26 States, 11 Countries Participate in 2025 Postcard Project

Several U.S. states and cities are offering financial incentives, sometimes as high as $12,000, to attract new residents aiming for affordability and community connection, especially appealing to those able to work remotely. These programs primarily target areas in the middle of the country that have struggled to grow or have lost talent to larger city centers, with additional perks in places like West Virginia including outdoor recreation packages and co-working spaces. Meanwhile, Florida is implementing strict new traffic laws starting July 1 to combat high-speed driving, imposing heavy fines, jail time, and license suspensions for those exceeding speed limits by large margins, motivated by a tragic incident involving an 11-year-old boy. In Virginia, political candidates are encouraged to visit various less-traveled parts of Southwest and Southside Virginia to better understand local challenges and inform future policy decisions, highlighting the importance of engaging with communities beyond more populated areas. Additionally, a postcard project has collected 66 postcards from 24 states and 11 countries, with a suggestion to focus on collecting postcards from all Louisiana towns to increase participation. These developments reflect ongoing efforts to address community development, road safety, and political engagement across the United States.