Champion Community Investments (CCI) has learned that the United States Department of Agriculture has provided an additional $1 million loan to CCI’s efforts to support businesses in Perry, Franklin, and Williamson Counties. The additional loan means that CCI will be able to provide more low-interest loans to businesses throughout the region. The USDA commitment brings […]
Lead SI: Growing Our Own Leaders of Tomorrow, by Rex Duncan
One of the most troubling comments I’ve heard during my involvement with Connect SI came from Frank Knott, President of ViTAL Economy, Inc. and lead consultant on the project. He correctly observed that perhaps the greatest export commodity of southern Illinois is its educated youth. Frank first said that about two years ago and, while […]
Agriculture Secretary Vilsak Announces $6.9 Million in Economic Development Funding
Release No. 0226.09 Contact: Weldon Freeman (202) 690-1384 WASHINGTON, June 26, 2009 — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the selection of 11 organizations to receive $6.9 million in loans to spur economic development and create or save an estimated 465 jobs in rural communities. “Creating jobs and investing in the future of rural America […]
