James L. Dorton Park in Concord reopened after a renovation featuring a new inclusive changing table, expanded parking, pedestrian bridges, and recreational enhancements including a playground, field, and 18-hole disc golf course.

UF/IFAS and Lemon Bay Conservancy seek volunteers for the 5th Annual Eyes on Seagrass Monitoring Program to collect data on seagrass health in Charlotte Harbor and Lemon Bay.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg invites residents to join The Big Spring Clean litter removal event, with previous volunteers having collected 9,000 pounds of trash.

Charlotte officials, Ashley Landis and Mackenzie Nowacki, lead the Strategic Investment Areas program, enhancing city connectivity and transit, emphasizing equity and safety in infrastructure development.

Gaston County announces a week of events including a County Commission meeting, baseball games, a park Master Plan meeting, a writer's workshop, Senior Games, and a Garden Fest.

Mecklenburg County prepares for Child Abuse Prevention Month in April, featuring blue outfits, pinwheels, and an event to raise awareness about child protection.

Cleveland Community Fire Department plans a public hearing to discuss a proposed tax increase for local firefighting support, scheduled for April 21 at their Training Room.

Union County mourns the loss of K9 Santos from their Sheriff's Office, honoring his decade of service and skills ranging from narcotics detection to tracking.

Deputy Joseph "Shawn" Singleton rejoined the Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office, with a Facebook post detailing his roles, training, and community involvement.

The Kannapolis Fire Department welcomed three new firefighters, Collins, Hayes, and Tighe, inducted at the Swanee Theatre with family and colleagues present.

The Cabarrus County Sheriff's Office warns of increased mail theft and advises the public to be vigilant with their mail and consider digital payments.

Union County's UCSO Foundation Car Show is taking place on April 12th, featuring various vehicle competitions and additional attractions like raffles and food trucks.

Charlotte offers a bulky item collection service for residents to discard large items like couches and appliances, which can be scheduled online or via the CLT+ app.