# rural america (news sources) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover rural america. Page: Feed: --- ## [Wisconsin lawmaker Tom Tiffany’s long history of pro-extraction environmental policy](https://postindustrial.com/stories/tom-tiffanys-long-history-of-pro-extraction-environmental-policy/) _2026-08-27 · Henry Redman, Wisconsin Examiner · Postindustrial_ Since he was first elected, Wisconsin Republican U.S. Rep. Tiffany has focused on issues related to the environment and natural resources more than any other topic — often pushing policy in directions to explicitly benefit the interests of extractive industries such as mining and logging. As a state senator from 2013-2020, he sat on the … The post Wisconsin lawmaker Tom Tiffany’s long history of… ## [What’s new in Postindustrial America?](https://postindustrial.com/stories/whats-new-in-postindustrial-america-35/) _2026-08-26 · Postindustrial · Postindustrial_ Check out the latest news, features, opinions, and more from Appalachia, the Midwest, and other Postindustrial Communities. ASHEVILLE Asheville Council cancels Flock cameras, loosens zoning rules for smaller homes Blue Ridge Public Radio: Asheville City Council voted to end the city’s contract with automatic license plate reader provider Flock Safety, but it rejected calls for … The post What’s… ## [New tariffs on Canada heighten Michigan Democrats’ affordability attacks on Trump, GOP](https://postindustrial.com/stories/new-tariffs-on-canada-heighten-michigan-democrats-affordability-attacks-on-trump-gop/) _2026-08-26 · Katherine Dailey, Michigan Advance · Postindustrial_ Michigan Democrats are taking aim at a new round of tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump on Canada as talks between the two nations failed, with Michigan Democratic Party Chair Curtis Hertel saying the tariffs will “throw Michigan’s economy into chaos.” “Donald Trump has once again escalated his reckless trade war with Canada, allowing trade … The post New tariffs on Canada heighten Michigan… ## [Postindustrial Art: Erie museum to showcase one of our recent favorites](https://postindustrial.com/stories/postindustrial-art-erie-museum-will-showcase-one-of-our-recent-favorites/) _2026-08-26 · Postindustrial · Postindustrial_ Known for weaving complex narratives through recognizable images, Patricia Bellan-Gillen invites viewers to immerse themselves in layers of meaning and explore diverse storylines within each piece at a new show in Erie. Her art challenges the observer to delve deeper, provoking questions and inspiring a multitude of interpretations. Starting Sept. 3, the Erie Art Museum … The post Postindustrial… ## [Voices: Ohio lawmakers must prevent Kroger’s surveillance pricing scam](https://postindustrial.com/stories/ohio-lawmakers-must-prevent-krogers-surveillance-pricing-scam/) _2026-08-25 · Taylor Warren, Ohio Capital Journal · Postindustrial_ Kroger’s controversial customer surveillance scheme was recently the subject of harsh bipartisan criticism in Congress. Ohio lawmakers have an opportunity to join the nationwide effort to protect consumers from the Cincinnati company’s pricing program. Kroger was the literal poster child for bad corporate behavior at the U.S. Senate hearing called, “Your Data, Their Profit: The … The post Voices:… ## [Tennessee’s Dolly Parton dies at 80 after a life of music and giving](https://postindustrial.com/stories/tennessees-dolly-parton-dies-at-80-after-a-life-of-music-and-giving/) _2026-08-25 · Sam Stockard, Tennessee Lookout · Postindustrial_ Dolly Parton, the personification of Tennessee music, died at age 80 after decades of entertaining the world and giving back to children and adults alike. Parton’s nephew, Bryan Seaver, delivered the news of her death in a video for the family, sparking mourning from her birthplace of Locust Ridge in the mountains of East Tennessee … The post Tennessee’s Dolly Parton dies at 80 after a life of… ## [Voices: The real reasons Tennessee’s Marsha Blackburn won’t debate her opponents](https://postindustrial.com/stories/voices-the-real-reasons-tennessees-marsha-blackburn-wont-debate-her-opponents/) _2026-08-24 · Bruce Barry, Tennessee Lookout · Postindustrial_ Why was U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn unwilling to share a debate stage with her Republican primary opponents for governor, and why will she continue to duck debates with general election opponent Democrat Jerri Green this fall? The stock answer is that there’s no need. Why engage with opponents, campaign consultants will insist, when a front-runner … The post Voices: The real reasons Tennessee’s… ## [Postindustrial Art: A contemporary exploration of cyanotype photography in Pittsburgh](https://postindustrial.com/stories/postindustrial-art-a-contemporary-exploration-of-cyanotype-photography-in-pittsburgh/) _2026-08-24 · Postindustrial · Postindustrial_ A leading Western Pennsylvania arts organization is celebrating a group of creators who use a 19th-century precursor to modern photography. The Associated Artists of Pittsburgh (AAP) will unveil an innovative exhibition titled The Light Divides and the Story Multiplies, curated by Pittsburgh artist and AAP member Dan Hendrickson. Running from Aug. 29 to Oct. 30 … The post Postindustrial Art: A… ## [Voices: Michigan should get ahead of Voter ID](https://postindustrial.com/stories/voices-michigan-should-get-ahead-of-voter-id/) _2026-08-24 · Mark Yonkman · Postindustrial_ The data already exists, and Michigan can address over 90% of this issue at virtually no cost. There are barriers to voting. But let’s not let them stop real practical steps forward. When I was a foster home for children in the City of Detroit, I tried to help as many people as I could … The post Voices: Michigan should get ahead of Voter ID appeared first on Postindustrial . ## [A data center developer says it is committing to Kentucky governor’s requirements](https://postindustrial.com/stories/a-data-center-developer-says-it-is-committing-to-beshearsthe-governors-data-center-requirements/) _2026-08-23 · Liam Niemeyer, Kentucky Lantern · Postindustrial_ An investor-owned developer looking to build a hyperscale data center at an idled Hancock County aluminum smelter says it’s committing to the governor’s requirements to pay its share of taxes, follow environmental laws and “build a meaningful relationship” with the community. That’s according to an “energy plan” that TeraWulf filed before the state utility regulator … The post A data center… ## [Crush Every Threat in Real Time (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/xpQqPEUURpKm) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ One agent for real-time detection, exposure tracking, and active defense. ## [Postindustrial Art: The West Virginia man behind the music](https://postindustrial.com/stories/postindustrial-art-the-west-virginia-man-behind-the-music/) _2026-08-20 · CC Nichols · Postindustrial_ A hip-hop artist. An old-time fiddler. A metal guitarist. A first-time songwriter. Why would they all end up recording with the same producer? At first glance, it makes no sense. But at a small studio in North River Mills, West Virginia, it’s just another week. The answer has less to do with the music than … The post Postindustrial Art: The West Virginia man behind the music appeared first on… ## [Michigan’s Mike Rogers touts Democratic defectors as he seeks to exploit divisions over Abdul El-Sayed](https://postindustrial.com/stories/mike-rogers-touts-democratic-defectors-as-he-seeks-to-exploit-divisions-over-abdul-el-sayed/) _2026-08-20 · Ben Solis, Michigan Advance · Postindustrial_ Standing on the front lawn of a home in a Detroit neighborhood, Republican U.S. Senate nominee Mike Rogers brought together a group of Democrats who said they would vote for the former congressman instead of Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee. The coalition, known as “Democrats for Rogers,” currently consists of a small group that included … The post Michigan’s Mike Rogers touts Democratic… ## [Pennsylvania governor signs data center executive order. Critics say it falls short.](https://postindustrial.com/stories/gov-shapiro-signs-data-center-executive-order-critics-say-it-falls-short/) _2026-08-19 · Whitney Downard, Pennsylvania Capital-Star · Postindustrial_ Using fiery language and describing the companies’ “recklessly” pushing data centers as “greedy” and “predatory,” Gov. Josh Shapiro distanced himself from project developers after months of mounting pressure to take action. “Starting today, (artificial intelligence) data center developers who want to do business in our commonwealth must respect our communities and abide by these stringent … The… ## [Voices: We just canceled $1.2 million in medical debt in Cleveland](https://postindustrial.com/stories/voices-we-just-canceled-1-2-million-in-medical-debt-in-cleveland/) _2026-08-19 · Ethan Khorana · Postindustrial_ A new Postindustrial columnist and Cleveland-area activist recently announced that his organization helped cancel numerous residents’ crippling medical debt. There comes a breaking point where residents become tired, and I think we in Cleveland have all reached that point. We are tired of reckless government spending while our city is still the second poorest in … The post Voices: We just canceled… ## [Data centers become a focus as Wisconsin governor’s race takes off](https://postindustrial.com/stories/data-centers-become-a-focus-as-governors-race-takes-off/) _2026-08-18 · Baylor Spears, Wisconsin Examiner · Postindustrial_ Republican gubernatorial candidate U.S. Rep. Tom Tiffany began his general election campaign against Democratic nominee Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley by seeking to paint his opponent as a fan of data centers. Data centers have become a source of great concern for Wisconsin voters. Crowley’s Democratic primary opponent Francesca Hong made the issue central to … The post Data centers… ## [Weed Windfall: Federal legalization of marijuana could net more than $100 billion in tax revenue over the next decade](https://postindustrial.com/stories/weed-windfall-federal-legalization-of-marijuana-could-net-more-than-100-billion-in-tax-revenue-over-the-next-decade/) _2026-08-18 · Postindustrial · Postindustrial_ A recent report from Yale University highlights the potential financial windfall for our community that would accompany the federal legalization of marijuana in the United States. The report suggests that federal legalization could generate $57.9 billion over the next decade through an excise tax, with full legalization across all states potentially doubling this figure. But … The post Weed… ## [What’s new in Postindustrial America?](https://postindustrial.com/stories/whats-new-in-postindustrial-america-28/) _2026-08-18 · Postindustrial · Postindustrial_ Check out the latest news, features, opinions, and more from Appalachia, the Midwest, and other Postindustrial Communities. ASHEVILLE Women’s flag football is having a breakthrough year in North Carolina Blue Ridge Public Radio: Women’s flag football is having a banner year in North Carolina, with high school and college programs launching all over the state, … The post What’s new in… ## [Voices: Michigan’s health care boom is reshaping its economy — and its skyline](https://postindustrial.com/stories/michigans-health-care-boom-is-reshaping-its-economy-and-its-skyline/) _2026-08-18 · Rick Haglund, Michigan Advance · Postindustrial_ The Motor City has also become a medical hub, further showing how much Detroit and Michigan’s economies have changed in recent years. For seven decades, the massive, neoclassical General Motors Building served as the headquarters of what at one time was the world’s largest industrial corporation. Its legendary 14th floor was widely known throughout Detroit as a plush suite of impenetrable… ## [Postindustrial Art: “The Smithsonian used to import its poetry programs—from Pittsburgh”](https://postindustrial.com/stories/postindustrial-art-the-smithsonian-used-to-import-its-poetry-programs-from-pittsburgh/) _2026-08-17 · Jake Grefenstette · Postindustrial_ Over the years, Pittsburgh has been known for its industrial past and reimagining as a center for computer science, medicine, and more. But one constant across these eras has been poetry. If you live in the United States but have never visited the Smithsonian Institution, there is still a chance you have encountered its collections … The post Postindustrial Art: “The Smithsonian used to import its…