Mecklenburg County announces service closures for Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, with various departments and facilities closed, but parks open and essential services like abuse hotlines operational.

Monroe Police officers received handmade appreciation cards from Child Time of Monroe's children on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and shared the moment on social media.

A Veterans Services Office has opened in Huntersville Town Hall, providing resources for veterans, and is staffed by experienced officer Culeen Shafer.

Charlotte Government announces an information session on Fair Housing Ordinance and HUD updates, at University City Regional Library, open for public registration.

Concord's 2026 waste calendar is available online, listing recycling weeks, holidays affecting collection, and notes on common recycling contaminants. The CARTology app and website provide disposal guidance and service schedules.

The Statesville Police highlight January as National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, addressing the hidden issue and urging public vigilance and community engagement to combat trafficking.

The Gaston County Museum's new exhibit "Making Our Voices Heard" features the activism of seven North Carolinians and is part of the America 250 NC initiative.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police celebrated their "Officer Good Boi" contest winner from the Airport Unit on social media, fostering community engagement and recognizing K-9 contributions.

Mooresville Planning Board reschedules a public meeting from January 27 to January 13, 2026, at Town Hall, 6:00 p.m. Further information is available at 704-662-7040 or mooresvillenc.gov.

Hickory Public Library and My Chapter House bookstore launch "Hickory Reads," a community reading initiative featuring Virginia Evans's novel "The Correspondent," with events and the author's appearance at Hickory Literary Festival.

The Concord-Cabarrus area plans a series of events, from January 15-19, to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The theme is "Keep On Moving!" and includes a wreath laying, awards banquet, parade, and various fairs.

Charlotte County calls for volunteers to join advisory boards for local services, with positions open on various MSBU and TU boards, including the Barrier Island Fire Service MSBU. Terms end on October 31 of various years up to 2028.

Mecklenburg County's Critical Home Repair Program provides vital home repairs for seniors, aiming to address affordable housing issues and help residents like Kenneth Patterson and John Fleming maintain their homes.