North Central Illinois

Economic development creates opportunities to grow state, local and metro areas, which are essential for economic growth, improved quality of life and community development. North Central Illinois articles below.

State Focus

Illinois: Renewing The Midwest

December 5, 2018

Illinois’ Future Energy Jobs Act (FEJA) is attracting a number of renewable energy companies looking to reap the benefits of the legislation.

Featured Location Spotlight

Site Selection

Location Spotlight: Topeka, Kansas

February 12, 2018

With three top universities in the area and connectivity via major interstates, Topeka, Kansas is rich with opportunity. Visit the GO Topeka Economic Partnership to learn more.

Featured Location Videos

Economic Development

“We Build It Better.” | Virginia’s Industrial Advancement Alliance

July 2, 2018

In a thriving region with industry-leading credentialing programs, a world-class engineering institute, Class A rail line, superior interstate access, and prospering internationally recognized companies like ABB, General Dynamics, and Mohawk Industries, we simply build it better!

Breaking News

KF Aerospace Investing $23M In Ontario Expansion

Aerospace & Defense February 20, 2019

The expanded aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul facility at John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) will create more than 275 new jobs.

Top Utilities: Power Players For Development

Feature Story February 20, 2019

Size counts, but when it comes to making our picks for forward-thinking utilities, so do smart grids, renewable energy and a seat at the table when economic development deals are negotiated.

Cover Story: Virginia Is Business Facilities’ 2018 State Of The Year

Awards & Rankings February 19, 2019

Virginia may be for lovers, but these days the Commonwealth also is getting a ton of love from emerging high-tech growth sectors and businesses looking for the perfect corporate HQ site.

KF Aerospace Investing $23M In Ontario Expansion

Aerospace & Defense February 20, 2019

The expanded aircraft maintenance, repair and overhaul facility at John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) will create more than 275 new jobs.

BREAKING NEWS: Amazon Cancels Plans For NYC Headquarters

Corporate Headquarters February 14, 2019

Amazon has released a statement announcing the company is canceling its plans for a New York City headquarters as part of its HQ2 project.

BraunAbility Investing $7.5M In Indiana HQ Expansion

Corporate Headquarters February 14, 2019

The mobility transportation manufacturer will expand its operations in Indiana to meet increased national and international demand for its wheelchair accessible vans, SUVs and wheelchair lifts.

Facility Management

Facility Executive – Creating Intelligent Buildings

Ecotrak Monitors Radon Gas in Soil February 21, 2019
Ecotrak makes it safer and easier to monitor radon gas in soil, providing quick and reliable information after one to seven days of observation. - Read: Ecotrak Monitors Radon Gas in Soil at FacilityExecutive.com.
New Life For Old Ceiling Grids: EZ-On Grid Covers February 20, 2019
EZ-On Grid Covers by Ceilume are an easy way to rejuvenate dirty ceiling grids. - Read: New Life For Old Ceiling Grids: EZ-On Grid Covers at FacilityExecutive.com.
U.S. Steel Tower Achieves LEED Building Operations, Maintenance Certification February 20, 2019
The 64-floor skyscraper in downtown Pittsburgh is now the second-largest LEED for Building Operations and Maintenance: Existing Buildings V4 office building in the world. - Read: U.S. Steel Tower Achieves LEED Building Operations, Maintenance Certification at FacilityExecutive.com.

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