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Race to a Smart Future

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The finalists, announced at the South by Southwest (SXSW) tech and music fest, are: Austin, TX; Columbus, OH; Denver, CO; Kansas City, MO; Pittsburgh, PA; Portland, OR; and San Francisco, CA. Cisco was attracted to KCMO because of its emerging technology sector, the investment in transit infrastructure and the advent of Google Fiber.

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Industry Focus: Logistics – Going With The Flow

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In comparison, railroads are in a much better position regarding infrastructure, equipment and personnel. The Decatur airport provides another important transportation option; with runways of 8,500 feet in length and 150 feet wide the airport is capable of handling large freight carrying aircraft.

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State Focus – Indiana: Regional Plans Are Hopping In The Hoosier State

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A robust utility and transportation infrastructure enhances production and transportation of goods in all parts of the service territory. The transportation infrastructure running through Southern Indiana is an advantage for any company. Overnight delivery from DHL via the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG).

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STATE FOCUS – Ohio: Slow And Steady

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Ohio made a number of appearances in Business Facilities’ 2012 State Rankings report , reaching 7th for Automotive Manufacturing Strength and Best Education Climate; 4th for Economic Growth Potential, Race to the Top Leaders and Best Transportation Infrastructure; and 10th for Workforce Health and Safety. With no red tape. just a red carpet.

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Forward Air Investing $31.8M In Ohio Expansion

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Asset-light freight and logistics company Forward Air Corporation is expanding its office space in Groveport, OH, creating 50 new jobs. Read: Forward Air Investing $31.8M In Ohio Expansion at BusinessFacilities.com.

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FEATURE STORY: 2013 Economic Development Awards

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Gaining Honorable Mention Awards in this category were Greater MSP (Minneapolis Saint Paul Regional Economic Development Partnership) and Columbus (OH) 2020. The city has created two Tax Increment Financing Districts with a third in process, to expand the municipal infrastructure to industrial and commercial zones.

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