Clay County Economic and Community Development Board using student representatives to help young people have a voice in the future of community development. Board Executive Secretary Doug Young said the use of student representatives was started about a year ago. “These guys are adults now, they’re 16, 17, 18 years old,” Young said. “And they have opinions and they have ... Read More »
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Jamestown Facade Grant in Use, Streetlights on Hold
Jamestown’s over $100,000 facade grant is being put to use, but COVID has put a pause on the downtown street improvements. Jamestown Mayor Lyndon Baines said four or five businesses have begun improvements to their store fronts. Baines said he expects the storefront renovations to wrap up by the end of November. “A lot of them wanted new awnings put ... Read More »
Clay County New Chamber Of Commerce Director: Doug Young
The new director for the Clay County Chamber of Commerce is a familiar volunteer. Three-Star Director Doug Young has volunteered for the chamber for over 10 years. He said it was important for him to step in to continue the county’s strategic plan. “Right now times are hard and I’ve thought ‘I’m going to be here anyway, I can just ... Read More »