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City, Freedom Communities Celebrate New Freedom Business Collective

Published on September 17, 2024

The City of Charlotte and Freedom Communities hosted a ribbon cutting to celebrate the official opening of the Freedom Business Collective, a vital new resource for entrepreneurs, small business owners and job seekers in West Charlotte.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Business & Economy

From Immigrant Roots to Firefighter Boots: Mauro Samayoa-LaForgia

Published on September 13, 2024

Mauro Samayoa-LaForgia, a recruit with the Charlotte Fire Department, is on a mission to serve his community and make a difference. His journey to becoming a firefighter in Charlotte is rooted in a lifelong desire to help others and a deep respect for the values instilled in him by his family.

Tagged as: , Community Safety

CharMeck Emergency Management Promotes September as Preparedness Month

Published on September 12, 2024

September is National Preparedness Month, and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Emergency Management Office encourages Mecklenburg County residents and businesses to be prepared for any disaster.

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City Finalizes Purchase of O-Line Railroad from Norfolk Southern

Published on September 09, 2024

The City of Charlotte has completed the purchase of the O-Line from railroad operator Norfolk Southern Corporation.

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City of Charlotte to Host Welcoming Week Kickoff Event

Published on September 04, 2024

The City of Charlotte will host an official Welcoming Week launch event on Sept. 13 to commemorate the start of the week-long nationwide initiative.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Events & Activities

Charlotte Fire Sizzles as the Fire Dept. Coffee September Spotlight

Published on September 01, 2024

This September, Fire Dept. Coffee is turning up the heat with Charlotte Fire as the latest feature in their Fire Dept. Club.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Community Safety

Leading the Way as a Trailblazing Female Firefighter in Charlotte

Published on August 30, 2024

For Mallory Gazerro, becoming a firefighter wasn’t just about finding a new career—it was about finding a calling.

Tagged as: , Community Safety

No Delay to Labor Day Residential Collection Schedule

Published on August 30, 2024

City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services will collect residential garbage, recycling, yard waste and bulky waste as scheduled on Monday, Sept. 2.

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Nomination Period Open for Fourth Annual Urban Design Awards

Published on August 29, 2024

Nominations for the 2024 Urban Design Awards are now being accepted and the City of Charlotte is encouraging the public to make submissions.

Tagged as: , Announcements, Arts & Culture, Honours & Celebration

New Charlotte Future 2040 Community Area Planning Workshops Announced

Published on August 27, 2024

The City of Charlotte Planning, Design & Development department is excited to announce the second series of workshops as part of the Charlotte Future 2040 Community Area Planning process.