A Chicago nonprofit bought a 15-seat van for a Tulkarem orphanage, funding it through a Humanity 5K to ease school runs and medical trips for dozens of children.

Hillsboro's indoor park, Outdoors In, offers a new online party reservation system for its diverse play facilities, including a play structure, bouldering wall, and sensory-sensitive sessions.

South Euclid announces a National Seed Swap Day event, featuring free seeds and gardening advice, scheduled for January 31 at the City Hall Community Room.

Street sweeping to start, led by Watt Commercial Sweeping. Residents asked to remove cars 8 a.m.-5 p.m. for clear paths. Operations to cover five sectors.

Lancaster, OH is hiring a Gas Fitter to join their city services team, as advertised on their Facebook page, promoting community service and teamwork.

BASIS Shavano, Young Women’s Leadership Academy and Health Careers High placed in U.S. News’ national top 150; top results often come through lotteries or applications.

Polk County, Florida, is recruiting a new Solid Waste Director to oversee their waste management system with a focus on environmental compliance and operational efficiency.

Lawrence introduces the Forever Young Club at its Community Center, offering free entertainment and wellness activities for those 55+, including Game Days and fitness classes.

Raleigh's new Crisis Call Diversion Line connects 911 callers in mental health crises with trained clinicians, lightening law enforcement's load and providing specialized support.

A governance dispute over San Jose's Viet Museum has kept it closed for over a year, with two factions unable to resolve control of the nonprofit managing it, and the future of the museum uncertain.

Marysville offers a Ceramic Design class to create winter-themed plates, with dishwasher and microwave safe designs, and provides a social and creative outlet.

The Protect Kahoolawe 'Ohana marked 50 years of activism to stop military bombings on Kahoolawe, focusing on engaging the next generation in stewardship and cultural preservation.

Marysville introduces a weekly hula class, blending traditional Hawaiian dance with modern elements, led by Yolanda Ku-uipo Taufa’asau-Vincent, starting January 8 for all ages.