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Matthews Police Department’s C.O.R.E. Unit Honored with Community Impact Award by Local Chamber of Commerce

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Published on February 14, 2026
Matthews Police Department’s C.O.R.E. Unit Honored with Community Impact Award by Local Chamber of CommerceSource: Facebook/Matthews Police Department

The Matthews Police Department’s C.O.R.E. Unit received the "Community Impact Award" from the Matthews Area Chamber of Commerce. The unit was recognized for organizing events and programs that strengthen community relationships in Matthews, according to the Matthews Police Department's Post.

A photo with the announcement showed Chamber representatives Andrew Pickering and Jessica Tullar alongside Sgt. Warren, Chief Avens, and Officer Sweet. The award recognized the C.O.R.E. Unit’s ongoing dedication to community engagement.

Matthews PD’s social media post noted that the award recognizes the C.O.R.E. Unit for organizing dozens of annual events and programs that strengthen relationships with the community.