Report for America
Heart’s Pursuit Ranch Offers Horse Powered Healing
Sarah Hanson, founded Heart’s Pursuit Ranch, which pairs individuals and horses together to help folks deal with anything from trauma to self-confidence.
Drink Green Juice, Save a Donkey
Zen Donkey Farms is an organic juice company in the Kansas City area that uses proceeds to support a donkey rescue and animal-assisted therapy nonprofit.
Missouri Cattle Producers Slash Herds Amid Worsening Drought
The worsening drought in Missouri is forcing livestock producers to sell off their cattle herds, decisions that will be felt at the supermarket cash register.
Rural Rebirth: The Art of Being Atchison
Atchison has enough historical attractions that put it — and keep it — on the map. But the people of this rustic river town want more for their community.
Rural Rebirth: Excelsior Springs, Eternally
Excelsior Springs faced the same fate as many rural towns, declining population and vacant downtown buildings. But that didn’t happen. Here’s its rural rebirth.