Sharing local hidden gems on NewsBreak

NewsBreak’s #HiddenGems content winners

Thank you to all the creators who participated in our #HiddenGems content campaign! From local businesses and speakeasies to parks and swimming holes, we loved learning about all the secret spots and hidden gems in your local communities.

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We want to congratulate everyone who submitted an article or video. We received almost 200 submissions and it was hard to pick just a few winners, but here are our top prizes!

1. Editorial pick: Ponyhenge: A one-of-a-kind Rocking Horse Graveyard in Lincoln, Massachusetts by Tracey Folly

A very unique find and interesting story about a Rocking Horse Graveyard that seemed to pop up almost overnight in Lincoln, MA. And there’s an unspoken rule that you can leave your own old toy pony behind as well.

1. Most shared: Florida's best swimming waters aren't where you think by Bryce Gruber

The most shared article award goes to Bryce Gruber about one of Florida’s best kept secrets, Ginnie Springs. It’s a privately owned nature park, so you’ll need to purchase tickets to visit, but the water looks pristine and crystal clear.

1. Most liked: The top six secret speakeasies in Chicago by Natalie Frank, Ph.D.

Does anything say hidden gem more than a speakeasy? We don’t think so. In this article, Natalie Frank shares some of Chicago’s best speakeasies and where to find them.

Our mission is to connect and empower local users, content creators, and businesses. Each winning story will receive a gift card that can be used to support local businesses.

As there were so many great submissions, we wanted to highlight a few more honorable mentions:

• This restaurant is an upscale and rustic addition to Lititz, PA by Sara Melissa Frost
• 5 crazy unique places to visit in Florida for travelers by Joe Duncan
• Manchester, Michigan couple work to save the honey bees by Tracy Stengel
• World-class fine dining In Wisconsin? This Milwaukee restaurant measures up by Amber Gibson
• Hidden gem: The Library is Lake Worth's sexy new speakeasy themed cocktail bar by Best of South Florida

About the Creator Program: Our Creator Program brings together professional journalists, experts, and high-quality content creators to deliver relevant, local, and original content. News Break creators cover everything from in-depth investigative features to timely events happening around town. Find out more and apply at creators.newsbreak.com/creators.