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Matt Hildreth

Matt Hildreth is the Executive Director of RuralOrganizing.org. He grew up on a small farm in eastern South Dakota and is a graduate of Bethel University in St. Paul, Minnesota where he studied Philosophy and Communications. He earned a Master’s Degree in Strategic Communication from the University of Iowa and holds an Executive Education Certificate from Harvard University’s Leadership, Organizing and Action program.

Country music icon Dolly Parton releases tribute song for her late husband

Dolly Parton has released a touching new single called "If You Hadn't Been There" to honor her husband, Carl Dean, who recently passed away...

Rhiannon Giddens and Justin Robinson release new single, announce new album

The old-time country music world is abuzz with the release of "Marching Jaybird," an instrumental single by acclaimed musicians Rhiannon Giddens and Justin Robinson....

U.S. Forest Service Faces Significant Layoffs Amid Rising Wildfire Risks and Budget Cuts

In a concerning development for environmental management and public safety, the U.S. Forest Service has undertaken a sweeping layoff process, eliminating nearly 3,400 positions...

Canadian Country Folk Singer-Songwriter Richard Inman Releases New Single “Gone”

Canadian Country Folk Singer-Songwriter Richard Inman has released his new single, "Gone," a heartfelt and introspective track that showcases his rich baritone voice and...

Buck Owens and His Buckaroos’ Earliest Known Full Concert Recording to Be Released on Vinyl

This week, Omnivore Recordings announced the release of The Exciting Sounds of Buck Owens And His Buckaroos Live From Richmond, Virgina, 1964 on March...

Wyatt Flores releases new single and announces new live album

With the recent release of a new single and the announcement of a new live album, a fresh voice is carving out a distinct...

Iron & Wine to kick off new performance series celebrating North Carolina Music

PBS North Carolina has announced the highly anticipated launch of its original music performance series, "Shaped by Sound," set to premiere on Thursday, February...

Bald eagle officially declared national bird of the United States

In a significant decision celebrated by wildlife advocates and citizens nationwide, the bald eagle has officially been designated as the national bird of the...

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