WTVP’s ongoing, locally produced public
affairs program. Hosted by series producer H Wayne Wilson, this weekly show
provides an in-depth, up-to-the-minute exploration of issues that are
important to the people of Central Illinois.
Colleen Callahan - Illinois Director, USDA Rural Development
Marvin Watters - Alpha Village President
#2402 "Viability of Rural Life"
Program Video
Viability of Rural Life
Episode #2402
With America's rural population now at its lowest level, just 16%, and with school consolidations and possible post office closings, this show will explore the methods small towns are using to maintain their economic viability and population. They must do this while one source of funding for municipal projects, USDA Rural Development, provides shrinking funds.
Original Air Date(s): 9/8/2011
Guest Information
Colleen Callahan - Illinois Director, USDA Rural Development