Brad Griffin has been appointed as Interim Manager for Athens-Clarke County, with Mayor Girtz praising his extensive local government experience. He replaces Acting Manager Niki Jones, who is moving to Raleigh.

The City of Milton is seeking community input for a new park in Deerfield and will host an open house event on January 14 at the Milton Municipal Court.

The White Settlement Police Department launches the UNIDOS program to engage with the local Hispanic community, addressing concerns and providing resources relevant to daily life.

The CPS OIG report found many employees lied about income for benefits, impacting school funding and fee waivers. Additionally, former Mayor Lightfoot's campaign emails to teachers raised constitutional issues.

Colorado Springs is renovating the Westside Community Center with accessibility upgrades, new amenities, and building improvements using $1.2 million from the American Rescue Plan Act.

A winter storm watch is in effect for North Georgia, with potential snow, sleet, and freezing rain. Events like the DHA Farmers Market are canceled for safety.

The White Settlement Book Club has announced its 2025 reading list and invites members to join monthly discussions at the local library, with accessible copies through interlibrary loan and Libby.

Cobb County's Department of Emergency Communications has earned the ACE status from IAED for outstanding police dispatch services, becoming the 33rd center globally to receive this honor.

L.A. County has designated January 9 as a Day of Mourning for President Jimmy Carter, aligning with a national observance and involving a pause in non-essential county operations.

Ohio's muzzleloader hunters harvested 13,476 white-tailed deer from January 4 to 7, slightly up from the previous year. Coshocton County led the way with 544 deer checked.

A tattoo artist in Yuma, Arizona tattooed a nine-year-old girl with an American flag, despite concerns over the ethical implications of inking minors. Critics argue children can't make such lifelong decisions, even with parental consent.

Orange County opens a Financial Empowerment Center offering free financial counseling to aid residents with budgeting, savings, and managing debt. The initiative aims to provide financial literacy for economic stability.

Republic Services delays yard waste collection in St. Charles due to a winter storm, with Christmas tree pickup rescheduled for January 13-24. Residents are advised to keep bins curbside for pickup by Saturday.