FEMA and the Florida Division of Emergency Management will provide Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funds for disaster recovery and resilience enhancement while ensuring compliance with environmental and cultural regulations.

Officials request the public avoid Brown Mountain Beach Road amid repairs and have closed the Wilson Creek Day Use Area and Harper Creek Falls for safety during infrastructure recovery efforts.

Mecklenburg County is hosting the BABN Transatlantic Conference, bringing together leaders from the U.S., U.K., and Canada to discuss global trade and business strategies.

The Friends of Rowan Public Library Annual Meeting 2025 features a panel discussion with local media experts Deirdre Parker-Smith, David Whisenant, and Mark Wineka in Salisbury on April 24.

Catawba County announces a free hazardous waste disposal event on May 3 at the Hickory American Legion Fairgrounds, with certain exclusions and benefits for participants.

South Rowan district schedules a public hearing on May 6 for taxpayer input on the proposed fire service tax hike.

The BOC meeting on April 21, 2025, concluded with the approval of five agenda items, including those with substantial financial outcomes for community projects.

The draft EA for King's Branch Stream Restoration in Mecklenburg County is available for public review to address flood risks for local structures and involves stream restoration and sewer realignment. Public comments are open until May 22nd.

China Grove will hold a public hearing on May 6 to discuss raising property tax rates for the South Rowan Fire Service District to fund fire service operations.

Major Jeff Long retired from the Greenville Police Department after 27 years, having served in roles like SWAT Commander and Field Operations Captain.

The SC Supreme Court denied Treasurer Loftis' request to stop a hearing regarding his removal due to a $1.8 billion accounting error. Loftis, running for re-election, calls the effort politically motivated and claims no funds are missing.

The 2024 Charlotte Startup Ecosystem Report highlights significant growth in Charlotte's startup scene, with investment increases and an emphasis on research, innovation, and collaboration for future advancement.

The next Town Manager's Report for Indian Trail is scheduled for May 9, offering residents updates on local projects and events, maintaining transparent town communication.