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Pushed From the U.S., They Find Hope in Mexico's ‘Silicon Valley'

David Luhnow

March 01, 2018 |

Wall Street Journal |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: Mexico, Mexico City

Hola Code Academy, a non-profit based in Mexico City, is building "Mexico's Silicon Valley." Targeting English-speaking students who have recently been deported from the United States, the startup offers free, intensive programming classes and has attracted the attention of recruiters at U.S. software companies with offices in Mexico. "Now, they are getting a second shot at the American dream - in Mexico," WSJ's David Luhnow writes.

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On Drug Pricing, States Step In Where Washington Fails

Fran Quigley

February 27, 2018 |

The New York Times |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Washington, District of Columbia

Large pharmaceutical companies may be in trouble as state legislatures nationwide are passing laws that force big pharma to be more transparent about their prices, and forcing the utilization of generic alternatives under Medicaid coverage. Additionally, some states are pushing to allow patients to order the prescriptions they need from companies in Canada who are willing to sell the same drugs at a much lower cost to the consumer. These policies encourage free-market competition that may lower the cost of life-saving medications in the near future.

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The Mountain

Jacqueline Sofia Hebah Fisher Razan Alzayani Lilly Crown

February 27, 2018 |

Kerning Cultures |

Podcast |

Over 15 Minutes

Response Location: Tunisia, Jbel Samamma, Kasserine Governorate

When unemployment is high and hope is low, violent extremist groups around the world attract recruits who are searching for support and a sense of life purpose. In Tunisia, efforts to counter the pull of these groups are increasingly inspired by the peacemaking roles that women can play. Workshops are helping mothers guide their children away from violent extremism, and near Jbel Samamma, a mountain that has become a top hideout for extremists, a new community center is offering arts and cultural activities while working to link the local economy to larger business and tourism markets.

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How a Liverpool suburb upended its housing market

Aditya Chakrabortty

February 14, 2018 |

The Guardian |

Podcast |

Over 15 Minutes

Response Location: England, Liverpool

To combat neighborhood neglect, a group of community members in Granby, a Liverpool neighborhood, took matters into their own hands by creating a community land trust. The land trust raised funds to reconstruct homes in a unique, sustainable way, and the trust protects housing rates by keeping rates in line with median income of the surrounding area.

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When a town wants to grow — but not too quickly

Lewis Kendall

February 08, 2018 |

Bozeman Daily Chronicle |

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Over 3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Three Forks, Montana

The town of Three Forks, Montana has managed to grow at a steady, manageable pace, relying on multiple economic drivers to keep the community afloat while other towns nearby have suffered from over-reliance on the coal and railroad industries. Town leaders learned from the downfall of the railroad boom, investing in businesses processing cement, wheat, and more to maintain economic diversification.

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The Hydroponics Revolution

Sam Judah

February 06, 2018 |

BBC |

Radio |

Over 15 Minutes

Response Location: England, London

Hydroponics works by growing plants in water without soil, fields or farms. Across the globe, this method is already being implemented as a more cost-effective way of growing food. Farmers and scientists are debating whether it will be the method of farming in the future.

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Through boom or bust, Oregon small town rides theme to maintain identity

Katheryn Houghton

February 04, 2018 |

Bozeman Daily Chronicle |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States, Sisters, Oregon

The small town of Sisters, Oregon seemed doomed to being a bedroom community, a place where people lived but worked elsewhere, until the town tried something new. Developers found a creative way to work with the town to help it grow. They intentionally created a tourism industry in Sisters, and by creating western-themed decor and building up tourist sites, Sisters has grown substantially while still retaining its small-town charm.

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Can Food Hubs Scale Nationally and Stay True to the Cause?

Lisa Held

January 31, 2018 |

Civil Eats |

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1500-3000 Words

Response Location: United States, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

The Common Market in Philadelphia is an example of a thriving food hub. A 2017 study showed there are at least 360 active food hubs in America that are helping small farmers sell their produce while helping people access healthy food. Now that the model has been proven at a local level, it remains to be seen whether these food hubs will have success with national expansion, though the Common Market is demonstrating success in three markets already.

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It turns out vodka and icy roads can be a good mix

Matt Rocheleau

January 30, 2018 |

The Boston Globe |

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800-1500 Words

Response Location: United States

Although alcohol and driving don't typically go hand-in-hand, researchers found one way to successfully and safely combine the two. By taking the by-products of the distilling process and combining them with the typical road salt that is used to help melt snow during winter conditions, these researchers created a super mixture which enhances the capabilities of melting the ice.

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Home at the Headwaters: After recovering from the loss of its founding industry, Three Forks looks to continue bucking the trend of small town Montana

Lewis Kendall

January 28, 2018 |

Bozeman Daily Chronicle |

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Response Location: United States, Three Forks, Montana

Unlike many other small Montana towns, the community of Three Forks has managed to humbly thrive by investing in several economic drivers rather than rely solely on the railroad as its only large employer. With booming talc and cement plants as well as new entrepreneurial spirit, Three Forks remains steady and continues to renovate for tourists and town-folk alike.

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