What Happens After a Prison Shuts Down? A Report from Rural Craigsville, Virginia -
laura flanders & friends

The Augusta Correctional Center employed many residents and brought business to Craigsville, Virginia, a two square-mile, 900-person town in the Shenandoah Valley. But when the prison closed with minimal warning, Craigsville residents and the town's economy were hit hard. Join us as we envision the future of Craigsville and investigate how decarcerating the economy can become a win for all.

Duration: 26 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 304

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THE LAURA FLANDERS SHOW is back with more award-winning interviews and investigative reporting on the people and movements driving positive systemic change in our world today.

Hosted by multi-media reporter and author Laura Flanders, the series features smart, solutions-driven conversations with forward-thinking people, including Rep.

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