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  • February 24, 2021February 24, 2021
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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…

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  • February 9, 2021
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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…

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  • February 3, 2021February 3, 2021
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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…

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  • January 28, 2021January 28, 2021
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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…

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  • January 28, 2021February 1, 2021
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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…

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  • January 26, 2021January 26, 2021
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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…

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  • January 19, 2021
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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…

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  • January 14, 2021
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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….

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  • January 14, 2021January 14, 2021
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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…

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  • January 5, 2021January 5, 2021
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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…

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