this reflection series as a way to empower the voices in our community to express their thoughts and feelings about the uncertainty and discomfort of the current political and social climate. Throughout this series, we hope to begin the dialogue that is so important to initiate change in our community and in our world. Additionally, we hope that this series can document the current state of our world, and allow us to all reflect.
Local Students Organize Cornelius ‘Black Lives Matter’ Demonstration
Desmond Tutu, South African cleric and human rights activist, states that “If you are neutral in situations of injustice, you have chosen the side of the oppressor.” This message has resonated with many in the wake of George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis, Minnesota. On June 3rd, 2020, several local students took the initiative to organize their own protest to have their voices heard on issues of systematic racism and police brutality.
The Search For Virtual Health
In times like these, when almost everything normal seems to have shut down, it is really important to still find ways to remain physically and emotionally healthy.
A Grand Re-opening for OTC Retail
This is an account of our guest community contributer, Aissa Vessley visiting many of the retail businesses in Old Town on Saturday May 9, phase 1, Re-opening Day. Today I took a stroll up Catawba Ave to embrace and support the local stores opening their doors this morning. I work locally also so I know… Continue reading A Grand Re-opening for OTC Retail
Cool Fish LKN’s Live DJ Stream Is Bringing Live Music to Your Home
Cool Fish LKN aims to create a casual social space for community members to come together to enjoy good food and creative drinks, making unforgettable memories. This mission presented a great obstacle for the owner, Alex Atkins, during the age of COVID-19. How could he continue to bring together the community during a time when we are supposed to be apart? The answer — Live DJ Streaming all month long!
How We are Handling the “New Normal”
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