McHenry Fiesta Days kicks off 11 days of fun!

Written on July 9, 2025. Posted in McH Thrive.

July 8, 2025 McHenry Fiesta Days is getting underway! McHenry Fiesta Days is returning for its 77th year! And besides being one of McHenry County’s most storied festivals, it’s one of...

Rotary Ribfest makes its mouthwatering return

Written on July 1, 2025. Posted in McH Thrive.

July 1, 2025 Get ready for Rockin’ Rotary Ribfest! If this photograph made you stop, drop and drool, make sure to add the Rockin’ Rotary Rib Fest to your calendar! The annual four-day...

Development Digest | July Edition

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

July 2025 Upcoming Events Navigating Global Trade Series: Importing Essentials Featuring Lisa Waller, President & Co-Owner of BDG International Inc. Join the webinar to learn about the...

Turning State Investments into Local Opportunities: What the State Budget Means for McHenry County

Written on June 30, 2025. Posted in EDC UPDATES.

Economic development is driven not only by local leadership and private investment but also by strategic support from state-level initiatives. Recent state budget allocations include significant new funding streams designed to accelerate site development, strengthen manufacturing capabilities,...

The Lakeside Festival is almost here!

Written on June 24, 2025. Posted in McH Thrive.

June 24, 2025 Independence Day doesn’t just mean celebrating our great nation’s birthday – it means the return of the Lakeside Festival at the Dole! Starting Thursday, July 3 and lasting through...

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Written on June 18, 2025. Posted in McH Thrive.

June 17, 2025 Get ready for a Day Out with Thomas! Thomas the Tank Engine, and all his friends on the Island of Sodor, are once again returning to the Illinois Railway Museum! Day Out with Thomas brings...

Become a Navigating Global Trade Presenter

Written on June 16, 2025. Posted in EDC CC Forms.

Join Us Tomorrow for the Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition Info Session

Written on June 16, 2025. Posted in Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition.

Tuesday, June 17th, 2025 | 6:00 – 7:00 PM CST Ready to turn ambition into ownership? Join the McHenry County Economic Development Corporation and Illinois SBDC at McHenry County College for a free informational session on Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition (ETA), your 8-week...