Tag: Rural
Toxic ‘forever chemicals’ taint rural California drinking water, far from known sources
PFAS contamination in rural California is causing concern among residents like Juana Valle, who never imagined that the…
Rural water utilities in North Carolina are still reeling from Helene
The aftermath of Hurricane Helene in western North Carolina has left communities devastated and struggling to rebuild. At…
Govt backs rural communities | Otago Daily Times Online News
One of the highlights from the past few weeks was my visit to Waikaia, where I had the…
Bridging the digital divide to help rural smokers quit
Rural adults are more likely to smoke than their urban counterparts. Enhancing digital literacy and improving access to…
Have Democrats found a way to win over rural America? Look at what's happening in Wisconsin.
After years of being locked out of power in Wisconsin’s statehouse, Democrats are seeing a glimmer of hope…
Many rural Washington state youth engage in socially acceptable firearm-related behaviors
Adolescents living in rural Washington state have a clear understanding of what constitutes acceptable firearm carrying behavior, according…
The fate of thousands of U.S. dams hangs in the balance, leaving rural communities with hard choices
Sheldon Auto Wrecking, a longstanding salvage yard in southwestern Wisconsin’s Vernon County, is facing a potential threat to…
In Montana, 911 calls reveal impact of heat waves on rural seniors
Extreme heat can be particularly dangerous for older adults who may struggle to regulate their body temperature and…
Prospective employees get insight into rural sector
The rural workforce of tomorrow had the chance to experience farm life firsthand as Otago businesses came together…
What’s It Like Teaching in a Rural School?
I teach all subjects to students from kindergarten to eighth grade. It's challenging, but incredibly rewarding to see…