The mountain states of America hold within them some of the fastest growing towns in the country. Here they are.

Missoula is one of Montana’s largest cities but is surrounded by rural mountain communities, where cattle ranching is king. Despite the latitude and altitude, in recent years, this region has ...

As my partner neared retirement, we left the Denver suburbs and moved close to the Rocky Mountains. We underestimated what it's like to live full-time in a place that's quite rural. Given our location ...

When the Federal Reserve convenes at the end of January 2023 to set interest rates, it will be guided by one key bit of data: the U.S. inflation rate. The problem is, that stat ignores a sizable chunk ...

Growing up in western North Carolina, in the Qualla Boundary—often referred to as the Cherokee Indian Reservation— was much like growing up in any small, rural mountain town. We learned to love ...

Rural living not only tends to be more affordable than city life, but it’s usually located near a bounty of natural beauty. It’s no wonder that more seniors are choosing to retire in the country.

Medicaid cuts are being blamed for the closure of a community health center in New Hampshire's White Mountains. This leaves ...

A new study looking at hearing loss finds that it's greater among people living in rural areas. NPR's Ayesha Rascoe talks with audiologist Nicholas Reed, who co-authored the study. How's your hearing?

Shuangfeng Village showcases Tujia stilted houses, living heritage, and revitalized tourism blending culture, nature, and community.Beijing, China, Nov. 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- China's ...