The NWS forecasts a mix of rain and potential thunderstorms in Charlotte, NC, with a sunny Sunday followed by changing temperatures and a chance of more rain by next Thursday. A Hazardous Weather Outlook warns of possible severe storms on Saturday.

The Gaston County Museum's new exhibit "Making Our Voices Heard" features the activism of seven North Carolinians and is part of the America 250 NC initiative.

Iredell County contemplates fire service reform, with proposals addressing funding equity and response efficiency, per a consulting report. The Commissioners plan to use the report in future financial planning.

Jessica Ross from Gaston County EMS earned the "Chief Training Officer" title from the Commission on Professional Credentialing, joining 322 CTOs globally.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police celebrated their "Officer Good Boi" contest winner from the Airport Unit on social media, fostering community engagement and recognizing K-9 contributions.

Mooresville Planning Board reschedules a public meeting from January 27 to January 13, 2026, at Town Hall, 6:00 p.m. Further information is available at 704-662-7040 or mooresvillenc.gov.

Concord announces a Bus Art Project inviting artists to submit designs that represent the city for its buses, with a deadline of February 2, 2026. Selected artwork will be displayed on buses for around two years.

Hickory Public Library and My Chapter House bookstore launch "Hickory Reads," a community reading initiative featuring Virginia Evans's novel "The Correspondent," with events and the author's appearance at Hickory Literary Festival.

The Concord-Cabarrus area plans a series of events, from January 15-19, to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. The theme is "Keep On Moving!" and includes a wreath laying, awards banquet, parade, and various fairs.

Hickory Police Department promoted Jeff Young to Deputy Chief and Justin Levey to Captain, acknowledging their service and dedication to the community. Both are former Marines with extensive law enforcement experience and education.

Rick Beasley, Assistant City Manager for Hickory, announced his retirement after eight years in the role, marking the conclusion of a significant tenure in the city government.

Charlotte's weather forecast includes mixed conditions, with a sunny day and expected high near 66°F, followed by a chance of rain and gusty winds over the weekend, then clearing to sunny skies by Sunday.

Kareem Hicks, of the "Getting Money Brothers," is guilty of drug trafficking charges and faces up to 20 years in prison.