Press Releases
The Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) awarded $34,996 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) grant funds in March 2020 to the Bootheel Regional Planning Commission for a study aimed at mitigating risks posed by future disasters.
Armstrong World Industries (AWI) has announced it is investing approximately $8 million to expand its Architectural Components Group Inc. (ACGI) wood ceiling and wall operations in Marshfield, MO. The company expects the addition of 50,000 sq. ft. of manufacturing, warehouse and office space to generate about 130 jobs. Target completion for the project is Q1 2021.
Governor Mike Parson announced a new Nonprofit Relief and Recovery Grant that could provide up to $22 million for Missouri nonprofits assisting communities in response to COVID-19.
The Missouri Development Finance Board has announced the new Small Communities Operating Capital Loan Relief Program for Missouri incorporated municipalities under 25,000 in population. This program will allow $5 million to be dispersed to communities dealing with the challenges associated with COVID-19.