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Economic Development and Developers in the News # 174

Econ dev news from 37 economic development executives and organizations in 21 states.

Dane Carlson
Dane Carlson
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Economic Development and Developers in the News # 174

Welcome to the 174th weekly edition of Economic Development and Developers in the News.

Today's issue contains news from 37 economic development executives and organizations in 21 states.

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Alabama

Atmore received a $703,000 grant from the Site Evaluation and Economic Development Strategy program to purchase land and enhance the Atmore Industrial Park, aiming to attract businesses and stimulate local economic growth in rural areas.

Arizona

The Maricopa County Industrial Development Authority has invested $500,000 in Sustainable Home Improvement Loans of Arizona to provide affordable financing for energy-efficient home improvements, aiding low- and moderate-income homeowners.

California

Nandi Cola-Loggins has been appointed as the new Community Engagement Manager for Solano Economic Development.

Laura E. James has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Coachella Valley Economic Partnership.


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