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Regional Cities Initiative Project Launched In South Bend

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The initial work will provide needed renovations and address infrastructure issues related to the historic site, which has remained largely vacant since Studebaker ceased auto production in South Bend in 1963. An illustration shows what the former Studebaker assembly plant will look after the renovation.

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STATE FOCUS: Florida – Let The Sun Shine

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According to the Florida & Metro Forecast 2013–2016 , published in April by the Institute for Economic Competitiveness (College of Business Administration, University of Central Florida), Florida’s economic future also looks bright. percent in 2016. percent by the end of 2016. percent during 2013 to 2016. percent).”.

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The Travel & Tourism Game

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billion) and Retail ($109.6 percent over 2016’s figure, and direct taxes from commercial gaming passed the $9 billion mark. Three new properties opened in New York state, one in Kansas and others began or completed major renovations or expansions in 2017. Total domestic and international inbound traveler spending in the U.S.

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Heroic Efforts In California

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By the BF Staff From the January/February 2016 Issue. Renovate America partners with cities and counties to provide financing solutions that help save energy, lower utility bills, reduce emissions, create new jobs and increase property values. McNeill, CEO of Renovate America.

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Illinois: Unveiling the Future of Digital Design and Manufacturing

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SOM’s design for the interior and architectural renovation emphasizes flexibility, fluidity, and information sharing. percent are in manufacturing, while nearly 20 percent are in the wholesale and retail sectors. The lab occupies 64,000 square feet of a former, 285,000-square-foot factory. The lab opened in May 2015. Of those jobs, 33.5

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Logistics: On the Road, Water or Rails…or in the Air — AGAIN

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By Dominique Cantelme From the May/June 2016 Issue. DuPage County is in close proximity to North America’s largest inland port, the Centerpoint Intermodal Center, which provides direct access to the BNSF logistics park and the Union Pacific Joliet Intermodal Terminal. supply chain. 50 percent of all U.S. That’s 3,792 jobs, 6.35

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COVER STORY: Editors’ Location Picks

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eStockIt.com in Hollywood is an online retailer of restaurant, janitorial and office supplies. Government leaders are committed to retaining, creating and expanding job opportunities for the service, retail and industrial sectors of the community. Union Pacific, ConAgra Foods, Peter Kiewit Sons, Inc. and Mutual of Omaha.

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