DDAA Monthly Newsletter

  For all your LDD news! <!– <!– DDAA Monthly <!– Feature <!– <!– ARC POWER…Turning Coal to Gold – Monday Lick Trail Project <!– <!– Mayor of Marlinton WV, Sam Felton, cutting the ribbon flanked by local leaders from our Congressional team (Todd Gunter representing Senator Capito), Region 4 PDC personnel, SHARC, Pocahontas CVB

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DDAAA Monthly: March 2025 – This month’s feature highlights the ongoing efforts to bridge the digital divide in Western North Carolina. With restrictive state laws preventing local governments from operating broadband networks, nonprofit internet provider Pangaea has stepped in to expand access across Polk and Rutherford Counties. Thanks to a $600,000 grant from ARC, Pangaea…

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DDAA Monthly – February 2025: This month’s newsletter showcases how Golden Triangle PDD in Mississippi is Using State-of-the-Art GIS Mapping to Support Transportation, an announcement on Mobilizing Data for Talent Development, and so much more! Click to read more and stay in the know on all LDD news.

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DDAA Monthly: January 2025 – Our Feature: Join us for the 2025 DDAA Annual Conference, March 9-12 in Arlington, VA! For more information and to register, please click her. Read more news headlines, research, events and grant opportunities.

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The DDAA Monthly: Holiday Edition – Thank you for being a part of DDAA! Your membership plays a vital role in strengthening Appalachian communities. Throughout 2024, the Development District Association of Appalachia has worked to support Local Development Districts in fostering economic growth, resilience, and opportunity across the region. Stay informed about key initiatives, upcoming…

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DDAA Monthly: December 2024 – In this edition, we highlight the groundbreaking BEAT Center in Fort Payne, Alabama, shaping the next generation of STEM professionals. Plus, don’t miss updates on vital funding opportunities, impactful regional development stories, and an upcoming conference you won’t want to miss. Stay informed on the latest trends in economic development,…

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DDAA Monthly: October 2024 – In this edition, we’re diving into a free DDAA roundtable on GIS, data, and beyond—offering invaluable insights for Local Development Districts (LDDs) aiming for success in regional prosperity. Plus, learn how Union County, South Carolina, overcame local match funding challenges to D a critical streetscape project. Don’t miss these exciting…

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DDAA Monthly: September 2024 – We’re thrilled to announce the DDAA GIS Peer Meeting in Greenville, SC, this December—featuring member-led sessions on GIS and data use at Local Development Districts. Interested in leading a session? Submit your proposal by October 4! Plus, the deadline for DDAA’s 2025 Awards nominations is just around the corner—don’t miss…

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  For all your LDD news! DDAA Monthly Features Board Feature: 2024 DDAA Professional Development Seminar On July 16-17, DDAA held the 2024 Professional Development Seminar in Huntington, West Virginia. The seminar provided timely and relevant training to those who desired to improve their work skills and enhance their performance at their organization, from executive

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DDAA Monthly: July 2024 – In this edition, we recap the success of the DDAA Leadership Development Seminar, featuring expert insights on loan compliance, HR practices, and leadership at Local Development Districts. Plus, hear highlights from Gayle Manchin’s vision for Appalachia and Audy Perry’s keynote on the region’s entrepreneurial spirit. We also feature the Southern…

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