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City of Wabash Stellar Communities Application

editor — Thu, 02 May 2013 12:26:01 +0000

To view the Stellar Communities Application, click here.

Stellar Grant Application Delivered

editor — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:28:44 +0000

The city’s Stellar Grant application was delivered on Monday. Bill Konyha is leading the city’s efforts to obtain up to $23 million in state funds for redevelopment work around the city, primarily in the downtown area.

Annual Meeting Recap

editor — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:57:08 +0000

EDG hosted our Annual Meeting in April. Click here to read the recap.

Jobless Rate Remains Unchanged

editor — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:46:03 +0000

Wabash County’s unemployment rate in March remained unchanged. The figure stood at 9 percent, the same rate as in February, according to figures released by Indiana Workforce Development.

Lt. Governor Discusses Stellar Grant

editor — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 15:43:42 +0000

Competing for a Stellar Community Grant is one sure way to pull a city together, according to Lt. Gov. Sue Ellspermann.

Lt. Governor Speaks at EDG Annual Meeting

editor — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 15:41:57 +0000

Lt. Gov. Sue Ellspermann gave accolades and encouragement on Thursday when the Economic Development Group of Wabash County held its annual luncheon.

Unemployment Rate Rises Again

editor — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 20:22:52 +0000

The unemployment rate for the Hoosier state rose again last month with Wabash County‟s jobless rate jumping .6 percent.

2012 Annual Report

editor — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 17:30:21 +0000

EDG's 2012 Annual Report is now available.

City OK’s Abatement Evaluation Changes

editor — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 13:05:41 +0000

A change in the way firms seeking tax abatements was approved Monday night by the Wabash City Council. Firms must now offer jobs paying a minimum of $12 per hour, under the change, sought by the Economic Development Group of … Continue reading →

State, County Labor Force Grows

editor — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 13:12:29 +0000

The state continued a steady trend of private sector expansion in February, adding 5,800 jobs, according to the latest statistics just released by the Indiana Department of Workforce Development.