Village of Machesney Park Celebrates 40th Anniversary
On Wednesday, February 24, 2021, the Village of Machesney Park will celebrate 40 years since it became an official Village in the State of Illinois…
Insurify Names Rockford One of the Best Cities for New Homebuyers
The Rockford Region has been named as a recipient of the Best Cities for New Homebuyers Award from Insurify! Cities were evaluated based on real…
Healthcare Systems Open New Facilities
In the past few weeks, the Rockford Region has witnessed the expansion of our healthcare clusters. Crusader Community Health’s flagship facility located on West State…
Makers Madness Happening Again
IMA announces the opening of their second annual contest to celebrate Illinois’ incredible manufacturing sector. Today is the first day to make nominations in this…
2020 Rockforward20/20 Results Report Released
The Rockford Area Economic Development Council (RAEDC) releases the 2020 edition of the Rockforward20/20 Results Report. This double edition features an in-depth PDF version of…
State of Illinois Announces COVID-19 Vaccination Website
From Illinois Manufacturers’ Association: As Illinois moves into Phase 1B of the COVID-19 Vaccination Administration Plan (which includes manufacturing), a new portal was announced yesterday…
Einar Forsman Named Greater Rockford Growth Partnership New President/CEO
Two weeks after members of the boards of the Rockford Chamber of Commerce (Chamber) and the Rockford Area Economic Development Council (RAEDC) announced the formation…
Rockforward20/20 Economic Indicators Progress
The current Rockforward20/20 strategy began January 1, 2016 and will now continue through December 31, 2021. The RAEDC remains committed to collaboration and sustainable growth….
Trade Missions Create Connections and Opportunities
The Rockford Area Economic Development Council (RAEDC) creates connections in multiple ways, one of which are Trade Delegations. Throughout 2020 and into 2021 this method…
Regional Business Organizations Form Partnership to Combine Resources and Fast-Track Goals
The Greater Rockford Growth Partnership – that’s the name of a new organization that has long-term implications for the future success of our region. For…
