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Regional village reality reshapes rural Iowa life
Rural sociologist Tim Borich and economist Ken Stone of Iowa State University describe a shift from small town centers to regional villages. They note population shrinkage in towns under 2,500, consolidation of services, growing regional trade centers, and Walmart driven rebirth of smaller towns, with regional development clashing with local community identity and volunteerism. Val Farmer, a Rapid City psychologist, adds insight on rural mental health and family dynamics.
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Tim Borich
Ken Stone
Iowa State University
Iowa
Stone
Walmart
America
Boy Scouts
4-H
Service Club
Val Farmer
Rapid City
South Dakota