Economic Development
Whitley County: Development Destination
Whitley County: Development Destination Whitley County, Indiana, ranks as the state’s 49th most populous county in the State, with approximately 36,825 residents. Nestled within its borders are the charming cities and towns of Columbia City, Churubusco, South Whitley, and Larwill. Established in 1835, the county proudly carries the name of Colonel William Whitley, honoring his…
Read MoreRegional Roundup: Steuben County
Next in our county coverage series is Steuben County, located in the northeast corner of Indiana. Founded in 1836, Steuben County serves around 34,435 residents and includes the city of Angola and towns such as Ashley, Clear Lake, Fremont, Hamilton, Hudson, and Orland. This blog highlights community development in Angola, the county’s only city, and…
Read MoreNoble County Economic Development: A Thriving Destination in Northeast Indiana
Explore the vibrant opportunities and strategic initiatives fueling economic growth and prosperity in Noble County, Indiana. From civic leadership to business development, Noble County is setting a benchmark for regional economic success. Introduction to Noble County Welcome to our latest county spotlight! This month, we’re highlighting Noble County Economic Development, a key focus area for…
Read MoreLegal Notice: 2025 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Open for Public Review and Comment
The 2025 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) prepared by Region III-A Development and Regional Planning Commission is available for 30-day public review and comment. The CEDS document is an economic development tool designed to leverage assets across northeast Indiana to bolster the regional economy. The CEDS can be accessed online by clicking here. Please, submit…
Read MoreBusiness Brilliance: LaGrange County
Introduction Welcome to our latest county coverage in the Business Brilliance content series! This month, we spotlight LaGrange County, one of the areas we proudly serve at Region 3A. LaGrange County is home to approximately 40,446 residents and is located in Northern Indiana’s Michiana region. Within the county, you’ll find the towns of Shipshewana, Howe,…
Read MoreRegional Roundup: Huntington County
Welcome to our 2025 blog campaign series spotlighting all six counties we serve! This series will cover Huntington, LaGrange, Noble, Steuben, Wabash, and Whitley County. Each blog will highlight economic development, community events, organizational practices, and most importantly, updates from Region 3A.
Read MoreRegion III-A: 50 years as a NE Indiana EDD!
What is an EDD and how can your community benefit? Region III-A Economic Development District and Regional Planning Commission was formed in 1974, making the agency 50 years old this year! Region III-A is one of nine economic development districts (EDDs) in Indiana. At times, we find that it is not exactly clear what an…
Read MoreLarwill Receives Water Infrastructure Planning Grant
Region 3A assists Town in receiving one of only 7 Federal Grants Statewide.
Read MoreCity of Kendallville and Huntington County Receive OCRA Recovery Housing Grants
Region III-A members represent 2 of the 4 Indiana Recipients of Federal Funding for Transitional Housing Programs. Most of our projects are directly related to building economically thriving communities for people to live, work and grow. Others are about considering all members of the community – transformed lives, transform communities. We are honored to have…
Read MoreWhat is a Capital Stack? How can Capital Stacking help Municipalities Finance Projects?
Large municipal projects often only consider bonding alone or grants and cash as funding sources. While these methods are tried and true, new ways to fund projects are available to innovative municipalities. Today, municipal governments and districts have more options than ever in funding options. Instead of trying to find one large source of funds,…
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