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

Minneapolis police partner with organizations to build community relations, particularly with youth, through holiday events, including a shopping experience with Target Heroes & Helpers.

Marietta's administrative offices including Marietta Power and Water will be closed for New Year's Day, affecting sanitation schedules. Emergency services remain operational, with contact numbers provided for non-emergencies and utilities.

The Anoka County Sheriff's Office in Andover will close early at noon on Christmas Eve and remain closed on Christmas Day, but emphasizes that emergency services will still be available.

The Hillsborough County Public Library Cooperative offers a variety of holiday resources such as tech gadgets, digital content, recording studios, and activities like cooking and games, aiming to enhance seasonal enjoyment and learning.

San Francisco Hyatt hotel workers end a three-month strike with a new contract, echoing a recent agreement at Marriott, offering wage increases and workload protections.

The Suffolk County Sheriff's Department hosted the first "Heroes and Helpers" event, teaming with local agencies to benefit needy children in Revere, MA, featuring a pizza party and shopping at Target.

A $50,000 Pennsylvania Lottery New Year's Millionaire Raffle ticket was sold in Westmoreland County, as part of ongoing drawings leading up to a January 4 event.

City facilities announce holiday closure dates; sanitation services to be rescheduled, and the rubber wheel trolley will continue running Friday to Sunday.

Atlanta mourns the loss of State Senator Vincent Fort, a staunch advocate for social justice, as Mayor Andre Dickens pays tribute to his late friend and advisor.

The Denton County Sheriff's Office and Project Hope Denton successfully ran a Toy Drive during the holidays, providing gifts to over 300 children and demonstrating community spirit.

The Department of Neighborhoods in Seattle looks back on a 2024 filled with community engagement and support initiatives under the One Seattle Vision.

Wright County offices will have reduced hours on Dec. 24, closing at noon for Christmas, and will reopen on Dec. 26 at 8 a.m. Residents must complete any county business within this time frame.