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Cabarrus commissioners adopt $560.9 million budget, keep property tax rate unchanged

Cabarrus commissioners adopt $560.9 million budget, keep property tax rate unchanged

  • From staff reports

CONCORD — Cabarrus County commissioners have approved a $560.9 million budget for fiscal year 2026-27, maintaining the county's property tax rate at 57.6 cents per $100 of assessed value for the second consecutive year while increasing investments in public safety and employee retention.

Cabarrus commissioners select John Eller as next county manager

Cabarrus commissioners select John Eller as next county manager

  • From staff reports

CONCORD — Cabarrus County has named veteran local government administrator John Eller as its next county manager following a nationwide search that drew nearly 100 applicants.

Cabarrus Arts Council launches new season with party July 9

Cabarrus Arts Council launches new season with party July 9

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New exhibitions, classes and concerts are on tap in Cabarrus County.

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    Kannapolis History Associates to present patriotic and spiritual concert

    Kannapolis History Associates to present patriotic and spiritual concert

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    The Kannapolis History Associates will host “A Night of Patriotic & Spiritual Music” on Monday, July 6, at the Kannapolis Church of God, 2211 W. A St., Kannapolis.

    Commissioners Notebook: Mt. Pleasant creek to be named for Archie Fisher

    Commissioners Notebook: Mt. Pleasant creek to be named for Archie Fisher

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    CONCORD – Cabarrus County Commissioners will hold their monthly Regular Meeting on Monday, June 15, at the Cabarrus County Government Center in downtown Concord.The Board is scheduled to vote on the Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 (FY27) at the meeting. The FY27 budget runs from…

    Cabarrus EMS receives NCDHHS grant funding

    Cabarrus EMS receives NCDHHS grant funding

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    Cabarrus County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is one of 39 state agencies awarded part of a $10 million grant from the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.

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