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City Secures $31.4M in Federal Grants for Infrastructure Projects

Published on January 13, 2025

The City of Charlotte Corridors of Opportunity program has been selected to receive $31.4 million in federal grant funding to advance four transformative infrastructure projects in three Corridors of Opportunity.

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Winter Storm Warning: What to Know

Published on January 09, 2025

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Charlotte, North Carolina, from January 10 at 7 a.m. until January 11 at 7 a.m. Snow, sleet, and wintry mixes of freezing rain and ice are anticipated throughout the area. Please stay alert and prioritize safety.

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Charlotte Fire Helps Collect Thousands of Coats to Keep Kids Warm

Published on January 09, 2025

For more than a decade, Charlotte Fire has gone beyond extinguishing flames and responding to emergencies by working to keep children in the community warm during the coldest months of the year. This year’s participation in the WSOC-TV Coats for Kids drive continued that legacy, with Charlotte Fire collecting hundreds of coats at firehouses across the city.

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From War-Torn Ukraine to Charlotte Fire: A Recruit’s Journey of Hope

Published on January 07, 2025

Bohdan Fetisov, 28, is no stranger to hardship. Two years ago, he left his war-torn home in Ukraine to seek safety and a better future in the United States. Now, as a member of Charlotte Fire Recruit Class 129, set to graduate on Feb. 7, 2025, he is close to achieving his dream of becoming an American firefighter.

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Meck County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Public Meeting

Published on January 06, 2025

Mecklenburg County and incorporated communities are updating the Mecklenburg County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan and are seeking public input on changes in risks, vulnerabilities and opportunities for mitigation.

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Charlotte Fire Welcomes Battalion 9: A New Era of Growth and Service

Published on January 06, 2025

With the launch of Battalion 9 on Saturday, January 4, 2025, the Charlotte Fire has entered a transformative new chapter, strengthening its commitment to exceptional service and rapid response for the city’s growing community. This new battalion reflects the department’s commitment to enhancing response times and providing exceptional service to Charlotte’s rapidly growing community.

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Mastering Every Challenge: Inside Charlotte Fire's Special Training

Published on January 02, 2025

Charlotte Fire Department’s Ladder Company Training program stands as a testament to the department’s commitment to being an all-hazards resource for the community. For Captain Kevin Newell, a training officer with Charlotte Fire, the program is about more than just skills; it’s about preparedness, innovation, and teamwork in serving a growing and dynamic city.

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Charlotte Fire Faced a Week of Unrelenting Holiday Emergencies

Published on December 27, 2024

During a week marked by significant challenges, Charlotte Fire demonstrated exceptional teamwork and professionalism in responding to an extraordinary range of incidents, including two multi-alarm fires. From structure fires to a major vehicle accident, Charlotte Fire showcased its unwavering dedication to protecting lives and property across the community.

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City Issues Warning About Parking Scam Targeting Residents

Published on December 23, 2024

The City of Charlotte is alerting residents about a scam involving the city's on-street parking program, Park It.

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Christmas and New Year’s Detailed Collection Schedule

Published on December 23, 2024

City of Charlotte Solid Waste Services will not collect garbage, recycling, yard waste and scheduled bulky waste on Wednesday, Dec. 25, in observance of Christmas Day. Solid Waste Services will collect garbage, recycling, yard waste and bulky waste on the regular schedule the week of Jan. 1. It will be an orange recycling collection week.

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City Secures $31.4M in Federal Grants for Infrastructure Projects

Winter Storm Warning: What to Know

Charlotte Fire Helps Collect Thousands of Coats to Keep Kids Warm

From War-Torn Ukraine to Charlotte Fire: A Recruit’s Journey of Hope

Meck County Multi-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan Public Meeting

Charlotte Fire Welcomes Battalion 9: A New Era of Growth and Service

Mastering Every Challenge: Inside Charlotte Fire's Special Training

Charlotte Fire Faced a Week of Unrelenting Holiday Emergencies

City Issues Warning About Parking Scam Targeting Residents

Christmas and New Year’s Detailed Collection Schedule

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