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.

Charlotte remains North Carolina's largest city, with a significant population lead and is experiencing growth in both population and real estate, although facing debates around university mergers.

Union County has announced the rerouting of traffic at the Government Center in Monroe during renovations, with a new entry via N. Church St. The project lasting until January 2026 won't affect service hours.

The proposed data center project in Matthews, NC, has been withdrawn after residents opposed it, highlighting the impact of community engagement on local development.

Matthews residents prepare for local elections with early voting and registration deadlines announced. The Mayor and Board of Commissioners are to be elected, and a transit tax referendum is set.

Early voting for the Municipal and MGSD Elections begins on October 16th, 2025. No photo ID is required to vote in North Carolina.

A year after Hurricane Helene, NCDOT acknowledges ongoing recovery challenges and efforts in North Carolina, highlighting infrastructure restoration and future resilience building.

Hickory announces the start of curbside leaf collection on Nov. 10, urging residents to prepare leaves properly and use interactive maps for pickup schedules.

Charlotte city officials have introduced enhanced security measures for CATS, including bike and UTV patrols by PSS officers. Mayor Lyles and Interim CEO Cagle assert the initiative will bolster safety.

Cabarrus County Fire Services has initiated "Fire Safety Story Time at the Library" to teach children about fire safety through storytelling and interactive events.