https://www.cityandlocal.com/business-spotlights/local-businesses-recirculate-more-cash-than-chains City & Local en 2026-04-12T10:41:41.574Z Local businesses recirculate over 3 times more cash than chains local business, independent business, chain stores, economic recirculation, local economy /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-local-businesses-recirculate-more-cash-than-chains-1775990456155/hero.png A lively street filled with independent local businesses, illustrating the concept of money recirculating within the community and boosting local economy. https://www.cityandlocal.com/food-drink/plant-based-food-sales-growth-drivers City & Local en 2026-04-12T09:28:25.149Z Plant-based food sales boom, but what's really driving the growth? plant-based food sales, food industry growth, consumer purchasing habits, meat alternatives, Europe food market /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-plant-based-food-sales-growth-drivers-1775986067858/hero.png A European market stall filled with fresh fruits, vegetables, grains, and legumes, with a small, less prominent display of meat alternative products in the background. https://www.cityandlocal.com/best-in-city/local-hiking-trails-ithaca-guide City & Local en 2026-04-12T08:16:42.764Z Discovering Local Hiking Trails for Every Skill Level hiking trails Ithaca, local hiking, Ithaca NY outdoors, hiking guide, beginner hiking trails /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-local-hiking-trails-ithaca-guide-1775981769042/hero.png Hikers of various skill levels exploring a beautiful forest trail near Ithaca with a waterfall visible. https://www.cityandlocal.com/community/how-to-participate-local-government-meetings-2026 City & Local en 2026-04-12T07:06:08.828Z How to Participate in Local Government Meetings: A 2026 Guide local government meetings, participate in city council, civic engagement 2026, public participation, remote meeting attendance /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-how-to-participate-local-government-meetings-2026-1775977534865/hero.png Diverse citizens participating in a 2026 local government meeting, both in-person and remotely via digital screens, showcasing modern civic engagement. https://www.cityandlocal.com/community/community-centers-neighborhood-well-being-role City & Local en 2026-04-12T05:54:27.345Z What is the role of community centers in neighborhood well-being? community centers, neighborhood well-being, public health, social equity, community infrastructure /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-community-centers-neighborhood-well-being-role-1775973242569/hero.png Diverse community members engaging in various activities within a bright, modern, and welcoming community center, fostering connection and well-being. https://www.cityandlocal.com/best-in-city/best-of-bay-awards-voting-bay-radiology City & Local en 2026-04-12T04:38:54.508Z Voting Underway for Best of Bay Awards, Featuring Bay Radiology Best of Bay Awards, Community Choice Awards, Bay Radiology, local institutions, healthcare services /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-best-of-bay-awards-voting-bay-radiology-1775968705371/hero.png Diverse community members voting in the Best of Bay Awards, highlighting local businesses and services like Bay Radiology. https://www.cityandlocal.com/services/mobile-clinics-expand-free-health-screening-access City & Local en 2026-04-12T03:27:05.224Z Mobile clinics expand 2026 free health screening services access mobile health clinics, free health screenings, healthcare access barriers, underserved populations, community health initiatives /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-mobile-clinics-expand-free-health-screening-access-1775964402994/hero.png Mobile clinic van providing free health screenings to a diverse group of people in a community setting, emphasizing accessibility and care. https://www.cityandlocal.com/services/verizon-network-disruption-service-restored City & Local en 2026-04-12T02:16:42.291Z Verizon Restores Service After Widespread Network Disruptions Verizon outage, network disruption, service restoration, telecom issues, software glitch /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-verizon-network-disruption-service-restored-1775960176143/hero.png Verizon cell tower illuminated against stormy skies as people's phone signals return, symbolizing restored network service after a widespread disruption. https://www.cityandlocal.com/services/local-government-essential-service-closures City & Local en 2026-04-11T23:58:21.688Z Local governments struggle to control essential service closures local government, essential service closures, hospital closures, healthcare access, public services /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-local-government-essential-service-closures-1775951874941/hero.png Concerned citizens protest outside a city hall under a stormy sky, demanding the preservation of essential services like local hospitals. https://www.cityandlocal.com/food-drink/sustainable-dining-trends-adoption-challenges City & Local en 2026-04-11T22:45:50.179Z Sustainable Dining Trends: Slow Adoption Challenges sustainable dining trends, plant-based diet adoption, greenhouse gas emissions, environmental goals, food system sustainability /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-sustainable-dining-trends-adoption-challenges-1775947517093/hero.png Split image contrasting a vibrant farmers market with a barren landscape, symbolizing the impact of sustainable dining choices on environmental health. https://www.cityandlocal.com/services/local-coworking-spaces-amenities-pricing-trends City & Local en 2026-04-11T21:35:12.033Z Top Local Co-Working Spaces: Amenities, Pricing, 2026 Trends coworking spaces, local coworking, office amenities, coworking pricing, 2026 coworking trends /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-local-coworking-spaces-amenities-pricing-trends-1775943284567/hero.png A diverse group of professionals working in a bright, modern co-working space with various amenities like meeting rooms and lounge areas. https://www.cityandlocal.com/neighborhoods/unique-parks-recreation-escape-pennsylvania City & Local en 2026-04-11T20:21:50.552Z 5 Unique Parks for Recreation and Escape unique parks, recreation spots, escape destinations, Pennsylvania parks, subterranean park /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-unique-parks-recreation-escape-pennsylvania-1775938888052/hero.png Entrance to a vast subterranean park with four miles of cave passages, offering a unique underground adventure near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. https://www.cityandlocal.com/neighborhoods/no-mow-may-vs-low-mow-pollinator-science City & Local en 2026-04-11T19:09:58.732Z No Mow May vs. Low-Mow: The evolving science of pollinator support No Mow May, Low-Mow, pollinator support, lawn care science, grass height restrictions /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-no-mow-may-vs-low-mow-pollinator-science-1775934574373/hero.png A lush, blooming meadow filled with pollinators contrasted against a neatly mowed lawn, symbolizing the debate between No Mow May and Low-Mow practices. https://www.cityandlocal.com/community/public-libraries-community-hubs-2026 City & Local en 2026-04-11T17:58:36.909Z How Do Public Libraries Serve as Community Hubs in 2026? public libraries, community centers, social support, public health, Narcan /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-public-libraries-community-hubs-2026-1775930290498/hero.png A vibrant, modern public library bustling with diverse community members engaging in various activities, highlighting its role as a central hub. https://www.cityandlocal.com/food-drink/houston-culinary-scene-foodie-destination City & Local en 2026-04-11T16:48:59.777Z Houston's Culinary Scene: A Premier Foodie Destination Houston restaurants, Houston food scene, culinary destination, seafood restaurant Houston, Washington Corridor dining /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-houston-culinary-scene-foodie-destination-1775926112284/hero.png A lively evening scene in Houston's Washington Corridor, showcasing diverse diners enjoying outdoor meals at trendy restaurants with glowing neon signs. https://www.cityandlocal.com/events/rochester-ny-events-limited-this-week-2025 City & Local en 2026-04-11T15:39:56.193Z Rochester NY: Limited events this week, major ones in 2025 Rochester NY events, things to do Rochester, Rochester events 2025, World T'ai Chi Day Rochester, Portraits of Hope Rochester /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-rochester-ny-events-limited-this-week-2025-1775921966576/hero.png A split scene in Rochester, NY, showing a few small current events contrasted with the grand architecture hinting at major future events in 2025. https://www.cityandlocal.com/best-in-city/tallahassee-community-choice-awards-nominations City & Local en 2026-04-11T14:26:12.219Z Tallahassee Community's Choice Awards: Nominations Open Tallahassee Community's Choice Awards, Tallahassee awards, local business awards, nominate Tallahassee businesses, community recognition /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-tallahassee-community-choice-awards-nominations-1775917544719/hero.png Tallahassee businesses and community members engaging with nomination signs for the Community's Choice Awards, showcasing local pride and participation. https://www.cityandlocal.com/business-spotlights/communitys-choice-awards-2026-guide City & Local en 2026-04-11T12:04:36.010Z Community's Choice Awards: 2026 nominations and voting Community's Choice Awards 2026, local business awards, nominate local businesses, vote for local favorites, New Jersey business awards /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-communitys-choice-awards-2026-guide-1775909044273/hero.png A lively town square filled with celebrating people and businesses decorated with glowing award ribbons and banners for the Community's Choice Awards. https://www.cityandlocal.com/business-spotlights/energy-costs-surge-business-spending-concerns City & Local en 2026-04-11T10:51:16.703Z Energy Costs Surge, Raising Business Spending Concerns Amid Inflation energy costs, inflation, business spending, economic impact, gasoline prices /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-energy-costs-surge-business-spending-concerns-1775904643372/hero.png City street at dusk with a gas station showing high prices, business owners looking concerned about economic strain and inflation. https://www.cityandlocal.com/neighborhoods/veridia-city-hidden-gem-parks-relaxation-recreation City & Local en 2026-04-11T09:38:21.501Z Veridia City's Hidden Gem Parks for Relaxation and Recreation Veridia City parks, hidden parks Veridia City, quiet parks Veridia City, relaxation spots Veridia City, recreation areas Veridia City /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-veridia-city-hidden-gem-parks-relaxation-recreation-1775900275447/hero.png A tranquil, hidden urban park in Veridia City with lush greenery, a peaceful pond, and a person meditating, offering a stark contrast to crowded city parks. https://www.cityandlocal.com/food-drink/best-dog-friendly-patios-dallas-2026 City & Local en 2026-04-11T08:24:45.241Z Top 4 Dog-Friendly Patios and Cafes to Visit in 2026 dog-friendly patios Dallas, best dog cafes Dallas, Dallas restaurants pets allowed, outdoor dining Dallas dogs, pet-friendly establishments Dallas /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-best-dog-friendly-patios-dallas-2026-1775895863625/hero.png A lively, sunlit patio in Dallas where patrons and their dogs are dining together, highlighting a welcoming and pet-friendly atmosphere. https://www.cityandlocal.com/services/yonkers-home-renovation-permits-guide City & Local en 2026-04-11T07:21:39.421Z Local Home Renovation Permits: Navigating Complexities Yonkers home renovation permits, building permits Yonkers NY, property taxes permit refusal, Westchester County permits, home improvement permits /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-yonkers-home-renovation-permits-guide-1775892053419/hero.png Homeowner stressed by complex permit process for home renovation in Yonkers, with city hall in the background. https://www.cityandlocal.com/community/how-to-engage-city-council City & Local en 2026-04-11T06:03:00.485Z How to Engage Your Local City Council city council engagement, local government participation, how to talk to city council, civic action, community organizing /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-how-to-engage-city-council-1775887350165/hero.png Diverse citizens actively participating in a city council meeting, advocating for their community's needs and engaging with local government officials. https://www.cityandlocal.com/business-spotlights/moonlight-miso-new-premium-ramen-line City & Local en 2026-04-11T04:50:29.300Z Moonlight Miso Launches New Premium Ramen Line Moonlight Miso, Buldak Ramen Rose, premium ramen, new ramen line, specialty ramen /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-moonlight-miso-new-premium-ramen-line-1775883001155/hero.png A steaming bowl of Moonlight Miso's Buldak Ramen Rose, showcasing its premium ingredients and vibrant presentation in an intimate setting. https://www.cityandlocal.com/local-guides/texas-primary-election-2026-voter-guide City & Local en 2026-04-11T03:37:21.219Z Texas Voters Prepare for March 2026 Primary Election Texas Primary Election 2026, Texas voters, March 3 2026, runoff elections, May 2026 /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-texas-primary-election-2026-voter-guide-1775878619835/hero.png Diverse Texans voting in a bright, modern polling station during the 2026 Texas Primary Election. https://www.cityandlocal.com/best-in-city/houston-new-restaurants-culinary-scene City & Local en 2026-04-11T02:28:07.667Z Houston's Culinary Scene Thrives with Diverse New Restaurants and Support Houston restaurants, new restaurants Houston, Houston culinary scene, Simone Biles restaurant, Taste of Gold /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-houston-new-restaurants-culinary-scene-1775874459512/hero.png A lively street in Houston at night, filled with diverse people enjoying the city's many new restaurants and vibrant culinary scene. https://www.cityandlocal.com/events/florida-arts-funding-cuts-economy-community City & Local en 2026-04-11T01:16:17.247Z Florida's 2026 arts funding cuts threaten community, economy. Florida arts funding, arts and culture grants, Governor DeSantis budget, community arts organizations, economic impact of arts /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-florida-arts-funding-cuts-economy-community-1775870155250/hero.png An empty, dimly lit community arts center with faded performance posters, symbolizing the impact of Florida's proposed arts funding cuts. https://www.cityandlocal.com/food-drink/local-ingredients-costly-reality-restaurants City & Local en 2026-04-11T00:06:34.293Z Local Ingredients: Rising Trend, Costly Reality for Restaurants local ingredients, sustainable products, restaurant costs, food industry, consumer willingness to pay /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-local-ingredients-costly-reality-restaurants-1775865945947/hero.png Chefs preparing dishes with fresh, local ingredients in a sunlit, busy restaurant kitchen, emphasizing the connection to the source. https://www.cityandlocal.com/neighborhoods/savannah-historic-landmarks-preservation City & Local en 2026-04-10T22:55:09.342Z Savannah's Historical Landmarks and Preservation Savannah landmarks, historic preservation Savannah, City of Savannah Municipal Archives, digital historical archives, landmark designation process /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-savannah-historic-landmarks-preservation-1775861667274/hero.png Historic Savannah street with gas lamps and antebellum architecture, overlaid with subtle digital data streams. https://www.cityandlocal.com/best-in-city/hidden-las-vegas-restaurants-authentic-dining-2026 City & Local en 2026-04-10T21:42:56.113Z Top 5 Hidden Las Vegas Restaurants for Authentic 2026 Dining Las Vegas restaurants, hidden restaurants Las Vegas, authentic dining Las Vegas, local Las Vegas food, best restaurants 2026 /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-hidden-las-vegas-restaurants-authentic-dining-2026-1775857331265/hero.png An intimate, dimly lit Las Vegas restaurant interior showcasing authentic dishes enjoyed by local patrons, highlighting a hidden culinary gem. https://www.cityandlocal.com/services/public-healthcare-coordination-city-networks City & Local en 2026-04-10T20:30:42.808Z Public Health Care Coordination in Our City public health care coordination, city healthcare services, AccessHealth community networks, healthcare access for low-income, care coordination programs /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-public-healthcare-coordination-city-networks-1775853010284/hero.png Community members receiving care coordination and support from healthcare professionals at an AccessHealth network center in the city. https://www.cityandlocal.com/community/non-profits-community-development-research-training City & Local en 2026-04-10T19:19:29.105Z How Non-Profits Boost Community Development With Research Training non-profit organizations, community development, research training, frontline community workers, Cleveland Ohio /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-non-profits-community-development-research-training-1775848748478/hero.png Community workers participating in a research training session, learning to apply academic data to local development challenges. https://www.cityandlocal.com/real-estate/oregon-property-tax-assessment-calculation City & Local en 2026-04-10T18:19:55.089Z How Are Property Taxes Assessed and Calculated in Oregon? Oregon property tax, property tax assessment Oregon, how are property taxes calculated Oregon, assessed value Oregon, property tax cap Oregon /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-oregon-property-tax-assessment-calculation-1775845163294/hero.png Oregon state capitol building at dusk with a transparent overlay of complex tax calculation formulas and charts, symbolizing property tax assessment. https://www.cityandlocal.com/business-spotlights/peoplesbank-community-involvement-awards City & Local en 2026-04-10T16:57:22.107Z PeoplesBank Earns Awards for Community Involvement Achievements PeoplesBank, community involvement, philanthropic grants, local causes, decade-long contributions /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-peoplesbank-community-involvement-awards-1775840220704/hero.png PeoplesBank employees and community members celebrating a significant philanthropic grant, symbolizing the bank's commitment to local support and growth. https://www.cityandlocal.com/best-in-city/lehigh-valley-schools-rankings-context City & Local en 2026-04-10T15:46:13.299Z Lehigh Valley schools impress on state rankings, but context matters Lehigh Valley schools, Pennsylvania school rankings, US News rankings, top high schools, educational quality /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-lehigh-valley-schools-rankings-context-1775835950780/hero.png Lehigh Valley high schools recognized in state rankings, highlighting academic achievement amidst community context. https://www.cityandlocal.com/local-guides/texas-voting-how-where-may-2 City & Local en 2026-04-10T14:36:10.487Z Eligible Texas voters: How and where to vote May 2 Texas voting, May 2 election, local elections Texas, how to vote Texas, where to vote Texas /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-texas-voting-how-where-may-2-1775831726579/hero.png Diverse Texans of various ages and backgrounds voting at a polling station on election day, emphasizing civic participation. https://www.cityandlocal.com/food-drink/local-restaurant-weeks-boost-economies-community City & Local en 2026-04-10T12:09:48.198Z Local Restaurant Weeks Boost Economies and Community Spirit restaurant week, local economy, community spirit, economic development, food events /api/media/articles/city-local/city-local-local-restaurant-weeks-boost-economies-community-1775822958667/hero.png A lively street scene with people enjoying outdoor dining at various restaurants during a local Restaurant Week, showcasing community and economic vibrancy.