Charlotte's Solid Waste Services announced its 2026 holiday schedule, with changes to select Monday holidays' collection routines and no yard waste pickup during these weeks.

Recycling pickup delays occurred in Salisbury, NC, prompting the city to inform residents through social media to leave bins out for next-day collection. Reasons for the delay were unclear.

Rowan County Animal Shelter releases 2026 event schedule, highlighting community engagement and pet adoption with discount adoption events and a new Doggie Day Out Program.

Cherryville organizes various New Year's events, including a library party, a musket blast tradition, and natural experiences at Kings Mountain State Park.

Concord Government reminds residents to put live Christmas trees curbside, sans decorations, for eco-friendly disposal, and artificial ones as bulky trash. Use CARTology App or website for waste schedules.

The Charlotte Fire Department uses the traditional pompier ladder in recruit training, emphasizing values like focus and discipline, and honoring firefighting history.

Alvin and Robi are the final K9 contenders for the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police's 2025 Officer Good Boi title, with public voting to determine the winner.

The Huntersville Fire Department expressed support on Facebook for the Mint Hill Police and Fire Departments after an incident, thanking them for their selfless service.

A stolen statue of jazz legend Loonis McGlohon was returned to Middle C Jazz club in Charlotte with an apology note. Originally taken by two suspects, its return concludes the investigation of its theft valued at $20,000.

During Thanksgiving week, Gastonia's GoGastonia transport provided 3,050 rides to 855 riders, with improved service times and 91.1% demand fulfillment despite holiday quietness.

The Salisbury Police Department, with Cloniger Automotive, held its 25th annual bike giveaway, spreading holiday cheer and engaging with the community.

Mooresville, NC seeks a Construction Project Manager, offering a $2,000 bonus. The role is vital for infrastructure development; applications are invited via Facebook.

A Union County Sheriff's Deputy, Sergeant Alex Xavier, delivered Amazon packages himself after a tote went missing, ensuring timely holiday cheer for families in Monroe, North Carolina.