Goooooooooood morning Republic City! This is Shiro Shinobi coming in live to bring you only the most current news and latest happenings. The scenery from the Harmony Tower is quite spectacular this morning, folks, so keep your raincoats at home and enjoy the warm weather!

Boy, am I feeling spirited today! In view of Spirits' Friendship Week, our President, Zhuli Moon, will be delivering a speech at Avatar Korra Park this evening, so stay tuned! Plus, enjoy nightly booths and activities all week long, and remember to sample the special treats at local eateries. Here's a reminder not to enter the downtown spirit portal while you join in the Spirits' Friendship Festival fun at Avatar Korra Park and get to know your local spirits.

...This just in. We have just received word from Republic City Police of increasing triad activity around the Western District at night. Listeners are advised to stay clear of this area until further notice. Once again, stay clear of the Western District at night. Now, on to sports...

The Obsidian Oasis Lounge and Bistro. They say it's the up-and-coming social dining experience this side of the city. Fancy but not too pretentious, lively but not too raucous. It's the perfect place to get dinner with friends and even get to know someone new. You head to the Obsidian Oasis, dressed for the occasion and ready for a good time.

As you near the entrance, a stunning woman dressed in a sleek black cheongsam welcomes you.

"Table for one?"

she offers with a charming smile, gesturing towards the cozy interior, her loose-fitting kimono jacket gracefully swaying with her movement.