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When Craig Schroeder returned to his rural Nebraska hometown in the 1980s, the economy was tight. Read More »

Some business people are lucky enough to not only build up a good business, but also good successors in the process—which is good not only for families and businesses, but also for local communities. Read More »

Often, the key to breaking down age-old problems is bringing in fresh ideas. What better place to find new ideas than in the minds of young people? Read More »

Involving youth in community decisions is a matter of investment: A little time and effort spent now will pay off in years to come. Read More »

In the 1960s, the Alabama Black Belt was a place where people struggled against the racial segregation that strained the relationships between blacks and whites. Today, the people of the region have a new mission: bridging the gap between young and old. Read More »

It’s no secret that communities in the Dakotas are struggling to meet workforce demands with a steady export of human capital. But what if communities make a concerted effort to bring kids home before they ever have a chance to leave? Read More »

Every Friday, students in the government class at Lyons-Decatur High School in Nebraska put their textbooks aside and make their civics learning live in their communities. Read More »

Jamie Horter offered this advice, based on her experience with Community Studio, during her presentation to the Prairie Idea Exchange participants in September. Read More »

The South Dakota Public Broadcasting program “South Dakota Focus” took up the topic of growing small towns Oct. 15. Read More »

With a little investment of time by community elders, helping youth realize their potential, the road connecting a youth’s passion and purpose doesn’t have to lead too far from home. Read More »