Carrboro's Mayor Barbara Foushee designated May 12-18 as Period Poverty Awareness Week to address the widespread inability to afford menstrual products and encourage community support.

The Kingsport Farmers Market is organizing an educational agriculture event for second graders on May 14, featuring interactive activities and collaborations with local organizations.

The Kannapolis Youth Council honored its graduating seniors and elected new members for the 2025-2026 term, with students from various local schools participating.

American Legion Post 316 will host a Memorial Day event with speaker Robert Springer, honoring fallen service members on May 26 at Beaches Veterans Memorial Park.

Cleveland's Collinwood neighborhood is benefiting from a fire safety initiative by the local fire department and the Red Cross, providing free smoke detectors and fire preparedness education.

Rockwall County is planning to modernize its Sheriff's Office, using ARPA funds. A public workshop is scheduled for May 13 to gather input on the project, which will upgrade facilities without needing loans or tax increases.

The Butler County Sheriff's Office expressed gratitude towards law enforcement officers during National Police Week, honoring their service and sacrifice.

Cleveland Fire Department responded to a house fire on Hood Avenue, causing significant damage and displacing three adults. The cause remains under investigation, but no injuries were reported. Red Cross is assisting the affected residents.

Sheriff Baldwin from Franklin County, along with Crisis K9 Sunny, visited Franklin Learning Academy to engage with students who later toured the courthouse.

Sacramento confronts over 3,000 weed abatement cases to reduce fire risks, with property owners required to cut weeds or face fines up to $1,500. Deadline for maintenance was April 15.

Orlando Catholics celebrated Mother's Day and the first Mass under Pope Leo XIV, expressing joy and optimism for the American pope's potential to unite the church.

Denver police officers provided a struggling mother with baby formula and additional resources, gaining positive community reaction for their compassionate service.

Communities in the U.S. observe Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Week to honor officers who died on duty. The Lorain County Sheriff's Office highlighted its importance, focusing on remembrance and valor.