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Five downtown Gadsden businesses get $1,000 Main Street Alabama grants

We can't keep up with the progress of our designated communities making big things happen with AL Spark! We are thrilled to learn Alabama Gift Company, Back Forty Beer Company, King's Olive Oil, Mater's Pizza, and The Stone Market are making the most of this program through Downtown Gadsden Inc. Keep up the good work!

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Economy Woodlawn United, REV Set Sights on First Avenue South Lot for Woodlawn Redevelopment

Exciting plans are underway to develop a mixed-use property with residential and commercial uses, all convenient to the bus rapid transit station. Don't you love it when efficiency, design and community all come together?

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Centreville Main Street Introduces Implementation of Alabama Spark

Did you hear the news? Five businesses in Centreville received marketing grants, thanks to AL Spark, powered by Main Street Alabama and the Small Business Administration. Congrats to J&S Drugs, Centreville Press, Top Line of Alabama, G&H Building Supply, and Rugged Boutique-we can't wait to see your success!

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Main Street announces facade grants

You only get one chance to make a first impression! A new awning, updated windows, lighting, paint jobs or even power washing can make all the difference when it comes to the "curb" appeal of storefronts, and now downtown businesses in Russellville have an opportunity to get facades grants upwards of $2,500, thanks to its Main Street program! Read more at the link.

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Community Spotlight: Main Street Enterprise Makes the Case for Volunteer Investment

Way to represent, Main Street Enterprise! The designated Main Street Alabama organization was recently recognized for its volunteer programs by Main Street America. Visit the link for all the info-or to get your own community inspiration!

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