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Independent We Stand Embarks on the Great American Mississippi River Road Trip

Independent We Stand Embarks on the Great American Mississippi River Road Trip

Few natural resources have supported American communities like the Mississippi River. Spanning more than 2,000 miles, it’s the second-longest river in the United States and it touches a total of 10 states. In reality, the Mississippi River’s impact is more than geographical. The river launched dozens of communities and continues to provide a backdrop for many thriving Main Streets to this day. That’s why the Independent We Stand team will…read more →

9 Mar, 2018
The America’s Main Streets Contest Kicks Off

The America’s Main Streets Contest Kicks Off

It’s that time of year again: Independent We Stand kicks off the third annual America’s Main Streets Contest on Feb. 26. This year’s winner will receive a prize package that includes $25,000 cash and a variety of tools for downtown revitalization. The America’s Main Streets Contest celebrates the work of downtown improvement districts, independent business associations and the like. Fans can nominate and vote for their local Main Street organization…read more →

26 Feb, 2018
Main Street Programs Boost Community Investment to New Heights

Main Street Programs Boost Community Investment to New Heights

No matter what the retail giants like Amazon do (or purchase), they can’t seem to diminish the power of Main Streets and their small businesses across the country. According to the National Main Street Center (NMSC), U.S. Main Street programs drove a 10-year high in community reinvestment in 2016. Communities where such programs exist reinvested $5.75 billion, established 5,498 new businesses, created 26,909 new jobs and rehabilitated 7,794 buildings throughout…read more →

22 Jun, 2017
MainStreet DeLand Wins Second-Annual America’s Main Streets Contest

MainStreet DeLand Wins Second-Annual America’s Main Streets Contest

For the second year in a row, Independent We Stand has awarded more than $25,000 in cash and prizes, plus a brag-worthy title, to one deserving Main Street program. The America’s Main Streets contest celebrates local communities across the country, while recognizing the groups working to keep them vibrant. This year, MainStreet DeLand of DeLand, Florida, claimed the top spot in IWS’ America’s Main Streets contest. Situated about 30 miles…read more →

5 Jun, 2017
Every Small Business Has a Main Street Story

Every Small Business Has a Main Street Story

Main Street is where communities come together, but it’s not the street name that draws people in. More than the pavement, the light poles and the landscaping, Main Street is a hub of community activity because of the small businesses that line it. For those businesses, Main Street is part of an important story. Each business along Main Street has a unique tale – a Main Street Story. Simply put,…read more →

20 Mar, 2017
Cedar Lee District Brings Art & Culture to Cleveland Heights

Cedar Lee District Brings Art & Culture to Cleveland Heights

Cleveland Heights is a suburb of Ohio’s most populous city. Despite sharing a name with the larger city down the road, Cleveland Heights maintains an identity all its own, in part, because of the lively arts community that has grown up there. That arts community, as well as Cleveland Heights’ small business community, is supported largely by the Cedar Lee Special Improvement District.   Cedar Lee District represents a public-private…read more →

16 Mar, 2017
Announcing The Second Annual America’s Main Streets Contest

Announcing The Second Annual America’s Main Streets Contest

Main Streets are the lifeblood of our communities. They bring local residents together in shops, restaurants and community centers. They’re home to our favorite hometown traditions, like festive parades and holiday events. Main Streets put dollars into the economy and vibrancy into the community.

27 Feb, 2017
Washington Town Winner of Inaugural “America’s Main Streets” Contest

Washington Town Winner of Inaugural “America’s Main Streets” Contest

After an incredible display of support for Main Streets from coast to coast, we are pleased to recognize Downtown Lynden, formally known as Lynden Downtown Business Association, in Lynden, Wash., as the $25,000 winner of the “America’s Main Streets” contest. As a top ten finalist, Downtown Lynden, population 12,902, stood out among its fellow Main Streets with the most votes, after more than 280,000 total votes were cast by the…read more →

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