News About Town: The Police Department has leveled up on their communications game, adding beautifully produced videos to their Facebook page. Catch up on departmental operations, moving stories of loss, and learn about the force's newest members. Watch the recent promotion ceremony and share joy with the proud families who serve behind the scenes with our men and women in blue.

News Around Town: Thursday, October 7, from 7 to 8pm, several Mecklenburg County delegates to the NC General Assembly are hosting an online listening session. Sign up and tune in to share your thoughts on current events, and hear what other people in the community are thinking about. State representatives, including Matthews' Representative Rachel Hunt, and senators will use the time to respond to constituent questions.

One Fun Thing: Make Wednesday, September 29, pizza night at the Pizza Peel. Your purchase is not only good toyour taste buds, 10% of sales at the 110 Matthews Station St. location will be donated to Matthews Athletic Recreation Association. Dine in or conveniently order online for delivery or carryout. Dinner is served.