Town and Story

Main Street

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A split image showing a thriving small-town Main Street on one side and a distant, modern city skyline on the other, symbolizing the rural-urban economic divide.
Main Street News

Main Street's Uneven Evolution: Rural-Urban Divide

In May 2026, the overall Rural Mainstreet Index (RMI) dropped to 45.

Samuel Reed·June 19, 2026
A lively historic Main Street with preserved architecture, people enjoying shops and cafes, showcasing community and economic vitality.
Main Street News

Historic Main Street buildings drive community and economic vitality

In Goliad, Texas, over 1,600 volunteer hours in 2025 translated into more than $55,000 in economic value, a powerful engine behind historic Main Street revitalization.

Samuel Reed·June 16, 2026