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  • How a Lake Norman foundation just boosted Cornelius charities in a big way

Also on today's calendar: Radio Nowhere At OTPH Dec 26th and 3 more events.

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Today's riddle: What did the little needle say to the mother needle when it brought home a failing report card? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Thursday: Very warm with some sun, with a high of 74 and low of 52 degrees.
  • Friday: Rather cloudy and cooler, temps: high: 56, low: 51.
  • Saturday: Partly sunny and warmer, with a high of 75 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Peninsula Community Foundation has big year (corneliustoday.com) — A Lake Norman-based foundation has funneled more than $430,000 this year to local nonprofits, including Cornelius Early Scholars and several Cornelius-area charities serving families in need. Peninsula Community Foundation says donations given in memory of former board president George Searle are nearing $50,000, capping what leaders describe as a standout year of community support.
   

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