Episode 107: The Future of Downtown Kingsland with Jolene Andersen

Downtown Kingsland is entering an exciting new chapter!

In this episode of the Get ’N Your Business Podcast, host Alison Shores welcomes Jolene Andersen, Chair of the Kingsland Downtown Development Authority, for a conversation about the projects, partnerships and investments transforming the historic downtown district.

Jolene explains how the recent expansion of the Downtown Development Authority’s boundaries will allow more local businesses to access resources such as façade grants, state programs and low-interest development loans. She also shares how these programs are already helping business owners repair, renovate and improve their properties.

Listeners will also hear the exciting story behind The Camden Exchange, a planned revitalization of Downtown Kingsland’s historic former hospital building. The development will feature a restaurant, an artisan gift shop and the downtown district’s first residential-over-commercial space.

Alison and Jolene also discuss:

The growth and long-term vision for Downtown Kingsland

Façade grants and resources available to local businesses

New businesses and storefronts coming downtown

The Camden Exchange project planned for 2027

The return of the Camden County High School homecoming bonfire

Plans to expand the Catfish Festival

Veterans Day and Christmas celebrations

Future development at The Lawn

How volunteers, business owners and city leaders are working together

Whether you are a local business owner, potential investor or community member excited about Kingsland’s future, this episode offers an inside look at the work happening behind the scenes to make Downtown Kingsland a destination where people can shop, dine, live and gather.

Connect with Downtown Kingsland

For information about business resources, available properties, grants, upcoming events or development opportunities, email info@downtownkingsland.com.

Listen now and discover what’s next for Downtown Kingsland!