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North Carolina Town Plans 22,000 Homes for Growing Region
Solutions2h ago

North Carolina Town Plans 22,000 Homes for Growing Region

A tiny 5,000-person town in North Carolina is becoming home to a master-planned community that could house 60,000 people within 20 years. While growth brings challenges, the development aims to help solve America's housing shortage with thoughtful planning.

Google News - Technology2 min read
Jackie the Eagle's Home Needs $10M to Block Development
Acts of KindnessApr 1

Jackie the Eagle's Home Needs $10M to Block Development

Millions have watched Jackie the bald eagle raise her family on a live webcam for nearly a decade. Now her fans have six months to save the 62 acres she calls home from becoming a housing development.

Fast Company2 min read
Kenya Builds 975 Homes for Low-Income Families
SolutionsMar 28

Kenya Builds 975 Homes for Low-Income Families

Kenya's Kings Orchid project is turning the dream of homeownership into reality for nearly 1,000 low-income families while creating jobs. President William Ruto inspected the affordable housing development that's reshaping both lives and skylines.

Google News - Jobs Created2 min read
Battle Creek Launches Fund to Build 1,000 New Homes by 2035
SolutionsFeb 26

Battle Creek Launches Fund to Build 1,000 New Homes by 2035

Battle Creek just launched a new Housing Fund with $750,000 in seed money to tackle a 3,000-unit housing shortage that's been holding back economic growth. The ambitious plan aims to build and rehabilitate 1,000 homes by 2035, giving families more options and helping local businesses find the workers they need.

Google News - Economic Growth3 min read
Toledo Invests $20M in Growth Without Raising Taxes
SolutionsFeb 19

Toledo Invests $20M in Growth Without Raising Taxes

Toledo just launched a $20 million fund to jumpstart economic development and housing over the next 35 years, and taxpayers won't pay a dime. The Shovel Ready Sites Fund will help employers move quickly while transforming underutilized properties across the city.

Google News - Economic Growth2 min read
Nigeria Opens $10M Mall, Creating 500 Jobs in Abuja
SolutionsFeb 18

Nigeria Opens $10M Mall, Creating 500 Jobs in Abuja

A brand-new shopping complex in Nigeria's capital is bringing 500 jobs and fresh economic opportunity after being rescued from abandonment. The project didn't cost taxpayers a dime.

Google News - Poverty Reduction2 min read