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Downtown Birmingham continues to grow; food and beverage scene booming

"Through each report, we strive to empower Birmingham's stakeholders and visionaries with valuable insights to guide data-driven decisions for a stronger downtown," said David Fleming, President and CEO, REV Birmingham. We want to give a shout out to Bham Now for not only pointing out REV's recent Downtown Birmingham Economic Vitality Report, but also laying out some key takeaways from it.

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Stay overnight at renovated historic jail in hometown of legendary Alabama authors

The Literary Capital of Alabama has found a new and captivating way to immerse visitors in its history-this time by throwing them in jail! With notables like Harper Lee and Truman Capote once calling this small town home, the town's fame only continues to grow, and by renovating a 19th century jail into delightful lodging options, community partnerships are making way for more visitors to enjoy its beloved spaces.

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Community leaders from across the state in Foley for Main Street Alabama Conference

Yesterday, Main Street Alabama hosted a vibrant workshop on the Economics of Historic Preservation! From revitalizing our charming buildings to boosting local economies, participants explored how preserving our history can shape a bright future.

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LaFayette Receives Multiple Grants Through Main Street AL Initaitive

Whew! LaFayette Main Street has been busy!! Not only has the organization awarded five businesses an Illuminate marketing grant, six businesses have also received grants through its Bright Ideas business pitch competition. As if that weren't enough, the designated Main Street program was recently chosen to participate in the Main Street America and Forward Cities initiative "E3 in Rural Communities," which included additional grant opportunities for five local businesses.

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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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