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Good morning, Lake Norman! In today’s edition: An evening with Diane Keaton, an owl prowl, a candlelight tribute to Pink Floyd, and more. Let’s get to it!
— Cait Baker
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đź“° In the news
Founders with decades of expertise: AutoTechnic in Mooresville near Statesville is a trusted choice for European car care, offering same-day service, BMW, Mercedes, and Mini expertise, premium parts, and a 3-year or 36,000-mile warranty — get all the details.
Stronger strain raises concerns: Hospitals across North Carolina are tightening visitor rules as flu cases spike. Iredell Health System doubled flu admissions over the past week, with 39 patients. Visitors under 14 are restricted, and masks are encouraged, with free masks available. Similar measures are in place at other hospitals. — get details on visitor limits.
Next steps on civic site: Huntersville commissioners will vote Tuesday to set a Jan. 20 hearing on whether to sell Town Hall property, eyed for economic development, and hold first meeting at the new building — see what’s on the agenda.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175 per month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Protect your nest egg: Savvy investors are turning to gold amidst today’s inflation, national debt, and market uncertainty for a reason. It holds its value when everything else feels shaky. Case in point: it’s up ~62% since this month last year. If you’re curious about adding it and other precious metals to your portfolio, American Hartford has a super helpful guide that covers everything you need to know. It’s free, and definitely worth a read — check it out here.
*We do our best to avoid paywalled articles. If any slip through, let me know which ones and I’ll permanently remove them from our source list!
Highlights this week:
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🫶 We got your back
Friendly brain-teaser contest: Puzzle Palooza will be held Wednesday, January 7, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at Cornelius Town Hall. Teams of two race to finish a 500 piece puzzle for prizes. Pizza and snacks included. Teams take home their completed puzzle. Registration is required. $30 per team for residents, $36 for nonresidents. See rules and registration.
Kid chaos, contained: Whether your littles need to climb, slide, or plunge into a ball pit, Playland Indoor Playground & Cafe keeps them busy with obstacle courses and pretend-play nooks, while you sip from the café. An easy win for weekdays or those “help, it’s raining” moments.
Year-round dinks, no drama: Craving steady play without weather tantrums? Lake Norman Racquet & Social Club runs an indoor pickleball club with six courts, plus outdoor options, open play, clinics, and easy reservations via the member portal, perfect for locking in a weekly run with your crew.
Thinning hair? Same: I’ve been shedding a lot, and recently noticed my ponytail feeling thinner. After way too much panic-Googling, I discovered Keranique’s hair regrowth system. Everything with them is surprisingly easy: no quizzes, no pills, no choosing between dozens of products. Just grab the kit and follow the instructions. The best part? It’s $75 off right now, you’ll get three free gifts, AND you’ll get your money back if you don’t love the results.
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📆 Around town this week
All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🎤 An Evening with Diane Keaton @ Side Bar Bottle Company | Monday (1/5) at 6:00 PM – Break out your favorite turtleneck and join the most charming 80th birthday party in town: a cozy Diane Keaton tribute with her best on-screen moments, Chardonnay, and grown-up grilled cheese. Expect laughs, nostalgia, and just enough neurotic banter to warm your civic heart.
🏺 Pottery Wheel Class @ MakerSpace Charlotte | Wednesday (1/7) at 10:00 AM – Nothing beats getting your hands dirty in a six-week pottery wheel class, where beginners and seasoned dabblers spin their way to glory, or at least a lopsided mug. It’s equal parts zen, messy, and strangely satisfying, with results your shelves and relatives will eventually forgive.
🎤 Home Planet Comedy @ The Evening Muse | Wednesday (1/7) at 7:30 PM – Home Planet Comedy is bringing Ryan Cox to town, with Makenzie Manent and Paul Snyder sharpening the punchlines. Expect clever bits, crowd work that won’t ruin your week, and laughs big enough to count as cardio. Grab a seat, skip the small talk.
🦉 Owl Prowl @ Carolina Raptor Center | Thursday (1/8) at 6:00 PM – Whether you can ID a barred owl by ear or prefer your wildlife with mood lighting, this after-dark prowl on the Raptor Trail at Carolina Raptor Center delivers close-up owl time, activities, and a victory s’more. Bring a headlamp, older kids, and book ahead.
📝 HOMEplxce Haiku @ HOMEplxce Retreats | Thursday (1/8) at 6:30 PM – Take a breather and slip into a relaxed haiku hang with WeAreYASE and HOMEplxce Retreats. You’ll write short, clever lines, witness candid expression, and remember you like people in small, thoughtful doses. Low pressure, high vibes, zero syllable police.
🎸 Candlelight: Tribute to Pink Floyd @ Denver United Methodist Church | Friday (1/9) at 6:30 PM – Whether you wore out your Dark Side LP, or your kid found Floyd on Spotify, this candlelit tribute turns Trinity United Methodist into a moody sanctuary. A string quartet tackles the hits, no lasers required, just candles, great acoustics, and a little hometown reverence.
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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đź“» Lake Norman report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 57°F – Low: 42°F – Precip: 2%
Partly sunny, with a high near 57. South southwest wind 1 to 6 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 42. South southwest wind around 3 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 66°F – Low: 48°F – Precip: 0%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 66. Southwest wind 2 to 10 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 48.
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