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The Partnership serves in the capacity of economic development, business service and tourism for Freeport and Stephenson County. Our role, simply, is to bring partners and individuals together to promote and grow our region.

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Bike the trails, take a few swings at Little Cubs Field, sip our favorite local brews and stay the weekend for a leisurely trip or your next family gathering.

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Holiday shopping season is upon us and there are so many wonderful and unique gifts available in Freeport and Stephenson County your loved ones will cherish.

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Whether you have entrepreneurial ambitions, or want to take your existing business to the next level, we offer services to assist in every business aspect and size.

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Looking to relocate or expand your business? Contact us for the perfect building or site to meet your needs.

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Josh Elliott describes his passion for giving back to the community that helped to create great memories in his childhood and now for his own family. An entrepreneur and artist, he encourages others to invest in their home.

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Applications open for NewBiz grants for new start-ups in 2020 & 2021 November 30, 2023 Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced $25 million in available grant funding through the Back to Business (B2B) NewBiz program. Businesses that launched in 2020 or 2021 and remain in operation have faced significant impacts during the pandemic, but they have not been eligible for other federal or state relief programming since they were […]
Guest Columnist Michelle DeHaven Quast: Philanthropy is for Everyone November 29, 2023 givingtuesday November 28 is worldwide GivingTuesday, a day that, according to the organization’s website, is: “a global generosity movement unleashing the power of radical generosity.” My question is, shouldn’t that be every day? And, yes, I realize that sounds very self-serving coming from the CEO of one of the largest philanthropic bodies in our region, not to mention the only local […]
Thankfulness November 22, 2023 Freeport, Partnership Cash, Stephenson County As we enter this week of Thanksgiving, it is a great time to remember the many reasons we have to be thankful. In Freeport and Stephenson County, one of the things we can be thankful for is a growing number of local shopping and dining options. Our local merchants are thankful whenever we make the decision to shop locally instead […]
Guest Columnist Kim McIver: November is Native American Heritage Month November 22, 2023 Kim mciver, November is Native American Heritage Month   November is Native American Heritage Month. As a Native American and Road Scholar, what do you hope is learned with this commemoration and special celebrations? My hope is that people recognize us for who we are, what we have contributed to society, and what we have overcome. There is a significant amount of Native history in Stephenson County. What […]