New York City kicked off its festive season with the lighting of a 45-foot spruce at Bryant Park, signaled by fireworks and skating performances. The Winter Village offers free admission and will stay open until March with numerous attractions.

St. Charles County Emergency Dispatch teams received Crew Awards of Excellence for exceptional service and handling of crisis situations effectively. Dispatchers Jada, Juli, and Kari accepted the awards on behalf of their teams.

CAL FIRE's Amador-El Dorado Unit is hosting a Christmas fundraiser at El Dorado Station 43 to benefit youth services, with activities, raffles, Santa visits, and pet adoptions.

A missing Scarlet Macaw named Atlas was found near its Phoenix home, easing the owner's and community's concern.

Fort Worth community centers offer winter break camps for children from December 19 to January 5, providing affordable childcare during school holidays, with activities aligned with work hours.

The City of Raleigh's Active Adult Program announces travel opportunities for adults 50+ in 2026, including day and longer trips, open also to non-residents.

Maui County celebrates the completion of its 100th post-wildfire rebuild, a symbol of community resilience and return to normalcy for affected families.

Wauwatosa and Irgens are partnering to revitalize the Milwaukee County Research Park, focusing on infrastructure, connectivity, and mixed-use development for long-term community benefit.

Lancaster PD is preparing for their 3rd Annual Christmas on the Courts, a festive event with games, free toys, food, and the aim to enhance community relations, inviting donations for toys and coats by December 19.

Jefferson Parish announces its 3rd Annual Lighting of the Oaks event at Hope Haven Fitness Trail, set to take place at 6 p.m. on December 3, inviting the community to enjoy festive lights for free.

The Garden District has unveiled an Inclusive Gardening Project, featuring raised garden beds and accessible facilities, in a collaborative community effort.

St. Charles County, Missouri residents can now view and pay their 2025 real estate tax bills online, with physical bills also mailed. The Senior Tax Relief program participants will see updates soon.

The United Way of Tarrant County's initiative to reduce youth gun violence in Fort Worth, the One Second Collaborative (OSC), has been linked to a 58% drop in teen shooting deaths and a 13% reduction in violent crime in the city.