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Tree Watertown and City Department of Public Works Seek Volunteers for Annual Fall Tree Planting

Tree Watertown and City Department of Public Works Seek Volunteers for Annual Fall Tree Planting

Tree Watertown, in collaboration with the City of Watertown Department of Public Works, is seeking volunteers for its annual fall tree planting event. The initiative is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday. Planting activities will take place at Marble Street Park and Hale’s Garage, specifically at 1050 and 1067 Marble Street. Volunteers are instructed to gather at the park pavilion, with parking available at Marble Street Park and on the west and south sides of Hale’s Garage. Approximately 55 mostly native bare-root trees are slated for planting. The funding for these trees and necessary supplies has been provided through a New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Community Forestry Grant. Tools will be provided on-site, though volunteers are welcome to bring their own, along with a hi-viz vest. The event is open to individuals of all ages and experience levels, and the Watertown Sunrise Rotary Club will be supplying refreshments. For any inquiries, City Forester Dan VanKouwenberg can b...

Wilmington Councilwoman Bracy Invites Community to 'Taste of the West Side' Event

Wilmington Councilwoman Bracy Invites Community to 'Taste of the West Side' Event

Wilmington Councilwoman Bracy Invites Community to 'Taste of the West Side' Event

Tuscaloosa's One Place to Host Annual Tinsel Trail Grand Opening

Tuscaloosa's One Place to Host Annual Tinsel Trail Grand Opening

Tuscaloosa's One Place to Host Annual Tinsel Trail Grand Opening

St. Charles Extends Deadline for Electric Christmas Parade Participation

St. Charles Extends Deadline for Electric Christmas Parade Participation

The city of St. Charles has announced an extension for the deadline to participate in its annual Electric Christmas Parade. Originally scheduled for November 28, the parade will proceed as planned, but local businesses, community groups, and non-profits now have until Friday, November 13, to submit their entry forms. This extension is also subject to capacity limits. Interested parties can find printable entry forms on the St. Charles Holiday Homecoming website. All required documents must be returned to the St. Charles Business Alliance, located at 2 E. Main St., St. Charles, IL 60174, or emailed to info@stcalliance.org by the new deadline. The parade is set to commence at 5:30 p.m. on November 28 in downtown St. Charles. This event is a significant community gathering, marking the beginning of the holiday season in the area.

Grand Rapids to Host New Outdoor Christmas Market at Studio Park in 2026

Grand Rapids to Host New Outdoor Christmas Market at Studio Park in 2026

Grand Rapids to Host New Outdoor Christmas Market at Studio Park in 2026

Downtown Norfolk Council to Host Hot Cocoa Competition Among Local Businesses

Downtown Norfolk Council to Host Hot Cocoa Competition Among Local Businesses

Downtown Norfolk Council to Host Hot Cocoa Competition Among Local Businesses

Dover Motor Speedway Announces Return of 'Gift of Lights' Holiday Drive-Thru Event

Dover Motor Speedway Announces Return of 'Gift of Lights' Holiday Drive-Thru Event

Dover Motor Speedway Announces Return of 'Gift of Lights' Holiday Drive-Thru Event

Minneapolis Residents Challenge City Council on Budget Cuts Amidst $60 Million Gap

Minneapolis Residents Challenge City Council on Budget Cuts Amidst $60 Million Gap

Minneapolis residents recently confronted city leaders during a City Council listening session, expressing significant concerns over proposed budget cuts and spending priorities. The city is currently facing a substantial $60 million budget gap, prompting a series of difficult financial decisions. This session was the second of two such public forums, drawing a packed audience eager to voice their opinions on the city's more than $2 billion budget. Residents raised issues ranging from potential service reductions and funding requests for specific programs, such as the 30th Street Thrive Plan, to job security concerns. Many attendees criticized the proposed budget, with one resident calling it a 'catastrophic failure with respect to fiscal responsibility,' while others questioned the authenticity of the stated cost savings.

Baltimore's Downtown Partnership Celebrates Local Businesses Revitalizing Vacant Storefronts Through Boost Program

Baltimore's Downtown Partnership Celebrates Local Businesses Revitalizing Vacant Storefronts Through Boost Program

Baltimore's Downtown Partnership Celebrates Local Businesses Revitalizing Vacant Storefronts Through Boost Program

City of DeSoto Announces 'Home for the Holidays 2026' Event Series

City of DeSoto Announces 'Home for the Holidays 2026' Event Series

City of DeSoto Announces 'Home for the Holidays 2026' Event Series

St. Louis Area Offers Comprehensive Family Event Calendar for Children's Activities

St. Louis Area Offers Comprehensive Family Event Calendar for Children's Activities

St. Louis Area Offers Comprehensive Family Event Calendar for Children's Activities

Katseye Postpones Chicago and Minneapolis Shows Due to Megan’s Illness

Katseye Postpones Chicago and Minneapolis Shows Due to Megan’s Illness

Katseye has postponed two shows on their current “Wildworld” tour due to member Megan Skiendiel’s illness. The group has postponed tonight’s show at Chicago’s United Center, as well as their performance at Minneapolis’ Target Center this Saturday. The news was announced via the respective venues’ social media pages; the group and its individual members have […]