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Every year, ARC investments support hundreds of economic development projects benefiting Appalachia’s 423 counties. Projects align with one of five goals outlined in our current Strategic Plan. The resulting investments ultimately help Appalachian communities address economic disparity and advance prosperity.

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Metal Alloy Manufacturing Competitiveness in Mississippi 

May 15, 2026 Photo: Beth Wynne, Mississippi State University Advanced metals manufacturing plays a critical role in multiple industries—from infrastructure and transportation to energy and defense. Regional manufacturers increasingly require workers with experience using sophisticated imaging and analytical tools to support alloy development, process optimization and quality assurance activities.   Using an $800,000 ARC grant, Mississippi State University (MSU) is acquiring the advanced equipment needed to…