Durham Police warn of rising package thefts and urge shoppers to secure deliveries during the holiday shopping season to prevent theft and secure their property.

The Tamarac Turkey Trot 5K, a Thanksgiving tradition, will start at Tamarac City Hall at 7:30 a.m. on November 27, with over 2,400 participants expected.

Car repossessions have surged to levels not seen since 2009, linked to high car prices and a weaker labor market, as per UC associate professor Michael Jones.

Cyberattack on CodeRED emergency alert system resulted in user data extraction; City of Weston responds by disabling the service and planning to migrate to a new system, advising users to change reused passwords.

Hillsborough County libraries offer free holiday events in December, with special hours, including Christmas closures and varied opening times; views expressed by presenters are their own.

The Statesville Police Department's "Fill the Trailer Toy Drive" was a success, collecting holiday gifts for children, thanks to community donations and an Amazon Wish List for online contributions.

The Clark County School District has extended its 'Destination District Survey' deadline to gather more input for its 2026 strategic plan, with over 33,600 responses so far.

St. Johns County Fire Rescue offers safety tips for Thanksgiving, emphasizing staying in the kitchen while cooking, careful turkey frying practices, and keeping flammables away from the stove.

Ohio celebrates the opening of the renovated Caesar Creek State Park nature center, featuring interactive exhibits on unique habitats and a new section on the importance of natural darkness.

Englewood Charlotte Library hosts a workshop on wills and estates with legal expert Ruby Montes to help residents prepare for legacy and inheritance issues.

The Union County Library's "Paws to Read" program lets children read to therapy dogs to improve literacy and confidence, offering personalized bookmarks and a companion dog tale.

Las Cruces invites residents 18+ to its Neighborhood Leadership Academy, offering 11-week insight into city departments. Registration is open until January 16, 2026, with sessions starting January 22.

Manatee County's A Night Before Christmas event at GT Bray Park will offer activities like a "snow" slide and inflatables, food trucks, a Vendor Marketplace, and Santa visits. Entry is free with toy donations for Toys for Tots encouraged.