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Exiled in Alabama

The French connection to Demopolis, one of our designated Main Street Alabama communities, is truly remarkable. But knowledge of its history was limited until a recent development by a French historian and author now residing in the city as he unearths its fascinating story! You won't believe it unless you read it, and we are thrilled to share this article by Tuscaloosa News.

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New park in Scottsboro will level up downtown by bringing live music + more

We have a feeling you'll like these pink hard hats as much as we do! But the best part is the news about Two Sisters Square - a new green space coming to downtown Scottsboro. Read more at the link and learn how this impactful development will bring even more vibrancy to this charming downtown.

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Florence city leaders approve plan for new hotel downtown

Like music to our ears! Now that city leaders in Florence approved an incentive deal for the Reverb Hotel by Hard Rock, the community is getting closer and closer to having this exciting hotel built in its downtown area. By utilizing the Sweet Home Alabama Tourism Investment Act funding, private and public partnerships make the most of Florence's potential.

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Limestone County Career Technical Center students plant flowers in downtown Athens

Did you know April is National Volunteer Month? And it looks like downtown Athens, a designated Main Street Alabama community, is seriously getting into the spirit of volunteerism. Check out this feel-good article about how local Athens students are making their community bloom!

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