St. Louis is increasing winter aid for the homeless with over 800 emergency and transitional beds, warming centers in senior centers and libraries, and services like the 2-1-1 hotline and GetHelp app for shelter referrals.

Delray Beach's Old School Square celebrated its 31st annual 100-foot Christmas tree lighting with Santa, a festival, live music, and various activities.

White flag shelters in the Triangle area open their doors for the homeless as temperatures drop, with places like St. John’s Metropolitan Community Church coordinating emergency shelter efforts.

A winning $3 million lottery ticket from the $3,000,000 Golden Ticket game was sold at Nic's Tobacco in White Oak, Allegheny County; the retailer will get a $10,000 bonus.

Bill Godshall has been appointed as Roswell's new CFO, bringing over 30 years of financial expertise from public and private sectors. Mayor Wilson praised the hire for his strategic approach to financial leadership.

Coconut Creek is seeking artists to design its FY 2026 Budget cover, with submissions accepted until December 2024. The winner will also be featured on financial reports and recognized formally.

Fountain Hills, in collaboration with Dementia Friendly Fountain Hills, will host the 2nd Annual Dementia Caregiver Summit to support and educate caregivers.

The iconic Vandergriff family poinsettia tree, a fixture for nearly 40 years, is now displayed at Arlington City Hall, continuing a beloved local holiday tradition.

The "Season of Remembrance" ceremony in Shelby County honored victims of violent crimes with families hanging ornaments and hearing from the DA about a decline in homicide rates.

The Rotary Club in Rancho Cordova donated dictionaries to elementary students in a collaborative effort with city leaders to promote literacy and academic growth.

Fort Lauderdale is overhauling its sewage system, upgrading pipes in the NE/SE 9th and 10th avenues and scheduling completion for August 2026, with minimal disruption expected for residents.

The Lost Dutchman Marathon seeks volunteers for its 2025 event, benefiting youth programs. Volunteers will support various roles from bus loading to medical assistance. Registration is available on the Apache Junction official website.

The Las Cruces Fire Department emphasizes safety measures to prevent house fires during the festive season, especially after a recent fire incident in the area.