Innovation is part of rural America’s DNA
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Ingenuity and entrepreneurship are integral to rural America; localized innovations address national issues like digitalization, affordable housing, and childcare; national metrics often overlook rural innovation; Chris Carnell of Codefi Works in Cape Girardeau, MO, expands the digital economy; Charlie Chupp of Fading West Development in Buena Vista, CO, tackles affordable housing with modular homes; Thania Hernandez opens a bilingual childcare center in Ellsworth, ME, through CEI’s Child Care Innovation Lab; rural innovators are crucial for community resilience and addressing local needs.

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https://www.brookings.edu/articles/innovation-is-part-of-rural-americas-dna/