Today on LKNConnect.com – September 12, 2025

Today's on LKNConnect.com

Discover what’s happening Today on LKNConnect: Friday is Food and Wine Day, bringing you the hottest half-price wine lists, drink specials, and a fresh restaurant review for the Lake Norman area. Plus, don’t miss Monica’s satirical column, One Paddle Short, capturing all the quirky struggles and joys of living lakeside with laugh-out-loud local insight. If you’re planning your next meal, our guides help you explore top dining destinations across Lake Norman—from hidden waterfront gems to local favorites—so there’s always something new to savor. Dive in, dine well, and get inspired with a taste of local life only on.

One Paddle Short – But Still Rowing w/ Monica Lucia Hoffman

This animal lover runs a backyard buffet for squirrels, ducks, and deer, but despite constant searching, never finds those dramatic roadside rescues—just disappointment and everyday strays of another kind. click image to read article.

VT Therapy Dogs/Cook Counseling Center/Virginia Tech 
VT Therapy Dogs/Cook Counseling Center/Virginia Tech 

Restaurant Review:

Craving a new go-to after a Birkdale shopping spree? Wondering where to kick off your next night out? Discover why everyone’s buzzing about Burtons Grill—read on!

Andrea Reviews Burtons Grill & Bar in Birkdale
Andrea Reviews Burtons Grill & Bar in Birkdale

Guide to Lake Norman Dining

Craving local flavor? LKNConnect’s Dining Guide spills the secrets on where to feast, what to order, and Lake Norman’s tastiest hotspots from Troutman to Denver!

The Guide to Dining in Lake Norman
The Guide to Dining in Lake Norman

Your Guide to half Price Wine and Drink Specials in Lake Norman

Ready to sip, savor, and save? Half-price wine nights turn any dinner into a special occasion—taste new pairings, find secret gems, and enjoy more for less!

Half Price Wine in Lake Norman
Half Price Wine in Lake Norman

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