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Community leaders from across the state in Foley for Main Street Alabama Conference

Yesterday, Main Street Alabama hosted a vibrant workshop on the Economics of Historic Preservation! From revitalizing our charming buildings to boosting local economies, participants explored how preserving our history can shape a bright future.

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LaFayette Receives Multiple Grants Through Main Street AL Initaitive

Whew! LaFayette Main Street has been busy!! Not only has the organization awarded five businesses an Illuminate marketing grant, six businesses have also received grants through its Bright Ideas business pitch competition. As if that weren't enough, the designated Main Street program was recently chosen to participate in the Main Street America and Forward Cities initiative "E3 in Rural Communities," which included additional grant opportunities for five local businesses.

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Spotlight on Shelby County: Movers & Shapers

Congrats to Calera Main Street Executive Director Jackie Batson for being selected as a "Mover & Shaper" in the current issue of Business Alabama magazine. We know how hard she's working to keep the revitalization efforts of her downtown community moving forward, and we're glad Business Alabama recognizes it, too!

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Road Trip to Wetumpka, Alabama

If this weather has you gearing up for a road trip, enjoy this firsthand account by this writer for the Lawrence County Advocate newspaper, who recently made the most of his trip to Wetumpka's historic downtown!

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Athens continuing to rebuild two months after tornado

It's been two months since the Athens community experienced a devastating tornado in its downtown. But considering the incredible volunteer response immediately after the destruction, it's no surprise local businesses are continuing to rebuild and move forward. See for yourself what some of those affected by the tornado have to say about Athens' resiliency and progress in the aftermath.

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