Matthew Bixler has been named Mecklenburg County's new Fire Marshal, bringing over 20 years of fire service experience to the position previously held in different emergency service roles.

Mecklenburg County will invest $1.5 million to revitalize the historic Excelsior Club in west Charlotte, among concerns over public funds for a for-profit model. Total project cost may reach $8.3 million.

SoFi Technologies is expanding its presence in Charlotte, NC, by investing $3 million to create 225 jobs, contributing to the community and offering diverse employment opportunities.

An AWS outage affected online systems in the northeastern US, causing disruption for local governments and businesses, including Iredell County's permit system.

Hunter Jackson has been promoted to Captain at the Charlotte Fire Department, marking a significant step in his career since joining the department in 2017.

The Statesville Fire Department introduced a battery recycling program using a fire-suppressant-lined drum for safe disposal of rechargeable batteries.

Corning Optical Communications plans to invest up to $267.9 million to expand its manufacturing in Hickory, with incentives from local governments and a commitment to create 132 jobs with average salaries over $65,000.

Mecklenburg County Public Health takes precautionary measures against measles by emphasizing vaccinations amid a rise in cases in neighboring Spartanburg County.

The Gaston County Police Department announced the first graduate of its Recovery Court program, emphasizing the success of this alternative justice initiative focused on treatment over incarceration.

Sheriff Streater spoke at the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy graduation, emphasizing service, integrity, and compassion to the new detention officers.

Early voting for Kannapolis city elections starts on October 16, with resources available for Cabarrus and Rowan County residents to prepare for casting their ballots.

Union County's Finance department received the PAFR Award from the GFOA for excellence in financial reporting, praised for clarity, reader appeal, and creative presentation.

Capt. Jerry Rodgers Jr. from Charlotte Fire Department is named 2025 Officer of the Year for his decades of service and leadership, notably commanding Rescue 10.