Cobb County's Citizens Public Safety Academy is accepting applications for its 2025 program, offering residents insight into local public safety operations.

Minneapolis Public Works began annual spring street cleaning on April 22, expecting to finish in four weeks, with temporary "No Parking" signs posted to avoid towing inconveniences. An online map helps residents track the schedule.

New Braunfels announces new downtown parking system with free first hour, $2/hour charge thereafter, daily caps, and modern payment options. Parking Ambassadors will assist and enforce rules. Public open houses are scheduled for feedback.

Minneapolis celebrates Earth Day and a decade of its Green to Go Ordinance, ensuring takeout containers are recyclable or compostable, reflecting on the environmental benefits and urging continued efforts towards zero waste.

Johnson City's Mother/Son Block Party is scheduled for May 3, featuring LEGO building, music, and snacks. Tickets are available for purchase until May 2.

New website NAZTrails.org launched to help outdoor enthusiasts explore trails in Northern Arizona, featuring offline GPS-enabled maps and responsible recreation tips.

Fort Tuthill Bike Park in Coconino County opens for the 2025 season, offering trails and features for all skill levels, accessible for free from dawn to dusk.

Public input sought for proposed boundary changes affecting 13 Westside elementary schools; meeting at Cedar Hills Elementary on April 24 to discuss and start ACE Planning.

Charlotte County Community Development offices will close on April 23 for a countywide event; plan reviews and inspections continue, but no in-person services or calls.

The Ravens and the Bisciotti Foundation have committed $3.75 million to the Healthy Harbor Initiative, supporting Baltimore's Mr. Trash Wheel and oyster planting to clean up the harbor.

Thurston County's Public Health and Social Service buildings will be closed on April 30 for an all-staff meeting, resuming normal operations on May 1.

DeKalb County Police launched Operation Safe Streets to reduce crime and traffic deaths, setting up checkpoints and making arrests with the support of CEO Cochran-Johnson.

Dallas introduces a Spanish-only CERT training for emergency preparedness, aimed at Spanish speakers, involving disaster skills and culminating in a simulation exercise.