Buffalo is not the only Rust Belt city on the rise. After years of being labeled as a city with roads lead to nowhere, many are beginning to wake up to the reality that people actually want to live in Buffalo and other Rust Belt cities. And by live, I mean enjoy their lives, whether it’s to raise a family, work less and create more, or simply have a backyard and a dog.
In the end, the battle is nowhere near over, but Rust Belt cities such as Buffalo are finding their niches and recreating their brands to suit their wants and needs. To find out what the “bread and butter” for Rust Belt cities is, take a look at this fascinating article in The Daily Beast. You will find that the Rust Belt is certainly not for everyone, but for the lucky few it can be a slice of heaven.