Mecklenburg County News Releases

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  1. Stop the Spark: Properly Dispose of Rechargeable Batteries to Prevent Fires

    Mecklenburg County and the City of Charlotte are encouraging residents and businesses to properly dispose of lithium-ion batteries to avoid fires in the waste processing system, including collection trucks, landfills and recycling centers.  

  2. County Announces Labor Day Closings

    Mecklenburg County offices and services will be closed on Monday, Sept. 1, for the Labor Day holiday.

  3. Tax Collector’s Office Achieves Milestones in Collecting Mecklenburg Revenue

    The Office of the Tax Collector has reached record numbers in its work to collect taxes owed to the governments of Mecklenburg County, the City of Charlotte and the Towns of Cornelius, Davidson, Huntersville, Matthews, Mint Hill, and Pineville.

  4. Mecklenburg County to Co-Host Opioid Conference: Bringing Collaboration and Care to the Opioid Crisis

    As the opioid crisis continues in communities across the country, Mecklenburg County leaders are creating a comprehensive gathering designed to address the multifaceted challenges of the crisis.  

  5. Mecklenburg County Public Health Unveils New Lactation Pod at BOPlex

    Mecklenburg County Public Health is unveiling a new Mamava Lactation Pod in partnership with the BOPlex. This pod supports mothers by offering a private, comfortable space for breastfeeding and pumping at all BOPlex events.

  6. Swim Advisory Lifted for Coves on Lake Wylie

    The swim advisory below has been lifted. Residents are now free to enjoy this portion of the lake.

  7. Families Invited to Community Resource Fair

    Parents, guardians, and community members are invited to learn about Smart Start of Mecklenburg County and services offered at the Ella B. Scarborough Community Resource Center (430 Stitt Road, Charlotte) during a resource fair on Aug. 30 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.  

  8. District 3 Community Meeting Hosted By Commissioner George Dunlap Set for Aug. 26

    The community meeting will include remarks from new Mecklenburg County Manager Mike Bryant and presentations on County services and the FY2026 budget. Residents will have an opportunity to offer feedback and ask questions.

  9. Public Health Warns Pregnant Women About Rising Syphilis Rates and Critical Treatment Shortage

    Mecklenburg County Public Health is issuing an urgent public health advisory to all pregnant women and healthcare providers regarding the increased risk of congenital syphilis due to a nationwide shortage of Bicillin L-A (penicillin G benzathine).

  10. HOMES Program Awards More Than $1 Million

    The HOMES (Helping Out Mecklenburg homeowners with Economic Support) program has awarded more than $1 million since applications opened July 1.