The Fort Mill County Council approved an increase in impact fees for new residential developments, effective April 8, 2025, with fees set at $29,640 for single-family homes and $20,796 per multifamily unit.

The BOC meeting on April 7, 2025, involved new appointments, recognitions of Child Abuse Prevention Month and public health, infrastructure approvals, and updates to the Map Review Officers roster.

U.S. Attorneys' Offices in North Carolina commemorated National Crime Victims' Rights Week with a ceremony in Raleigh, emphasizing support and healing for survivors.

Cabarrus County seeks a new Board Chair as Chris Measmer is likely to replace Senator Paul Newton. Applications are open until April 9 for registered Republicans, with the selection on April 10.

A virtual town hall on urban sustainability focusing on trees will be hosted by Indian Trail on April 10, featuring TreesUnion leaders and encouraging public participation.

The South Salisbury Fire Department is proposing a tax increase and has scheduled a public hearing on April 23, 2025, to discuss the matter with residents.

The Town of Indian Trail will release its next Town Manager's Report on April 18, providing residents with updates on local projects and operational matters.

Lincoln County urges water conservation as the Catawba-Wateree River Basin enters a Stage 0 drought watch, calling for voluntary measures to prevent future shortages.

Mecklenburg County is set to increase its affordable housing stock by joining the second cohort of Counties for Housing Solutions, focusing on expanding affordable home supplies. A team will develop a strategy on this initiative until June.

Mecklenburg County has announced a voluntary project to elevate homes at risk of flooding, funded by FEMA and backed by NCEM, seeking public comments before May 3.

The local burn ban in Mecklenburg County has been lifted, but officials remind residents to follow ongoing open burning regulations for safety and air quality.

The Cabarrus County Commissioners' work session on April 7 will be broadcast live and address community issues, including property demolition, fee updates, grant approvals, and health plan renewals.

Charlotte's flood protection efforts lead to a Class 2 CRS rating, granting residents up to 40% savings on flood insurance.