He said he hoped to spark greater attention to this "ground-up effort."

Although they did not end up winning the competition, it sparked attention around their school, where the group began performing.

That also happened in the summer of 2001, when attacks in Florida and a Time magazine cover on sharks sparked attention.

His success sparked national attention, giving area tourism a big boost.

A mammoth hit, South Pacific sparked huge media and public attention.

Jackson's return sparked attention, and one reporter commented that:

This murder sparked local attention but never made national headlines.

The International success of both albums sparked attention from the American market.

The book sparked huge public attention, with people signing up at bookstores to make sure they would get a copy.

He had intended the film to be shown at his local church; instead, it sparked international attention and media coverage.