EPA cuts could leave small rural towns choking in smoke
The EPA’s slashing of more than $1 billion in grant funding has hit hard in Western communities that have felt climate ...
Privatizing the USPS could harm businesses and disproportionately impact rural areas, experts say
As Trump and Musk advocate for USPS privatization, experts warn of potential negative impacts on prices, service, and ...
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Rural California, reliant on the Trump administration for jobs, braces for cuts
Rural counties are some of the most reliant on federal funding and federal workers. But some still welcome Trump’s upcoming ...
Mali embraces solar power for rural areas but the challenges are still vast
A solar power plant in this rural corner of Mali has jolted a village to life and awakened dreams of steady power in this ...
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Millions of people in rural areas are missing from global population data
Global population data undercounts rural communities by up to 84%, impacting resource allocation and planning.
Rural communities need support to decrease health disparities and improve access to care, say researchers
Rural communities in the United States face a dire health crisis that threatens the population's well-being, says the ...
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Gov. Abbott Announces $6.25 Million Grant to Strengthen Rural Healthcare in Texas
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced a $6.25 million initiative to support rural hospitals in the state, aimed at improving their financial stability and healthcare services.