Economic development isn’t what you think

18 Jan 2017

SHERIDAN — Economic development doesn’t mean what you think it means. The concept doesn’t just revolve around quick upticks in jobs and economic activity. Economic development actually focuses on long-term sustained growth that requires a dedicated effort by communities.

At least that’s the message the Sheridan County Chamber of Commerce delivered at its monthly luncheon Wednesday. Read complete article here: http://thesheridanpress.com/economic-development-isnt-think/

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