Rural Communities
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What’s behind the growing urban, rural divide?
An overwhelming percentage of the United States — about 97 percent– is considered rural, but is home to only a small percentage of the population — about 19 percent. The remaining 80 percent live in urban areas, according to the Census Bureau.
Wyden, Merkley fight to save ‘lifeline’ for rural communities – Senators seek renewed Secure Rural Schools funding
"The notion that these investments in rural communities could be killed and replaced with logging alone is disconnected from reality," Wyden said. "I will continue to pursue a comprehensive, reality-based approach to get these counties the funding they have long relied on.
Taking Charge: How Rural Residents Are Switching from Employees to Business Owners
The retirement of the baby boom generation of business proprietors is predicted to result in a major turnover in ownership.
For Rural America to Win In Corporate Site Selection and Economic Development
There are certain competitive advantages that rural communities can offer to potential companies that would consider investing in them.
Democrats search for a path back into rural America’s good graces
There’s too much other evidence that they have lost touch with parts of the electorate and will need to take stock as they begin to try to regain ground.
The Urban-Rural Divide Is Growing and ‘We’re Living With the Consequences’
Density becomes a marker for politics.
Intensely Local: How Some Rural Hospitals Thrive
Under myriad pressures, an increasing number of rural hospitals are either shutting their doors or joining up with large systems. Some, though, continue to do quite well as independents.
In New Mexico, a way out of the boom-bust cycle?
Seeking to capitalize off its reputation as an energy producer, Lea County rebranded itself as "The EnergyPlex," and started recruiting nuclear, solar and wind energy firms.
The lost generation of rural Americans
It’s important to create a different landscape, create more opportunities for rural kids. They need to be in a position where they can create their own opportunities.
Can The Arts Help Save Rural America?
In an effort to reinvigorate rural communities, some leaders are experimenting with art as a tool to fuel economic development. By Teresa Wiltz Full Story: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/can-the-arts-help-save-rural-america_us_5808cc76e4b021af3477679c?section=