COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 9/18/20

There are currently 98 positive/active cases, 1,310 recoveries, 16 people under investigation, and 14 deaths in Lincoln County, NC.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 9/18/2020:

• It is always tragic to lose one of our community members. Our thoughts and prayers go out to these families. With r...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 9/15/20

There are currently 138 positive/active cases, 1,211 recoveries, 16 people under investigation, and 14 deaths in Lincoln County, NC.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 9/15/2020:

• It is always tragic to lose one of our community members. Our thoughts and prayers go out to these families. With r...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 9/11/20

There are currently 132 positive/active cases, 1,162 recoveries, 15 people under investigation, and 14 deaths in Lincoln County, NC.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 9/11/2020:

• It is always tragic to lose one of our community members. Our thoughts and prayers go out to these families. With r...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 9/08/20

There are currently 118 positive/active cases, 1,082 recoveries, 10 people under investigation, and 14 deaths in Lincoln County, NC.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 9/08/2020:

• It is always tragic to lose one of our community members. Our thoughts and prayers go out to these families. With r...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 9/04/20

There are currently 76 positive/active cases, 1,071 recoveries, 10 people under investigation, and 13 deaths in Lincoln County, NC.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 9/04/2020:

• It is always tragic to lose one of our community members. Our thoughts and prayers go out to these families. With r...

Happy Labor Day - Reminders & Census Update

Happy Labor Day! Have you completed the 2020 Census?? Remember, FIRST FRIDAY recycling on 9/4, and city offices/facilities closed on Monday, 9/7 for the holiday. No Solid Waste collection on Monday.

Happy Labor Day! Reminder, all city offices & facilities will be closed on Monday in observance of the holiday. Labor Day is the first Monday in September each year and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers and their...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 9/01/20

There are currently 85 positive/active cases, 1,012 recoveries, 12 people under investigation, and 13 deaths in Lincoln County, NC.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 9/01/2020:

• It is always tragic to lose one of our community members. Our thoughts and prayers go out to these families. With r...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 8/28/20

There are currently 77 positive/active cases, 974 recoveries, 13 people under investigation, and 12 deaths in Lincoln County, NC.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 8/28/2020:

• It is always tragic to lose one of our community members. Our thoughts and prayers go out to these families. With r...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 8/25/20

There are currently 128 positive/active cases, 889 recoveries, 11 people under investigation, and 12 deaths in Lincoln County, NC.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 8/25/2020:

• It is always tragic to lose one of our community members. Our thoughts and prayers go out to these families. With r...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 8/21/20

There are currently 112 positive/active cases, 856 recoveries, 12 people under investigation, and 11 deaths in Lincoln County, NC.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 8/21/2020:

• It is always tragic to lose one of our community members. Our thoughts and prayers go out to these families. With r...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 8/18/20

There are currently 119 positive/active cases, 799 recoveries, 37 people under investigation, and 10 deaths in Lincoln County, NC.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 8/18/2020:

• It is always tragic to lose one of our community members. Our thoughts and prayers go out to these families. With r...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 8/14/20

There are currently 125 positive/active cases, 755 recoveries, 24 people under investigation, and 10 deaths in Lincoln County, NC.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 8/14/2020:

• It is always tragic to lose one of our community members. Our thoughts and prayers go out to these families. With r...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 8/11/20

There are currently 113 positive/active cases, 721 recoveries, 18 people under investigation, and 10 deaths in Lincoln County, NC.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 8/11/2020:

• The Lincoln County Health Department is confirming another death associated with COVID-19 in Lincoln County. The re...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 8/7/20

There are currently 119 positive/active cases, 685 recoveries, 31 people under investigation, and 9 deaths in Lincoln County, NC.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 8/7/2020:

• The Lincoln County Health Department is confirming another death associated with COVID-19 in Lincoln County. The rec...

Lincolnton Utility Billing Update, 8/6/20

The City offers Covid-19 Payment Plan to customers with delinquent accounts and announces new online payment portal.

Throughout the COVID-19 emergency, the City of Lincolnton has been working hard to support residents and utility customers. Residential utility disconnections for outstanding utility bill payments have been suspended since April 1 and the city has not dis...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 8/4/20

There are currently 90 positive/active cases, 665 recoveries, 41 people under investigation, and 8 deaths in Lincoln County, NC.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 8/4/2020:

• It is always tragic to lose one of our community members, and today Lincoln County reports five additional deaths du...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 7/31/20

There are currently 72 positive/active cases, 640 recoveries, 33 people under investigation, and 3 deaths. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 7/31/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 7/28/20

There are currently 141 positive/active cases, 531 recoveries, 28 people under investigation, and 3 deaths. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 7/28/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 7/24/20

There are currently 146 positive/active cases, 471 recoveries, 35 people under investigation, and 2 deaths. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 7/24/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 7/21/20

There are currently 141 positive/active cases, 423 recoveries, 35 people under investigation, and 2 deaths. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 7/21/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 7/17/20

There are currently 152 positive/active cases, 364 recoveries, 48 people under investigation, and 2 deaths. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 7/17/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

Lincolnton Street Mural Project Update

City Council Supports United We Stand Street Mural Project

This past weekend, hundreds of community members including teens, young adults, and families with children came together as volunteers to create a street mural on North Poplar Street in the City of Lincolnton. The weekend painting event attracted people o...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 7/15/20

There are currently 133 positive/active cases, 336 recoveries, 53 people under investigation, and 2 deaths. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 7/15/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 7/13/20

There are currently 125 positive/active cases, 291 recoveries, 40 people under investigation, and 2 deaths. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 7/13/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 7/10/20

There are currently 104 positive/active cases, 257 recoveries, 60 people under investigation, and 2 deaths. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 7/10/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 7/8/20

There are currently 81 positive/active cases, 2 deaths, 45 people under investigation, and 255 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 7/8/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departme...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 7/6/20

There are currently 125 positive/active cases, 2 deaths, 25 people under investigation, and 197 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 7/6/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departme...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 7/1/20

There are currently 74 positive/active cases, 2 deaths, 37 people under investigation, and 185 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 7/1/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departme...

Lincolnton City Council Issues Proclamation in Support of EO147

City Council requires masks in the City of Lincolnton to slow the spread of Covid-19.

Lincolnton, NC -

At its meeting on Thursday, June 25, the City of Lincolnton City Council voted to approve a Proclamation in support and affirmation of “Executive Order 147, Extension of Phase 2 Order and New Measures to Save Lives in the Covid-1...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 6/29/20

There are currently 74 positive/active cases, 2 deaths, 18 people under investigation, and 171 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 6/29/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 6/26/20

There are currently 73 positive/active cases, 2 deaths, 26 people under investigation, and 151 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 6/26/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 6/24/20

Lincoln County reports its second death due to Covid-19. There are currently 68 positive/active cases, 2 deaths, 19 people under investigation, and 134 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 6/24/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 6/22/20

There are currently 71 positive/active cases, 1 death, 24 people under investigation, and 122 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 6/22/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 6/19/20

There are currently 67 positive/active cases, 1 death, 21 people under investigation, and 107 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 6/19/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

Lincoln County BOC & BOH Issue Joint Statement (6/19/20)

The Lincoln County Board of Commissioners and Board of Health issued a joint statement on Friday, June 19, 2020. 

The City of Lincolnton reminds everyone to exercise precautions and remember the 3W’s - Wear a mask, Wait 6’ apar...

First Reported COVID-19 Death in Lincoln County, NC (6/18/20)

June 18, 2020

First Reported COVID-19 Death – LINCOLN COUNTY, NC

Lincolnton, NC –

The Lincoln County Health Department is confirming the first death associated with novel coronavirus infection (COVID-19) in Lincoln County. Lincoln County ...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 6/17/20

There are currently 59 positive/active cases with 7 people under investigation and 102 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 6/17/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 6/15/20

There are currently 57 positive/active cases with 9 people under investigation and 92 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 6/15/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 6/12/20

There are currently 41 positive/active cases with 19 people under investigation and 84 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 6/12/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 6/10/20

There are currently 34 positive/active cases with 3 people under investigation and 79 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 6/10/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 6/8/20

There are currently 37 positive/active cases with 5 people under investigation and 68 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 6/8/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departme...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 6/5/20

There are currently 34 positive/active cases with 9 people under investigation and 64 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 6/5/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departme...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 6/3/20

There are currently 25 positive/active cases with 2 people under investigation and 60 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 6/3/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departme...

Lincolnton Utility Billing Update, 6/2/20

The City extends the suspension of residential utility service disconnections through July 29. In addition, late and default fees are suspended thru 7/29. Residents urged to make partial payments, and pay online (convenience fees are waived).

Throughout the COVID-19 emergency, the City of Lincolnton has been working hard to support residents and utility customers. Residential utility disconnections for failure to pay billing have been suspended since April 1st consistent with the NC Governor&a...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 6/1/20

There are currently 17 positive/active cases with 7 people under investigation and 56 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 6/1/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departme...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 5/29/20

There are currently 13 positive/active cases with 6 people under investigation and 55 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 5/29/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 5/27/20

There are currently 15 positive/active cases with 8 people under investigation and 50 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 5/27/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 5/26/20

There are currently 15 positive/active cases with 9 people under investigation and 46 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 5/26/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

City offices closed Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day

No Solid Waste trash pick-up on Monday 5/25 and the schedule is modified for the week:
Monday 5/25 - Holiday - NO collection
Tuesday 5/26 - Monday route collected
Wednesday 5/27 - Tuesday route collected
Thursday 5/28 - Wednesday/Thursday routes collected

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 5/22/20

There are currently 13 positive/active cases with 10 people under investigation and 43 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 5/22/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 5/20/20

There are currently 14 positive/active cases with 6 people under investigation and 40 recovered cases. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 5/20/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 5/18/20

There are currently 10 positive/active cases with 5 people under investigation. Total tests and negative tests are no longer verified for Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 5/15/2020:

* Total test numbers and negative test numbers have not been consistently reported to Lincoln County Health Departm...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 5/15/20

There have been a total of 959 tests in Lincoln County; currently 12 positive/active cases with 4 people under investigation and 34 recoveries with 909 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 5/15/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation ...

Public Notice - June 4 City Council Meeting

Public comments on the proposed budget now open.

Public Hearing - City of Lincolnton, 2020-2021 Proposed Budget 

The Mayor and City Council will hold a Public Hearing on Thursday, June 4, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of City Hall, located at 114 West Sycamore Street, Lincolnton, NC...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 5/13/20

There have been a total of 952 tests in Lincoln County; currently 16 positive/active cases with 7 people under investigation and 28 recoveries with 901 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 5/13/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation ...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 5/11/20

There have been a total of 923 tests in Lincoln County; currently 17 positive/active cases and 4 people under investigation with 24 recoveries and 878 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 5/11/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation ...

Citizen Guidance & Precautions for Phase 1

If you leave home, know your W's and be a good neighbor!

As Lincoln County and the City of Lincolnton move into Phase 1 Reopening starting May 8, the Lincoln County Health Department, along with the county and the city, wants to remind citizens about steps they can take to protect themselves and their neighbors...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 5/8/20

There have been a total of 919 tests in Lincoln County; currently 16 positive/active cases and 6 people under investigation with 24 recoveries and 873 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 5/8/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation u...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 5/6/20

There have been a total of 876 tests in Lincoln County; currently 14 positive/active cases and 11 people under investigation with 24 recoveries and 827 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 5/6/2020:

* Please be aware that ten (10) COVID-19 cases that have been identified in Lincoln County since April 28, 2020 are ...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 5/4/20

There have been a total of 823 tests in Lincoln County; currently 12 positive/active cases and 0 people under investigation with 22 recoveries and 789 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 5/4/2020:

* Lincoln County has identified six (6) new cases as of May 4, 2020. Please be aware that this increase is attribute...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 5/1/20

There have been a total of 761 tests in Lincoln County; currently 7 positive/active cases and 2 people under investigation with 21 recoveries and 731 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 5/1/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation u...

Building Safety & City Operations Update - 5/1/20

Business/Building owners advised to thoroughly flush water systems before returning to normal use.

As a result of the pandemic, many City of Lincolnton water customers may have temporarily closed businesses, offices, or churches. Water that is held unused in pipes while buildings are closed becomes stagnant and can produce undesirable tastes or odors w...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 4/29/20

There have been a total of 735 tests in Lincoln County; currently 7 positive/active cases and 5 people under investigation with 20 recoveries and 703 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 4/29/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation ...

First Friday Recycling pickup on Friday, May 1st!

First Friday Recycling pickup is Friday 5/1/20 - Roll your blue recycling bin to the curb on Thursday night!

It’s the first Friday of the month...that means RECYCLING PICK-UP! Don’t forget to roll your blue recycling bins to curb Thursday night for the early recycling route on Friday morning, 5/1/20.

Some reminders about recycling:

• Keep it loos...

Public Notice - May 7 City Council Meeting

The meeting will be via WebEx, requests for public comment are now open.

In an effort to maintain the safety of residents, elected officials, and city staff, the City Council meeting scheduled for May 7, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. will be conducted electronically via WebEx. For your convenience, the meeting agenda will be posted in th...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 4/27/20

There have been a total of 697 tests in Lincoln County; currently 8 positive/active cases and 4 people under investigation with 18 recoveries and 667 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 4/27/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation ...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 4/24/20

There have been a total of 644 tests in Lincoln County; currently 7 positive/active cases and 2 people under investigation with 18 recoveries and 617 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 4/24/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation ...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 4/22/20

There have been a total of 628 tests in Lincoln County; currently 10 positive/active cases and 6 people under investigation with 15 recoveries and 597 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 4/22/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation ...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 4/20/20

There have been a total of 593 tests in Lincoln County; currently 8 positive/active cases and 3 people under investigation with 14 recoveries and 568 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 4/20/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation ...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 4/17/20

There have been a total of 547 tests in Lincoln County; currently 8 positive/active cases and 6 people under investigation with 13 recoveries and 520 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 4/17/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation ...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 4/15/20

There have been a total of 493 tests in Lincoln County; currently 4 positive/active cases and 4 people under investigation with 13 recoveries and 472 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 4/15/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation ...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 4/13/20

There have been a total of 473 tests in Lincoln County; currently 2 positive/active cases and 1 person under investigation with 13 recoveries and 457 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 4/13/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation ...

City Closes Facilities to Visitors for Two Weeks

All buildings and facilities will be closed to visitors through Friday, April 24. Staff is available by phone, email & website. All city services continue uninterrupted for residents.

The City of Lincolnton today announced it is closing all city offices and facilities to visitors for two weeks beginning Monday, April 13, and continuing through Friday, April 24, 2020. As previously scheduled, all facilities will be closed on Friday, Apr...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 4/10/20

There have been a total of 421 tests in Lincoln County; currently 5 positive/active cases and 3 persons under investigation with 10 recoveries and 403 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 4/10/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation ...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 4/8/20

There have been a total of 373 tests in Lincoln County; currently 5 positive/active cases and 8 persons under investigation with 7 recoveries and 353 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 4/8/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation u...

City Launches Small Business Emergency Loan Program

A $300,000 loan program to assist City of Lincolnton small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 emergency specifically intended to assist with operating expenses until state or federal assistance is available or until the economic crisis passes.

The City of Lincolnton today announced a $300,000 loan program to assist City of Lincolnton small businesses impacted by the COVID-19 emergency. Loans of $5,000 per month, up to a total of $15,000, will be paid over three months to qualifying small busine...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 4/6/20

There have been a total of 339 tests in Lincoln County; currently 4 positive/active cases and 6 persons under investigation with 5 recoveries and 324 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 4/6/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and re...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 4/3/20

There have been a total of 291 tests in Lincoln County; currently 8 positive/active cases and 12 persons under investigation with 1 recovery and 270 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 4/3/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and re...

Lincolnton Suspends Utility Disconnects

The City will not disconnect residential utility service for at least the next 60 days and suspends late and default fees. Residents urged to pay online and convenience fees are also waived.

During the COVID-19 and Stay-at-Home emergency, the City of Lincolnton is working hard to support residents and utility customers. To help ensure residents can remain at home and slow the spread of the coronavirus, the City of Lincolnton will not disconne...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 4/1/20

There have been a total of 240 tests in Lincoln County; currently 8 positive/active cases and 13 persons under investigation with 1 recovery and 218 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 4/1/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and re...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 3/30/20

The NC statewide Stay-at-Home order starts at 5pm today. There have been at total of 191 tests in Lincoln County; currently 2 positive/active cases and 21 persons under investigation.

Lincolnton, NC – 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 3/30/2020:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and r...

NC statewide "Stay at Home" Order, 3/27/20

Governor Cooper issued a statewide "Stay at Home" order effective Monday, 3/30 at 5pm.

On Friday, 3/27 Governor Roy Cooper signed a Stay-At-Home order for the entire state of North Carolina. The order goes into effect at 5pm Monday, March 30 and remains in effect until April 29th. Violating the Stay-At-Home order is a class-two misdemeanor....

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 3/27/20

A total of 137 tests in Lincoln County; currently no active cases, 1 recovery, 115 negative tests and 21 persons under investigation and self-isolating

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of today:  

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation until cleared. 
• A pos...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 3/26/20

COVID stats - 126 tests in Lincoln County; no active cases, 98 negative cases, 1 recovered case and 27 people under investigation.

Lincolnton, NC – The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of 3/26/2020: 

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 3/25/20

Total of 114 tested; no active cases, 1 recovered case, 82 negative cases and 31 people under investigation.

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of today:

• A positive active case is a person who tested positive in a commercial, state, or CDC lab and remains in isolation until cleared.
• A positive recovered case ...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 3/24/20

102 people tested in Lincoln County; 1 positive case, 65 negatives and 35 people under investigation and self-isolating.

The Lincoln County Health Department continues to monitor the spread of COVID-19. The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of today: 102 total people have been tested for COVID-19, of those there is 1 posi...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 3/23/20

79 people tested in Lincoln County; 33 cases under investigation, 1 positive and 45 negative.

The Lincoln County Health Department continues to monitor the spread of COVID-19. 

The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of today: 79 total people have been tested for COVID-19, of thos...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County, 3/20/20

A total of 61 Lincoln County residents tested; 1 positive, 27 negative, and 33 under investigation & self-isolating.

Lincolnton, NC – The Lincoln County Health Department continues to monitor the spread of COVID-19.  The following counts are based on data reported to the Lincoln County Health Department as of today: 61 total people have been tested fo...

Lincolnton City Hall & Facility Restrictions

New rules for paying utility bills in person, residents encouraged to use drive-thru & online payment options. All bills are due as regularly scheduled & online convenience fees are waived.

City of Lincolnton residents are strongly encouraged to use the utility billing drive-thru & deposit box or make payments online or via phone to pay utility bills. The convenience fee ($2.75) will be waived for online payments until further notice. To...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 3/19/20

48 people tested so far in Lincoln County; 32 persons under investigation, 1 presumptive positive & 15 negative tests.

Lincolnton, NC – The Lincoln County Health Department continues to monitor the spread of COVID-19.  As of today 48 total people have been tested for COVID-19, of those there is 1 presumptive positive case of COVID-19 in Lincoln County, ...

April 2 Lincolnton City Council Meeting Canceled

NOTICE - Meeting Cancellation

In light of the State of Emergency declared in response to the global COVID-19 outbreak, the April 2nd, 2020 City Council Meeting has been cancelled.

Please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (704) 736-8980 ext. 2281 ...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 3/18/20

More Covid-19 tests in the county; 1 presumptive positive & 27 PUI's waiting for results.

Lincolnton, NC – The Lincoln County Health Department continues to monitor the spread of COVID-19.  As of today 27 total people have been tested for COVID-19, of those there is 1 presumptive positive case of COVID-19 in Lincoln County, ...

COVID-19 Update for Lincoln County NC, 3/17/20

One presumptive case and 7 others under investigation in Lincoln County.

Lincolnton, NC – The Lincoln County Health Department continues to monitor the spread of COVID-19.  As of today, there is 1 presumptive positive case of COVID-19 in Lincoln County and 7 others have been tested and are considered persons...

Updates on City of Lincolnton Operations, 3/17/20

The City of Lincolnton announces closures & cancellations, declares State of Emergency for the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic on Monday.

The City of Lincolnton joined Lincoln County in declaring a State of Emergency for the ongoing coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic on Monday. There are currently no confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Lincoln County.

Lincoln County continues to work under ...

Lincoln County Declares State of Emergency, 3/16/20

The Board of County Commissioners declares "State of Emergency" for Lincoln County and City of Lincolnton in response to COVID-19.

March 16, 2020; 12:30pm

PRESS RELEASE: 

STATE OF EMERGENCY DECLARED – LINCOLN COUNTY, NC  

Lincolnton, NC – To ensure that the health and safety of the public in Lincoln County is a top priority, elected officials are is...

Spring Youth Soccer League suspended, 3/14/20

The City of Lincolnton Parks and Recreation Department is suspending all Spring Youth Soccer League practices, games, and other affiliated events until April 6, 2020.

Out of an abundance of caution related to group gatherings & growing concerns about the spread of COVID-19 the City of Lincolnton Parks and Recreation Department is suspending all Spring Youth Soccer League practices, games, and other affiliated event...

First Friday Recycling pickup on Friday, May 1st!

First Friday Recycling pickup is Friday 5/1/20 - Roll your recycling bins out Thursday night!

It’s the first Friday of the month...that means RECYCLING PICK-UP! Don’t forget to roll your recycling bins to curb Thursday night for the early recycling route on Friday morning, 5/1/20.

Some reminders about recycling:

• Keep it loose, do...

Covid-19 Update, 3/11/20

City of Lincolnton & Lincoln County officials are prepared, & met to discuss response plans for our community...

March 11, 2020

Lincolnton, NC – Lincoln County and City of Lincolnton officials met Tuesday, March 10, with representatives from Lincoln County Health Department, police, sheriff, fire, EMS, county and charter schools, Atrium Health, local assist...

Betty G Ross Park Wastewater Spill due to Flooding

On Thursday February 6^th, North Carolina experienced severe thunderstorms and heavy rain. By Friday, February 7^th, the South Fork River and surrounding creeks rose above flood level in the City of Lincolnton causing localized flooding in most low-lying ar...

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Now You Can Pay Parking Tickets Online

You now have an option to pay your parking ticket online please visit link for online bill pay/parking ticket.

You may also still pay your parking tickets Monday through Friday (except during holidays) between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. at City Hall located at 114 West Sycamore Street. **The Police Department does not accept any payments for citations.**