Mecklenburg asks residents to shine green lights for veterans

By Maryam Khanum · November 6, 2026 · 1 min read

A green porch light illustrates Operation Green Light. Mecklenburg County invites residents and businesses to display green lights for Veterans Day, Nov. 11. Mecklenburg County

Ballantyne residents and businesses can honor veterans by switching at least one light bulb to green on Wednesday, Nov. 11, according to Mecklenburg County.

The county is participating in Operation Green Light, a national effort to recognize veterans and raise awareness of the services available to them.

A green light can be displayed outside a home or business or indoors where it can spark a conversation, the county says. Participants can share photos with the hashtag #OperationGreenLight.

Mecklenburg County Veterans Services coordinated with Charlotte Center City Partners to illuminate uptown buildings green for Veterans Day, according to the announcement.

Veterans Services Director Scott Garlow said the lights offer a visible sign of gratitude and support. The county also encourages residents to show support throughout the year.

Local help for veterans

Veterans and family members seeking assistance can contact Mecklenburg County Veterans Services or call 704-336-2102.

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Maryam Khanum is a journalist based in Winston-Salem, NC. She graduated from Wake Forest University in 2024 with majors in Political Science and Communications. Maryam was heavily involved in journalism throughout her college career, serving as Multimedia Managing Editor for the student-run newspaper, the Old Gold & Black. She previously worked for the International Business Times.