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Main Oak: The Next Chapter
On February 19, 2026, the bankruptcy court approved a private sale of the historic Main Oak building to local developer, Gene Rees, marking a significant milestone in a 3½-year effort to stabilize and reposition one of Downtown Mount Airy’s most visible properties. The Main Oak building has followed a complex and winding path since July 5, 2022, when its front façade partially collapsed, prompting emergency stabilization and halting the building’s original redevelopment plans
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Franklin Street Project Update
The Franklin Street Parking Lot & Streetscape Project is moving forward, and here’s what to expect in the coming weeks: Contract Award:...
Jul 17, 20251 min read
Downtown Mount Airy Earns National Accreditation
Mount Airy Downtown, Inc. has once again been designated as an Accredited Main Street
America™ program for meeting rigorous performance standards in 2024.
Jul 9, 20254 min read
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