Author archive for Billy George

This week and last, most of the school districts in Stephenson County resumed classes. That means students throughout the county…

Having to reduce your workforce is never a situation an employer desires, but occasionally it occurs. Illinois Department of Employment…

The Stephenson County Fair was last week. Despite the heat and storms, thousands of people came to the fairgrounds to…

Psychology Today featured an article recently describing situations that can lead to burnout. While reducing burnout and other signs of…

The Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) has another program that serves new and expanding businesses. The Advantage Illinois…

I enjoy reading history, especially history of the early days of the formation of the United States. As I have…

Exciting news!  On June 21, the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC) and Illinois Manufacturers Association (IMA) launched their innovative Supply…

This Wednesday, the Greater Freeport Partnership and the Illinois Office of Minority Economic Empowerment (OMEE) will host Matthew Simpson, the…

The work is ongoing, but the progress is noticeable. The positive energy and aesthetic improvements in downtown Freeport are making…

The Partnership understands a strong foundation must be created in our quality of life before all else. For economic development…