USA Today: OPINION From bust to Zoom, small towns are finding a new chance to thrive

Oct 7, 2026 | Press and Media

As I enter Anchor Coffee, I am greeted by the scent of freshly ground beans and the sound of mellow jazz.

Something special is happening is this small community in the foothills of Appalachia and in other smaller American communities that for years suffered as jobs evaporated and younger people moved away… read the full article.