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‘The family is an entire town’ in Hinesburg

An up-close and relatable ‘Our Town’ at Colonial Players of Annapolis

The production offers a unique opportunity to see Thornton Wilder’s masterpiece in an intimate, in-the-round setting. By JULIA TUCKER

Vital Communities enters talks to save town listservs from shutdown

A group of Upper Valley residents aims to launch UV Lists to take over 38 town listservs from Vital Communities this fall. Read the story on VTDigger here:

Five Fantastic Adventures in Hillsborough, North Carolina 

Hillsborough is a small town with so much charm! There’s also something for everyone, and no two trips are the same. Whether you are interested in history, outdoor recreation, shop...

Affordable Midwest Commuter Towns Dominate the Hottest Markets List in August

As an affordable and commuter-friendly alternative to neighboring Chicago and Madison, Rockford has all the access with far less cost.

Woodstock Provides Small Town Charm, Big City Access

Located about 30 miles north of Atlanta in Cherokee County, Woodstock combines a historic downtown, a growing housing market and access to outdoor recreation. The city has grown al...

Local spirits have stories to tell at Broadview Heights Ghost Walk: Talk of the Towns

Shirley MacFarland’s weekly community column featuring news and notes from Brecksville, Broadview Heights, North Royalton and Strongsville.

These Under-the-radar Small Towns Are Some of America’s Best-kept Secrets

Addison Town Plan Update

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A Small Town with a Big October: Upshur County, West Virginia

Upshur County blends vibrant fall color with quirky small-town character, creating a season full of scenic beauty and spirited adventures. It’s a fall experience with personality —...

6 Atlanta neighborhoods where community is key: Chamblee

Once a quiet railroad stop 14 miles northeast of downtown, Chamblee is now DeKalb County’s fastest-growing city. The recent opening of Spruill Studios at the old city hall helped s...

The Paradox of Rich College, Poor Town

No Townies

A hospitality manager reflects on growing up beside a storied Canadian resort hotel, and how early encounters with its exclusive world sparked a four-decade career in the industry.

Visit These 3 Scenic Small Towns Near Northern Virginia This Fall

These charming and picturesque towns are a short drive from NoVA. Read More

Edinburgh's best commuter towns 2026: The 12 best places to live just outside of Edinburgh

Where are Edinburgh’s best commuter towns in 2026? We take a look.

Thursday’s Headlines Are Living for the City

Suburban retail models are making cities less walkable, while climate change is doing the same in the suburbs.

We live in the Town of the Year - what makes it so good?

Inverurie in Aberdeenshire lands a title which was won in previous years by Paisley and Oban.

Best Towns Near Chicago to See Fall Colors

Pack a thermos of cider, bundle up the kids, and discover why these towns are the perfect backdrop for your fall adventures near the Windy City. As autumn sweeps across the Midwest...

America 250: Middletown’s Community Spirit Helps Shape Its Future

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, Vision Times highlights the people, organizations, businesses, and traditions that have helped build and strengthen our communities. In...

6 Atlanta Neighborhoods Where Community is Key: Johns Creek

Johns Creek has achieved a lot in the 20 years since it was incorporated as its own city. Travel + Leisure named it America’s best suburb in 2024. U.S. News & World Report decl...

Hundreds of Skiers Name the Most Beautiful Ski Towns

What Happens to Small College Towns When the School Shuts Down

One impact of the falling fertility rate has become evident: College enrollment is down, and college towns are taking the hit.

America's New Geography of Opportunity

Citizens prefer the business-friendly fringes

Revealed: See how Clare’s towns and villages performed in the 2026 SuperValu Tidy Towns competition