shopping opportunities for our residents and also start to establish ourselves as a secondary trade destination to the bigger city across the river from us,” she imparts. Tourism will also be a focus, with the hopes of attracting an additional hotel, along with commercial and retail to serve visitors to the city.“Marion tripled its size pretty quickly, and we outgrew our resources fast,” Thorne concludes. “We are trying to get stuff updated as fast as possible, so that we’re not behind or lacking. We don’t want to slow growth down.” PREFERRED VENDOR/PARTNER n Acme Pest Management, Inc. www.acmepestinc.com ACME Pest Management, Inc. is a trusted, family-owned pest control company serving northeastern Arkansas since 1956. We provide termite, pest, rodent, mosquito, and crawlspace services with local, personalized care. Combining advanced tools with responsive service, we keep your property pest-free while supporting the community. Support Local - Choose ACME! n Arkansas State University Mid-South www.asumidsouth.edu ASU Mid-South prepares students for careers and supports businesses in Marion. Through workforce training and community partnerships, we create skilled talent, strengthen the local economy and provide opportunities for students, employers and the community. We are committed to helping Marion thrive today and into the future. 256 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 09
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