The Phoenix New Times highlights Zkittlez as Arizona's top new cannabis strain, while Zamnesia discusses best practices for growing cannabis in Arizona's climate.

New businesses, including PJ's Coffee and Tadka 96, have opened in League City, offering coffee and fusion cuisine, alongside wellness spas as noted in the December Biz Brief.

Valley organizations are offering festive meals and toys for those in need, with services like St. Mary's Food Bank, St. Vincent de Paul, and The Salvation Army providing Christmas dinners and additional support.

NORAD continues its tradition of tracking Santa Claus on Christmas Eve, using advanced technology and internet platforms to provide live updates to the public.

Maple Grove has expressed holiday wishes and announced a temporary pause of municipal services from December 24 noon until December 25, 4:30 p.m. Offices will reopen on December 26.

The City of Phoenix Housing Department is close to reaching its housing unit goal, providing a mix of affordable options and enhancing community resources, with federal grants helping to transform neighborhoods.

Officer Severo Ines Jr. was honored as Officer of the Quarter by HISSPA for his dedication to traffic safety, citing his arrests of motorists for excessive speeding on Hawai‘i Island.

The Boerne library will close on Christmas Eve and Day but will offer digital resources like eBooks and audio books to patrons through the 'MyLibro' app.

The Wright County Sheriff's Office report details arrests for theft, substance charges, and domestic assaults, highlighting ongoing law enforcement efforts.

Yolo County encourages residents to recycle holiday trees and manages the environmentally safe disposal of hazardous waste, including e-waste, through drop-off services and the Big Blue Barn thrift store.

The Memphis Housing Authority has taken over management of Serenity Towers, addressing serious issues like pest infestations and a lack of heating. Relocation plans for the residents are in progress.

The Boston Police led a successful toy drive for children in need, involving 19 agencies and a large convoy of vehicles, highlighting the value of community and collaboration.

Made Mercantile alumna Lauren opens Gather & Bloom, a new floral boutique on Main Street in Woodstock that supports and showcases local, women-owned businesses.