A short history of Appalachia’s model towns and what they tell us for the future

This article explores the history of planned communities in Appalachia, examining how past projects like U.S. Steel's Lynch, Tennessee Valley Authority's Norris, and Eleanor Roosevelt's Arthurdale have influenced the current proposal for a new city, Telosa, by e-commerce billionaire Marc Lore. The article highlights the successes and failures of these past projects, emphasizing the importance of land ownership and community control in sustainable development. It questions whether Telosa, with its focus on technology and equity, can avoid the pitfalls of past projects and truly benefit the local communities.