This issue we are featuring the winners of the 2011-2012 RuralVoices Youth Contest. Congratulations to the following:

Aspen Davis, Beloit High School, Written Essay

Jennifer Kruse, Hanover High School, Video Entry

For more about the contest, click here.

2011-2012 Rural Voices Essay Winner

Creating a Culture for Entrepreneurs
By Aspen Davis
Beloit High School

Creating a culture for entrepreneurs is vital to the health of rural communities. In order for communities to thrive, they need to have a solid foundation of business to attract and retain people in the community. The businesses in a community serve to create jobs, attract residents, and increase the economic base of the community by drawing regional shoppers. Growth in businesses is a core component of population growth in an area.

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2011-2012 Rural Voices Video Winner

Entrepreneurship in Rural Kansas
By Jennifer Kruse
Hanover High School

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