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Partnering for a stronger Adams County

The Adams Economic Alliance team is small but mighty. We are proud to have an exceptional staff, but their work is also made possible by volunteers and our investors, most of whom come from private businesses. There is another critical group amongst our investors—municipalities. If [...]

By |2025-09-16T13:06:32-05:00September 16th, 2025|Gettysburg Times Column|

Rail still vital in Adams County

Since I first got my driver's license a few decades ago, new modes of transportation have appeared on our roads. Electric vehicles, e-bikes, and autonomous cars are signs of the times, and I am not even sure what to think about flying taxis that I [...]

By |2025-08-17T08:29:20-05:00August 17th, 2025|Adams County, Gettysburg Times Column|

Deadline Extended! Proposals sought for construction management/project management services

The Adams County Industrial Development Authority is seeking proposals for construction management/project management services for site preparation work to be conducted at the former Gettysburg Foundry Site, 2664 Emmitsburg Road, Gettysburg. All proposals are due 3 p.m., Sept. 30, 2025. The ACIDA has secured funding [...]

By |2025-09-08T12:31:05-05:00July 29th, 2025|Economic Development, Press Release|

A Community Effort for Student Success

Making connections is at the heart of Adams Economic Alliance’s work in your community. Every day, our team engages with community leaders, stakeholders, and the public to determine what is most needed here and how we can help bring those visions to life. One of [...]

By |2025-07-10T12:55:58-05:00July 10th, 2025|Gettysburg Times Column|

Adams Economic Alliance helps family-owned Abbottstown food company build new facility

Abbottstown, Adams County pet food distributor and manufacturer Smyser Concern recently completed construction of $5 million facility that consolidates warehousing, manufacturing, offices and operations for its three business lines, aided by a $2 million low-interest SBA 504 loan facilitated by Adams Economic Alliance. The brand-new [...]

By |2025-07-07T08:54:31-05:00July 7th, 2025|Business Expansion, Business Financing, Press Release|

Engage! highlights milestones, innovation, and growth in Adams County

Engage! is a Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development initiative featuring a robust team of experienced professionals who proactively listen to businesses across the state, identify their opportunities and challenges, and offer targeted technical assistance and solutions. Adams Economic Alliance Director of Business and [...]

By |2025-06-17T16:07:28-05:00June 17th, 2025|Press Release|

Program Promotes Living and Working in Adams County

Earlier this year, Lucas and Jessica Shull were looking for more space for their growing family. The Shulls have three daughters, aged 5, 3, and under one year old. Lucas works for Conewago Enterprises, so it was important to him that he live and work [...]

By |2025-06-16T12:48:17-05:00June 16th, 2025|Gettysburg Times Column|

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