Day: March 5, 2025

News Summary Residents of Charlotte are raising alarm over a new North Carolina law that allows billboard companies to clear-cut vegetation up to 500 feet from their signs. Locals fear this will lead to significant environmental degradation, especially near vital waterways like Irwin Creek. Community members and environmental advocates are pushing back against what they see as a threat to the city’s green spaces, while the outdoor advertising industry argues

News Summary Residents in Charlotte may soon see an increase in their water and stormwater fees, with proposed hikes between 5.75% and 7% for water services and 4% to 6.65% for stormwater. City officials assert that these changes aim to support routine maintenance and manage rising project costs. The upcoming budget proposal in May will finalize these increases, impacting around 90% of homeowners and approximately 79% of water customers, with

News Summary Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools (CMS) will close on March 5, 2025, due to an impending severe weather advisory predicting heavy rain and strong winds. With safety as a priority, all extracurricular activities and programs have been canceled. Neighboring districts are also adjusting their schedules as the community prepares for possible tornadoes and flash flooding. On this day, residents are advised to stay indoors and remain vigilant as local authorities gear