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Concord's loose leaf season runs from Oct.

26 through Feb. 11, 2027 & a second chance collection will be offered at the end of the season.

The City of Concord now accepts clean, dry plastic cups (no straws), yogurt cups, takeout containers, and paper cups in residential recycling carts thanks to upgrades at Mecklenburg County Amble Drive Materials Recovery Facility.

Residents are reminded to place items loose in the cart.

Local tax experts in Concord outline five practical steps for maximizing year-end charitable deductions in 2026, including timing donations, using appreciated assets & leveraging IRAs and QCDs.

Residents are encouraged to consult financial advisors and start planning for effective tax benefits.

Gov. Josh Stein’s signing of House Bill 3 has dropped gas prices sharply across North Carolina, making it the cheapest in the nation.

Concord drivers may soon benefit from lower fuel costs as the market adjusts.

Fulton Street will close from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. between Gate City Boulevard and Spring Garden Street from Monday, Oct.

19 to Thursday, Oct. 22 for railroad repairs — weather permitting.

Loose leaf collection season will start Monday, Oct.

26 when residents on assigned weeks can place unbagged leaves at the curb for City crews to pick up in Concord. A special last chance collection is available for a fee during Feb. 15-25 if the scheduled pickup is missed.

Cabarrus EMS will host a Trunk-or-Treat event at Frank Liske Park on Thursday, Oct.

22 from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at 4001 Stough Road, Concord, where themed trunks and food trucks provide treats while a best decoration contest awards trophies.

First Watch opens its new restaurant in North Concord today — offering made-to-order breakfast and lunch for local diners.