Marketing Hometown America

Kristen Sindelar
Dec 4, 2023
Dec 4, 2023

Harlan Iowa street scene — Like most rural communities, Harlan has been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Todd Valline, executive director of the Shelby County Chamber of Commerce & Industry, says the communities in his county continue to adapt to this most recent change in rural America.
Photo by Jeff DeYoung

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Rural communities in the heart of the U.S. are taking the initiative not only to stay alive but to thrive with the help of Marketing Hometown America (MHA).

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Reporter Kristen Sindelar has loved agriculture her entire life, coming from a diversified farm with three generations working side-by-side in northeastern Nebraska. Reach her at Kristen.Sindelar@midwestmessenger.com.