Mecklenburg County News Releases

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  1. 2024 Mecklenburg County Senior Games and SilverArts Registration to Open Feb. 5

    Established to promote health and wellness for people 50 years old and up, the annual Mecklenburg County Senior Games and SilverArts provide a forum to meet new people, enjoy healthy competition, be creative, and, most importantly, to HAVE FUN! Will you be the winner of the next annual Senior Games?
  2. Celebrate Black History Month with Mecklenburg County

    Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is celebrating Black History Month in February with several events that honor the legacy of Black Americans in Mecklenburg County and beyond.  
  3. Property Tax Relief: Apply Now for a Break on Your Bill

     Senior citizens on a fixed income. A disabled resident unable to work. A veteran living in a home adapted for their needs. These are examples of Mecklenburg County residents who might qualify for a break on their property taxes.
  4. Vaccine Access Expanded in Response to Rise in Mpox Cases in the Mecklenburg County Region

    Public Health officials are seeing a rise in mpox cases in our region and across North Carolina. Since late 2023, six new cases of mpox were reported among Mecklenburg County residents. Since the beginning of the outbreak in July 2022, Mecklenburg County has reported 255 cases and 715 cases statewide.  
  5. Reedy Creek Greenway Construction Progresses With Tree, Brush Clearing

    Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation has started clearing trees and brush to prepare for the construction of a new greenway through Reedy Creek Park and along Reedy Creek Nature Preserve.
  6. Extreme Weather: Update on Charlotte-Mecklenburg Homeless Shelters and Assistance

    In response to extreme weather, forecasted through Sunday, Jan. 21, 2024, an activation of extreme weather protocols will begin today at 6 p.m., and includes expanded hours of operation and additional capacity at area homeless shelters. 
  7. Building a Budget: Survey Open for Residents to Indicate Priorities: Your Money. Your Community. Your Voice.

    We want to hear what residents think. Mecklenburg County’s resident survey for the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget is now open at Budget.MeckNC.gov.
  8. Hiring Now: Get Ready for a Construction, Maintenance or Manufacturing Career

    Mecklenburg County is helping residents climb the career ladder in the construction, maintenance and facility management, and advanced manufacturing industries.
  9. 107 Years of Caring: Mecklenburg County Honors Teacher for Her Dedication to Students

    Mecklenburg County is honoring a long-time pillar of the Charlotte-Mecklenburg educational community in recognition of her 107th birthday. At this week’s regular meeting, the Board of County Commissioners proclaimed Jan. 17 as “Julia Ann McKnight Teamer Day.” 
  10. Health Leaders Caution Community to Be Vigilant During Peak Respiratory Virus Season

    Health leaders caution residents that respiratory illnesses including COVID and influenza are circulating at high levels in our community, resulting in spikes in emergency room visits and hospitalizations.