The Cabarrus County Public Library System's "Color Our World" Summer Reading Program encourages reading and creativity, with activities and a reading challenge tracked via the Beanstack app.

Hickory Public Library announces a ribbon-cutting for a new outdoor stage with a following community drum circle.

Kannapolis announces a spring lineup including Cannon Ballers games with fireworks, the Farmers Market, 'Thursdays on Main' concert, and a Johnny Cash tribute band, offering community entertainment.

Haven Williams, a seventh grader, is honored as the National Ambassador for Mecklenburg County's "Do the Write Thing" contest to address youth violence and will attend an event in Washington, D.C.

Mecklenburg County announces summer hours for outdoor water attractions starting at the end of May, offering daily sprayground operations, variable pool hours, swim lessons for kids, and a summer schedule for Ramsey Creek Beach.

Charlotte Fire Department focuses on mental health, providing programs and support systems like the Peer Support Team and Lighthouse App to aid firefighters with stress and trauma.

Belmont Police express support for mental health awareness, urging community engagement and providing resources like the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

The Gem Theatre announces its $2 Summer Matinees series, featuring family-friendly films from May 27th to August 7th, with showings on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Charlotte hosts multiple events including the Lovin' Life Music Fest, a concert, a Knights game, and the ACC Lacrosse Championship, with increased police presence and transit services.

Kannapolis city officials confirmed over 20 employees completed the S.E.E.K. supervisory training, a hands-on program aimed at enhancing leadership skills.

Charlotte marked the first anniversary of the death of four officers with the Tunnels to Towers stair climb, honoring the fallen and supporting their families.

Cabarrus County Communications won multiple awards at the NC3C 2025 Excellence in Communications ceremony, including for a video on a paramedic's addiction, their podcast, and a budget discussion event.

The N.C. Department of Transportation will refurbish 11+ miles of Cabarrus County roads in a $3.3 million project led by J.T. Russell & Sons Inc., including milling, resurfacing, and safety enhancements.