Rural Resurrection

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Each post on Rural Resurrection is tied to a specific category. These post categories are useful for those who want to learn more about a specific subject matter. In the… Read more »

Crowdfunding, It’s for Communities Too

Rural communities typically have the desire and the work ethic necessary to make their community great; the only thing missing in the equation is typically the funding. Larger cities with… Read more »

Grant Spotlight: Backing Small Businesses Grant Program

Occasionally on Rural Resurrection, we spotlight a few grants that are available to rural communities throughout the Midwest. Usually, we are talking about a specific project and mention how a… Read more »

What Really is “Shovel Ready”?

In many rural towns, the term “shovel-ready” gets tossed around by every real estate broker, economic development office, or industrial foundation. Unfortunately, it is often loosely interpreted. Potential developments often… Read more »

Creating a National Register Historic District

Midwest towns are overflowing with historic charm. Gorgeously articulated brick structures line Main Street, harkening back to a time when economic development didn’t mean building the cheapest structure possible. Many… Read more »

2026 Nebraska Planning Conference

A regular subject on Rural Resurrection is the Nebraska Planning Conference. This is mainly due to the fact that I’ve been President of one of the organizations that put the… Read more »

Destination Towns: Links to Stories

Destination Towns is a relatively new series on Rural Resurrection. These towns are unique and boldly different, towns that stick out in a crowd and draw people in rather than… Read more »

Destination Towns Clarified

Destination Towns is a relatively new series on Rural Resurrection. These towns are unique and boldly different, towns that stick out in a crowd and draw people in rather than… Read more »

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Happy Valentine’s Day everyone! Be sure to Love Your City!