Mecklenburg County News Releases

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  1. New Era for Mecklenburg County: Mike Bryant Sworn in as County Manager

    New Mecklenburg County Manager Mike Bryant was sworn into office on June 30, 2025, in a ceremony before the Board of County Commissioners and the public.
  2. County Announces Independence Day Closings

    Mecklenburg County offices and services will be closed on Friday, July 4, for the Independence Day holiday.
  3. Extreme Heat: Residents Urged to Take Precautions to Avoid Heat-related Illness

    With extreme high temperatures and heat indices forecast June 23-25, Charlotte-Mecklenburg government agencies and partners are activating additional resources to assist vulnerable residents. Public Health recommends that residents take extra precautions as heat-related illness can be more severe as the body temperature rises:
  4. 50 Years of Excellence: Mecklenburg County Earns Highest Recognition for Government Financial Reporting

    For the 50th consecutive year, Mecklenburg County has earned the highest recognition in governmental accounting and financial reporting. 
  5. HOMES: Economic Assistance Grants for Homeowners Available Starting July 1

    A 10-minute application could save a homeowner more than $1,000. The Helping Out Mecklenburg homeowners with Economic Support (HOMES) program returns July 1 to help homeowners address rising home costs.  
  6. Public Input Wanted on Home Energy Grant Program

    The public is invited to offer comments on how federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) block grant funds are used.  
  7. Mecklenburg County Public Health Offers Free Testing for HIV Testing Day

    Mecklenburg County Public Health will recognize National HIV Testing Day on June 27 by providing free testing for Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and information and referrals for Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) – an HIV prevention medication.
  8. Lake Norman Swim Advisory Still In Effect

    Additional active harmful algae blooms have been found in coves on Lake Norman. Residents are advised to avoid coves in the area north and south of Torrence Chapel Road until blooms are no longer present.
  9. Mecklenburg County Opens New Materials Recovery Facility

    Mecklenburg County Solid Waste held a grand opening on June 17 for its new Pence Road Materials Recovery Facility.
  10. Provide Your Feedback on Plans to Address Housing and Community Development

    Mecklenburg County invites you to review and provide feedback through July 21 on the 2025-2029 Five Year Consolidated Plan and the 2025 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant Program.