12 Jul 2023

Kia to Invest Over $200 Million in EV9 Production Expansion

  • Kia will invest $200M+ and create 200+ jobs at its West Point plant for the assembly of the all-electric 2024 EV9 three-row SUV.
  • For seventeen years, Kia has been an outstanding corporate citizen and community partner, and we look forward to a strong future together. By providing employment opportunities and fostering economic growth, Kia has helped to improve the livelihoods of many people in West Point,” said City of West Point Mayor Steve Tramell.

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10 Jul 2023

Grants & Funding Opportunities | July 2023

ECG’s Office of Economic & Community Development has assembled a range of grants and funding opportunities to assist communities in obtaining essential resources for advancing existing industries and attracting new businesses. We have compiled a selection of funding options below that could be relevant to your specific needs. Our featured opportunity is from U.S. Economic Development Association, Build to Scale Program.

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20 Jun 2023

Latest Findings: Insights From The 2023 ICSC Las Vegas

Last month, our Retail-Commercial Development Manager, Daniel, had the pleasure of attending the annual ICSC Real Estate Convention in Las Vegas, representing our exceptional State and the ECG member communities. With an impressive attendance of over 25,000 participants, this three-day gathering offered valuable opportunities to engage with retailers, brokers, and developers hailing from various regions across the United States.

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