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Podcast: Stories from the Center of the Universe
Episode: Episode 94: Downtown Ashland Association
Description: Joining the podcast is Maggie Longest who is the Director of the Downtown Ashland Association (DAA). Â Paul and Maggie discuss the role of the DAA and how the organization brings local businesses, citizens and the town government together. Â They talk about the history of Ashland, the present and future opportunities for businesses in Ashland and the relationships with major stake holders such as Randolph-Macon College. Â Maggie also spoke about the events they promote including Train Day which is attended by about 10,000 people.
Paul also had Maggie talk about her life. Â Maggie hails from Blacksburg, Va. and went to V...