Listen "S3E5 How Ord, Nebraska's hospital injects vitality into this rural town on the edge of the Sandhills"
Episode Synopsis
Through community-driven investments in health care, economic development, and civic leadership, the town of Ord, Nebraska, stands as a model for rural renewal. A modern hospital with state-of-the-art features has helped to attract and retain residents, and a local sales tax fund has provided resources to finance projects that have made Ord's business community vibrant. Exceptional among many neighboring towns across the prairie, Ord has a vibrant civic culture and economic future. Also, see Tony's interview with Tyler Malone on the role of rural hospitals in sustaining community health and development. Episode transcript and show notes. Reimagine Rural is part of the Brookings Podcast Network. Subscribe and listen wherever you listen to podcasts. Send feedback to [email protected].
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