St. Johns County invites local farmers and ranchers to apply for the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program to preserve agricultural lands from development. Applications are open until January 23, 2026.

North Ridgeville Government advises on eco-friendly salting during winter, highlighting the importance of proper application and cleanup to protect the environment.

The University of Cincinnati's IT Service Desk will be closed from Dec. 24, 2025, to Jan. 1, 2026, but online resources and Canvas support remain available.

Ellis County officials have announced a closure of county offices on January 1, 2026, for New Year's Day. Operations will resume on January 2 at 8:00 am.

Concord is maintaining its safety through collaborative efforts and invites citizens to join its Public Safety Academy to learn about local safety operations.

Michigan AG Dana Nessel launches a campaign to combat holiday scams, with consumer alerts on payment app fraud, online shopping, and grandparent scams, and tips on secure transactions on Facebook Marketplace.

The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office reminds drivers via social media to be cautious around school buses, detailing when to stop and the penalties for violations.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is offering a ride-along program for individuals to experience the life of a trooper firsthand, aiming to attract new recruits.

Santa Claus will visit several subdivisions in O'Fallon on December 16, as posted by the O'Fallon Fire Protection District, with a schedule for residents to meet him.

Southfield City Council approved a controversial data center proposal by MetroBloks LLC, despite public concern over environmental and power grid impacts.

Denison, Texas, has been certified as a Tourism Friendly Texas Community, recognized for its efforts in promoting tourism, and congratulated by Governor Greg Abbott for contributing to the state's economy.

Carl Carlton, known for "Everlasting Love" and "She's a Bad Mama Jama," passed away at 73 after health issues post-stroke. His music is a celebrated part of Black culture.

Kannapolis' Annual Christmas Parade saw local groups win awards for originality, creativity, and presentation in various categories, with A.L. Brown JV and Varsity Cheerleaders taking top school honors.