News & Announcements
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New Era, New Leadership: Deputy County Managers Appointed for Financial Services, Health and Human Services
County Manager Mike Bryant has appointed new deputy county managers to lead two key service areas of Mecklenburg County government.
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Extreme Heat: Residents Urged to Take Precautions to Avoid Heat-related Illness
With extreme high temperatures and heat indices expected Friday through Sunday, Charlotte-Mecklenburg government agencies and partners are highlighting services available to assist vulnerable residents during times of extreme heat. Public Health recommends that residents take extra precautions as heat-related illness can be more severe as the body temperature rises:
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Keeping Cool: Free Box Fans Available to Eligible Mecklenburg County Residents
As extreme high temperatures and heat indices persist through at least July 30, Charlotte-Mecklenburg government agencies and partners are highlighting services available to assist vulnerable residents during times of extreme heat.
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Extreme Heat: Residents Urged to Take Precautions to Avoid Heat-related Illness
With extreme high temperatures and heat indices expected Friday through Sunday, Charlotte-Mecklenburg government agencies and partners are highlighting services available to assist vulnerable residents during times of extreme heat. Public Health recommends that residents take extra precautions as heat-related illness can be more severe as the body temperature rises:
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Fresh Veggies for Seniors: Healthy Benefits Available at Farmers Markets
Warm summer days mean a bounty of fruits and vegetables pouring into local farmers markets throughout Mecklenburg County.
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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:
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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: Join Our Third Annual Walk to Build Support for Elders
Mecklenburg County residents are invited to join their neighbors from across the community to support our elders and those who care for them on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD).
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Scam Jam: Educating Senior Citizens on Schemes, Scams and Fraud
Scams cost seniors more than $3 billion a year nationally, and Mecklenburg County residents are not immune. That is why Mecklenburg County is hosting its “Scam Jam,” to educate seniors on spotting the red flags of a scam or fraudulent activity, and how to report fraud. There is no cost to attend and lunch will be provided.
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Pinwheels for the Children: April Is Child Abuse Prevention Month
Dressed in blue with pinwheels in hand, local advocates and officials will kick off Child Abuse Prevention Month, joining a national movement to highlight prevention strategies and raise awareness to protect children from abuse and neglect.
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Gear Up: Supplemental Income Pilot Program for Young Adults Aging Out of Foster Care
Mecklenburg County’s Youth and Family Services division has launched an innovative pilot program to support young adults aged 18 to 21 who have aged out of the foster care program and will now transition to self-sufficiency.