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Study: County a leader in warehouse activity ; Distribution centers have generated $455 million in wages
This story was originally published in The Edwardsville Intelligencer on June 12, 2017. By Steve Horrell|theintelligencer.com “Recent growth at the warehouse districts and logistic centers in and around Edwardsville have combined to…
Vibrant Start-Up Incubator Environment Boosting Long-Term Growth for St. Louis Regional Economy
The booming start-up community in the St. Louis area will contribute to long-term economic growth for the bi-state region. That’s the prediction of Kevin Kliesen, an economist at the Federal…
MiTek plans new Hazelwood facility, could add 200 jobs
This story was originally published in St. Louis Post Dispatch on May 18, 2017. By Jacob Barker| stltoday.com “Chesterfield-based MiTek Industries is planning an expansion in Hazelwood that city officials say could…
Federal grant to help with rail safety upgrades in St. Louis area
This story was originally published in Belleville News-Democrat on May 25, 2017. By JOSEPH BUSTOS| bnd.com “ST. LOUISThe Illinois Department of Transportation is receiving $18.9 million in federal money in order to…
Survey – Help Shape The Future Of Our Region
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) wants your help to shape their long range plan, and in turn the region. Please take the time to fill out our survey and help…

Study: County a leader in warehouse activity ; Distribution centers have generated $455 million in wages