OF PLACE In Albemarle, North Carolina, progress feels personal. It is a place where city leaders greet residents by name, where downtown buildings tell stories of industry and renewal, and where growth is guided not by chance but by vision. Surrounded by scenic lakes and a landscape rich in history, Albemarle has found its stride as a community that welcomes change without losing its sense of home. Mayor Ronnie Michael says that balance is at the heart of 20 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 11
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