Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department's Civilian Crash Investigations unit handles non-injury accident calls, freeing up officers for priority incidents.

Nicki the Cat, formerly at Animal Care & Control, gained TikTok fame for her chattiness. Her success highlights pet adoption, with accounts like @nicki_purrs gaining followers.

Charlotte urges residents to minimize salt use in winter to protect waterways, advising calibrated spreading and brine solutions for ice-prevention to lessen environmental impact.

The Huntersville Fire Department used social media to wish the community a Happy New Year and remind them to be safe, including not drinking and driving and being careful with fireworks and firearms.

Salisbury Police Department warns against celebratory gunfire, emphasizing the danger and illegality of the practice, and promotes firearm safety on social media.

Gastonia's Finance Department shared holiday cheer with Belmont Health and Rehabilitation, reflecting community spirit and commitment beyond fiscal obligations.

Gastonia offers a "Homebuyer Education Workshop" to aid potential homeowners in understanding the home-buying process, set for January 10 at City Hall.

The Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office pledged to continue serving with integrity and collaboration, expressing gratitude towards the community in a New Year's Facebook post.

Kannapolis Fire and Police issued a New Year's safety reminder about fireworks legality and risks, and urged responsible drinking to prevent impaired driving.

Gaston County is hiring a Community Outreach Worker for their Health & Human Services team, requiring a high school diploma or GED; experience is a plus.

The Statesville Police Department's Facebook post wished the community a safe New Year and stressed the importance of collaboration for a safer environment.

Lincolnton invites families to the annual Lincolnton Apple Drop on December 31st, featuring music, food trucks, snowmaking, train rides, and giveaways, with road closures starting at 2 pm for the event.

Rock Hill's Parks, Recreation & Tourism Department received awards for economic impact from Sports Destinations International and programming excellence from SCRPA.