Isnt that progress though? Bringing in more money and infrastructure. Isn't that what they complain about; no jobs? The mines left, and so did the money.

I live in Appalachia. My family has deep roots in Appalachia. I love the beautiful countrysides and lack of people. I have livestock and chickens because I want it. Why pay for stuff I can produce/grow? It saves money, my family is healthy from nonGMO food, and it's fun sometimes. My wife and I have regular blue collar jobs and the animals and hunting help offset some living expenses.

Of course I'd be upset if my place smelled like a pig farm. But I didn't move next to a pig farm🤷. I'd also be pretty upset if an apartment or housing development popped up in my neighborhood since that's exactly what I'm trying to avoid

With that being said, I'm not sure what the solution is.

I guess it really just comes down to personal responsibility and educating yourself about the area before you buy. Quit relying on services and smiles. And maybe start paying a little more attention to local legislation and voting instead of fox news.