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Jury Service Scam Alert: Mecklenburg County Warns Residents of False Messages and Threats
Mecklenburg County is warning residents of a jury service scam making the rounds. The Trial Court Administrator’s Office (TCA) at the Mecklenburg County Courthouse has received multiple reports a day of residents receiving suspicious calls, texts, or emails for failure to appear and threats of large fines or a warrant for arrest.
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Mecklenburg County Crisis Intervention Team Program Receives Platinum Certification from CIT International
The Mecklenburg County Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Program has been awarded Platinum Level Certification through CIT International – the highest level of program certification.
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Pacific Life Insurance Co. Selects Mecklenburg County for East Coast Hub, Creating 301 New Jobs
After a competitive search, Pacific Life Insurance Co. has selected Mecklenburg County for its new East Coast hub, creating 301 new jobs over the next five years.
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Storm Water Services Continues Hurricane Helene Recovery Efforts
When Hurricane Helene swept through the Catawba River watershed in 2024, it wasn’t just the storm that was catastrophic – it was the after-effects.
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A New Chapter: Mecklenburg County Breaks Ground on Eastland Park
Mecklenburg County marked the beginning of a new chapter in the story of Eastland on Thursday, with a groundbreaking for the new Eastland Park. Construction began in the fall of 2025, and the new park is expected to be completed in the spring of 2027.
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Fintech Startup Wayflyer Selects Mecklenburg County for U.S. Headquarters
Irish company will create over 20 new jobs in Charlotte to support U.S. growth.
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Setting Priorities: Board of County Commissioners Meet for Fall Retreat
The Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners will attend a fall retreat to discuss its priorities for the upcoming year and start laying the groundwork for the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget.
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Matthew Bixler Named New County Fire Marshal
A familiar face is taking the top spot at the Mecklenburg County Fire Marshal’s Office (FMO).
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SoFi Technologies to Expand Presence in Mecklenburg County, Creating 225 jobs
SoFi Technologies, a digital financial services company, will establish a regional hub in Charlotte, creating 225 new jobs.
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Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Honors Veterans With Annual Golf Tournament
For the 19th year, Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation hosted veterans for a day of golf and fellowship. The department’s annual Veterans Golf Tournament was held Oct. 3, 2025, at the Tradition Golf Club in north Charlotte.