by lcsiAdmin | Nov 10, 2015 | Blog, Media Alert, News
By Mike RileyAs the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) continues its analysis to determine where to locate the new NGA West facility, there are compelling reasons as to why the Scott Air Force Base (AFB) site in St. Clair County should be at the top of the...
by lcsiAdmin | Sep 25, 2015 | Blog, Uncategorized
Reauthorization of Export-Import Bank would benefit local manufacturersBy Mike RileyThis past June, Congress abruptly chose not to reauthorize funding for the (U.S.) Export-Import Bank, a decision with far-reaching implications for manufacturers across the country and...
by lcsiAdmin | Sep 25, 2015 | Blog, News
Report shows Southwestern Illinois remains a development hotspot; highlights regional initiatives to foster continued growthThe Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois has announced the release of the 2014 Market Review & Investment Update, presenting a...
by lcsiAdmin | Jun 4, 2015 | Blog
Metro East area projects prove itBy CARL GREEN, Illinois CorrespondentLabor News From Our Region Collinsville – A new research report says the Metro East area has become the ultimate proof that labor-management cooperation really does work – and that we need more of...
by lcsiAdmin | Jun 3, 2015 | Blog
by Mary Shapiro St. Louis Business JournalFree land with easy access and many amenities are among reasons St. Clair County could be a perfect site for the relocated western headquarters of the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, according to St. Clair County...
by lcsiAdmin | May 21, 2015 | Blog
By Mark Harms This is a critical time for transportation infrastructure in our state, and the Leadership Council Southwestern Illinois is encouraged that the message seems to be resonating with our leadership in Springfield. On May 5th the Illinois Department of...