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25 Sep 2023
Interested in Main Street America's Big City work? Follow @NatlMainStreet for all news and updates!
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31 Aug 2023
Neon signs once brightened Main Streets from coast to coast; today, they face many preservation issues. What can Main Streets do to protect their neon heritage? Read here: bit.ly/3qIY5Xb
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17 Aug 2023
Have you heard? In the first episode of the Main Street Business Insights podcast, Matt sat down with Amber Lambke @MaineGrains to talk about how a business can build community and spur economic growth. Learn more and listen > bit.ly/3YCZCdM
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Farmers markets are the engines of local food systems. They can be tools to reduce hunger and increase access to fresh produce. Learn how @RosMainStreet uses their market to support small farms and build a healthier community > bit.ly/3rYl40x
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26 Jul 2023
Research has found that over half the walkways in our cities have accessibility barriers. Main Streets can play a key role in removing these barriers and increasing access in our communities. Learn more in our People-First Transportation Toolkit > bit.ly/3rObddu
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19 Jul 2023
Have you considered bringing e-scooters to your downtown? Main Street Waterloo shared their tips for success. Learn how to navigate public opinion, gather stakeholder input, and maintain a positive community experience. Read here > bit.ly/44wh59P
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14 Jul 2023
Our hearts go out to the Vermont communities impacted by the recent catastrophic flooding events. If you are able to help, please consider donating to the Vermont Main Street Flood Recovery Fund. Donate here > bit.ly/44IeXeV
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13 Jul 2023
The world is experiencing record-breaking heat, making outdoor cooling measures increasingly important. From shade to water access, Main Street Design can play a critical role in cooling your community > bit.ly/3KfYl6D
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19 Jun 2023
"Those kids that care – they are out there. They just need someone to give them the energy to use their passions." Learn how to set up a youth board in your Main Street > bit.ly/3CtGe8R
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14 Jun 2023
Main Street small businesses are strong 💪 💪 💪 Learn more about how our small business owners are feeling this year > bit.ly/43wsF3W
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12 Jun 2023
Main Street small business owners are feeling confident! The average confidence level this year was 7.7, and more than half reported a very high confidence level Keep up the great work! Read the rest of the small business survey results here > bit.ly/3J0qUEn
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We are teaming up with Grow with Google to help business owners in small towns gain new skills through local Digital Coaches. Learn more and meet the coaches here: bit.ly/3MW4xlU #GrowWithGoogle
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25 May 2023
"Our community is diverse, and (at our best) we embrace the diversity of other communities." Josh Parshall @TheISJL shares some reflections on the Jewish history that you can find in your community and ways you can support and engage Jewish Americans > bit.ly/43h6XkV
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19 May 2023
Little Santo Domingo is the heart of one of Miami's oldest neighborhoods and has been designated as one of America's #11Most Endangered Historic Places. @allapattahcdc is responding to threats of displacement with holistic, community-centered initiatives: bit.ly/41HNBn9
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16 May 2023
Come work with us! We are looking for a Director of Governmental Finance and Grants to support our growing roster of exciting programs. If you have experience with budgeting, financial reporting, and grant management, we want to hear from you. Learn more: bit.ly/3o9DrOE
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An American Girl doll from @MetuchenNow? Meet Kavi, the first Indian American Girl of the Year doll and learn how Metuchen celebrated their Indian American heritage. Read here > bit.ly/3NurdKu #AAPIHeritageMonth
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The numbers are in! We are very excited to announce the reinvestment impact of local programs for 2022 and the designated Main Street America communities for 2023. Learn more: bit.ly/41TprH6
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25 Apr 2023
Achieve your district's redevelopment goals with Historic Real Estate Finance Certification! With the generous support of The 1772 Foundation, we are excited to partner with the National Development Council to offer this course. Learn more and register > mainstreet.org/historicreale…

ALT Historic Real Estate Finance Certification Series: June 5-6 and September 11-15.

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14 Apr 2023
This week is National Community Development Week! Community Development Block Grants are powerful tools for Main Street programs. Learn more about how CDBG's can be applied to our work and how you can advocate for the program > bit.ly/3GFvExY
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10 Apr 2023
NMSC/MSA was awarded $5.9 million to support 20 communities in the Main Streets Community of Practice through the Department of Transportation's Thriving Communities Program over the next two years! Learn more: bit.ly/417Tpqj.
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