0 1 min 4 weeks
She votes for herself, becomes mayor and approves her own liquor licence: Inside America’s town of one
N Shorts
She votes for herself, becomes mayor and approves her own liquor licence: Inside America’s town of one
Monowi, Nebraska, is a unique village with only one resident, Elsie Eiler. She holds all governmental roles, from mayor to clerk. Eiler ensures the town remains incorporated by filing necessary paperwork and running the local tavern. This solitary governance highlights rural depopulation trends across America. Monowi's continued existence depends on her dedication to civic duty.

Technically enhanced content presented under fair use in public-interest journalism.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.