A university awarded scholarships to 30 first-generation college students

A photographer captured photos of a local flower festival that were used in a national travel guideA hotel started offering "eco-stays" with energy-efficient rooms and complimentary bike rentals

A musician released a folk album inspired by the region’s history, topping local music chartsA grocery store added a bulk food section where customers can bring their own containersA fire department hosted a CPR training workshop that certified 70 community members

A software company launched a new tool that helps small businesses manage social media postsA community garden donated 250 pounds of zucchini to a local food bank this summer

A fashion boutique started selling handmade jewelry from local artisans, supporting 10+ creators

A library added a collection of audiobooks for seniors who have trouble reading printA local theater company performed a classic play in a public park for free

The government announced plans to repair aging roads and bridges in rural areasA tech company unveiled a new virtual reality headset for gaming and education

Weather experts reported that this year’s hurricane season is expected to be less activeA team of historians published new findings about a famous historical figure