JACKSON — In a business coup, locally owned White Mountain Puzzles recently was chosen to serve as New Hampshire's representative at a showcase of "Made in the U.S.A." products held at the White House on July 23.
Businesses from each of the 50 states were invited to take part in the second annual “Made in America” event.
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