Marshall EDC News

Every third Friday of the month, there is a ritual at the MCEDC office.  Check labor.alabama.gov and see what the local and state unemployment rate has done.  The Alabama Department of Labor publishes these numbers for the previous month generally on the third Friday.  The unemployment rate is one of several...

What is #MARSHALLMADE? For years we have been telling people what a great place Marshall County, Alabama is to do business.  However, the proof is always in the pudding.  Earlier this year, the MCEDC board approved an idea to move forward with the construction of a gallery at the MCEDC office showcasing a...

Over the past few months I began reviewing trends in economic development in preparation for the launch of the new website.  One thing I know I noticed was that many Economic Development Agencies, Chambers of Commerce and Tourism Bureaus were incorporating blogs to actively discuss issues and activity.  Years ago, this...