The Lake Spivey Recreation Center in Jonesboro is hosting Santa's Wonderland on December 19, offering festive activities like crafts and a meet-and-greet with Santa.

Seniors enjoyed a festive Christmas Lunch at Rio Vista Community Center in Socorro, Texas, with music, dancing, and a raffle, attended by local dignitaries.

Northside ISD plans a virtual high school called Northside Connect for grades 9–12; trustees will review the proposal Jan. 13 and recruitment begins mid‑January.

Williamson County is launching the L.O.S.S. program to provide immediate support to suicide loss survivors, aiming to connect them with resources and reduce the time to seek professional help.

Himalayan Kitchen in Kaimuki received a red placard from health inspectors due to critical violations, including poor refrigeration and pest infestations.

Clay County Sheriff's Office announces Keystone Heights' annual Christmas Parade for this weekend, advising residents of route details, road closures, and suggests using the SaferWatch App for updates.

Durham police officers participated in the Wilmington Battleship Race, demonstrating community engagement and winning accolades, with Assistant Chief Piatt earning second place in his age group.

Upper Arlington Fire Division hosts a toy drive with Firefighters 4 Kids for a drive-thru toy collection on December 13, seeking new, unwrapped toys for children.

Maricopa County launches a nonprofit to support shelter pets and enhance their welfare, while also increasing the expenditure cap for animal care donations to $350,000.

Homestead announces its second CERT training from January 8 to February 21, 2026, for residents to learn emergency response skills and contribute to city resilience.

North Ridgeville's Office for Older Adults announces festive events for seniors, a Christmas Luncheon on December 19 and a Holiday Potluck on December 24.

Wildwood Police Department's Communications Division merges with Cape May County's dispatch, ensuring unchanged emergency contact numbers for the public.

The Cary Police Department is hosting a blood drive on December 20th, benefiting donors and the Special Olympics of North Carolina with a $10 contribution per donor.