Creve Coeur announces Christmas tree pickup by Republic Services during the first week of January, requesting residents to remove decorations and, for trees over six feet, cut them in half for curbside disposal.

Plaquemines Parish announces waste service hiatus over New Year's, with government buildings and compactor sites closed from Dec 31 to Jan 2, and no garbage pickup. Trash bins provided outside gates; services resume Jan 5.

Norwood, Ohio police officers delivered presents to the community on Christmas, as shown in a social media post, reflecting their commitment to spread holiday cheer and engage in community-oriented service.

Arlington boosts leaf collection efforts and reminds residents to keep yard waste separate from recycling, with additional routes from Republic Services to manage seasonal debris.

Dozens of Oʻahu residents camped out on Christmas to buy firecrackers as permit sales opened and inventories ran low.

Wake Forest, North Carolina, promotes its Farmers Market, offering local produce, goods, and family-friendly events every Saturday to support local agriculture and sustainability.

The City of Fernandina Beach and the Coalition for the Homeless are turning the MLK Jr. Recreation Center into a temporary winter shelter for the homeless.

Residents at Kapilina Beach Homes say electricity bills have surged — some past $1,000 — and are pressing manager Greystar for answers and an audit.

Portland has resumed using water from Bull Run Watershed after temporary increased turbidity led to a switch to groundwater. The city's infrastructure is being enhanced to address climate-related water quality challenges.

The Noblesville Fire Department shared a holiday greeting on Facebook, acknowledging crew members on duty and spreading Christmas cheer to the community.

San Antonio provides free live Christmas tree recycling at four locations post-holidays, adhering to specific guidelines, with mulch available mid-January from recycled trees.

West Jordan offers post-holiday Christmas tree disposal with drop-off locations and curbside pickup; only natural, decoration-free trees are accepted.

The Huntersville Fire Department expressed support on Facebook for the Mint Hill Police and Fire Departments after an incident, thanking them for their selfless service.