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Charlotte-Mecklenburg Community Relations Executive Director Retires

Published on December 24, 2025

Willie Ratchford retires after 50 years of service.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Honours & Celebration

Solid Waste Services Christmas and New Year’s Collection Schedule

Published on December 22, 2025

Solid Waste Services will not collect as scheduled on Thursday, Dec. 25, but will collect as scheduled on Thursday, Jan. 1.

Tagged as: , Announcements

Charlotte Selected for the Gateways for Growth Challenge, Round VI

Published on December 20, 2025

The City of Charlotte has been selected to receive a Gateways for Growth (G4G) award from the American Immigration Council and Welcoming America, two national nonprofits working to support immigrant inclusion in communities across the country.

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Charlotte Small Business Ecosystem Report Launches Action Plan

Published on December 19, 2025

A recently completed assessment of Charlotte’s small business ecosystem is already helping to shape how small businesses access resources, capital and long-term growth opportunities.

Tagged as: , Business & Economy

Holiday Collection Tips

Published on December 18, 2025

As families around the Queen City prepare for the holidays, Solid Waste Services would like to offer some reminders and helpful tips.

Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration

Charlotte Firefighters Rappel Down Hospital to Deliver Holiday Smiles

Published on December 17, 2025

Charlotte Fire rappelled from the rooftop of Levine Children’s in a holiday display of heart and heroism. From Santa suits to safety harnesses, firefighters lit up windows and lifted spirits with every descent. Watch how Charlotte Fire brought courage and joy to patients and families during this unforgettable annual tradition.

Tagged as: , Community Safety, Honours & Celebration

Charlotte Places Top Five in Digital Cities Survey

Published on December 16, 2025

Charlotte came in eighth place the year before. The Center for Digital Governments (CDG) is a national institute focused on state and local governments’ technology policy and practices. More than 50 cities were recognized.

Tagged as: , Honours & Celebration

A Rare Ladder and a Lasting Tradition Shape Charlotte Fire

Published on December 10, 2025

Charlotte Fire recruits learn the historic pompier ladder, a test of focus and resilience. The tradition ends with the entire class scaling the tower together, creating a powerful image of unity and pride.

Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Community Safety

Charlotte Fire Leads the Way in Statewide USAR Training

Published on December 09, 2025

Heavy equipment roared to life across the Charlotte Fire Training Academy as firefighters moved through a course built to mirror the devastation of a structural collapse. Concrete slabs shifted, cranes lifted twisted steel, and teams worked through dust and debris with quiet precision. This was not an emergency scene. It was the 2025 Structural Collapse Technician School.

Tagged as: , Community Safety

City Launches Skilled to Build

Published on December 08, 2025

The City of Charlotte has introduced its new Skilled to Build initiative to equip small businesses, employers and talent for opportunities arising from future mobility investments.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy

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