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Building Momentum in Economic Development
Building Momentum in Economic Development By Everett Butzine, CEcD | Vice President of Business Expansion & Attraction, GRCC When I joined the Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce at the start of this year, I came with a clear sense of purpose and an open mind about what I would find. What I did not fully anticipate was just how quickly…
Read More2026 State of the City
2026 State of the City Categories Awards and Recognition Business News Education Manufacturing Membership News The VOICE Archives Archives Select Month October 2026 September 2026 August 2026 July 2026 June 2026 May 2026 April 2026 March 2026 February 2026 January 2026 December 2025 November 2025 October 2025 September 2025 August 2025 July 2025 June 2025…
Read MoreLocal residents vote down sales tax hike
Local residents vote down sales tax hike GRCC releases statement on the outcome of Countywide School Facility Sales Tax Referendum In the recent Illinois General Primary Election, Winnebago County and City of Rockford residents voted down the proposed countywide school facility sales tax referendum. This outcome reflects the strength of the Rockford Chamber PAC (ROCPAC) opposition…
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