Mohave County weighs Opportunity Zone 2.0 tracts that could affect Kingman-area growth
Mohave County is reviewing 21 eligible census tracts for Opportunity Zone 2.0 recommendations, with a state nomination window expected in mid-2026.
Economic Development
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Florence airport expansion plan puts rail, cargo and airline growth in focus
Florence Regional Airport’s 10-year plan could bring more flight options, cargo upgrades and rail work if leaders secure grants and partners.
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High Point backs downtown startup hub as budget season opens
High Point is pairing a downtown startup hub incentive with FY 2026-27 budget work, linking jobs, vacant space, and public spending.
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Durham lands planned $1.4B AbbVie manufacturing campus
AbbVie plans a $1.4 billion pharmaceutical manufacturing campus in Durham County, with 734 expected jobs and a 2028 completion target.
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Norton Shores Chobani expansion brings jobs and wastewater support into focus
Norton Shores is tracking Chobani’s La Colombe expansion, with roughly 337 to 340 jobs, a city site plan request, and wastewater support tied to the project.
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Corsicana to consider a new tax-abatement zone April 27; what residents should watch
Corsicana TX – City Council is set to hear a proposed Chapter 312 reinvestment zone on April 27, a first step that could shape future tax incentives.
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Jamestown moves to seek a developer for East 2nd Street downtown parcels
Jamestown NY – Council has moved 8, 10 and 12 East 2nd Street into the city’s redevelopment pipeline, opening the door to a developer search.
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Why VAI Resort’s latest delay matters for Glendale now
Glendale AZ – Fresh April reporting suggests VAI Resort is increasingly unlikely to open in 2026, extending uncertainty for hiring, nearby businesses, and tourism plans.
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Charlotte lands 2,000 finance jobs as SMBC picks Uptown for second U.S. headquarters
Charlotte NC – SMBC chose Uptown Charlotte for a second U.S. headquarters, with 2,000 jobs planned through 2032 and a state incentive tied to results.
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Chandler plans eight new monument signs for Uptown corridor. What that means for businesses and drivers
Chandler AZ – Chandler is planning up to eight new Uptown monument signs, with capital funding lined up as the city pushes corridor branding and wayfinding.
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Baton Rouge launches $6.3 million redevelopment push tied to blight cleanup, first-time buyers, and storefront grants
Baton Rouge LA – City-parish officials say at least $6.3 million in federal funds will back first-time buyer help, storefront grants, and blight reuse.
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Tacoma opens comment period on draft federal housing and shelter spending plan
Tacoma WA – The city has opened public review of a draft plan for about $3.65 million in expected federal housing, shelter, and community-development funds.
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Why El Paso’s April 8 data center meeting matters before new city rules are drafted
El Paso TX – The April 8 data center meeting is the clearest remaining chance for residents to shape citywide rules on water, power, zoning, incentives, and transparency.
