City of Concord
Recent News About City of Concord
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Concord hosts student art contest focusing on stormwater pollution awareness
The City of Concord has announced the return of its stormwater art contest, inviting young artists and environmental enthusiasts to participate.
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Concord announces closures for Thanksgiving holiday
The City of Concord has announced the closure of government offices on Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, in observance of Thanksgiving.
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Concord Fire Department plans live-fire training exercise on November 26
The Concord Fire Department is set to conduct a live-fire training exercise on November 26, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., at 541 Wilhelm Place NE.
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Concord announces Veterans Day closures and service modifications
The City of Concord has announced that government offices will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2024, in observance of Veterans Day.
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Concord honors employees for over 1,800 combined service years
City leaders in Concord recently held a ceremony to honor 155 employees for their combined 1,865 years of service.
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Concord celebrates Arbor Day with tree planting at Dorton Park
The City of Concord marked Arbor Day by planting a Regal Prince Oak at Dorton Park.
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Fair housing information sessions offered by Cabarrus County and cities
Cabarrus County, along with the Cities of Concord and Kannapolis, is organizing two fair housing information sessions in October.
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Concord prepares for tree lighting ceremony & Christmas parade this November
Holiday traditions will return to Downtown Concord next month with the 27th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, November 22, and the 96th Concord Christmas Parade on Saturday, November 23.
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Concord's annual loose leaf collection starts October 28
The City of Concord will begin its annual loose leaf collection on Monday, October 28.
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Community invited to shape new Les Myers Park mural design
A new public art project is underway at Les Myers Park, and the community has an opportunity to influence the mural's design through an online survey.
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Concord announces Labor Day closures and service schedule changes
City of Concord government offices will not be open on Labor Day, Monday, September 2, 2024.
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Avelo Airlines expands service at Concord with six new nonstop routes
Avelo Airlines is set to expand its network at Concord-Padgett Regional Airport, located near Charlotte, by introducing six new nonstop routes.
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Concord announces Independence Day closures and modified service schedules
The City of Concord has announced that its government offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.
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Concord invites residents to join educational program for civic engagement
Residents of Concord have the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of their city through the Concord 101 program.
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Concord adopts language access plan to aid non-English speakers
The City of Concord, one of the largest and fastest-growing cities in North Carolina, has adopted a Language Access Plan to address communication barriers and ensure the city remains welcoming for its diverse population.
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Concord presents FY2025 budget proposal focusing on infrastructure and community needs
City Manager Lloyd Payne presented the recommended Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget to the Mayor and City Council on Thursday. The budget aims to deliver essential services and invest in critical infrastructure to support Concord's growing community while maintaining its high quality of life. It also prioritizes enhancing city parks, improving traffic flow, and expanding affordable housing options.
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Three local artists awarded $1K each in Clearwater arts center t-shirt contest
Friends, family, and community gathered at ClearWater Arts Center & Studios on Friday, May 24, for an evening celebrating art, culture, and inclusivity. The event marked the conclusion of ClearWater’s T-shirt design competition, which encouraged aspiring artists and designers to share their creativity and express what inclusivity at the art center means to them. Three winning designs were selected by a panel of judges, earning each artist $1,000 for their creative work. In a surprise outcome, two artists tied for the People’s Choice award and will move on to a second round of...
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Concord announces Memorial Day closures and modified service schedules
The City of Concord government offices will be closed on Monday, May 27, for Memorial Day. Several services will operate on modified schedules due to the observed holiday.
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Concord Electric Systems honored for restoration efforts in Gastonia
The City of Concord Electric Systems has been honored with a national commendation from the American Public Power Association (APPA) for its instrumental role in restoring electric power in Gastonia, N.C. This recognition comes after six crew members were dispatched to assist the City of Gastonia Utilities between May 9-11, 2024, following severe storms and two confirmed EF1 tornadoes that caused power outages across Gaston County.
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Closure Scheduled for Cabarrus Avenue Intersection in Downtown Concord
The intersection of Cabarrus Avenue and Union Street in Downtown Concord is set to undergo a temporary closure starting on May 20, 2024. This closure is part of the Downtown Concord Streetscape Project, aimed at enhancing the city's infrastructure and aesthetics. Contractors will be working on the streetscape and updating existing utilities during this period.According to project officials, "The intersection of Cabarrus Avenue and Union Street is scheduled to close on May 20, 2024, as part of the Downtown Concord Streetscape Project." Despite the closure, access to the...