CARTHAGE, Mo. – A Carthage-based nonprofit aiming to revitalize the city through beautification, togetherness and community promotion is being singled out nationally for its work.
Vision Carthage has partnered with America in Bloom, a Columbus, Ohio-based group, in promoting community growth through the use of plants and environmental enhancements.
America in Bloom has recognized the Carthage Public Library’s Steadley Family Legacy Center’s Makerspace Building as the winner of the Most Impressive New Project or Program – Innovation in Action award.
Carthage was the sole American city to receive the designation this year.
AIB advisors surprised Carthage with an additional award for its astonishing community vitality after touring the city last July.
AIB evaluated participants in several areas to award them, including environmental initiatives, heritage celebration,…
