Dance company tours small towns with performance inspired by local history

A photographer won a contest for their photo of a rare bird spotted in a local nature reserveA hotel renovated its rooms to include more energy-efficient appliances and lighting

A musician performed at a charity event that raised $25,000 for a local animal shelterA construction company finished building a new hospital wing that adds 50 new bedsA study found that spending time with pets can lower blood pressure and reduce anxiety

A small business owner started selling their products in a national retail chainA city hosted a sports tournament that brought teams from 10 different states

A tech startup released a new app that helps users find and book local experiences

A community garden partnered with a local restaurant to supply fresh produce for its menuA community garden hosted a workshop on how to grow herbs and use them in cooking

A fashion boutique started selling handmade jewelry created by local artisansA library started a teen book club that focuses on young adult fiction and graphic novels

A farm started selling honey from its own beehives at local stores and marketsA taxi company offered discounted rates for students with a valid school ID