Hosea Helps in Atlanta distributes meals and toys to the underprivileged during Christmas, highlighting love and humanity despite financial challenges.

The City of Ramsey announced the winners of the 2024 Deck the House Lights Contest, with 16225 Azurite Street NW taking first place. The contest celebrates holiday decorations and includes an interactive tour map of participants’ light displays.

St. Ben's Parish in Milwaukee provided over 200 warm meals on Christmas Eve to those in need, with over 50 volunteers participating, including the Konieczka family.

Sergeant Barry Bunch of the Oak Ridge Police Department passed away after a battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and dedicated service spanning over three decades.

Jefferson Parish reminds residents of their Christmas Tree Recycling Program to combat coastal erosion, with tree drop-off and curbside collection dates provided, excluding decorations and artificial trees.

First Lady Cecilia Abbott celebrates over 5,300 Texas foster children receiving holiday gifts through the annual Holiday Wishes program supported by state agency employees.

The Salvation Army of Milwaukee holds its 35th annual Christmas feast, welcoming approximately 4,000 guests with over 400 volunteers to serve meals and offer company.

St. Louis encourages residents to recycle their Christmas trees and old holiday lights at various locations, with some offering monetary compensation for light strands.

Georgia Power is raising its rates by 3.5%, increasing the average bill by $5.85 a month. This is part of a strategy to fund grid maintenance and improvements.

A rare Krugerrand gold coin was donated to Napa's Salvation Army, contributing to the Kiwanis of Greater Napa's win in a charity challenge. The coin's donor remains unknown.

A local Scout Troop in Chanhassen, Minnesota offers a recycling service, picking up Christmas trees for $10 to combat their environmental impact. Registration for the service ends December 27.

DeKalb County's family emergency shelter, Hagar's House, remains closed and in need of funding for repairs after Hurricane Helene caused extensive damage.

NORAD volunteers annually track Santa Claus's Christmas Eve journey, a tradition emerging from a 1955 incident where a child's call to Santa was misdirected to a defense command. Now millions follow Santa's progress online or call for updates.