Returning to Muong Chanh during the historic August days, the first impression is of lush coffee plantations stretching across the hillsides as far as the eyes can see. At the heart of the commune, a more prosperous and vibrant landscape, adorned with colourful flags and flowers, reflects a renewed sense of confidence and vitality in what was once a revolutionary base.

The To Hieu ward Youth Union launched its youth project “Green Map – Digital Heritage” at the Cultural House of Residential Group 12 on August 19.

A provincial inter-agency inspection delegation reviewed administrative reform efforts in Ta Xua commune on August 18.

More than eight decades have passed since the success of the August Revolution in 1945, yet the unyielding revolutionary spirit kindled by the Party cell at Son La Prison continues to light the way, serving as an invaluable source of strength for the people of Son La and the wider Northwestern region, especially the younger generation. From that historic autumn to today’s autumn of peace, the legacy of the revolution continues to inspire young people with a profound sense of pride and gratitude, strengthening their faith in the revolutionary traditions and their love for their homeland and country.

The People’s Committee of Phieng Cam commune, in coordination with the provincial Centre for Innovation and Digital Transformation Support, on August 11 held a training session to enhance digital awareness and skills for 165 members of 15 community digital technology teams across the commune.

To Hieu ward is accelerating a project to complete Route 1A and the Tay Bac (Northwest) Square flower garden (from Trang Bridge to Route 1A), with a focus on site clearance to pave the way for subsequent construction works.

The Thuan Chau commune Youth Union on August 4 presented certificates of merit from the provincial Children’s Council to two student members, Tong Van Khac Huy and Luong Hai Nam, in recognition of their bravery and quick thinking in saving a young child from drowning.

Son La Hydropower Company, in coordination with the Fire Prevention, Firefighting and Rescue Police Division under the Son La provincial Department of Public Securities, organised a training course on fire prevention, firefighting, rescue operations, and a firefighting drill for 2026 on August 3-4.

The provincial Agricultural Extension and Digital Transformation Centre, in coordination with the Van Ho commune People's Committee, organised a field workshop titled “Applying Water-Saving Irrigation Solutions Combined with Soil and Crop Health Management” in Hang Trung 1 hamlet, Van Ho commune on July 29.

More than half a century after national reunification, the Party and State continue to prioritise efforts to search for, recover and identify the remains of fallen soldiers. Advances in science and technology, particularly DNA testing, are offering new hope of identifying martyrs whose identities remain unknown, honouring those who laid down their lives for national independence and bringing comfort to their families.

The provincial Sponsorship Association held its first Congress for the 2026–2031 term on July 28. Attending the event were Tran Thi Dung, Standing Vice Chairwoman of the Vietnam Association for the Support of Persons with Disabilities; Do Hong Lam, Standing Vice Chairman of the Vietnam Association for Victims of Agent Orange/Dioxin; leaders of provincial departments and agencies; and 113 delegates representing association members from across the province.

On the occasion of the 79th Anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs Day (July 27, 1947 – 2026), representaties from the provincial Cooperative Alliance on July 27 visited and presented gifts to cooperatives managed by veterans in Mai Son commune.

The Veterans' Association and the Youth Union of Mai Son commune held an incense-offering and candle-lighting ceremony in tribute to fallen soldiers at the local Martyrs' Cemetery on the evening of July 26, on the occasion of the 79th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs' Day (July 27, 1947–2026).

A ceremony was held on the evening of July 26 at the Martyrs' Cemetery in To Hieu ward to offer incense and flowers and light candles in tribute to heroic martyrs on the occasion of the 79th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs' Day (July 27, 1947 - 2026). The event was jointly organised by the youth unions of To Hieu ward, Tay Bac University, the provincial Military Command, and Viettel Son La.

The Youth Union of the provincial Party Agencies on July 26 offered incense in memory of fallen heroes at the Son La Prison Martyrs' Cemetery on the occasion of the 79th anniversary of War Invalids and Martyrs Day (July 27, 1947 – 2026).

The Son La provincial Youth Union on July 26 mobilised more than 1,500 members from all 79 chapters to simultaneously join the “Green Sunday” campaign, carrying out a wide range of meaningful activities for the community and in tribute to fallen heroes.

The Youth Union and the Veterans' Association of Son La Newspaper and Radio-Television on July 24 visited and presented gifts to policy beneficiary families, including former leaders and staff members of the agency, as well as relatives of its officials, civil servants and employees who are entitled to war invalid or sick soldier benefits.

The Ho Chi Minh Communist Youth Union of Chieng An ward, in coordination with the provincial Centre for Disease Control, the Youth Union of the Mobile Police Division under the provincial Department of Public Security, and the Chieng An ward Women's Union, on July 24 organised a series of activities to honour fallen heroes and individuals who rendered meritorious service to the revolutionary cause in the ward.

Viettel Networks' telecommunications infrastructure project management board on July 24 inaugurated and handed over a new classroom building at the Pac Be hamlet campus of Ban Mai Kindergarten in Suoi To commune.

The provincial Military Command on July 24 launched an 80-day peak emulation campaign for the “three bests” to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Traditional Day of the Military Region 2 Armed Forces (October 19, 1946–2026).