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Oxford enjoys official acceptance into Main Street Alabama program

OXFORD — The steps in front of Oxford’s performing arts center was a fitting setting to officially announce the city’s participation in a program meant to spur downtown revitalization.

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'Getting better all the time.' Decatur ready to embark on Alabama downtown revitalization effort

DECATUR, Alabama – In the wake of an announcement that Decatur is one of three Alabama cities included in a statewide downtown revitalization initiative, Mellow Mushroom bartender Jason Sharp expressed excitement.

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Oxford selected as a Main Street Alabama city

Downtown Oxford may look different in years to come, as the city was selected Monday as part of a statewide program meant to spur downtown revitalization. “We’re thrilled. We think it’s going to be a real economic boost to our downtown area,” said Oxford City Councilwoman Charlotte Hubbard.

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National Main Street Center's Story of the Week features Main Street Alabama

A reinvigorated Main Street marks a milestone this month in Alabama. It is completing the first year of staffed operations, ending on a high note with the addition of three new designated Main Street communities. They join ten existing communities that have embraced the demands and benefits of a more rigorous, outcome-focused program that is the hallmark of Main Street Alabama.

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Monroeville ready to revitalize city center, boost profitability, maximize space as a Main Street Alabama community

MONROEVILLE, Alabama – Monroeville has set its sights on downtown revitalization, and with its recent designation as one of the state's three newest Main Street Alabama communities, the transformation has already begun.

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