Georgia's Rural Center for Innovation and Prosperity has been moved under the Georgia Department of Agriculture, with new executive director Charles “Charlie” Fiveash.

NBA All-Star Cade Cunningham inaugurated a new basketball facility at Cravens Park in Arlington, his hometown, featuring cutting-edge courts and free community activities. Mayor Jim Ross declared August 17 as Cade Cunningham Day.

Tempe, Arizona prepares for traffic and transit changes due to ASU Sun Devils' 2025 home football games, offering detailed transport plans and advising on street closures and transit detours.

Minnesota celebrates libraries as key community and educational resources, inviting locals to a statewide event on September 20th to appreciate these institutions, including activities at Columbia Heights Public Library.

Round Rock city offices will close for Labor Day, but trash and recycling services will operate as usual; online services for utility payments and fines are available.

Mandarin High School opens new culinary and medical labs funded by a half-penny sales tax, enhancing its CTE programs and offering students industry certifications and hands-on learning experiences.

Buffalo's Milk-Bone manufacturing facility is undergoing a $53 million renovation, including a new production line and 17 new jobs, with investment from New York State and private sector support.

Orange County Public Schools face a $25 million budget shortfall due to an enrollment drop of nearly 7,000 students, almost double the projected amount.

St. Petersburg is hosting a Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event on September 6 at Allstate Center, where residents can safely dispose of dangerous items.

Dementia Capable Cares is holding a free educational workshop on dementia for individuals 18+ on September 23 at Five Points for Active Adults in the Triangle community.

Mecklenburg County organizes a conference to enhance community efforts and care coordination in combating the opioid crisis, with a focus on collaboration and education.

71-year-old Jim DiBernardo, also known as Dibo, aims to swim from Alcatraz to San Francisco, raising funds for Embrace House, aiding human trafficking victims. He's trained in Bingham Falls and aims to be among the top finishers.

Hays County will address officials' salary grievances at a public hearing on September 3, 2025, focusing on FY 2026 budget disputes, with open deliberation and voting.