The Community Foundation of Hancock County recently kicked off a new cohort of the Excellence Academy, a group that pursues new knowledge and ideas to energize and strengthen nonprofit organizations. Pictured are “academy owls,” or “outstanding wise leaders” that are in the program. For more, visit celebratehancock.org/embrace-our-place. The Daily Reporter frequently features photos of the local community, taken by members of our community. Take your best shot and email a picture to [email protected] with information about the photo.