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Milam’s economy grew in 2021 over low point in 2020
We have been talking about some rather depressing topics in this space like traumatized economies and company towns. How about we talk about something positive?
MDD learns about site selection from advisor
MDD Director of Economic Development director brought Dean Barber with Barber Business Advisors to Rockdale to do double-duty including checking out a site for a proposed new industrial park at US 77 and US 79, as well as having a lunch-andlearn about site selection to interested members of the community.
RISD board gives four-day calendar, teacher incentive allotment updates at meeting
At Monday night’s RISD board meeting, Supt. Dr. Denise Monzingo gave the board an update on the fourday Week Implementation Plan. She shared information about a series of short articles the district will share about the new calendar. The first article was shared before spring break and had information about childcare on Fridays. The next article will answer questions about extracurricular activities. Professional development plans are in the early stages.
