Life Before The Lake – Early History of Davidson
In 1891, the town's name was changed from "Davidson College" to "Davidson", emblematic of the community's expanding roles for town and gown alike.
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Life Before The Lake – Early Mooresville History
What was daily life like in Mooresville in the 1930s and 1940s? Read about the naming of the town and view an old newsreel, "My Home Town"
Life Before The Lake – History of Ada Jenkins
The Ada Jenkins Center has a fascinating history that dates back to the early 20th century.
Life Before The Lake – People with Vision
Lake Norman is a testament to the visionary foresight and collaborative efforts of individuals like Dr. Gill Wylie, William States Lee, Buck and Benjamin
Life Before The Lake – Roots of Cornelius: A Tale of Cotton and Community
In the late 1800s, the area of what would become Cornelius, North Carolina. Read about the early history.
Life Before The Lake – Overview of Lake Norman
Lake Norman, the largest man-made body of fresh water in North Carolina, has a fascinating history. Let’s dive into some intriguing facts:
Life Before The Lake – Battle of Cowans Ford
Today, the present site of the Battle of Cowan’s Ford rests under Lake Norman near Charlotte, North Carolina. Read about the battle that influenced
Life Before The Lake – Understanding “Full Pond”
Ever wondered what "Full Pond" means? Well, if you live near Lake Norman in North Carolina, you're probably familiar with this term. Let's break
Life Before The Lake – Early Huntersville History
Huntersville was incorporated in 1873 and is believed to have been named after Robert Boston Hunter. Read about the naming of the town.
Life Before The Lake – Inception of the Lake
William States Lee Sr. and millionaire industrialist James B. Duke, started building a series of dams along the Catawba River to provide hydroelectric power
Life Before The Lake – Early Mt. Mourne History
The Mount Mourne Plantation lent its name to the modern-day community of Mount Mourne. Read about its builder, Rufus Reid.
Life Before The Lake – Building the Lake
Lake Norman was completed almost 70 years after the idea was introduced by an engineer from South Carolina.
Life Before The Lake – New Feature from LKNConnect.
This article is one of the first in a new section on LKNConnect.com's website entitled "Life Before The Lake."