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RETAIL NEWS

BlackHawk Protection Service, LLC opens Wetumpka office
BlackHawk Protection Service has opened an office in Wetumpka, AL to be centrally located to meet the River Region's security needs.

Eclectic's Downtown Gets New Lease On Life
One by one, previously empty buildings in Eclectic's four-block downtown are coming back to life.

Hibbett Sports to open new store in Elmore County
Hibbett Sports today signed a lease agreement with a Tallassee property developer. This lease agreement secured the opening of a new 5000 square foot Hibbett Sports store located at Tallassee Center in Tallassee. The store will be located at 409 Gilmer Avenue. Hibbett Sports is a national retail sporting goods store that operates 699 stores in 23 states.

Tractor Supply Company (TSC) to locate new store in Millbrook
The largest national supply chain for ranch and farms in the United States is locating a store in Elmore County.

Lowe's Home Improvement Opens in Wetumpka

Elmore County, Alabama

The much anticipated opening of the Lowe's in Wetumpka was greeting by a crowd of nearly one hundred people that were eager to see the first board cut.


3/3/2007  Millbrook Experiences Retail Boom
Corporate News

Elmore County approves road-work projects
2,000 show for Hyundai Power Transformers job fairs
Council to host career fair
State's unemployment rate continues decline
Hyundai Heavy Industries to hold job fairs
Governor: Unity strengthens Elmore County
Wetumpka awarded planning grant
Future of Wetumpka riverfront takes shape
Gov. Bentley to speak at Unity Breakfast
Jobless rate takes big drop in state, tri-county area
County commission to sponsor Crappie Masters
Campaign draws businesses closer together
Jobless rate in county, state drops
$67,000 for a Tallassee company
GKN wins contract for HondaJet composite fuselage
Elmore gets $350K sewer grant
Forts to host Alabama Frontier Days
Local generosity fuels Mt. Vernon renovations
Planners offer glimpse of future
Wetumpka one step closer to downtown revival
Public meeting set for riverfront development plan
Anglers' visit impacts area economy
Local waters decide Crappie Champion
$20,000 awarded to crater project
Report: County expands
Elmore County schools save $1M
Wetumpka receives $20,000 to study crater's tourism potential
388 jobs created, $34 million invested according to report
388 jobs created, $34 million invested according to report
ECEDA recognized for economic efforts
Winning design shows potential of area attraction
2011 Communications Award Winners
Southern Economic Development Council’s Names 2012 Board of Directors for the State of Alabama
AU student's proposal for Impact Crater Science Center could cost $15M
Winning impact crater center model unveiled
Auburn Student Designs Wetumpka's Future Crater Science Center
Students share visions for crater site
Crater center plan moving forward, reception planned
LPGA event to feature 15 of top 20 players
Officials to meet about airport study
Elmore County examines aviation needs
Anglers ready for River Region return
Relief fund sets July 20 deadline
Merger can help rural broadband
Busy holiday expected on area lakes, rivers
We all recognize need for hotel
County among the healthiest in state
ECEDA Update - June 2011
Population growth of more than 40% in Millbrook
‘Second Samuel’ at national contest
Vinson hopes for fan vote as postseason approaches - Wetumpka to host 2011 Bassmasters Elite Series in July
Millbrook's growth to bring change to city's government
Elmore County tops County Health Rankings list in River Region
Renters on the rise: Tri-county numbers echo national trend
Wetumpka Depot Players head to national competition
Officials, legislators meet about proposed Tallapoosa bridge
Many thanks to ECEDA for its assistance
Census shows Hispanic population growing fast in state, tri-county area
Tallassee Now! Community, visitors come out for BBQ, entertainment
Local government, business, community leaders rub elbows at ECEDA social
Alabama to lure foreign firms here with credits
Mask’s ‘Made in Alabama’ bill passes
Roby to be guest at?ECEDA Unity Social
Leaders focusing on riverfront development
New Dollar General opens in?Wetumpka
RJ’s Chicken Fingers opening in June
GKN celebrates improvements
ECEDA Update - March 2011
Intersection improvement remains county priority
County explores retail opportunities
Elmore County looks to bring in more retail development
Elmore County population grows 20%+ in the past decade
Consulants confirm retail dollars can grow Elmore County
County seeks authority to impose lodging tax
SEHS, THS named for A+ program
Elmore Co. on track for budget surplus
Legislators briefed on county needs
2 Elmore Co. schools join advance placement program
Elected Officials for Elmore County - State and National Offices
BCA’s Canary urges to continue unity efforts
Tallassee tops list to recruit new industry
What's behind getting roads resurfaced in the county? - Part 2
Leaders unite for breakfast in hopes of long-term effect
Tallassee Corporate Park named AdvantageSite
Tallassee tops list for industries
3 local private schools earn Blue Ribbons
National doughnut chain looking to locate in Tallassee
Work under way on Wetumpka’s new boat ramp
What's behind getting roads resurfaced in the county? - Part 1
ECEDA plans Unity Breakfast
Riley declares Lake Martin 'treasured'
$100K to study Wetumpka airport relocation
Thousands attend Wetumpka event
10,000 crowd into Christmas on the Coosa
Council gives go-ahead for airport study
Elmore County benefits as part of Alabama Quail Trail
Wetumpka High in national robotics event
BlackHawk Protection Service opens Wetumpka office
Wetumpka High School advances to the BEST national championship
Teachers using new technology in classrooms
$2.7M grants to benefit Elmore County's water, sewer
Crenshaw could get water system upgrade
Rep. Mask announces $550,000 in grants for Tallassee
Overall enrollment up in Elmore County schools
City Approves Funding for School Technology
Lake Jordan chosen to host 2011 Elites
Bassmaster expected to have positive impact
Efforts attract 480-job manufacturer
Elmore County Still Growing
ECEDA hosts state festival conference
Elmore County reaps millions of benefits from Lake Martin
Riley pleased with Tallassee industry
Eclectic's Downtown Gets New Lease On Life
Barry Mask Chosen as New Economic Developer for Elmore County
YESAC Adds to Elmore County Building
Neptune Technologies Breaks Ground on R&D Facility in Elmore County
Elmore County Local Opens Gelato Wholesale Business
Chattanooga Bakery, Inc. expands into Elmore County
ECEDA Matches Funds with Local Industry for Workforce Development
Magazine features Elmore County Aviation Growth
Economic Development Seminar Draws 60 Public Officials
Elmore County population projected to grow to 127,617
YESAC to supply KIA from Tallassee facility
Auburn University working to train more engineers for Alabama auto plants
Alabama's 2008 Small Business Person of the Year is from Elmore County