Mecklenburg County News Releases

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  1. 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. 
  2. 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. 
  3. Harmful Algae Blooms Observed in Lower Portion of Lake Norman

    Active harmful algae blooms have been found in a portion of lower Lake Norman.
  4. 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.
  5. Mecklenburg County Receives FEMA Disaster Declaration for Hurricane Helene

    Homeowners and renters in Mecklenburg County who had uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Helene are now eligible to apply for FEMA disaster assistance. 
  6. Behind Every Number Is a Story: October Is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

    At its Oct. 1 meeting, the Board of County Commissioners proclaimed October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Mecklenburg County, and Oct. 12 as Domestic Violence Survivors Day.
  7. Mecklenburg County Offices and Services Closed Sept. 27 Due to Anticipated Severe Weather

    Due to anticipated severe weather, Mecklenburg County offices and services will be closed on Friday, Sept. 27, 2024.
  8. U.S. Secretary of Labor Recognizes Job Training for Mecklenburg County’s Incarcerated Residents

    Mecklenburg County is getting national attention for its workforce development efforts, especially in preparing incarcerated people for jobs after their release. 
  9. Partnerships for Nonprofits: Grant Money Available from Mecklenburg County

    Nonprofits are the beating heart of Charlotte-Mecklenburg, providing services that make our community a better place to live: affordable housing, literacy, health care, career readiness, and much more. That is why Mecklenburg County partners with nonprofits to offer Community Service Grants and other opportunities that can lift our community.
  10. Seniors Receive Triple Benefits at Uptown Farmers Market

    Seniors who receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits can triple the value of their benefits during a one-day-only event, thanks to a special grant. The special opportunity is at the Uptown Farmers Market only on Saturday, Sept. 21.