Mecklenburg County is hosting its 21st annual Domestic Violence Memorial Tree lighting ceremony on Dec. 4 to honor victims and raise awareness about domestic violence.

The City of Concord expressed thanks in a Facebook post for the community's participation in recent festivities, highlighting unity and resilience during the weekend's events.

Hickory, NC celebrated successes in 2025, including a "Spirit of North Carolina" award for hurricane relief, new 5K races, a literary festival, airport expansions, and economic growth at Trivium Corporate Center.

Mecklenburg County handed out 1,000 frozen turkeys and side dishes to residents impacted by SNAP disruptions and food insecurity, with further aid detailed at MeckNC.gov/Food.

Master Gardeners in Union County are creating and distributing evergreen arrangements to seniors for the second year, providing holiday cheer to homebound clients and senior nutrition sites.

The Statesville Police Department's "Fill the Trailer Toy Drive" was a success, collecting holiday gifts for children, thanks to community donations and an Amazon Wish List for online contributions.

The Union County Library's "Paws to Read" program lets children read to therapy dogs to improve literacy and confidence, offering personalized bookmarks and a companion dog tale.

The Gaston County WIC has introduced Saturday clinics and online appointments to improve accessibility, including extended hours, Spanish breastfeeding classes, a digital check-in, and a revived Farmer's Market program.

Charlotte's Solid Waste Services holiday schedule alters trash collection for Thanksgiving, with changes including Thursday customers serviced Friday and Friday customers on Saturday. A green recycling week is also noted.

The Solarize Charlotte-Mecklenburg campaign is offering reduced pricing on solar panels and energy storage through group purchasing, with a sign-up deadline approaching.

Mooresville announces a meeting for the induction of new officials and Mayor, followed by a Board meeting. The event is accessible and will be available via livestream.

Sergeant Maness is praised for directing traffic at Bain Elementary and ensuring safety, with Mint Hill Police highlighting community appreciation on social media.

The Lancaster County Library Board is meeting on November 25 at 6:30 p.m. at the Main Library. Residents can get involved by attending and checking the agenda online, despite a non-clickable link in the announcement.