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Inspiring Small Town Story of the Day

Posted on January 15, 2008 by

It’s been a little over a year since 17-year-old Nick Graham reopened the sole grocery store in downtown Truman, Minnesota. Wait a minute. 17?? Yep. Read all about it here. He’s not the stock boy; he’s the owner. (Photo by … Continue reading →

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Among The Reasons I Like James Howard Kunstler

Posted on October 2, 2007 by

He says stuff like this: “It’s not OK to put up buildings that are unworthy of our affection.” “People who are capable of generating hope are people who know the difference between wishing for stuff and making stuff happen.” Hear … Continue reading →

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Mason’s: Plan B

Posted on August 3, 2007 by

Given the possibility that our beloved local Mason’s building may never see brighter days–it has sat mostly empty for the last decade, after all–Cory and I have been trying to think of outside-the-box ideas for what could stand in its … Continue reading →

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Where All The Lights Should Be Bright: Part II

Posted on June 9, 2007 by

Economic development is a hot topic in Madison. In fact, the governor just named our fair town “Large Community of the Year” (um, that’s “large” in South Dakota terms—Madison’s population is 6,500!) primarily because of funds raised by the economic … Continue reading →

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Where All The Lights Should Be Bright

Posted on May 21, 2007 by

Mr. Prairie Roots has referred to some posts I have brewing about downtowns (especially small towns’ downtowns) and how vital they are to communities. First, though, I’ll talk about this place, the old Masonic Temple, most commonly known around town … Continue reading →

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