Hickory street crews are prepping for a winter storm by brining roads and asking residents to move cars for plowing. Priority is given to major roads.

Organizations in Charlotte collaborate to offer emergency shelter and aid during severe winter weather, activating protocols and providing transport to shelters for the homeless.

Charlotte residents are facing city service delays post-storm. Collections will occur when safe, and the Grady Cole Center has closed. CATS operates on a limited schedule, concluding by midnight. Updates are available at the City's info center.

Hickory adjusts services due to winter weather, with changes in waste collection and facility schedules. Libraries and recreation centers operate on modified hours, while some activities are rescheduled.

Gastonia seeks volunteers for the Point-in-Time Count event to tally homeless individuals and inform resource allocation in Gaston, Lincoln, and Cleveland counties.

Hickory faces schedule changes and service disruptions due to snow; some facilities have reduced hours, while waste collection is suspended for the day.

Union County will close its temporary emergency shelter at Monroe Middle School, which had fewer disruptions from the weather than expected, on Tuesday morning.

Cabarrus County warns residents of a scam impersonating Duke Energy with fake power outage messages. Officials advise avoiding suspicious links and contacting Duke Energy directly for legitimate updates.

Hickory's winter weather leads to the closure of city facilities and suspension of solid waste services on January 26, with updates promised as conditions are reassessed.

Union County Fire Marshal Jon Williams advises residents on how to safely stay warm during power outages, warning against hazardous heating methods and emphasizing the importance of carbon monoxide detectors.

Winter Storm Fern prompts Huntersville officials to close public facilities and declare a state of emergency due to hazardous conditions, urging residents to prepare for power outages and minimize travel.

Hickory officials advise residents on protecting pipes from freezing due to a cold front, with tips like insulation, maintaining indoor temperatures, and knowing how to shut off water.

Union County partners with the American Red Cross to open a shelter at Monroe Middle School for residents affected by Winter Storm Fern, providing amenities and protection. The shelter, welcoming pets, also includes health screening amid concerns.