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Economic Development

  • Manufacturing in Stephenson County is an Opportunity for Students

    October is National Manufacturing Month. Throughout the month, you will see information regarding economic impact, business spotlights, and promotion of…

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  • The Importance of Upper-Floor Redevelopment in Downtown Areas

    In many historic downtowns, the upper floors of commercial buildings often remain unused or underutilized. However, transforming these spaces into…

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  • Looking Ahead

    As we step into a new quarter, we are excited to share the impactful initiatives that are shaping the economic…

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  • Enterprise Zone is Key to Spurring New Residential Development

    Residential development is a key component of Freeport’s revitalization strategy, and the enterprise zone is an important tool to drive…

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  • Building a Network

    When I meet with businesses, one of their top priorities is building a network of local people. Their reasons for…

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  • Economic Development Week

    May 6-10 is Economic Development Week. The Greater Freeport Partnership is proud to announce its participation in the 2024 Economic…

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  • Oh, the Places We’ll Go

    It is the season of graduations and with it comes an air of pride, not just for parents and students,…

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  • Exposure to Manufacturing

    It is human nature to gravitate towards the familiar. That holds true for high school students. They will frequently choose…

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  • New People Mean Business

    The real estate market may not be as active as it was this time last year, but there is constant…

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  • Showcasing Local Businesses

    Later this month we will be hosting two very different events that highlight what this area’s rich tapestry of businesses…

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