Regionalism urged to boost Southern Illinois economy
Southern Illinois leaders push for a micro regional approach to economic development. REDCO coordinates Marion Herrin Carterville and Williamson County, while critics warn a single regional entity may fail to serve diverse towns. Local officials stress trust and focused collaboration.
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REDCO
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Pat Bauer
du Quoin
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Royalton
Bush
Cambria
Zeigler
Hurst
Colp
John Linehan
Carbondale Business Development Corp
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Carbondale
Marion
Linehan
Crow
Siu
University Mall
Chester Bridge
Prairie Parkway debate in Illinois farmland towns grows
Illinois lawmakers push a 33 mile Prairie Parkway linking I-80 and I-88 to spur growth but draw fear of displacement and roadside change in Big Rock and surrounding farms. Supporters cite growth and efficiency while critics warn of development pressure, traffic, and loss of rural character.
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Chicago
U.S
Dennis Hastert
Marvel Davis
McDonald’s
Menard’s
Davis
Illinois Department of Transportation
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Sugar Grove
Fox River
Tom
Hastert
Kane
Kendall
Illinois
Aurora
Kane County
Cottonwood Farms
Terry Hunt
Denny Hastert
Steve Hatcher
Greater Aurora Chamber of Commerce
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