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Economic Development and Developers in the News #123

Econ dev news from 75 economic development executives and organizations in 17 states.

Dane Carlson
Dane Carlson
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Economic Development and Developers in the News #123

Welcome to the 122st weekly edition of Economic Development and Developers in the News.

Today's issue contains news from 75 economic development executives and organizations in 17 states.

If this is your first time reading: Hello!

The Econ Dev Show is a podcastweekday email newsletter, and blog of actionable strategies, fresh news, insights, and ideas from the economic development community and your host, Dane Carlson.

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