Mecklenburg County News Releases

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  1. Park Explorer App Makes Local Adventures Easy

    Ever wondered where’s the nearest batting cage, greenway or dog park? Thanks to a redesigned app, finding your favorite Mecklenburg County amenities takes just a few clicks. 
  2. Changes to North Meck Recycling Saturday Drop Off

    Starting Feb. 1, North Meck Recycling and Disposal Facility will no longer accept business/non-residential loads and dump trailers on Saturdays.
  3. Provide Your Feedback on the Future of the Community Development Block Grant Program

    Mecklenburg County residents are invited to participate in a public hearing to help shape the Community Development Block Grant Program’s (CDBG) 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan.
  4. County’s Pilot Program Has Transformational Impact for Reentry Participants

    \Mecklenburg County Criminal Justice Services (CJS) launched a unique initiative known as RAMP Up (Reentry Assistance Mobility Program) last July for residents who have served time in prison and are returning home. 
  5. Gear Up: Supplemental Income Pilot Program for Young Adults Aging Out of Foster Care

    Mecklenburg County’s Youth and Family Services division has launched an innovative pilot program to support young adults aged 18 to 21 who have aged out of the foster care program and will now transition to self-sufficiency.
  6. Extreme Weather: Update on Charlotte-Mecklenburg Homeless Shelters and Assistance

    In response to extreme cold weather forecasted, activation of extreme weather protocols will begin the evening of Sunday, Jan. 19 through Wednesday, Jan. 22, which includes additional capacity at area homeless shelters.
  7. Getting to Work: County, Charlotte Works to Host Career Expo and Workshops

    Mecklenburg County is helping residents launch careers in the advanced manufacturing, construction, and facility maintenance management industries. 
  8. groninger USA, LLC Selects Charlotte for Upcoming Expansion: Company to Bring 60 New Jobs to Charlotte

    groninger USA, LLC a leading international manufacturer of filling and closing machines for the pharmaceutical, consumer healthcare and cosmetics industries, has selected Charlotte for its expanded manufacturing operations. 
  9. Mecklenburg County’s Juvenile Crime Prevention Council to Spend $2 Million to Support Work with At-risk Youth

    The Juvenile Crime Prevention Council (JCPC) is accepting applications for funding from programs that serve at-risk and delinquent youth, or youth who are otherwise under the supervision of juvenile court. 
  10. Listening Session: North Meck Neighbors Invited to Share Priorities with Commissioner Elaine Powell

    Mecklenburg County residents are invited to share their priorities for northern Mecklenburg County during a listening session hosted by District One County Commissioner Elaine Powell.