Montgomery offers a recycling event for holiday lights and extension cords on January 17 at the Public Works facility, emphasizing environmental sustainability.

St. Augustine focuses on preserving its history and modernizing its infrastructure, including renovating the Avenida Menendez Seawall and relocating the Firm and Faithful Lions, with events and eco-initiatives also planned.

Oak Creek Government reminds citizens to avoid drinking and driving on New Year's Eve, highlighting increased police patrols to prevent incidents and promote public safety.

Barberton, Ohio, is celebrating its 135th anniversary alongside the U.S. 250th anniversary with a year-long event, as a giant American flag is displayed on a local crane.

Switzer Library's Georgia Room is hosting events on Georgia history, including UGA football, Lake Lanier's history, and discussing "Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil."

Invest Atlanta’s subsidiary AEMI received a $75 million NMTC allocation from the U.S. Treasury to finance impactful projects in underserved neighborhoods.

Raleigh PD posted a nostalgic photo of their Mounted Unit for New Year's, reminding the community about local traditions and the enduring relationship between police and residents.

Phoenix celebrated the transition from 2025 to 2026 with a variety of New Year's Eve events, including themed parties, EDM festivals, and cultural celebrations in diverse venues around the city.

Grove City introduces a range of winter activities for all ages, including volleyball, futsal, indoor golf, pickleball, and esports, with registration now open.

Phoenix is facing its hottest December on record, mainly due to a persistent high-pressure system and underlying climate change effects, posing risks to water supply due to low snow accumulation.

The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police reminded citizens to celebrate New Year's Eve safely, urging the use of designated drivers or rideshares to prevent drunk driving incidents.

Walton County has opened "The Grove" Park, a $42 million facility featuring an amphitheater, softball complex, community center, playground, and walking trails.

An unplanned PG&E outage cut power to roughly 3,600 Richmond District customers on Dec. 31; crews restored service by mid‑afternoon amid a week of disruptions.