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Tune in Monday, April 7 at noon CT to hear stories from our contestants, snag giveaway prizes, and celebrate the progress being made toward a stronger future.
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Marion, Ohio

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Championship

Congratulations to the finalists. Get ready to cast your vote for the 2025 Strongest Town Champion.
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Championship voting opens Monday, April 7

Harrisonburg, Virginia

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Marion, Ohio

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Harrisonburg, Virginia

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16 towns try to earn your vote. You choose the champion.

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The Final Four Contestants Are Sharing the Spotlight to Lead the Way

Hope for More Affordable Housing Options Is Growing in Greenfield
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Marion's Comeback: How This Rust Belt Town Is Rebuilding Itself From the Ground Up
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How Bend, Oregon, Is Facing the Challenges of Rapid Growth Head-On
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Building a Stronger Harrisonburg, One Small Step at a Time
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In round 1, four towns took home category awards.

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Parking Reform

Alameda, California

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Safe Streets

Sacramento, California

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Local Housing

Harrisonburg, Virginia

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Better Budgets

Bellingham, Washington

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Use the guidance of this year's contestants and the past 9 Strongest Town Contest champions to learn how you can continue building your own Strong Town.
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Representatives of Maumee, Ohio, accept their award as the 2024 Strongest Town champion
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