Manufacturing Survey Results Showing Positive Trending
The RAEDC has released the follow-up survey in March 2021 to manufacturers which will allow us to gauge the need for support and information as…
Data Centers Recieve Credits & Incentives from Illinois
The data centers investment program provides owners and operators with exemptions from a variety of state and local taxes for qualifying Illinois data centers. The…
Move Ahead Faster -Advancing Manufacturers to Compete in 2021
These fully-funded projects (valued at $5,000 each) are IMEC’s commitment to help Illinois manufacturers thrive in the post-pandemic economy. Projects are designed to provide…
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…
