League City is offering a free tree giveaway to residents on April 22, sponsored by Trees for Houston and Keep Texas Beautiful, to enhance urban canopy and promote environmental stewardship.

Durham invites local small businesses to a free event on May 22 to learn about obtaining city contracts, with a registration deadline of May 18. The focus is on construction, architecture, engineering, and surveying sectors.

Kensington Farms HOA joins Lawrence's Neighborhood Hub, aiming to enhance the community and local quality of life through collaboration and resource sharing.

Coon Rapids promotes sustainability during Earth Month, with weekly web updates on eco-friendly living, repair over replacement, reusable items, and community events like fix-it clinics and swap meets.

A report reveals that Black and Hispanic families are subject to 81% of NYC child welfare investigations despite being less than half the population, and advocates decry this as overpolicing.

Coweta County Animal Services launched "Doggie Day Out," allowing residents to take shelter dogs on daylong excursions to improve the animals' lives and potentially increase adoptions.

Hickory won second place at the NC3C Awards for a photo of the Aviation Walk bridge at sunset, chosen among many in a competitive category by the city's peers.

The Tampa Convention Center hosts the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority's 72nd Atlantic Regional Conference with over 7,000 attendees contributing to local initiatives.

Concord will host the Bunny Run 5K & Festival on April 19, with activities and city office closures for Good Friday detailed; road closures and no-parking zones are also announced.

Monroe received national recognition from APPA for electric reliability, with a fast average response time and a commitment to sustainable energy sources.

Sergeant Kevin Singleton retired from the Columbus Police after nearly 24 years, celebrated for his integrity and the influence he had on colleagues and the community.

A 7-year-old boy named Jacob Peters was honored by the Franklin Police Department for calling 9-1-1 when his aunt had a seizure, potentially saving her life.

During Creek Week, volunteers in Mecklenburg County collected 20,000 pounds of trash from local waterways, including unexpected items like a chainsaw and a washing machine.