This week's top stories includes info on the FY2026 recommended budget, Public Health's accreditation, Older Americans Month, foster care, BHS Corrugated North America and outdoor water attractions.

After a nationwide search, the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners has hired Mike Bryant as the next County manager.

To support those affected by Hurricane Helene, Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is collecting donations at multiple locations across the county until Friday, Nov. 1. Accepted items include:

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2023 Crowns of Enterprise Award Recipient Highlights

This week’s top stories includes info on the proposed MPTA, Rusty Rozzelle, Rosenwald School #2, the Sept. 15 opioid conference, the Voluntary Agricultural District, Hispanic Heritage Month, World Alzheimer’s Day, and the N.C. Soil and Water Conservation Commission.

This week’s top stories includes info on business investment program grants, two new deputy County managers, Suicide Prevention Week, the Crisis Intervention Program, lithium-ion battery disposal, and a new farmers market mural.

This week's top stories includes FY2026 resident budget priority survey results, an update on law enforcement in Mecklenburg County, info on Child Abuse Prevention Month, LIEAP, Stewart Creek Greenway and Latta Place.

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.