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Signals in the Smoke: Reading Early Signs of Renewal in the Foothills Corridor
Read Chapter 6 – Signals in the Smoke
Chapter 6 of The Foothills Corridor explores how weak, faint, and woo signals reveal a region quietly testing the waters of renewal. From grassroots food hubs to trail networks and new training programs, these early indicators show communities experimenting with ways to rise after decades of decline. The question is whether local leaders and citizens can connect these sparks into a larger transformation.
Foothills Corridor regional renewal
Woo, faint, and weak signals of change
Community-led innovation in Western NC
Economic and cultural resilience after decline
Local food hubs, broadband, and workforce training
Trails, walkability, and civic infrastructure
Signal-tracking as a strategy for regional development
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