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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.

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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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