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Wednesday, September 29, 2021
Enbridge is a leading North American energy infrastructure company with a commitment to being a bridge to
a safer, cleaner and affordable energy future. The company released its 2020 Sustainability Report including new environmental, social and governance goals in 2021.
Tuesday, September 7, 2021
Ranked in the top one percent of utilities across the United States, ComEd made infrastructure improvements that helped attract $2.7 billion in investment and create 6,400 new jobs.
Monday, August 30, 2021
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed into law a bill that will bring natural gas and affordable energy options to the residents in the Pembroke Township area. The legislation will take effect immediately.
Friday, August 13, 2021
Application portal opens August 18, 2021 for $250M in Back to Business (B2B) Grants for small businesses negatively impacted by COVID-19.
Thursday, August 5, 2021
Ideally situated just 45 minutes south of Downtown Chicago along the I-57 corridor, Kankakee County boasts a diverse mix of an urban and rural lifestyle – offering a suite of business, residential and recreational benefits catering to Veterans.
Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Extended unemployment benefits are ending soon. Secure your future now at our Fall Job Fair August 26, 2021 from 10am-1pm at Northfield Square Mall. Many employers from the manufacturing, healthcare, pharmaceutical, transportation and hospitality industries will be on hand to accept applications and interview applicants. FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Job seekers can enter for a chance to win a big screen TV!
Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Nucor Corporation (NYSE: NUE) was recognized as a General Motors Supplier of the Year for the third year in a row during a virtual ceremony held this morning. Nucor remains the only electric arc furnace steelmaker to receive this award.
Friday, May 28, 2021
Recognized by new graduates and young professionals for its workplace culture, advancement opportunities, and compensation and benefits, Cigna was named a 2021 Top Employer for New Graduates by Forbes, and ranked higher than its health care industry peers.
Wednesday, May 12, 2021
The Economic Alliance of Kankakee County works to improve all aspects of our community in attracting, retaining and growing development to our area, specifically by collaboratively working with our business, education and workforce sectors.
One focus is to support our primary employer’s efforts to retain and attract talent. Human resource departments – be it a single person or an entire unit – are critical in the workplace.
Friday, April 16, 2021
The Economic Alliance of Kankakee County is seeking a student intern to assist our office in coordinating county-wide economic development initiatives.
