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We've started a new type of newsletter. You'll still get bimonthly newsletters, but we've started a Your Town Alabama blog in an effort to provide even more timely information, to allow for more open feedback and to keep people informed about things that can benefit their community. The blog will be updated frequently with current and pressing information (we're hoping at least weekly) with larger additions to the blog on a bi-monthly basis. Let us know what you think!
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Read the January 2008 newsletter by clicking here.
Welcome to the Your Town Alabama December 2007/January 2008 Newsletter
In this issue:
Cullman Forms Downtown Redevelopment Authority
The City of Cullman formed a Downtown Redevelopment Authority during 2007 and has begun extensive street scaping and façade improvement activities.
Hidden Lakes Elementary School Uses New Outdoor Classroom for First Time
What is an outdoor classroom and how can it benefit our children today on school grounds? An outdoor classroom is a designated area that attracts wildlife by providing elements crucial to wildlife survival, including food, water, cover from predators, and places to raise young.
American Institute of Architects Competition
AIA (American Institute of Architects) Birmingham’s AIAforShelter committee is sponsoring a design competition for a single family affordable home on a vacant site in the Historic Norwood Neighborhood of Birmingham.
States and Cities Recognized for Smart Growth
EPA recognized one state and four local authorities for innovative community development that protects the environment, preserves community identity and expands economic opportunity.
A Call for Help Gets Answers
Anytime you have a problem that you think someone with Your Town Alabama can help with, let us know.
Leeds on the Move
The City of Leeds lies within three major counties-Jefferson, Shelby, and St. Clair.
Grant Opportunities
ASCA CONTINUES NEW GRANTS PROGRAM FOR ARTS & CULTURAL FACILITIES. The Alabama State Council on the Arts (ASCA) has begun a long-awaited Arts and Cultural Facilities granting program.
News from Alabama Communities
Oneonta: We planted flowers and some nandinas downtown Oneonta on Nov. 16, 2007.
City of Graysville - Alabama Communities of Excellence (ACE) update.
In Brief:
Southern Growth Seeks Student Applicants; A SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM FOR PROFESSIONAL ADVISORS; Florence Completes First Tree Inventory; Developing a Powerful Grant Proposal; ALA Citizens for Constitutional Reform; A Primer Workshop on Grant Writing
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Attended Your Town in 2007 and looking for a press release you can use? Click here for an editable Word document. | Click here for a large group photo of the 2007 Your Town Particpants suitable for printing.
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