Posts With Keyword ‘WEDG’

Washington Organizations Looking For Your Input

Posted: Saturday, February 23rd, 2013 at 6:26 am

With the annual Washington Chamber of Commerce, Main Street Washington and WEDG dinner coming up March 18th, they would like your input.

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WEDG to Host Program About Local Economy

Posted: Sunday, February 10th, 2013 at 6:26 am

The Washington Economic Development Group is planning to host a program focused on recently compiled information about the local labor force.

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Schools and the Economy

Posted: Friday, January 25th, 2013 at 6:24 am

The character of a community can do a lot to attract residents interested in moving to that community, or it can encourage residents to stay in that community.  

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Economic Development in an Economic Recession

Posted: Friday, April 23rd, 2010 at 6:52 am

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Economic development: it’s become a big challenge for many communities in light of the recession.

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Raber Proposes Partnership for Local Housing Trust Fund

Posted: Friday, January 29th, 2010 at 5:56 am

Raber Addresses Washington County Supervisors (1/36/10)

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Washington County could be partnering with some neighboring counties in an effort to be eligible for state money through a housing trust fund.

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Chamber Celebrates 75 Yrs Tonight

Posted: Tuesday, January 19th, 2010 at 6:51 am

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The Washington Chamber of Commerce is celebrating its 75th anniversary tonight.

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Washington Chamber Celebrating 75 Years

Posted: Wednesday, January 13th, 2010 at 7:02 am

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The Washington Chamber of Commerce is celebrating its 75th anniversary this month.

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WEDG: Tax Credits Have Had a Local Impact

Posted: Tuesday, January 12th, 2010 at 6:57 am

Iowa lawmakers are examining the state’s tax credit programs during this year’s legislative session.

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Washington County Hopes to get $500k for new Health Dept. Building

Posted: Wednesday, December 9th, 2009 at 6:22 am

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Washington County Hopes to get a $500,000 Community Development Block Grant to help pay for a new public health facility.

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