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County to pursue EDA disaster‑supplemental funding for economic development hub

Caswell County Board of Commissioners · April 7, 2026
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Caswell County staff received consensus to pursue a US Economic Development Administration disaster supplemental grant to support an economic development hub and related projects; staff will prepare applications and return to the board before accepting any award or committing county funds.

County staff told the Caswell County Board of Commissioners on April 6 that the US Economic Development Administration (EDA) FY2025 disaster supplemental grant program could provide significant funding for projects aimed at economic recovery.

County manager Melissa Williamson outlined concept ideas—including repurposing the former county jail into an economic development hub and conference space,…

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