St. Johns County offers a "Treecycling" program to turn Christmas trees into park mulch. Residents can drop off their clean, undecorated trees at designated locations.

Tampa Police Department advises citizens on social media to break down boxes of expensive items before disposal to prevent theft during the holiday season.

Metro Atlanta and North Georgia feature New Year's Eve celebrations, and the annual 'Bring One for the Chipper' tree recycling program begins post-holidays.

Kirkwood's local government shares Urban Forestry Commission advice on tree care during winter, emphasizing watering, mulching, pruning, and protecting saplings to maintain healthy trees.

The City of Montgomery's January Bulletin covers new Council Members, volunteer opportunities, and community events, with accessibility via physical copies, email, and online for both residents and non-residents.

Georgia will implement new laws on January 1, 2026, impacting home warranties, vehicle permits, tax savings, campaign disclosures, teledentistry, agency oversight, and litigation financing regulation.

The St. Charles Parish water treatment process involves drawing water from the Mississippi River, treating it for quality and clarity, and responsibly managing byproducts in accordance with environmental regulations.

Henry Sakamoto, a prominent figure in Portland's Japanese American community known for contributing cherry trees to the city's waterfront, has died at 98.

St. Charles Parish offers a Christmas Tree Recycling Program for residents to dispose of their natural Christmas trees in an eco-friendly way for coastal restoration.

Milwaukee police care for a friendly stray dog found on Christmas Eve, seeking to reunite it with its owner via social media, with plans to transfer it to MADACC if unclaimed.

Athens-Clarke County faced a week of traffic fatalities, including a crash that killed Dejon Ellis, 53, when his car hit a power pole. This raised the year's total to 10 fatal crashes and 14 deaths in the area.

Shaquille O'Neal was promoted to Chief of Community Relations in Henry County Sheriff's Office and praised for his significant community engagement efforts.

Ballwin, MO celebrates its 75th anniversary by offering residents free admission to the Pointe community center and unspecified birthday treats. Proof of residency is required.