Kansas City, Mo. – September 25, 2026 -- The Historic West Bottoms district kicks off Halloween season with Boo in the Bottoms, running October 2-4 during First Friday Weekend, before the neighborhood's haunted attractions Beast and Edge of Hell open their 2026 season on the night of October 2.

More than 30 stores, restaurants, and entertainment venues across the 13-block district will be open, mostly from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, with hours varying by business.

Dallas – September 25, 2026 -- Smoothie King is giving away a free 12 oz. Coffee High Protein Almond Mocha Smoothie to Healthy Rewards members on September 28 and 29, getting a jump on National Coffee Day at participating locations nationwide.

The one-time offer applies exclusively to members of the brand's Healthy Rewards loyalty program during the two-day window.

Las Vegas – September 25, 2026 -- ULTRALOQ has launched a new smart lock collection that lets homeowners choose between hands-free entry using ultra-wideband sensing or tap-to-unlock digital keys stored in Apple Wallet or Samsung Wallet.

The lineup includes three models: Bolt Mission ($299.99 MSRP), Bolt Pro ($269.99 MSRP), and Latch 5 Pro ($249.99 MSRP). The collection is available now through ULTRALOQ's website and Amazon, with sales starting on The Home Depot's site in October.

Pueblo, Colo. – September 25, 2026 -- Parents wondering whether their child's slow progress with crawling, jumping, or catching is cause for concern now have guidance from Kathy Schleifer, a pediatric occupational therapy expert based in Pueblo, Colorado. Her insights, featured in a HelloNation article, outline how gross and fine motor skills develop in children and when early intervention therapy can help.

Irving – September 25, 2026 -- The 2026-27 Irving Marathon Running Series opens Oct. 3 with the Irving Oktoberfest Half Marathon, offering a half marathon, 10K and 5K with bratwurst and beer waiting at the finish line.

Glen Rock, N.J. – September 25, 2026 -- Homeowners looking to build a healthier garden bed can start with seven basic techniques outlined by landscaping expert Michael Tarleton of TLC Landscaping, in a feature published by HelloNation.

Loosening soil helps roots grow deeper and access nutrients

Tarleton says building a successful garden bed begins with proper soil preparation. Loosening compacted soil allows roots to grow deeper, while adding organic material improves structure, drainage, and fertility.

Orlando, Fla. – September 25, 2026 -- U-wifi will begin offering affordable, and potentially free, home internet plans to consumers starting October 1, 2026, through a new Mobile Virtual Network Operator agreement with T-Mobile.

The partnership targets households left without support after the FCC's Affordable Connectivity Program expired. That program had provided a $30 monthly internet subsidy to 23 million eligible households before it ended, widening the digital divide in low-income communities.

Indianapolis – September 25, 2026 -- CardVault by Tom Brady will open its 19th store nationwide at 2 N Meridian St. in downtown Indianapolis, within walking distance of Lucas Oil Stadium and Gainbridge Fieldhouse. The store opens Sunday, September 27 at 10 AM ET, timed to coincide with a Colts game day.

Xenia – September 25, 2026 -- Cyclists, families and history enthusiasts can register now for the United Way Americana 250 Cycling Classic, a new fundraising ride set for Sunday, Oct. 11, at the Greene County Fairgrounds and Expo Center in Xenia, Ohio.

Hartsville, S.C. – September 25, 2026 -- Homeowners in Darlington County can strengthen offers on their properties by addressing repairs, staging rooms, and pricing carefully before listing, according to a new HelloNation article featuring Real Estate Expert Deborah Gandy.

Small repairs can prevent big negotiation problems

The article notes that buyers often notice minor issues such as dripping faucets, chipped paint, or worn flooring. Fixing these ahead of a listing helps keep them from becoming bargaining chips later in the sales process.