2024 Highlights: Challenges and Changes Across Regions

The beginning of 2024 was marked by severe storms on Martha's Vineyard, prompting Edgartown to declare a state of emergency and debate beach restoration options. Southern Colorado faced significant weather disruptions, including a winter storm that stranded commercial vehicles on I-25 and several major wildfires throughout the year. In North Battleford, a historic Urban Reserve Services Agreement was signed with Sweetgrass First Nation, highlighting advancements in community safety and accessibility. 2024 also saw the election of North Battleford's first female mayor and ongoing discussions about crime reporting practices. Meanwhile, Canada grappled with political controversies, including the misuse of green tech funds and adjustments to misleading reports about unmarked graves at a residential school. Such events reflect a year of both challenges and milestones across various regions.