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Bear Paw Development Corporation of Havre Earns National Recognition as

The U.S. Economic Development Administration has named Havre-based Bear Paw Development Corporation http://www.bearpaw.org/ one of the best rural economic development groups in the nation.

The EDA selected Bear Paw as one of the three finalists for its excellence in economic development award within the rural category. Winning top honors in that category was the development authority in Elma, Wash.

Nominees were evaluated on how effectively they use innovative, market-based strategies to improve rural economic conditions.

"The finalists in the EDA’s national awards program represent the best and the brightest economic development methods and practices in use today," said EDA chief of staff Sandy Baruah.

Paul Tuss, Bear Paw Development’s executive director for five years, called it an honor to be recognized as a top rural economic development group.

"It’s a real testament to the professionalism of our staff, the commitment of our local government members and the great partners we have developed in both the public and private sectors," he said.

By PETER JOHNSON
Tribune Staff Writer

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