Charlotte County Commission is seeking volunteers for advisory boards to oversee local services. Residents can apply for positions on multiple boards, including fire service and maintenance units.

Utah's Dedicated Hunter Program saw 1,547 hunters engage in over 1,176 projects, contributing 62,417 hours ($2.4 million in value) for wildlife conservation in 2025.

Franklin's computer network faced a disruption, but emergency services were unaffected. IT staff and the NC Joint Cybersecurity Task Force are handling the situation, with efforts to restore systems ongoing.

Woodstock officials took oaths during a council meeting; Mayor Caldwell swore in leaders for city positions and reinforced the importance of public trust.

Tampa is hosting its first "Rooted in Tampa: Tree Town Hall" to discuss urban forestry, educate residents on tree care, and present the city's tree canopy analysis.

Buddhist monks held a peaceful Walk for Peace in Charlotte, with the local police department providing an escort to ensure safety. The CMPD expressed honor in supporting the event on social media.

Hillsborough County offers shelters for residents during cold spell, with expected high demand and limited capacity. Pre-registration is required for family motel vouchers.

Fayetteville reappoints Municipal Court Judge Alisha B. Thompson and other key court officials for the 2026 term, citing trust in their ability to maintain a fair judicial process.

Columbus City Schools has expanded its Career-Technical Education offerings with a new Pharmacy Technician Program at Fort Hayes Career Center, emphasizing real-world skills and credentialing for students.

Charlotte's apprenticeship program successfully promotes job filling and socioeconomic mobility, inspiring other cities like San Antonio to replicate its model and explore tech-related expansions.

Fayetteville City Council inducts new members Spurlock and Moultrie, reconfirms Glover, with Judge Thompson officiating the ceremony, and appoints Langford as Mayor Pro-Tem for 2026.

St. Louis activates Code Blue to provide 350 emergency shelter beds for the homeless due to 20°F temperatures. Walk-up shelters are open and transport is offered for those in need, with services detailed in a city government social media post.

The Puyallup Police Department introduced badges matching early 20th-century designs, symbolizing their heritage and celebrating a new Public Safety Building set to open.