They all sit in rural Canyon and Owyhee counties, on the fringes of a rapidly growing Treasure Valley. They're attractive to natives and transplants looking for a small-town setting. Ranging in size from about 500 residents to about 2,600, these communities face a common challenge: attracting employers and retailers.
It makes sense, then, for these seven communities to work together.
If the newly formed Western Alliance for Economic Development succeeds, it should be a plus for its member cities — and for the entire Valley.
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