The City of Glendale reminds residents to celebrate New Year's Eve safely by following local fireworks laws, only using legal fireworks, and considering attending public displays for safety.

Tolleson's annual Tree Recycling Program runs from January 2-17, 2025, for residents to dispose of Christmas trees sustainably. Trees can be dropped off at the Field Operations Yard for repurposing.

The article discusses the 18% rise in U.S. homelessness, with over 771,000 affected. Factors include housing crises and systemic racism. Arizona's homelessness increased by 3.5%, with vulnerable families and the elderly being significantly impacted.

The Itty Bitty Open is a free golf event for kids on January 18, 2025, featuring lessons from PGA and LPGA pros, fun games, and a best-dressed contest. Registration required by January 8.

Mackenzie Ambrose was promoted to Detention Support Specialist at the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office, after previously serving as a records technician and Detention Officer.

Pima County's Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department celebrates the 20th anniversary of its grease collection initiative to combat sewer clogs and promote recycling into biodiesel.

The City of Goodyear offers post-holiday tree disposal through curbside collection or drop-off at Sunbelt Rentals, urging residents to remove decorations for smooth recycling.

An anonymous donor gave a half-ounce gold coin worth $1,310 to a Salvation Army kettle in Phoenix, boosting their holiday fundraising amidst lower donations this year.

El Mirage alters trash collection dates during holidays and encourages online services for utilities while physical offices close from Dec 25, 2024, to Jan 1, 2025. Urgent inquiries can be made to on-call staff.

Phoenix provides a free composting service for live Christmas trees and greenery to prevent fire hazards and reduce landfill waste, with drop-off available at city parks and transfer stations from December 26 to January 7.

The family of Julian Magaña, who died shortly after moving to Jacksonville, are seeking answers regarding his unexplained death, with no suspects identified by the JSO.

Nurse Ed Rivas from Arizona lost his leg to a MRSA infection after a vacation cut led to an aggressive infection. The family faces financial challenges and has set up a GoFundMe page.

Domestic violence incidents reportedly increase during the holiday season, with shelters like A New Leaf seeing more calls for help. A range of abuses occurs, and children are at higher risk. Resources are available for those in need.