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Milwaukee’s Digital Workforce Program Continues Its Evolution

Story originally published in Government Technology. In 2020 and 2021, dire effects from the COVID-19 pandemic completely shifted accessibility pathways to train individuals and families in person for high-demand industries. As most companies turned to remote or hybrid work, members of Employ Milwaukee, Milwaukee County’s workforce development board, knew they would have to reshape their approach … Continued

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Connect99: Birmingham Takes Aim at the Digital Divide

Story originally published in Government Technology. Officials in Birmingham, Ala., are utilizing a new awareness campaign to break down accessibility barriers to a utility that could impact residents’ ability to land jobs, find educational opportunities and enroll in health care. The CONNECT99 campaign, launched last November, was created by the Birmingham mayor’s office to help direct residents … Continued

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City of New Orleans Announces New Electric Vehicles for The City’s Fleet

Story originally published in NOLA Newswire. NEW ORLEANS — The City of New Orleans today announced the arrival of 10 new Chevrolet Bolts that will be dispersed to various City departments. These electric vehicles (EVs) were purchased at a cost of $315,737 – approximately $220,000 was allocated from the General Fund and the remaining $95,000 was allocated from the French Quarter Improvement Fund (FQIF). The three … Continued

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New survey results help shape future of Business Assistance Center

The City of Fort Worth is exploring ways to adapt the programming and resources currently provided at the Devoyd Jennings Business Assistance Center to ensure that they meet the evolving needs of the city’s small-business community. The city’s Economic Development Department currently occupies much of the space in the main building of the BAC, and will leave behind empty … Continued

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Small businesses need support. Can Fort Worth meet the challenge?

Story originally published in Fort Worth Report. A large red brick building that sits just off Interstate 35 West and Rosedale Street is supposed to be the hub for business assistance and entrepreneurship development in Fort Worth.  There’s just one problem. People haven’t heard about it.  Get to know your community better with our free newsletters. … Continued

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Atlanta Has an Affordable Housing Problem. Can John Legend Help?

Story originally published in Capital B Atlanta. In the pews of Atlanta First United Methodist Church in Downtown, John Legend is listening to a story from the Rev. Jasmine Smothers. The lead pastor is talking about her journey from seminary school to where she is now, standing in front of city leaders, housing organizations, and … Continued