<p>Hennepin County s history has been shaped by geography. Bordered by the Mississippi and Minnesota rivers a natural draw for the Dakota and the Ojibwe, missionary explorers and fur traders, soldiers and farmers it has been a place of inspiration, exploration, and achievement. Here, author Tina Rubin tells the compelling story of how Hennepin County grew from a settlement by the St. Anthony Falls to the largest county in Minnesota. The region long ago established itself as a national forerunner. It is home to Minneapolis Saint Paul International Airport, one of the nation s busiest airports. It is the site of the flagship campus of the University of Minnesota, one of the nation s most prestigious institutes of higher learning. And it boasts Mall of America, the largest shopping center in the 50 states. It is now set to introduce the most advanced baseball stadium in the country, Target Field, the new home of the Minnesota Twins. Visionary leadership, sound fiscal management, and a talented and well-educated populace have helped shape this vibrant county into a potent landscape for entrepreneurs across the board. The county is home to Fortune 500 companies (more than 20 are headquartered here) and small start-ups. Its diverse economic portfolio includes bioscience and health care, professional services and clean technology, manufacturing and food processing, and transportation and energy. The county s dynamic economy is complemented by an equally desirable quality of life, whether one lives in the great city of Minneapolis, a quiet suburb, or a rural village. Excellent health care and education systems, abundant outdoor activities, and one of the most vibrant arts scenes in the nation add to the county s appeal. Hennepin County: A Minnesota Leader is a tribute to the county s bold entrepreneurial spirit and its continuing desire to explore new frontiers.</p>

Hennepin County: A Minnesota Leader

Tina G. Rubin

Cherbo Publishing Group

<p>For more than 200 years, Cuyahoga County has been an innovator and a pioneer. Today, anchored by the bustling metropolis of Cleveland, it is the most populous county in Ohio, with some 1.3 million residents. The region has evolved from a manufacturing stronghold into a leader in high technology and advanced industries. Cuyahoga County also provides an exceptional quality of life, offering the tranquility and charm of midwestern living with the amenities of a modern urban center. The region has made a remarkable transition from the Rust Belt era to a vibrant present, diversifying its economic base and improving the quality of life for its residents. Home to three world-class health care systems, Cuyahoga County is fast becoming a center for biomedical research and the manufacture of medical devices and equipment. The county is also positioning itself as a leader in alternative energy. Other important industries include advanced aerospace, creative design, food processing, manufacturing, financial services, communications, and logistics. With the Port of Cleveland on Lake Erie and convenient rail, highway, and air transportation, Cuyahoga County is ideally situated for regional and global trade. The county offers a fascinating mix of ethnic cultures, dynamic urban neighborhoods, and lovely suburbs. A diverse array of arts and culture, lively entertainment, and exciting professional sports complement the region s natural beauty and abundant recreational offerings. With beautiful color photograph and insightful text, Cuyahoga County and Greater Cleveland explores the many attributes that contribute to the region s excellent quality of life, economic diversity, and prospects for future growth.</p>

Cuyahoga County & Greater Cleveland

Linda Chase

Reference

Celebrating its bicentennial in 2012, the City of Columbus has navigated 200 years of proud history and is charting a course for a limitless future. Smart and sustainable, Columbus has embraced policies that foster business growth, investment in research and technology, and environmental responsibility. The capital of Ohio and the nation s 15th-largest city, Columbus is home to nearly two million people and headquarters to more than a dozen Fortune 1000 companies. Under the leadership of Mayor Michael B. Coleman and the Get Green Columbus initiative, Columbus is moving to further diversify its economy and secure its future by thinking green. With 20 colleges and universities, more than any other U.S. city except Boston, and myriad research institutions, Columbus enjoys a clear advantage in developing a technological base for a green economy. Forbes no. one up-and-coming high-tech city, Columbus is home to the 315 Research + Technology Corridor, at 10,000 acres one of the largest research-based sites in the United States. From downtown lofts to suburban family neighborhoods to rural villages, this Midwest metropolis offers something for everyone. The city s renowned arts scene runs the gamut from opera and ballet to jazz and rock, art galleries to a world-class art museum that even Gertrude Stein admired. Boasting more park space per capita than any other U.S. city, Columbus has developed an extensive network of biking and pedestrian trails. This handsomely illustrated book explores the factors that will play a vital role in Columbus continued success quality of life, education and health care, traditional and high-tech industries, energy and transportation and the numerous green policies that balance economic development with sustainability.

Columbus: A Smart, Sustainable City

Broos Campbell

Atlanta: Forward Together

B. D. Campbell

Vince Cummings

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