Union County Register of Deeds reminds travelers to renew passports ahead of spring break, offering in-person services, and advising early application to avoid delays.

Rowan County's Civic Leadership Academy graduated its second class, providing in-depth insights into county government operations and encouraging civic engagement.

The U.S. Treasury picked Asheville to host G20 finance deputies Aug. 29–30 and ministers Aug. 31–Sept. 1, spotlighting Western North Carolina’s recovery and hospitality.

One-stop early voting is open in Shelby and Kings Mountain through Feb. 28 with same-day registration and curbside voting.

An appeals court found regulators misapplied the state's fuel‑recovery law when approving Duke's 2024 fuel rider, but a 2025 law change blocks refunds for customers.

Three former Third Creek plant workers sued Statesville, alleging a supervisor set up a "whites only" bathroom and that they were fired after raising concerns.

A planned broker switch in Cabarrus County collapsed after the chosen firm withdrew, prompting a commissioner to call for an ethics probe as budget talks near.

Concord names Eric Pratt as the new Aviation Director for Concord-Padgett Regional Airport, expecting to drive community growth and enhance airport operations.

Huntersville plans to expand NC115 into a four-lane road, with added multi-use paths. An information meeting is scheduled for community input on February 24, 2026. The project emphasizes inclusivity and civil rights.

A federal court ruling and a late‑2025 law could open refund opportunities for Charlotte taxpayers who paid pandemic‑era tax penalties or interest.

A judge found probable cause in a petition to remove Cabarrus County Clerk Bill Baggs; Baggs calls the complaint a politically motivated effort. A hearing is set for Feb. 27.

The Charlotte Fire Department introduced a new vehicle to raise awareness about the importance of smoke alarms, as part of their larger efforts in fire safety education, particularly targeting third-grade students.

North Carolina’s attorney general reached a consent judgment with Charlotte tow operator David Satterfield that bans certain towing practices and orders about $30,000 in restitution.