Charlotte awards local businesses for sustainability, with winners like Spectrum Center and Novant Health recognized for eco-friendly practices and energy conservation efforts.

Cabarrus County celebrated Adoption Day, recognizing 12 families including Sara Moss and her daughter Chloe. The event emphasized the foster care need, with 177 children awaiting homes in Cabarrus and only 43 licensed foster parents.

Mecklenburg County maintains SNAP assistance and fights food insecurity through public funding, community partnerships, and events like a turkey giveaway.

Gaston County mourns paramedic Mary Jolly, who died from injuries after being struck while aiding a crash victim in Florida. She was a valued GEMS member and received recognition for her service.

Two Charlotte men, Cristobal Maltos and Miguel Angel Garcia Martinez, are federally charged for using vehicles to assault federal officers during immigration operations.

Hickory appoints Scott Owens as its first Poet Laureate; he will serve from 2026, boosting the local poetry scene and engaging in community activities.

Fit Precast plans to open a $102 million facility in south Gaston County, creating 125 jobs with average salaries of $104,000, focusing on infrastructure manufacturing.

The Lighthouse Children's Advocacy Center in Gastonia is running its 'Hope for the Holidays' event, with a $50,000 pledge from a donor and community-driven support.

Two Nigerian men received 30-month prison sentences for a multi-million dollar money laundering scheme that targeted the elderly and businesses from 2020 to 2023. They must also pay over $4.6 million in restitution.

Suzanne Howard is named Special Guest for Concord's 97th Christmas Parade, marking her decades of involvement. She will not co-host this year but will ride in the parade.

The upcoming weather in Charlotte, NC, is expected to be mostly sunny with mild temperatures, although there's a chance of showers and thunderstorms late Friday night.

Maersk has chosen Mecklenburg County as its North American HQ, creating 520 jobs and investing $16 million into the expansion. The company praises Charlotte's infrastructure and workforce for its growth.

Mecklenburg County announces closures of various county offices and services on November 27-28 for Thanksgiving, but parks remain open and urgent service hotlines will operate.