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What the UrbanMain program might mean for Alabama

Main Street Alabama has been an economic engine for the state since 2009, revitalizing downtown districts throughout the state. But a new national pilot program offered through the organization may bring hope to urban centers.

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Main Street Alabama announces newly Designated Community and launches urban program for 2017

BIRMINGHAM- Marion has been selected to join the ranks of 20 other cities across the state as a Designated Main Street Community concentrating on revitalizing their historic commercial districts. Through a rigorous five-month application process the community has proven consensus, capacity and the community engagement necessary to launch and sustain a Main Street program.For Immediate Release - June 1, 2017

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al.com- Business News Main Street Alabama selects new city, launches urban concept

BY WILLIAM THORNTON wthornton@al.com Main Street Alabama has selected Marion as its newest Designated Main Street community for commercial revitalization of its historic district.

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Missouri Preservation conference focuses on revitalizing historic Main Streets

HANNIBAL, Mo. -- Downtown Main Streets are an important component of any historic downtown, and the Missouri Alliance for Historic Preservation conference guests and speakers are well aware of it.

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Main Street America releases State of Main

Welcome to the inaugural edition of State of Main, the annual publication of Main Street America! Serving as both an annual report and an industry journal, State of Main provides a detailed look back on all that we have accomplished together this year, as well as a platform to explore cutting edge ideas and trends in the commercial district revitalization field.

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