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Smith Island, Maryland

Investing in Wastewater Infrastructure is Key to Preserving Smith Island, Maryland

For the people living on Smith Island, the water matters. But it’s about more than the beautiful views of the Chesapeake Bay from the picturesque island ten miles from the mainland. The multi‐generational residents depend on the surrounding Chesapeake Bay for their livelihoods. For many, crabbing, oystering, and ecotourism are what puts dollars in their bank accounts, and food on their tables. In rural communities…
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USDA funds for green house lighting

Local Employer Receives Funds to Save on Energy Costs

 Ace Begonias, Inc. located in Woodbridge, CT., was founded in 1976 using a rented 3000 sq. ft. antique facility. In 1980, with assistance from USDA’s Farmer's Home Administration, they purchased nearly two dozen acres in Bethany and Woodbridge and added a 17,000 sq. ft.… [Read More]
Energy

Local Potato Packager Expands in San Luis Valley

Colorado has a long, rich tradition of raising potatoes that dates back to the early 1880’s. Today, it is one of the top producing regions in the U.S., and the majority of the potatoes are grown in the San Luis Valley. While supporting a robust stock of producers, the San Luis… [Read More]
BusinessLocal FoodsSmall Business

Local, State, Federal Partnership Helps Homeowner

Debbie Wright, City Recorder for the Town of Big Sandy, set out with a goal earlier this year to find a way to help very low income homeowners in Big Sandy and the Benton County Area obtain affordable financing to complete necessary home repairs.  Mrs. Wright contacted Mary… [Read More]
Housing

Logan County Economic Development Council Exemplifies Economic Development

Like a well established tree, the Logan County Economic Development Council (LCEDC) has established deep roots and has branched out throughout their service area.  The Council was established by Logan County business leaders, for the purpose of providing professional economic… [Read More]
Economic Development
White Stone, Va.

Looking Forward in White Stone

Picturesque White Stone, Va., sits on a gateway to the state’s Northern Neck at the junction of the Rappahannock River and the Chesapeake Bay. It is a town with enormous economic potential, but in the center of town at The River Market during a recent lunchtime rush, owner Jim… [Read More]
Water
rural development mississippi, housing preservation grant, multi-family housing, usda

Making a House Feel Like a Home Again

Sometimes a new home is not what is needed, but repairs and renovations are simply sufficient to make a house feel like a home again. Ms. Mary Jane Hayman who is confined to a wheelchair has been living in the breakfast area of the kitchen of her home. She has been confined to… [Read More]
Home Repair

Mammoth Spring Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements

Outline Of Need: The City of Mammoth Spring is located in North Central Arkansas in Fulton County. They own and operate a public wastewater treatment facility. The City is positioned on a bluff overlooking the Spring River. The original wastewater treatment collection and… [Read More]
WastewaterWater

Math & Science Building Gives Students New Opportunities

Lincoln Memorial University (LMU), founded in 1897 as a living memorial to Abraham Lincoln, is striving to rewrite the narrative of Appalachia in the Cumberland Gap of rural Northeastern Tennessee.  LMU recognized a rapidly growing need to expand its math and science program to… [Read More]
Community FacilitiesEducation
Eastward Village Duplexes

McCook East Ward Village Apts. Vision Has Come A Reality

McCook, Nebraska experienced a shortage of affordable housing in their community especially for the elderly and handicapped. A group of citizens along with the McCook Housing Authority formed the East Ward Village, LLC. Plans were developed to convert the existing building and… [Read More]
Housing

Mid-State Provides Affordable Healthcare and Creates Jobs in New Venue

Mid-State Health opened a brand new 10,000 square-foot medical clinic in Bristol, New Hampshire in 2014 offering affordable healthcare services and career opportunities to some of the 21,000 rural residents of central New Hampshire. Mid-State Health has been an integral part of… [Read More]
Community Facilities

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