Location: Minnesota

Rural communities are often misunderstood and underserved. Organizations like the Region Five Development Commission (R5DC) exist to fill that gap and improve economic development in rural areas. Learn more about how this organization is co-developing strategies to improve quality of life for all residents in Central Minnesota.

With the inaugural 4Ground Midwest Land Art Biennial, Franconia Sculpture Park is reaching its arms beyond its own grounds for a multi-state, multi-organization festival that focuses on community, land stewardship, sustainability, and preservation.

Over the course of seven days and nine time zones, Finnish band Kardemimmit joined Minnesota's New York Mills community in celebrating its Scandinavian heritage.