Wednesday, June 19, 2013
Beer festival on the horizon The fourth annual Lake Norman Beer Festival takes place 3-10 p.m. Sept. 21 at Galway Hooker in Cornelius. Tickets cost $40 for general admission and $50 for VIPs who want exclusive samples 2-3 p.m. Details: www.lknbeerfest.com. CORNELIUS – Matt Glidden wanted… read more about Cornelius brewery doesn’t clown around
HUNTERSVILLE – Though Charlotte is the fifth-fastest growing metropolitan area in the U.S., it still has an unemployment rate of more than 9 percent, Wells Fargo economist Mike Vitner told attendees at a luncheon on April 18. Vitner, managing director and senior economist at Wells Fargo, spoke… read more about Slowly but surely, economy continues to recover
HUNTERSVILLE – Village Paws and Claws has returned to Huntersville. The second branch of the pet supply store, which recently opened at 14229 Reese Blvd. W., focuses on offering premium and holistic foods and products for dogs and cats in an upbeat environment that fostered community… read more about Pet store returns to Huntersville
HUNTERSVILLE – Having a community bank located close to Charlotte, one of the nation’s largest banking districts, hasn’t hurt business for lake-based banks. Charlotte-based banking giant Bank of America reported a small $340 million quarterly profit last fall. The profit margins don’t reach that… read more about Small banks are key to helping small business
DAVIDSON – It didn’t take Barry Bodine long to figure out that he was a car enthusiast. Bodine, the 35-year-old son of 1986 Daytona 500 champion Geoff Bodine, followed his father into racing and honed his skills as a driver from a young age. The younger Bodine’s talent got him to the NASCAR… read more about Draco Performance plans return to Lake Norman
Asset management among free workshop topics CORNELIUS – Are Your Ducks In a Row? A free public workshop examining estate planning, asset protection, identity theft prevention and physical security for yourself and home will be held 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. April 30 at Grace Covenant Church in… read more about Herald Weekly business briefs for April 18-24
Signup today for Our Towns Habitat benefit program HUNTERSVILLE - Today (April 12) is the last day to RSVP for the Baubles & Sweets Fundraising Soiree sponsored by Ballas Chiropractic. The event will be held from 6:30-8:30 p.m. April 18 at 9718-D Sam Furr Road, Huntersville. The practice,… read more about Herald Weekly business briefs for April 12
CORNELIUS – Scott Crosbie thought he had a nice little niche sign business eight years ago. It’s become much more and is enjoying tremendous growth and expansion in a booming region. Crosbie’s company - Artisan Signs and Graphics - started in 1993 as a sign business exclusively for… read more about Graphics company celebrates growth, 20th anniversary
Fashion boutique leaves Huntersville for Charlotte HUNTERSVILLE – Jewelry retailer 32 Flavors Boutique, a business in The Shoppes at Birkdale Crossing, will have a new home next month. The store, which offers handcrafted jewelry, wall art, gifts and home decor, will move to 224 East Blvd., on… read more about Herald Weekly business news for April 5-11
HUNTERSVILLE – Daetwyler Clean Energy, a solar panel racking business, is expanding to California. Daetwyler – which specializes in industrial services and engineering – will keep its main office off Reese Boulevard in Huntersville. The international company announced recent plans to have… read more about Lake Norman energy firm goes West
Veterinary hospital opens in Cornelius next month CORNELIUS - Main Street Veterinary Hospital, owned by Drs. Lori Hoe and Amanda Goodwin, will hold a grand opening at 8 a.m. April 15 at 20306 N. Main Street in Cornelius. The hospital is hosting a Family Fun Day / Community Open House… read more about Herald Weekly Business Briefs - March 29-April 4
HUNTERSVILLE – Because of approved funding by the City of Concord, the contract tower at Concord Regional Airport will remain open for two months. The towers at Concord and Hickory Regional Airport were due to close on April 7. The Federal Aviation Administration announced March 22 it will close… read more about Concord, Hickory airport control towers to close
MOORESVILLE – Originally from the frosty landscape of Milwaukee, Jim Stillman loves the laid-back, nautical life, and it shows in his business style. Paintings of beach scenes and soothing blue walls greet clients who visit JDS Wealth Management, an office tucked away in a maze of hidden… read more about Protecting, growing lake dwellers’ wealth
MOORESVILLE – Tony Ryan has a passion for aircraft. That passion has led to great things for Ryan, the president of Carolina Corporate Jet, a Mooresville-based company that buys and sells used turbine aircraft. Carolina Corporate Jet specializes in Cessna Citation and Raytheon brand jets.… read more about Mooresville Jet broker keeps the skies busy
HW 3-22 add biz brief CORNELIUS - Republican state Rep. Charlie Jeter will provide an overview of the 2013 legislative session in Raleigh as well as how bills will impact area communities during a presentation to Lake Norman Chamber of Commerce members 8:30-10 a.m. March 22 (today) at the… read more about Jeter to address Lake Norman business forum
(box) Facts about Little Otter Swim School • Member of United States Swim School Association, World Aquatic Baby Congress, National Drowning Prevention Alliance and Swim Australia • Matthews location is at 8200 Tower Point Drive, Charlotte • Huntersville location will be off Reese… read more about Little Otter swim school