Hillsborough County Extension Service offers various February classes on gardening, financial education, and life skills, including in-person and virtual options, with highlights like "Plant Your Plate" and tree courses. Registration may be required.

The City of Suwanee won the 2026 Visionary City Award from the Georgia Municipal Association for its Town Center on Main project, which improves urban planning and community quality of life.

Wake County Government praised employees on social media for their efforts during Winter Storm Fern, highlighting Vielka, a shelter manager who provided exceptional care and coordination for Southeast Raleigh shelter residents.

New Orleans seeks DJs for Mardi Gras 2026; the city will pay a minimum of $200 per hour from funds raised by GNODF, with applicants needing to supply equipment and have a clean record. Submissions close on January 30.

The University of Maryland, College Park experienced a significant steam outage, leading to reduced heat and no hot water. Efforts to fix the issue are underway amidst freezing temperatures.

Governor Abbott celebrated Texas' job growth leading the nation in 2025, with an increase in nonfarm jobs and a labor force of over 15 million. The state's unemployment rate is at 4.3%, below the national average.

Nearly 300,000 California students were identified as homeless in 2024–25 while targeted school funding is tiny and one‑time pandemic aid has run out.

Wintry conditions in Memphis lead to the suspension of trash collection on January 29, 2026, following previous cancellations, with residents advised to keep bins curbside.

The Hawai‘i Police Department's Vice Division seized large amounts of drugs, firearms, and ammunition in 2025, leading to 297 arrests and 427 warrants issued.

St. Louis has increased its emergency shelter beds to over 600 due to winter conditions, and provides transportation to shelters via pickups and the United Way 211 Helpline.

WSDOT seeks community feedback for safety improvements at SR 305 and High School Road, including a roundabout to reduce fatal crashes. An open house on Feb. 11 at Woodward Middle School will discuss the project.

Surprise, AZ celebrates the start of Spring Training with the 24th Annual Mayor's Welcome Back Reception on February 18, featuring community leaders and team officials.

St. John the Baptist Parish provides residents with options to recycle Christmas trees either through curbside collection or by dropping them off at the Parish Recycle Yard.