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Access the latest press releases, event announcements, and Economic Alliance updates. Keep up with the developments shaping Kankakee County’s business climate and community progress.

July 30, 2024
VIDEO: Francis J. Smith Receives IMPACT Award
The IMPACT Award by the Economic Alliance of Kankakee County was awarded to
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June 5, 2024
Learn How to Bid on Capital Development Board Project
This event, hosted by Kankakee Community College, will teach individuals how to bid
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June 3, 2024
New Cost of Living Numbers Released
Check out the latest cost of living numbers by the Council for Community
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May 8, 2024
Kankakee County Receives $2.9M for Hwy 9 Improvements
The Illinois Department of Transportation announced that Kankakee County has been awarded $2.9
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April 29, 2024
Intro to Government Contracting and Certification
Discover the basics of government contracting, including navigating the free bid lead/matching system,
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March 29, 2024
CANCELLED Workshop: Navigating the Automation Landscape April 30
Join us at our exclusive event and learn how to streamline operations in
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February 26, 2024
Pace Named President of the Illinois State Conference of the NAACP
Theodis Pace, longtime area resident and President of the Kankakee County branch of
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February 7, 2024
Land Bank Completes First Acquisition and Sale
The Kankakee Regional Land Bank Authority (KRLBA) completed their first acquisition and sale
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November 30, 2023
Cranky Mike’s Popcorn, Momence, Named to Illinois Made Program
Cranky Mike's is one of 48 Illinois businesses selected by the Illinois Office
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November 8, 2023
ETIP Grant Training Funds Briefing
Get your questions answered about the Employer Training Investment Program (ETIP) and how
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