Max Green’s childhood in Cumberland was marked by reminders of the past. With declining opportunities, he and others left for better prospects but returning home became viable after remote work increased.
The COVID-19 pandemic transformed remote work policies, offering new life to underpopulated towns like Cumberland, shifting perceptions about where and how we work.
Cumberland used to be thriving, known as Maryland’s 'Queen City,' but economic shifts in the 1970s led to its decline as jobs left for cheaper costs elsewhere.
Cumberland Mayor Ray Morriss remarked on the landscape of Appalachia, emphasizing how the region historically shaped the employment opportunities available based on location.
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