A San Antonio veteran built an 11,520-piece LEGO portrait of Victor Wembanyama and is raffling it at the Hero Hut tailgate to raise funds for veterans.

Kettering, Ohio's annual Christmas Day gathering was successful thanks to the efforts of volunteers, staff, and community members, as acknowledged in a social media post by the city.

Pickerington Police joined forces in Operation Santa's Sleigh, a light show at Children's Hospital to cheer patients and families, also donating toys to Ronald McDonald House.

Over 136,000 Powerball tickets won prizes in Maryland during the Christmas Eve drawing, with a $100,000 ticket sold in Annapolis and four $50,000 tickets across the state.

Baker County Detention Center inmates received fruit and snack bags on Christmas, funded by Elevate Life Church, highlighted in a social media post, stressing compassion and community connections.

The Yukon Fire Department shared a holiday message on social media, extending festive greetings and reminding the community to practice safety during celebrations. They also honored the dedication of their Blue Shift on duty on Christmas Day.

The Cicero Fire Department shared a festive safety message on social media, infusing holiday humor with reminders for fire safety during the Christmas season.

Mooresville, NC seeks a Construction Project Manager, offering a $2,000 bonus. The role is vital for infrastructure development; applications are invited via Facebook.

Howard County announces New Year's service changes, including closed government offices and altered waste collection schedules. Essential services like 9-1-1 will remain operational.

Kountry Kitchen in Indianapolis served 3,500 meals and provided clothes and toys in its 17th annual Christmas event, with local volunteers and businesses contributing.

Georgia reports "high" flu activity, with a notable increase in cases and hospitalizations. A new, less vaccine-responsive strain, Influenza A subclade K, raises concerns, but vaccination is still urged for prevention.

Cincinnati's Fountain Square is highlighted in a social media post for its enduring holiday celebrations, with photos comparing past and present festivities to emphasize the city's tradition and community spirit.

The Federal Way Police Department extended holiday greetings to their community via a Facebook post, emphasizing their service and wishing residents a safe and joyful season.