OFFICIALLY ON THE RECORD: Region’s municipal leaders survey the road ahead, discuss vision for communities in 2026

In this piece from WVIA, Community Heart & Soul is highlighted as a powerful way to deepen civic engagement and bring more voices into local planning. The article highlights the power of resident-driven community development, showing how inclusive engagement, local storytelling, and collaborative planning can shape stronger, more vibrant communities. It offers a closer look at how initiatives like Community Heart & Soul help communities turn shared values into meaningful action and long-term impact.