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Starved Rock Wood Products to close manufacturing facilities, affecting 77 workers
Starved Rock Wood Products announced the upcoming closure of its wood products manufacturing facilities in Mendota.
The decision to exit the wood products business and close the company comes after months of a thorough financial review by industry consultants to determine if the company could continue to operate given the challenging market in which it was competing, said Michelle Christ, president of Starved Rock Wood Products.
more»Ottawa Mayor Unveils Riverfront Amphitheater Renderings in State of the City Address
During his State of the City address, Ottawa Mayor Robb Hasty revealed renderings for a riverfront amphitheater, part of a broader plan to create a community space for events and entertainment.
more»Putnam County Rotary Club to Host Ag Night with Illinois River Ports Speaker
The Putnam County Rotary Club will hold its annual Ag Night on March 27 at the Putnam County Primary School in Granville. The evening will feature a guest speaker discussing the significance of Illinois River ports for the region's agricultural and transportation sectors.
more»La Salle Secures $650,000 Grant to Renovate 10 Homes
La Salle received a $650,000 grant to renovate 10 homes, improving safety and accessibility for low- to moderate-income residents.
more»EDCNCI Recognized for Driving Economic Growth
EDCNCI was recently praised in a statewide briefing for attracting major investments like GAF’s Peru factory and Ollie’s $68 million Princeton facility. The recognition highlights North Central Illinois as a prime hub for industry, thanks to its workforce, logistics, and business-friendly environment.
more»Manning Receives ComEd Scholarship to attend Illinois BEDC
Parker Manning, newly appointed Director of Business Development at the Economic Development Corporation of North Central Illinois (EDCNCI), was awarded a full tuition ComEd BEDC Scholarship to complete the Basic Economic Development Course in Naperville. The scholarship provides critical training in community analysis, business retention, and strategic expansion strategies.
more»Amazon to Launch Last-Mile Delivery Facility in Ottawa, Illinois
Amazon is opening a 50,800-square-foot last-mile delivery facility in Ottawa, Illinois, which will create over 100 jobs and enhance regional delivery efficiency. Local leaders see the development as a positive economic boost, positioning Ottawa as a key player in Amazon's logistics network.
more»Owens-Brockway to close Streator factory, laying off more than 150 employees
Owens-Brockway Glass Container Inc. announced Monday it is closing its Streator factory, leading to the loss of 152 jobs.
The closure is scheduled to take place on or after Nov. 18, according to a report provided to the state of Illinois. Companies are required to give notice to government agencies of mass layoffs, according to the Illinois Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act.
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