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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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Downtown businesses receive AL Spark Grant to assist with marketing

Main Street Scottsboro is at it again! The organization recently announced the five local businesses receiving its Illuminate marketing grant through the AL Spark initiative. The goal of the program is dedicated to stimulating small businesses and ensuring our Alabama communities thrive while also keeping their authentic identities intact. I'd say we're off to an incredible start, thanks to the work of these organizations making the most of Main Street Alabama's partnership with the Small Business Administration.

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The economic development team: 'It takes us all working together'

What to know the secret to downtown revitalization? Synergy! When different entities and their respective leaders all work to accomplish a common community goal, success happens!! A great example of this is what's happening through partnerships in downtown Decatur and Morgan County. Check out the link to learn announcements of several new businesses and economic expansion.

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