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Unexpected Blooms has been spreading recycled flowers — and joy — to senior care facilities for the past 10 years. Now, it's supporting the next generation of florists with a scholarship for local community college students.

Maximize Northwest Missouri, a Saint Joseph-based coalition, says its analysis of data and resident surveys shows shrinking populations and reduced social participation across parts of the region. The organization focuses on building collaborations and supporting programs aimed at helping communities thrive.