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‘Brain gain’ in rural America, and who is behind it

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Rural communities are gaining residents mainly above the age of 35. 40-60% of all kids end up leaving their hometown. Ryan Haley graduated from Montezuma-Cortez High School in 2011 and headed to Grand Junction for college. Emily Spahn moved to Denver because she wanted to move to a place where the outdoors was more accessible.

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‘Brain gain’ in rural America, and who is behind it

For many people, leaving a rural place is a rite of passage. From higher education to looking for love, many think they have to leave to pursue the rest of their lives. The narrative contributes to th...

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