I learned at the Alliant Energy Conference that Nevada, IA chose to become the county seat for Story County, giving neighboring Ames the second option….Iowa State University. You see, 100+ years ago a county seat was viewed as being more valuable. It was where everyone in the county came on a regular basis and generally was the center of commerce. Colleges were unproven.
I’ve heard similar stories in other states. If you have a similar story, please email me at jschultz@agracel.com.
I wonder how decisions that we are making in our towns today will be looked at in 100 years. Will they viewed as visionary, helping to transform our towns or will they be based upon the paradigms of the past?
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