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# Tri-State Growth & Commerce Coalition

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- [PennDOT to receive $87M from infrastructure bill: 219 major focus](https://www.tristategcc.org/penndot-to-receive-87m-from-infrastructure-bill-219-major-focus/) - SOMERSET, Pa. — With $87 million in new Appalachian Development Highway System dollars flowing into Pennsylvania over the next five years, state transportation officials plan to focus it on finishing three corridors — U.S. Route 219 in Somerset County, an Interstate 99 connection and the Central Susquehanna Valley Thruway. Download The Full Article
- [PennDOT focusing infrastructure funds on Route 219, Susquehanna Valley Thruway](https://www.tristategcc.org/penndot-focusing-infrastructure-funds-on-route-219-susquehanna-valley-thruway/) - SOMERSET, Pa. – With $87 million in new Appalachian Development Highway System dollars flowing into Pennsylvania over the next five years, state transportation officials plan to focus it on finishing three corridors – U.S. Route 219 in Somerset County, an Interstate 99 connection and the Central Susquehanna Valley Thruway. Given the length of time all
- [October 2020 TGCC Newsletter](https://www.tristategcc.org/october-2020-tgcc-newsletter/) - Below is the download link for our October 2020 TGCC NewsletterDownload Newsletter
- [November 2020 TGCC Newsletter](https://www.tristategcc.org/november-2020-tgcc-newsletter/) - Below is the download link for our November 2020 TGCC NewsletterDownload Newsletter
- [January 2021 TGCC Newsletter](https://www.tristategcc.org/january-2021-tgcc-newsletter/) - Below is the download link for our January 2021 TGCC NewsletterDownload Newsletter
- [February 2021 TGCC Newsletter](https://www.tristategcc.org/february-2021-tgcc-newsletter/) - Below is the download link for our February 2021 TGCC NewsletterDownload Newsletter
- [Q2 2021 TGCC Newsletter](https://www.tristategcc.org/q2-2021-tgcc-newsletter/) - Below is the download link for our Q2 2021 TGCC NewsletterDownload Newsletter
- [August 2022 TGCC Newsletter](https://www.tristategcc.org/august-2022-tgcc-newsletter/) - Below is the download link for our August 2022 TGCC NewsletterDownload Newsletter
- [Renewable energy incubator to open at FSU](https://www.tristategcc.org/renewable-energy-incubator-to-open-at-fsu/) - by Greg Larry | glarry@times-news.com | Original Article CUMBERLAND — A renewable energies incubator will soon open at Frostburg State University, allowing companies and students to collaborate in designing alternative power systems. A webinar on the topic was held Tuesday and was hosted by Jennifer Walsh, executive director of The Greater Cumberland Committee. The event was part of
- [U.S. senators join discussion of 'unique part of America'](https://www.tristategcc.org/u-s-senators-join-discussion-of-unique-part-of-america/) - Need for high-speed internet improvements among topics during virtual meeting of I-68 Regional Alliance by Teresa McMinn | tmcminn@times-news.com | Original Article CUMBERLAND — As telework and virtual learning grow across the region, the need for high-speed internet must be a priority. That was one of the topics discussed at the I-68 Regional Alliance virtual meeting Friday. The
- [ARC to invest $550,000 in battle against substance abuse](https://www.tristategcc.org/arc-to-invest-550000-in-battle-against-substance-abuse/) - by Greg Larry | glarry@times-news.com | Original Article CUMBERLAND — The Appalachian Regional Commission will provide a new $550,000 grant program for agencies offering rehabilitation programs for individuals suffering from substance abuse. Guy Land, the legislative liaison for the ARC, detailed the program and other issues at a virtual meeting hosted by The Greater Cumberland Committee on Thursday.
- [The Appalachian Regional Commission Presented to TGCC](https://www.tristategcc.org/the-appalachian-regional-commission-presented-to-tgcc/) - The Appalachian Regional Commission presented to TGCC on Thursday, September 3. Download the presentation now! Download Presentation
- [Angela Svonavec, President of Heritage Coal and Natural Resources, Spoke About Rare Earth Element Recovery](https://www.tristategcc.org/angela-svonavec-president-of-heritage-coal-and-natural-resources-spoke-about-rare-earth-element-recovery/) - We were delighted to have Angela Svonavec, President of Heritage Coal and Natural Resources, with us to share more about rare earth element recovery and her new company, Epic Element Recovery, LLC. Epic’s patent-pending process, enhances and enriches the concentration of Rare Earth Elements and Critical Materials in Acid Mine Drainage (or AMD), a ubiquitous
- [TGCC Hosted Congressman David Trone and Congresswoman Kathy McMorris Rodgers](https://www.tristategcc.org/tgcc-hosted-congressman-david-trone-and-congresswoman-kathy-mcmorris-rodgers/) - Representatives Trone and McMorris Rodgers discussed rural Broadband and connectivity issues with local business leaders and telecommunications experts during a bipartisan initiative in Cumberland on September 21. by Greg Larry | glarry@times-news.com | Original Article CUMBERLAND — U.S. Rep. David Trone (D-Md.) was joined by U.S. Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers (R-Wash.) on Monday for a bipartisan tour of
- [TGCC presents Greater Good Award and Celebrates 20th Anniversary](https://www.tristategcc.org/tgcc-presents-greater-good-award-and-celebrates-20th-anniversary/) - Belt receives Greater Good Award from The Greater Cumberland Committee by Greg Larry | glarry@times-news.com | Original Article CUMBERLAND — Businessman Carl O. “Bucky” Belt Jr. was recognized Thursday by The Greater Cumberland Committee for his overall contributions to the community. Belt was presented with the 2020 Greater Good Award at an event held at the 1812 Brewery.
- [July 2020 TGCC Newsletter](https://www.tristategcc.org/july-2020-tgcc-newsletter/) - Below is the download link for our July 2020 TGCC NewsletterDownload Newsletter
- [August 2020 TGCC Newsletter](https://www.tristategcc.org/august-2020-tgcc-newsletter/) - Below is the download link for our August 2020 TGCC NewsletterDownload Newsletter
- [September 2020 TGCC Newsletter](https://www.tristategcc.org/september-2020-tgcc-newsletter/) - Below is the download link for our September 2020 TGCC NewsletterDownload Newsletter
- [TGCC Receives Rural Maryland Council Grant to Create ESG Certified Branding Program for Forest Products](https://www.tristategcc.org/tgcc-receives-rural-maryland-council-grant-to-create-esg-certified-branding-program-for-forest-products/) - We’ve been working with Greg Larry of the Times News over the last couple of weeks to develop this initial story related to our forest products certified branding initiative and the RMC grant award. Today that article landed on the front page of the Times-News, perfectly timed for our two-part Zoom Speaker Series starting today
- [I-68 Regional Alliance "Middle Market" Housing Study](https://www.tristategcc.org/i-68-regional-alliance-middle-market-housing-study/) - In 2021, the I-68 Regional Alliance, a TGCC-led coalition of industry partners, economic development organizations, non-profit organizations, chambers of commerce, representatives from institutions of higher learning, and local, state, and federal government offices, identified the lack of adequate housing for professional workers as a significant obstacle to the attraction and retention of workers needed to
- [Route 219 project gets $55M](https://www.tristategcc.org/route-219-project-gets-55m/) - CUMBERLAND, MD — Plans to improve U.S. Route 219 in Garrett County have been awarded $55 million in federal funding, according to Maryland lawmakers. The funding, which consists of $11 million annually for five years, is part of an ongoing goal to transform U.S. Route 219 into a modern four-lane divided highway which would extend
- [$53M secured for Route 219](https://www.tristategcc.org/53m-secured-for-route-219/) - MEYERSDALE, Pa. — A $53 million boost in highway dollars has been committed to carry the U.S. Route 219 project through its final design in the coming years — one of the few major hurdles remaining to get the project to construction in 2028. Pennsylvania lawmakers on both sides of the aisle said the funding
- [MDOT to Invest $88M in North-South Highway Improvements](https://www.tristategcc.org/mdot-to-invest-88m-in-north-south-highway-improvements/) - The Maryland Department of Transportation will invest nearly $88 million in funding for north-south highway improvements for Garrett and Allegany counties.MDOT released its Draft Consolidated Transportation Program for fiscal years 2023 to 2028 Thursday, outlining a record $19.9 billion six-year investment statewide to replace and repair aging infrastructure, expand transit opportunities, assist economic recovery and
- [Regional Market-Rate Housing Study](https://www.tristategcc.org/regional-market-rate-housing-study/) - The quality of a region’s housing and its ability to be economically competitive —to attract and retain the skilled workers that businesses and institutions need to thrive—are closely connected issues. Until recently, they were rarely viewed this way, and housing is still not part of the formal economic development toolkits in most parts of the
- [Turnbull wins Greater Good award](https://www.tristategcc.org/turnbull-wins-greater-good-award/) - by Lindsay Renner-Wood of the Cumberland Times-News CUMBERLAND, Md. — For his dedication to helping push forward the planned north-south highway project to connect Corridor H and Interstate 68 via the U.S. Route 220 corridor, local accountant David Turnbull was honored Thursday night with The Greater Cumberland Committee's Greater Good award. In a ceremony held

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- [Calendar](https://www.tristategcc.org/calendar/) - Stay updated on upcoming TGCC events and activities driving regional growth and collaboration with our calendar. Check back for future event details.
- [Leadership](https://www.tristategcc.org/leadership/) - Meet the TGCC Board of Directors, a team of leaders dedicated to driving economic growth, infrastructure, and regional development across MD, PA, and WV.
- [Our Sponsors & Partners](https://www.tristategcc.org/our-sponsors-and-partners/) - TGCC’s success in regional development is fueled by the support of our sponsors and partners. Thank you for your leadership and commitment to economic progress.
- [TGCC Staff](https://www.tristategcc.org/tgcc-staff/) - Get to know the dedicated team driving TGCC’s mission of regional growth and economic development. Meet the staff shaping our community’s future.
- [North South Appalachian Highway System](https://www.tristategcc.org/workgroups/north-south-appalachian-highway-system/) - The North South Appalachian Highway System Work Group advocates for key transportation projects to improve connectivity and economic growth in the region.
- [Energy & Natural Resources](https://www.tristategcc.org/workgroups/energy-natural-resources/) - The Energy & Natural Resources Work Group leads initiatives to align and integrate solutions for the region’s energy and natural resource needs.
- [I-68 Regional Alliance](https://www.tristategcc.org/workgroups/i-68-regional-alliance/) - The I-68 Regional Alliance unites leaders across the tri-state region to foster collaboration, align efforts, and drive economic and community growth.
- [Education & Workforce Development](https://www.tristategcc.org/workgroups/education-workforce-development/) - The Education & Workforce Development Work Group fosters partnerships to create shared strategies for an educated, career-ready workforce in the tri-state region.
- [Greater Good Award](https://www.tristategcc.org/greater-good-award/) - The TGCC Greater Good Award recognizes leaders who have made a lasting impact on regional growth and community development. View past recipients.
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- [PACE](https://www.tristategcc.org/pace/) - PACE supports Maryland’s political leadership in addressing the needs of Allegany and Garrett Counties. Learn how TGCC advocates for regional projects and initiatives.
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