We're connecting with the President of Stamford's Downtown Special Services District to learn the role the agency plays in placemaking and fostering personal connection. Hear how Stamford Downtown is fully engaged in boosting its community's profile and economic potential with creative programs including public art installations, upbeat public block parties, and highlighting the city's many thriving restaurants.Then, we've got the first of a two-part For the People Special Report celebrating

Episode 27 – Electric Power in Virginia: The Essentials for Decision Makers – Virginia Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine In this episode, we talk with Dave Roop and Haydn Wadley with the Virginia Academy of Science, Engineering, and Medicine, also known by its acronym VASEM. Dave and Haydn, along with other contributors from VASEM’s Energy Working Group, authored a white paper titled “Electric Power in Virginia: The Essentials for Decision Makers”. The white paper is a distillatio...

For the People is continuing our monthly series celebrating 2026 - the International Year of the Woman Farmer - with Lori Cochran Dougall of the Westport Farmers Market and the newly formed Connecticut Farmers Market Association. Our engaging discussion is focusing on how farmers markets across the state provide a vital public-facing opportunity for farmers to sell what they grow and produce directly to you.

The Interfaith Volunteer Caregivers RIDES+ initiative is just one of six inspired grassroots, volunteer programs in need your support. So check out For the People's segment with the IVCG's leader and a passionate volunteer who are looking for others willing to share their rides with folks who need transportation to critical medical appointments.