Small Business Saturday focuses on supporting local businesses, vital for community economies and identity, as expressed by the City of Upper Arlington.

Mankato Police and Fire departments team up to offer free Uber rides on Thanksgiving Eve to prevent impaired driving, using a $15 voucher from the JOYRIDE program.

At dawn this Thursday Alcatraz will host the 50th Indigenous Peoples Sunrise Gathering. Boats are mostly sold out but KPFA and IITC will stream the ceremony.

The Kaua‘i OED awarded $368,362 in Innovation Grants to 12 projects focused on energy, sustainability, and cultural preservation aimed at boosting the island's economy.

Nevada County's website has been updated with a new design and improved navigation, including an AI-powered search tool, to enhance user experience and accessibility.

The City of Folsom received the GFOA's Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in its FY 2023/24 Financial Report, highlighting transparency and fiscal responsibility.

Utah's DWR has proposed minor modifications to the 2026 bear hunting season, including a new bear hunting unit and updated rules, and seeks public feedback.

Debate ensues in Fremont over a proposed 13-acre sports complex with a cricket field, raising concerns about noise and property damage while supporters cite the sport's growing local popularity.

A Farm Flavor analysis finds Maui County farms generated about $103.7M in annual sales, led by fruits and tree-nut crops across roughly 1,405 farms.

UC Berkeley quietly closed its Multicultural Community Center this summer, student staff say, and administrators are now conducting a policy review while programs move elsewhere on campus.

A Handi‑Van driver who stopped to help on the H‑1 lost his right leg and is now in rehab. Co‑workers and neighbors have launched a fundraiser as he rebuilds his life.

The Denver Outside Festival, now named Outside Days, moves from Civic Center Park to Auraria Campus, expanding to a three-day event with music, an industry conference, and various outdoor activities.

Yukon, Oklahoma announced public service closures for Thanksgiving, with city offices closed from Nov 26-28 and changes to waste collection and facility hours.