Mecklenburg County News Releases

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  1. Operation Green Light: Shine a Light in Support of Veterans on Nov. 11

    Monday, Nov. 11, is a day to honor veterans and their families. To demonstrate its support on Veterans Day, the Charlotte-Mecklenburg community is invited to shine a green light at home to recognize the service and sacrifice of our veterans.
  2. County Announces Veterans Day Closings

    Mecklenburg County offices and services will be closed on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024, for the Veterans Day holiday.
  3. Solid Waste and Recycling Recognized for Environmental Stewardship Efforts

    Mecklenburg County has been recognized for its environmental stewardship efforts. The Solid Waste and Recycling division received the North Carolina Rising Environmental Steward of the Year Award from the North Carolina Department of Environmental Stewardship Initiative (ESI) at its annual meeting.  
  4. Public Health Unveils a New Delivery Service for Narcan and More

    Access to healthcare has new meaning for residents in Mecklenburg County. Public Health is unveiling a new service through public health medical vending machines also known as kiosks. 
  5. Distinguished Budget Presentation Award: National Recognition for Mecklenburg County’s 2025 Spending Plan

    Mecklenburg County has been recognized for its Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget. The Office of Management and Budget was awarded the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA), which advances excellence in government finance.
  6. Park and Recreation Collecting Donations for Helene Recovery

    To support those affected by Hurricane Helene, Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is collecting donations at multiple locations across the county until Friday, Nov. 1. Accepted items include:
  7. Mental Health Show Series Back On After Hurricane

    Stories of resilience are deeply personal, and they matter. There will be more such stories after Hurricane Helene. But all these stories can connect and help us. This Is My Brave CharMeck 2024 show series will use performing arts as a way to end the stigma around the struggles of mental illness, substance abuse and community violence. 
  8. More than $2.5 Million Awarded to Residents Through HOMES Program

    The Helping Out Mecklenburg homeowners with Economic Support program (HOMES) has awarded more than $2.5 million in grant funding to homeowners since the program opened for this year on July 1–and there is still time for qualifying homeowners to apply. 
  9. Harmful Algae Blooms Observed in Lower Portion of Lake Norman

    Active harmful algae blooms have been found in a portion of lower Lake Norman.
  10. Age Is Just a Number: Mecklenburg County Celebrates Seniors on Ageism Awareness Day

    Mecklenburg County is home to more than 150,000 residents over the age of 60. It’s the fastest growing age group in the county.