In 2026, many people still choose to wear masks and keep distance in public. One senior citizen from Vermont explains why he keeps these habits even after the pandemic’s peak. He lives alone on a spacious plot of land, surrounded by forests and mountains, with his dog Dodger and rescued cat Solstice
For years, the Central Coast’s ranch and winery properties were seen as retirement dreams or weekend getaways for a small group of buyers. But something changed during the pandemic. Remote work gave people the freedom to leave crowded cities behind. What started as a temporary escape turned into a p
In the remote town of Eagle, Alaska, a family of six swapped city life for a quieter, more self-sufficient existence. Olivia Jones and her family moved from St. Louis, Missouri, to this tiny community of about 100 people, nestled near the Canadian Yukon border. Their journey began when Olivia's husb
Lynnette Elser from Tennessee never expected to make Italy her home. She originally planned to buy a house in Latronico, a small Italian village, as a vacation spot. But everything changed when she noticed her son Kenny, who has severe respiratory issues, could suddenly breathe easily. Kenny, who i
Life can throw curveballs, and sometimes those curveballs lead to unexpected adventures. For one family, turning 40 sparked a big change. They swapped city life for a rural town, and guess what? They haven't looked back since. The big city had been their home for 18 years. Great schools, awesome re
In today's world, the quality of rural living environments is a big deal, not just for China but globally. It's tied to how well the regional economy is doing. So, understanding what makes rural residents take part in making their environment better is key. This study used two theories: what we plan
