Remaking Nelsonville

Over the years, the economic health of Nelsonville, Ohio, has depended upon a few main industries. Coal mining, brick making, a power plant, Rocky Boots (now Rocky Outdoor Gear) -- each has played its part in supporting the town. In recent years, with no big industry to carry it, Nelsonville -- and its downtown -- has struggled. Over the past few years, a few local artists and merchants have tried to remake the town as an arts community. Although they have had some success, the present state of the economy has hindered their efforts to create a thriving public square.

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