Michigan News Roundup (8/17/25)

Michigan scents lure visitors: Pure Michigan’s new summer fragrance, Fresh, bottles the state’s beachy, floral, and vineyard aromas for $32 online to spark tourist memories — find out how it’s meant to boost tourism. New meal eligibility brackets: The Michigan...

Eastside, WA News Roundup (8/17/25)

Tribe Opens Harvest Kitchen Classroom: The Snoqualmie Tribe marked a milestone in food sovereignty with the launch of its Harvest Kitchen and Greenhouse Classroom, offering hands-on plant care, traditional cooking, and community gatherings — learn what this means for...

Knoxville, TN News Roundup (8/17/25)

Torch Night lights UTK Volunteers: Incoming students packed Food City Center on August 17 to mark the 100th anniversary of the Torch of Service tradition — find out what fuels their Volunteer spirit. Burnett Elementary reunion surprise: After 10 months deployed to...

Southlake, TX News Roundup (8/17/25)

Gateway Church begins a new chapter: On Aug. 16, more than 4,000 congregants gathered at Southlake to commission Daniel Floyd as lead pastor, marking a fresh start after a year of turmoil — learn what’s next for Gateway Church. Texas’ largest studio campus: Fort...

Illinois News Roundup (8/17/25)

Illinois expands bicycle definition: A law signed Aug. 1 now treats low-speed electric bikes and tricycles as bicycles under the Illinois Vehicle Code, extending crash and insurance protections to more riders — find out what riders need to know. Mapping Illinois’ tap...

Franklin, TN News Roundup (8/17/25)

Free Franklin lunch shuttle: Franklin Transit launches a free pilot shuttle on September 15, running every 15 minutes from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. between Downtown Franklin, Public Square and The Factory — find out how to ride. Franklin Fire’s wellness leadership: The...