Statesville firefighters extinguished a Christmas Eve brush fire in the Hidden Lakes neighborhood with help from a child 'elf' bringing holiday cheer.

A young resident named Corbyn in Concord, NC, was recognized by the Fire Department for alerting authorities to smoke from a neighbor's garage, saving dogs and preventing further damage.

Charlotte's Solid Waste Services announced changes in collection schedule for the holiday season, with no collections on Christmas Day and altered dates following. Regular service resumes on New Year's Day. Christmas tree disposal begins January 5.

Lancaster PD hosts "Christmas on the Courts" with free toys, winter clothing, food, and basketball for the community, highlighting local partnerships and generosity.

Huntersville prepares for a Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. tribute on January 19, 2026, featuring a mobile museum with 400 African American artifacts at the Waymer Recreation Center.

Danny C. Williams receives South Carolina's highest civilian award, the Order of the Palmetto, after a long law enforcement career.

Hickory won the "Spirit of North Carolina" award for Hurricane Helene relief, added 5K races to foster community spirit, hosted its first Literary Festival, upgraded airport facilities, and saw economic growth with corporate expansions.

Mooresville Board of Commissioners has scheduled a closed session meeting on December 19, 2025, to discuss legal and personnel matters, with a livestream available for public viewing.

The City of Charlotte released holiday waste collection guidelines, including altered collection dates for Christmas, regular New Year's services, instructions for safe tree and cardboard disposal, and parking tips for collection trucks.

Rock Hill is requesting nominations for its 2026 Rolling In Rock Hill Paint Day to help disadvantaged homeowners with a free house painting, seeking volunteers, donations, and engaging local groups in the effort.

Charlotte firefighters rappelled down Levine Children's Hospital in festive attire to cheer up young patients, continuing a beloved holiday tradition.

The Statesville Police Department is hiring a Crime Analyst to decode crime patterns and assist in addressing criminal activity, with applications open until December 29, 2025.

Mecklenburg County promotes holiday recycling, urging residents to sort waste correctly and utilize local recycling centers to manage increased trash volumes.