From the outside, the building at 508 7th St. in Altavista looks just like the old fire station it once housed; a glass frontage is matched by a pair of glass garage doors — one of which still opens. Pop music floats softly through the air, accompanying modern office furniture and decor. This is now the Spark Innovation Center, a town-owned facility that aims to foster innovation and entrepreneurship in Altavista.
“Entrepreneurship has always been a part of Altavista, and innovation has always been a part of Altavista,” said Jamie Gillespie, who manages Spark as the business and community engagement coordinator for the Town of Altavista. “We’re just creating a space now to really foster that and help people work together and find opportunities or…
