Good morning, Worcester.

Dr. Everett McCorvey, Music Worcester’s new Artist in Residence, met with local arts groups and schools to foster community ties.

He will lead a Gershwin and Ellington concert on Nov. 1 at Mechanics Hall and an America 250 concert on Nov. 6 with the Worcester Chorus and Soldiers Chorus.

Yesterday, a Randolph convenience store sold a Decade of Dollars scratch ticket that won a $2.4 million prize, marking the second grand win in the game since its August launch.

A Worcester man had received a similar win over a week ago and four grand prizes remain available.

Two Worcester County companies shared over $1.5 million in tax incentives as part of nearly $40M in life sciences awards announced by Gov. Healey on Sept.

22 — supporting Eyepoint's plan in Northbridge and Rentschler Biopharma's expansion in Milford.

Pulitzer Prize winner Megan Marshall visited Worcester State University today to accept an honorary doctorate and deliver a talk on redefining heroism — urging students and faculty to value everyday courage as part of the Homecoming celebration.

Sean Rose will start a new role at Worcester Public Schools to address inequities for 25,000 students when he leaves Thrive Support and Advocacy.

Meanwhile, Stacey Forrest is named Thrive's new CEO and will expand programs for transition-age youth and community recreation.

A Chicago-based investment firm (LaSalle Investment Management, a subsidiary of JLL) purchased a 396,375 sqft distribution site at 80 Pine Hill Drive in Boylston for $90.25 million on Friday.

Cardinal Health is now the main tenant, replacing its previous Bedford facility to serve New England and eastern Connecticut.

Developers shared insights at a real estate forum on challenges and growth in central Mass.

Rising costs and regulatory hurdles slow housing, commercial space, and industrial projects, but they remain hopeful about future opportunities.

Week 3 high school football saw standout plays as the Furcillo brothers received praise for leading the Wolves, sparking excitement among local fans.

T&G selected a Game of the Week that highlighted top performances from the matchups.