Honoring the Legacy of Jean Schober, Former Vice President of the MCEDC

Written on August 8, 2025. Posted in EDC UPDATES.

Jean Schober, former Vice President of the McHenry County Economic Development Corporation and renowned community leader, passed away on July 30th, surrounded by family and friends. For more than two decades, Jean Schober was a driving force behind the McHenry County Economic Development...

Don’t Miss Out on Events as Summer Vacation Draws to a Close!

Written on August 5, 2025. Posted in McH Thrive.

August 5, 2025 Make the most of summer in McHenry County before it’s gone Summer’s officially halfway through, and our children are getting ready in the coming weeks to go back to school....

Strong Transitions: Preserving Local Legacies, Empowering McHenry County’s Future

Written on August 4, 2025. Posted in Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition.

When a long-time business owner in McHenry County begins thinking about retirement, the conversation often centers on “what’s next,” not just for themselves, but for the people and community they’ve built around their company. Who will take over? How do they ensure the business stays local? What...

Development Digest | August Edition

Written on August 1, 2025. Posted in Development Digest.

August 2025 Upcoming Events Save the Date! Join us on November 12th for our 15th Annual Dinner. Interested in becoming a 2025 sponsor? Fill out the form below. 2025 Annual Dinner...

Childcare as an Economic Development Catalyst

Written on July 31, 2025. Posted in Development Digest.

McHenry County is a region with enviable strengths. We have strong schools, a collaborative business community, and a mix of convenience and charm that makes our county an attractive place to live, work, and play. Our employers include major healthcare providers, advanced manufacturers, and a...

Honoring the Legacy of Jean Schober, Former Vice President of the MCEDC

Don’t Miss Out on Events as Summer Vacation Draws to a Close!

Strong Transitions: Preserving Local Legacies, Empowering McHenry County’s Future

Development Digest | August Edition

Childcare as an Economic Development Catalyst

Take a trip Back to the Future at the Richardson Corn Maze!

McHenry Fiesta Days kicks off 11 days of fun!

Rotary Ribfest makes its mouthwatering return

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